What if simply seeing yourself through a different lens could change how you show up in the world? In this episode of True HR: Beyond the Office, we explore the surprising power of brand photography with guest Carley Storm, founder of Carley Storm Branding Co. and the Headshot + Brand Bar. Carley shares how her journey from healthcare to photography taught her the art of reinvention and how she now helps others do the same through the camera.
We dig into the link between self-image and confidence, what makes brand photography different (and more powerful) than traditional portraits, and why the right photo can be a game-changer for your personal or professional brand.
When traditional tools for mental health - medication, therapy, and lifestyle tweaks - aren’t enough, what’s next?
In this episode, Dr. Candace Holmes, chiropractor, author, and certified Neurofeedback Therapy Practitioner, explains how neurofeedback uses brain training to improve focus, reduce anxiety, and restore balance.
Dr. Holmes shares the personal story that led her to this field and why neurofeedback may be one of the most overlooked breakthroughs in mental wellness.
Transitioning to assisted living is more than just packing boxes, it’s a journey of emotion, memory, and dignity. In this episode of True HR: Beyond the Office, we’re joined by Audrey Tesora, founder of Right Touch Organizing Services, who brings 25 years of experience and a deeply human approach to helping seniors and families through this emotional and transformational change.
What can a high-stakes kitchen teach us about leadership? A lot, according to MasterChef USA winner and TEDx speaker Jennifer Behm Lazzarini. In this episode, Jennifer shares how she’s turned her love of cooking into Yes, Chef, a leadership experience that transforms the chaos of the kitchen into lessons on teamwork, trust, and communication. She’s fun, fearless, and refreshingly real.
Feeling overwhelmed by the college admissions maze? You’re not alone. In this episode, educational consultant Alice Fuscaldo breaks down post-COVID changes, the surprising role of social media in college decision-making, and how parents can actually help without adding pressure.Whether you are a rising junior or a parent trying to navigate the complex college obstacle course, this episode is packed with practical tips and fresh perspectives to make the whole process a little less stressful.
Many of us work out so our bodies stay strong, and we maintain our physical fitness. But what about your mental fitness? In this episode, guest Nikki Gangemi helps us break down the importance of mental fitness and explain why it’s crucial to exercise our “mind muscles” even when things are going well.
Tired of dreading Mondays? You’re not alone—but it doesn’t have to be that way. Executive coach Kevin Cameron joins us to share practical mindset shifts and simple routines that can help you start your week with more energy, clarity, and purpose. Whether you're leading a team or just trying to lead yourself out of the Sunday Scaries, this episode offers a fresh, motivating take on how to make Mondays something you actually look forward to.
In the second half of this special two-part series of True HR: Beyond the Office, host Shannon Clark Johnston is back in the hot seat with Nikki Gangemi asking the questions. This time, they're talking about how planning and goal-setting can be powerful tools—not just for productivity, but for recovery, healing, and managing overwhelm. Shannon also shares the unexpected ways confidence grows through travel, self-exploration, and saying “yes” to the unknown.
In this special flip-the-script episode of True HR: Beyond the Office, we’re turning the mic on the host, Shannon Clark Johnston. This time, Shannon sits in the guest seat as she’s interviewed by former guest and transformation coach Nikki Gangemi.
Shannon—speaker, coach, and founder of True HR—opens up about her path from corporate executive to heart-centered leadership guide. But this isn’t just a career story. It’s a conversation about navigating the messy, often unpredictable intersection of work and life.
From self-doubt and reinvention to deeply personal obstacles that shook everything she thought she knew, Shannon shares how confidence, connection, and resilience became more than just professional pillars—they became survival skills.
This is part one of a two part series.
Navigating healthcare choices can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Benefits Consultant Lindsay Humphries breaks down high-deductible plans, cash pay programs, and the key factors to consider when choosing the best option for you and your family.
In this episode of True HR: Beyond the Office, we dive into the world of concierge healthcare—a personalized, patient-centered alternative to traditional medicine. Many are unfamiliar with how it works, who it benefits, and why it’s gaining traction.
Joining us is Dr. Sarah Musleh, an esteemed endocrinologist and co-founder of Anzara Health, a female-owned concierge endocrinology practice. She shares her journey from the traditional healthcare model to concierge medicine, giving us an inside look at what it is—and what it isn’t. Could this be the future of healthcare? Let’s find out!
Learn about Hakalau Healing, an ancient Hawaiian technique for staying calm and focused in difficult conversations. Nikki Gangemi shares practical steps for setting intentions, asking better questions, and practicing focused awareness to navigate conflict with clarity and confidence.
What if your wardrobe could boost your confidence, reshape how others see you, and reconnect you with who you truly are? Personal stylist and Image Consultant Katie Kabel reveals how personal styling goes beyond fashion. With experience from red carpets to life’s toughest transitions, Katie shares how working with a stylist can transform your mindset and why personal style isn’t just for celebrities.
What is Brainspotting? Licensed professional counselor Hannah Haimann unveils the transformative power of this innovative therapy, which goes beyond traditional talk therapy to target and heal deep-rooted emotional and mental health challenges. Discover how Brainspotting unlocks potential for profound healing and growth.
This season, we’re diving deeper into the topics that matter most—confidence, resilience, mental fitness, and navigating life’s challenges with purpose and clarity. From the stress of college admissions to the transformative power of personal styling, we’re bringing you the conversations that inspire action and change.🎧 Tune in for topics like:✔️ Mastering difficult conversations with calm and focus✔️ Transforming Monday blues into a fresh start✔️ Brainspotting for deeper mental health breakthroughs✔️ Empowering women to speak with confidence✔️ And much more!
Workplace Wellness is a common term, but what does it really mean? On this episode my guest, Workplace Wellness Trainer and Coach Katina Smith, shares her expertise on wellness from the employer and employee [perspective in today’s ever-changing workplace landscape.
Physical and emotional exhaustion. Cynicism and detachment. Feelings of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment. These are all warning signs of burnout. What causes burnout, and it there anything we can do to prevent it? What if we know we’re burnt out? Can we recover and move forward? On this episode, our guest, professional coach Sharon List, discusses the signs and symptoms of burnout and shares her personal experience that moved her from burnout to reinvention.
Talent acquisition has been an exhausting and sometimes, thankless role for HR professionals since the onset of COVID-19. And it still doesn’t seem to have settled into any predictable pattern. Salary increase budgets for US employers are rising to levels we haven’t seen in at least five years. And everywhere you turn, people are talking about how challenging it is to find good people.
On this episode, our guest and talent expert, Kevin Cameron, CEO of Talent Connect, shares his insights on the wild ride we have been on when it comes to recruitment over the past few years, and where he sees the job market heading in the months to come.
Living a life without stress, isn’t realistic. The key is learning how to manage anxiety that can sometimes overwhelm us and keep us from being present in our lives. On this episode, guest and mindfulness expert, Nikki Ganjemmi, shares easy and practical methods you can apply to become more mindful at work and in your personal life.
Human Resources and Finance - perhaps the most underutilized relationship within a company’s leadership team. Often at odds pursuing their respective agendas, if they can work together effectively, these two functions have the capacity to become a powerful force for organizational change. On episode 5 of the True HR podcast, our guest and finance veteran, Damian Finio, explains how to leverage the shared interests between these two groups to transform the HR and Finance relationship into a true partnership.