HRDQ-U In Review
Welcome to The HRDQ-U in Review Podcast, where we bring you the latest insights and practical tools for enhancing soft-skills training in your organization. As a learning community for trainers, coaches, consultants, managers, and anyone passionate about performance improvement, we interview subject matter experts and thought leaders from recent webinars they presented with us to take a deeper dive into the content they shared and answer all your questions. Join us as we explore new ideas and industry trends, share success stories, and discuss challenges faced by professionals in the soft-skills training field. Our podcast is sponsored by HRDQ, a leading provider of experiential learning resources for soft-skills development. From communication and leadership to team building and conflict resolution, we cover a wide range of topics to help you improve people skills in your workplace. Subscribe to The HRDQ-U in Review Podcast today and take your training and development skills to th...
Episodes
Employee engagement is sitting near decade lows, and 1 in 5 employees worldwide say they feel lonely at work, according to Gallup. But the real problem isn't just burnout — it's disconnection. Long before someone hands in their resignation, they've already checked out mentally.
In this episode, organizational culture expert Devin C. Hughes joins us to unpack what's actually driving workplace discon...
Say goodbye to eye-roll-worthy icebreakers. In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review Podcast, host Sarah sits down with Lenn Millbower — the Mouse Man™, Learnertainment® trainer, and former Walt Disney World training team member — to unpack the highlights from his popular webinar, 25+ Training Activity Ideas to Beat the Summer Blues.
Lenn shares why most training activities fall flat (hint: it...
In this episode of HRDQ-U in Review, host Sarah sits down with negotiation expert Laura Browne to talk about one of the toughest, and most important,career skills: asking for more money.
Laura shares the story of her first, unsuccessful attempt at requesting a raise—an experience that sparked her mission to help others confidently advocate for their worth. Since then, she’s authored Increase ...
In this episode of HRDQ in Review, host Sarah, Learning Events Manager at HRDQ, sits down with Marsha King to discuss one of the most relatable workplace challenges—gossip. Based on her webinar “Gossip in the Workplace: How to Spot It, Stop It, and Shift Culture,” Marsha shares insights into how gossip starts, why it spreads, and how leaders can take steps to shift workplace culture.
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In this episode of HRDQ In Review, host Sarah sits down with leadership expert Guy Harris to explore coaching for accountability beyond discipline and compliance.
Guy shares his journey from chemical engineering and naval nuclear service to a 24-year career in leadership development, focusing on conflict resolution, communication skills, and coaching new frontline leaders. Together, Sarah and Guy dive in...
In this episode of HRDQ-U In Review, host Sarah sits down with Richard Goring, a presentation design expert from BrightCarbon, to explore what makes professional PowerPoint slides effective and engaging.
Richard shares how presentation expectations have evolved since COVID-19, with audiences demanding higher-quality visual storytelling and the growing role of AI in content creation. Together, Sarah and R...
In this episode of HRDQ in Review, host Sarah sits down with Patti Massulo, a speaker and trainer specializing in personal and professional development, to explore the realities of imposter syndrome and how to overcome it.
Patti breaks down what imposter syndrome really is—confidence running on outdated software—and shares her own personal stories of self-doubt, including speaking to 650 peop...
In this episode, Sarah sits down with leadership coach Carlann Fergusson to unpack key insights from her webinar, QShatter Hidden Beliefs Sabotaging Your Self-Confidence. They explore how survival-oriented beliefs from childhood—often buried deep in the subconscious—can quietly limit leadership effectiveness, decision-making, and career growth.
Carlann shares practical strategies for spotting...
In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review Podcast, host Sarah sits down with leadership and organizational culture expert Devin C Hughes to unpack the power of emotional intelligence (EQ) in team dynamics. Drawing on 20 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and educational institutions, Devin shares why technical skills alone aren’t enough to succeed in leadership—and how understanding emoti...
In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review podcast, host Sarah welcomes Bill Ryan to discuss his powerful framework for effective delegation: The Clear Method. With over 25 years of experience as a CIO, CLO, and now principal strategist at Ryan Consulting, Bill brings insight into how leaders can build clarity, trust, and accountability—especially in today’s remote and hybrid work environments.
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In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review podcast, host Sarah welcomes speaker and trainer Patti Massullo to explore key insights from her webinar, Time Management Strategies: Run Your Day, Don’t Let It Run You. Drawing from decades of experience and study, Patti breaks down some of the most effective time management strategies that go far beyond the typical "just wake up earlier" advice.
Together, t...
What does it really take to succeed in leading hybrid teams? In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review Podcast, host Sarah welcomes leadership expert Wayne Turmel to follow up on his webinar, Hybrid Work Solutions: 5 Leadership Strategies That Deliver. With over 20 years of experience in virtual communication and remote leadership, Wayne uncovers the real strategies behind successful hybrid work solutions – not ju...
Leadership development is a $370 billion global industry – but how much of that investment is actually paying off? In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review podcast, host Sarah sits down with Dr. Jack Phillips, founder of the ROI Institute, to discuss how organizations can demonstrate the true value of their leadership development programs. Jack reveals the need to go beyond anecdotal feedback and measure real-wor...
In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review podcast, host Sarah welcomes leadership expert Ryan Gottfredson to talk about his recent webinar, Break Through Barriers with a Vertical Development Coaching Exercise. Ryan shares insights from his research in organizational behavior and his mission to help leaders grow from the inside out, focusing on mindset, emotional intelligence, and the being side of leadership.
In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review podcast, host Sarah welcomes leadership expert Bill Treasurer to talk about his recent webinar, Becoming a Better Leader: How to Identify and Close Your Gaps. Bill shares insights from over 30 years in leadership development and the inspiration behind his Leadership Benchmarking Continuum – a practical tool designed to help leaders uncover and prioritize their leadership g...
Have you ever found yourself reacting to a situation and wondering, Why did I respond that way? Chances are a subconscious thinking pattern was at play.
In this episode of HRDQ-U In Review, leadership expert Marsha King joins us to explore the concept of pattern thinking—the mental models that shape how we interpret the world, make decisions, and lead others. Drawing from her HRDQ-U webinar, Marsha...
In this HRDQ podcast episode, Sarah sits down with Chris Wong, a therapist and organizational consultant, to unpack his webinar From Idea to Buy-in: Mastering Executive Persuasion. Chris reveals how to navigate dysfunctional organizations and master the art of persuading executives.
You’ll learn the WHAC method (What is it, How does it work, Are you sure it works, Can we do it) to craft persuasive ...
🎙️ In this episode of the HRDQ-U In-Review Podcast, host Sarah welcomes leadership expert and musician Dr. Michael Brenner to explore the CHORDS Model™, a bold new roadmap for emerging leaders. Inspired by his background in music, Dr. Brenner introduces a fresh perspective on leadership development, showing how concepts like harmony and rhythm apply to team dynamics and organizational success.
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In this episode of the HRDQU In-Review Podcast, host Sarah welcomes speaker and trainer Patti Massullo to discuss the Interpersonal Influence Inventory, a powerful assessment tool available at HRDQ. Patti shares insights on how understanding your influence style can enhance communication, resolve workplace conflict, and build stronger relationships.
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[00:00] Introduction – We...
In this episode, host Sarah sits down with Lenn Millbower to explore the power of learnertainment and Disney-inspired training techniques. With 25 years at Walt Disney World and a background in entertainment, Lenn shares how engaging the limbic system can make training more memorable and effective.
From sound oversight to creating harmonious learning environments, Lenn reveals practical tips trainers can...
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