HR Tea - Insights from 40 years of I/O Psychology Research

In this episode, you will hear from Dr. Rick Jacobs, an I/O Psychologist who has 40 years of research and consulting experience in HR. Rick will share stories of how he has seen our workplaces change and how those changes have led to ever complicated challenges in HR and research.

Sep 26, 2023

The Positive Impact of DEI

In this episode, Joseph Starchia, a recruiter in the DEI space and Villanova HRD Alum, says we need to “make sure that we're not hiring people into burning buildings and then they're complaining about the smoke and the fire.” Organizations need to create inclusive and healthy work environments if they expect employees to be well and do well. DEI is ultimately intertwined with well-being because people can only fully contribute at work when their physical, mental, financial, and social needs are supported. When diverse voices are included in wellness program planning, only then will diverse needs get met.

40 min