About the show

The Bob 'n Joyce Talk HR 'n OD podcast, hosted by Bob Stapleton and Joyce Wilson-Sanford, is for Human Resources and Organizational Development change-makers committed to bold work in an era that calls for the skills, values and partnership of these two disciplines. Bob and Joyce are former HR and OD C-suite executives who share their successes, failures, and hacks. They believe that it's an exciting time for this work and give specifics around acquisitions, policy nightmares, and grand moments. This podcast is to support your work and to take a moment to step away from the daily chaos. Come on in, grab a snack, and welcome!

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Episodes

  • Episode 187: Where Science Meets OD Practice – A Conversation with Dr. Rob Lion

    March 12th, 2025  |  48 mins 4 secs
    business, csuite, dr. rob lion, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce welcome Dr. Rob Lion, a strategist, professor, and expert in workplace culture, leadership development, and performance improvement.

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    Episode 186: Brace for Impact: How to Survive Workplace Change

    March 5th, 2025  |  19 mins 32 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development, reactions to change

    In today’s episode, Bob ‘n Joyce dive into how people react to change—especially in the workplace.

  • Episode 185: Speaking Up or Staying Silent? Leadership in a Polarized World

    February 25th, 2025  |  24 mins 2 secs
    business, chaos, crucial conversation, csuite, culture, difficult conversations dei, divisive politics, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, leadership stand, od, organizational development

    In this episode, we tackle a conversation we’d rather avoid—but know we must have. How can leaders create the conditions for constructive dialogue in divisive times?

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    Episode 184: Lead with Intention: Make Every Moment Count

    February 17th, 2025  |  24 mins 25 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, intentional leadership, leadership, od, organizational development, setting intentions

    In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce explore the power of deliberate and intentional leadership.

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    Episode 183: Lead Like a Person, Not a Position - A Conversation with Mark Carpenter

    February 11th, 2025  |  35 mins 56 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, mark carpenter, od, organizational development

    In today’s episode, Bob ‘n Joyce welcome Mark Carpenter, author and leadership consultant, to discuss his work helping leaders bring their full humanity to work.

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    Episode 182: Rethinking Leadership: The 5 Must-have Qualities for Today’s World

    February 3rd, 2025  |  24 mins 22 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce discuss the findings of a Strategy + Business Newsletter article on the 5 qualities that leaders must possess to succeed in today’s world.

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    Episode 181: Blue Collar Power From the Ground Up – A Conversation with Ryan Englin

    January 24th, 2025  |  41 mins 19 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development, talk with ryan englin

    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce talk with Ryan Englin about what businesses can do to fully leverage the power of the people closest to the work. Englin is a gritty, no bull coach who helps business owners get real about what’s needed to build strong teams that drive business success.

  • Episode 180: Managing Without Power – A conversation with Joris Merks-Benjaminsen

    January 17th, 2025  |  54 mins 24 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, joris merks-benjaminsen, leadership, od, organizational development

    Today, Joris Merks-Benjaminsen joins us from the Netherlands to share his work helping companies cultivate leaders who emphasize both accountability and human connection to achieve extraordinary results.

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    Episode 179: 2025 - The Year of Doing Something! (Some will work, others won’t)

    January 8th, 2025  |  30 mins 12 secs
    2025 workplace trends, business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    Bob’ n Joyce look ahead to 2025 and share what workplace pundits tell us what we can expect this year.

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    Episode 178: This Podcast: A Refuge for Inspiration and Recharging

    December 30th, 2024  |  16 mins 48 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development, our why 2024

    In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce put the spotlight on OD/HR practitioners and their role helping organizations navigate these exhilarating but terrifying times. Institutions, governments, and people worldwide are being challenged in ways not seen before.

  • Episode 177: Bittersweet Tidings: The paradox of Holiday Cheer

    December 23rd, 2024  |  26 mins 27 secs
    baah humbug, business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce talk about the emotional highs and lows that surround the holidays.

  • Episode 176: Honoring OD/HR: The Legacy We Leave Behind

    December 16th, 2024  |  22 mins 48 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, joyce's legacy, leadership, od, organizational development

    In today’s episode, Bob’nJoyce discuss the impact OD/HR practitioners have shaping culture and transforming organizations.

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    Episode 175: Workplace Connection – The Cure for Loneliness

    December 9th, 2024  |  20 mins 51 secs
    building community, business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce discuss why building community and connection in the workplace should be every leader’s responsibility.

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    Episode 174: DEI 2.0: Reinventing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    December 5th, 2024  |  24 mins 44 secs
    business, csuite, dei, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce rift on the recent trend of abandoning DEI programs in organizations and institutions.

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    Episode 173: TeamSpeak: Unlocking Potential Through Dialogue

    November 26th, 2024  |  19 mins 35 secs
    business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development, the power of dialogue

    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce discussed the power of guided dialogue for jumpstarting a team.

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    Episode 172: What Keeps Us ‘All In’ Despite Life’s Curveballs

    November 15th, 2024  |  23 mins 19 secs
    all in, business, csuite, executive, hr, human resources, leadership, od, organizational development

    In this episode, Bob’nJoyce muse about the paradox of being 'all in.'