Finding Joy in the Modern Workplace with HRManifesto's Leigh Henderson

What’s the key to finding joy in the modern workplace? According to Leigh Henderson, founder of HRManifesto and one-third of the HR Bestie’s podcast, it’s transforming workplaces into efficient, people-centric environments. On this episode of Paychex PULSE, Leigh draws on her 20 years of experience as an HR leader to shine a spotlight not only on the inevitable evolution of our workplaces but also on the influential role HR professionals play in navigating these shifts. Leigh shares insights on their expanding role as change agents who positively impact employees' lives, enhance organizational culture, and embody the principle of people first. Tune in as we also dive into the realities of toxic workplaces, the impact of Gen Z, and how to survive (and thrive) in these shifting environments.

 

Topics include:

 

00:00 – Welcome Leigh Henderson

01:39 – Leigh’s experience with toxic workplaces and formation of HRManifesto

03:30 – The effect of poor leadership in the workplace

08:00 – Need for leadership development in organizations

11:22 – Impact of new generations on the workplace

14:37 – Introduction to the HR Besties Podcast

18:14 – Leigh’s goals for 2024

19:54 – Wrap up

 

Learn more from Leigh and her experiences supporting five different Fortune 100 companies as an HR executive over at HRManifesto: https://bit.ly/3Otgrnx

 

Join Leigh and her co-hosts in the staff meeting you actually WANT to attend over on the HR Besties podcast: https://bit.ly/3HKmMag

 

Learn the effects of mental health in the workplace and why monitoring it is good for business: https://bit.ly/4bfKatY

 

Looking to transform your HR strategy, but not sure where to start? Paychex can help: https://bit.ly/43BxPep

 

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