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The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is the podcast series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share their advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that’s right for your business.For show notes and more information, visit www.InsightHR.ie/Podcast
Episodes
The HR Room PodcastEp 290 - Should you 'age-proof' your CV?
Would you erase decades of professional experience from your CV to improve your chances of getting hired? That's exactly the advice given to this week's guest…
The HR Room PodcastEp 289 - Why Employees Resist Change
Change is inevitable in the workplace, but getting employees to embrace it is rarely straightforward. Whether it's the introduction of new technology…
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Ep 288 - Addiction in the Workplace
Addiction remains one of the most misunderstood and stigmatised issues in the workplace. While organisations have made significant progress in supporting…
The HR Room PodcastWellness Works Ep4: How to Beat Burnout and Find Balance at Work
We all experience stress at work. Deadlines, demanding workloads and competing priorities are part of working life. But how do you know when everyday workplace…
The HR Room PodcastEp 287 - The 100-Year Life: Are Our Workplaces Ready?
What happens to the world of work if living to 100 becomes increasingly normal? Irish Life’s recently published Life100+ research explores how longer lives…
The HR Room PodcastEp 286 - The Art of Trade Union Negotiation
For some HR professionals, working with trade unions is a normal part of everyday life. For others, the prospect of sitting across the negotiating table from a…
The HR Room PodcastEp 285 - The Traitors Ireland: Lessons in Leadership & Org Design
What can a reality TV show built around deception, suspicion and group dynamics teach us about how organisations really work? Quite a lot, as it turns out. In…
The HR Room PodcastEp 284 - Case Study: The KPMG Whistleblower
Recent events at KPMG Australia have developed into a major corporate governance scandal, following allegations concerning the misuse of confidential client…
The HR Room PodcastEp 283 - HR at the Movies: Send Help
What can a toxic CEO, a disgruntled employee and a desert island teach us about good HR practice? Quite a lot, as it turns out. In this episode of The HR Room…
The HR Room PodcastEp 282 - Overcoming Burnout and Procrastination
We tend to think of procrastination and productivity problems at work as issues of motivation, discipline or time management. But what if the real barrier…
The HR Room PodcastEp 281 - When to Train and When to Talk
Training and development can be a powerful tool for improving performance, but not every performance problem is a skills or knowledge problem. Sometimes what…
The HR Room PodcastEp 280 - The New Role of HR: From Paternalism to Partnership
The relationship between employers and employees is changing. The era of the "job for life" has long since disappeared, but so too is the more recent model…
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[REWIND] Ep 124 - Managing Underperformance
This week, we are republishing one of our most popular episodes from The HR Room Podcast. This episode was first published on Jun 27, 2023. Across the month of…
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[REWIND] Ep 191 - Managing a Disciplinary Hearing
For the next two weeks, we will be republishing some of our most popular episodes from The HR Room Podcast. This episode was first published on Oct 8, 2024…
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[REWIND] Ep 132 - How to manage: Workplace Investigations
For the next few weeks, we will be republishing some of our most popular episodes from The HR Room Podcast. This episode was first published on Aug 22, 2023…
The HR Room PodcastEp 279 - Why Human Connection at Work is Under Threat
Bridging the Connection Gap: Why Work Feels More Disconnected Than Ever We've never had more ways to communicate at work, yet many employees have never felt…
The HR Room PodcastEp 278 - Creating a Bully-Free Culture
Every organisation wants to provide a workplace where people feel respected, safe and valued. Yet despite widespread awareness, robust policies and increased…
The HR Room PodcastEp 277 - How to Build Resilience in HR
HR professionals are often the people organisations turn to during their most difficult moments. Whether managing restructures, navigating conflict, supporting…
The HR Room PodcastEp 276 - New Retirement Rules: Employee Rights and Employer Obligations
For decades, a contractual retirement age of 65 was a standard feature of employment in Ireland. However, from 29 June 2026, that position has fundamentally…
The HR Room PodcastEp 275 - Beyond Our Borders: What Global Workplace Cultures Can Teach Us
Workplace culture is shaped by far more than policies and procedures. It reflects societal values, leadership behaviours, attitudes to work-life balance, and…
The HR Room PodcastEp 274 - The Importance of Being Human in the Age of AI
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in our workplaces, communication, leadership and even creativity are changing rapidly. AI can now help…
The HR Room PodcastEp 273 - The Working Mind: Building Healthier Workplaces
Mental health continues to be one of the most significant challenges facing workplaces today. While awareness around employee wellbeing has grown considerably…
The HR Room PodcastEp 272 - How Heineken Built a People-First Culture
What does it really mean to build a people-first culture? And how can organisations ensure that diversity, equity and inclusion are embedded into the systems…
The HR Room PodcastEp 271 - The Hidden Habits Impacting Women at Work
Despite significant progress around gender equality in the workplace, many women still face internal and external barriers that can impact their confidence…
The HR Room PodcastEp 270 - HR at the Movies: The Devil Wears Prada 2
Back in 2006, The Devil Wears Prada introduced audiences to one of cinema’s most iconic workplace bosses: Miranda Priestly. At the time, her leadership style…
The HR Room PodcastEp 269 - Preparing for Pay Transparency: Why Job Evaluation Matters
The EU Pay Transparency Directive is fast approaching and despite widespread confusion, it has not been delayed in Ireland. While there may be some leniency…
The HR Room PodcastEp 268 - Workplace Inclusion: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
When we talk about diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, it’s easy to focus on metrics, reporting, and representation targets. But what happens…
The HR Room PodcastEp 267 - The Hidden Cost of Sitting Still
Musculoskeletal (MSK) issues — from back pain to joint and muscle injuries — are one of the most widespread and costly health challenges affecting today’s…
The HR Room PodcastEp 266 - Navigating the Fuel Crisis: What HR Needs to Know
Rising geopolitical tensions and ongoing conflict between Iran and the US are continuing to create volatility in global energy markets — and while recent…
The HR Room PodcastEp 265 - Dawn of the AI Zombies
As artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in everyday work, a new concern is emerging: are we becoming overly reliant on it? In this episode of The HR…
The HR Room PodcastEp 264 - Org Design: From Strategy To Structure
Organisational strategy often looks clear on paper — but translating that strategy into a structure that actually works in practice is where many organisations…
The HR Room PodcastEp 263 - Understanding Gen Z in the Workplace
Gen Z are rapidly becoming the most influential generation in the workplace — and by 2035, they are expected to be the largest cohort in the workplace…
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Ep 262 - The Importance of Play at Work
Playfulness at work is often misunderstood as being unprofessional or distracting — yet growing research shows that adopting a more playful mindset can enhance…
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Ep 261 - Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Neurodiversity is increasingly recognised as a natural and valuable part of workforce diversity — but many organisations are still unsure how to translate…
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Ep 260 - The EU Pay Transparency Directive: Everything You Need to Know
Pay transparency is about to transform how organisations manage compensation, communicate pay decisions, and demonstrate fairness in the workplace. In this…
The HR Room PodcastEp 259 - How to Navigate Irish Immigration Law
Immigration and employment law continues to evolve — and for HR professionals in Ireland, staying compliant while attracting global talent has never been more…
The HR Room PodcastEp 258 - Is Manchester Utd a Toxic Workplace?
If you worked somewhere that went through 10 managers in 12 years, made hundreds of redundancies, removed long-standing employee benefits, and had leaders…
The HR Room PodcastEp 257 - Still Boxed In: Gender Stereotypes At Work
Gender stereotypes continue to shape how work is valued, how talent is assessed, and how people progress in organisations, often in ways that operate beneath…
The HR Room PodcastWellness Works Ep3: Embedding Wellbeing through Champions
Embedding workplace wellbeing takes more than good intentions and one-off initiatives. It requires people across the organisation who are willing to champion…
The HR Room PodcastEp 256 - Conflict Case Study: David Walliams vs HarperCollins
Workplace investigations sit at the heart of fairness, trust and accountability in organisations. But when investigations involve high-profile individuals…
The HR Room PodcastWellness Works Ep2: Wellbeing Begins with Leadership
Workplace wellbeing is often talked about as an HR initiative – but without leadership ownership, even the best programmes struggle to succeed. In this second…
The HR Room PodcastEp 255 - When Redundancies Go Wrong
Redundancies are one of the most sensitive and high-risk moments in the life of any organisation. When they are mishandled, the consequences can be profound -…
The HR Room PodcastWellness Works Ep1: Yoga Mats and Fruit Bowls Aren't Enough
Workplace wellbeing is a phrase we hear all the time - but what does it actually mean in practice? For some, it’s fruit bowls and yoga mats. For others, it’s…
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Ep 254 - Ireland's HR Landscape 2026
As Irish organisations head into 2026, HR leaders are facing a complex mix of challenges - from attracting and retaining talent in an increasingly competitive…
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The 10 Key HR Insights of 2025
This episode of The HR Room, we’re looking back at a great year of conversations with some of Ireland’s best HR leaders. We’ve pulled together a little…
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Ep 253 - Designing Workplace Wellbeing That Lasts
In a world of hybrid working, constant connectivity and rising pressure, employee wellbeing is no longer a “nice to have” - it’s a business imperative. Yet…
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Ep 252 - Migrant Women & Employment - The Talent Ireland Is Overlooking
Migrant and refugee women in Ireland face significant and overlapping barriers when trying to access employment — from qualification recognition issues and…
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Ep 251 - Festive Fallout: The HR Reality of Christmas Parties
The Christmas party season should be a time for joy and celebration — but for HR teams, it’s often the exact opposite. Misconduct, blurred boundaries, alcohol…
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Ep 250 - The Biggest HR Challenges of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
We've reached a milestone - 250 episodes of The HR Room Podcast! To mark the occasion, we’re taking a step back to look at how dramatically the world of HR has…
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Episode 249 - How to 'Future-Skill' Your Organisation
Ireland has ranked 33rd out of 35 in the latest Hays Global Talent Tracker - but what does that really mean? And more importantly, what does it mean for you…
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Episode 248 - Fit for Purpose? Why Everyone Dreads Performance Reviews
Performance management has been a cornerstone of HR for decades - but is it still doing what it’s meant to do? In this episode of The HR Room Podcast, we’re…
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Episode 247 - Closing the Gap: Pay Transparency & Gender Pay Gap Reporting
With the EU Pay Transparency Directive on the horizon and gender pay gap reporting obligations expanding to more Irish employers, how can organisations prepare…
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Episode 246 - Fake Facts, Real Consequences: The AI Authority Problem
When artificial intelligence speaks with confidence - but gets the facts wrong - what happens next? And how do you reduce the risk and spot fake facts? In this…
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Episode 245 - The Hidden Cost of Workplace Bullying
In this episode of The HR Room, we uncover the hidden cost of bullying at work - from its devastating impact on mental health and morale to the massive…
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Episode 244 - 'Quiet’ Redundancies: Are they on the rise?
In this episode of The HR Room, hosts Mary Cullen (Founder, MD - Insight HR) and Dave Corkery (Content & Social Media Lead - Insight HR) discuss the rising…
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Episode 243 - Inside Ireland’s Best Managed Companies: AI Adoption, Rising Costs & The War for Talent
In this episode of The HR Room Podcast, we’re joined by Brian Murphy, Lead Partner for Ireland’s Best Managed Companies Awards Programme at Deloitte, to unpack…
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Episode 242 - Return to Office Realities: What HR Needs to Know
In this episode, hosts Dave Corkery (Content & Social Media Lead – Insight HR) and Mary Cullen (Founder, Managing Director - Insight HR) are joined by Insight…
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Episode 241 – AI in HR: The Promise, The Peril & The Possibilities
This week, we're talking about AI – in particular, its transformative immediate and potential impact on HR. Hosts Dave Corkery (Content & Social Media Lead –…
The HR Room PodcastEpisode 240 – Executive Decision: The Value of Coaching for HR Leaders
In this episode of The HR Room Podcast, Dave Corkery is joined by Mary Cullen, founder of Insight HR, and Ed Brzychcy, executive coach and leadership…
The HR Room PodcastEpisode 239 - Mediation Matters: Navigating workplace conflict with clarity and care
In this episode of The HR Room Podcast, we explore the crucial role of mediation in resolving workplace conflict. Our Head of Strategy & Growth Barry Casserly…