The Plumm Pod

The Plumm Pod
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Plumm Pod – your gateway to HR and workplace wellbeing.
Join thought-provoking conversations with HR leaders, recruiters, and industry experts as we explore trends in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and the future of work. From tackling challenges to sharing success stories, The Plumm Pod delivers fresh insights, actionable strategies, and a behind-the-scenes look at HR and wellbeing.
Whether you're an HR pro, recruiter, or passionate about better workplaces, there’s something here for you.
Tune in and discover what makes work, work.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on vital topics such as mental health strategies, workplace culture, leadership roles, and the future of HR. Episode examples include discussions like burnout tactics with Kirsty Birch, building intentional cultures with Natalie Pearce, and the importance of genuine relationships in HR. Specific focus areas include navigating post-pandemic work dynamics, fostering supportive environments, and leveraging technology for employee engagement.

🎧 Hit play and take something practical with you.
Here’s what you can expect:
– Real talk on workplace wellbeing and HR
– Practical advice for how to navigate the HR space
– Lessons from HR professionals and who’ve seen it all
– Honest stories about what it’s really like behind the scenes at work
New here? Meet Plumm.
We’re an all-in-one HR and wellbeing platform built to help teams thrive. From payroll and learning tools to mental health support and our AI assistant, Emma, we help HR teams take care of people and processes, without the usual hassle.
Explore more at www.heyplum
What if it all works out?
In this episode, we chat with Abigail Cooper, People Partner, who shares invaluable insights on scaling teams and HR strategy. Abigail Cooper's journey from admin roles to shaping internal communication and succession planning provides a powerful blueprint for businesses navigating the future of work.
You’ll learn:
The core principles of internal comms that will keep your team engaged and aligned.
Why managers are key to successful HR communication (and how to train them).
How to create clarity and reduce overwhelm with a simple, scalable communication framework.
The key to creating psychological safety and a resilient leadership culture.
If you’re ready to rethink your internal comms and team strategies, subscribe for more impactful HR insights.
Chapters:
00:00:00 — From Admin to HR Strategy
00:02:30 — Confidence in the Chaos
00:04:02 — Internal Comms: A New Era
00:06:56 — The HR Role Shift
00:09:55 — Internal Comms Framework
00:12:25 — Connecting with Managers
00:14:18 — Overcoming the Overwhelm
00:16:58 — Communication Cadence
00:18:53 — The One Source of Truth
00:21:40 — Understanding Your Team’s Needs
00:23:10 — Planning for Success
00:25:40 — Storytelling for HR
00:27:39 — Scaling for the Future
00:29:12 — What’s Missing in Your Strategy?
00:31:10 — Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
00:34:18 — What If It All Works Out?

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