Optimizing HR Talent Recognition Through Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) with Josh Merrill | Episode 2
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Break The Wheel HR Podcast! In this episode, David Murray, our host, will be joined by Josh Merrill, Cofounder and CEO of Confirm.
Together, they delve into the fascinating world of HR, exploring topics such as the performance reviews today how and when it started and the importance of recognizing talent beyond managerial perspectives.
Josh shares thought-provoking stories and insights, ranging from personal experiences to industry trends. Tune in as they discuss the impact of storytelling for founders and CEOs, the potential pitfalls of AI in recruiting, and the ever-changing landscape of work measurement.
Get ready to expand your HR knowledge and challenge traditional practices as we break down the wheel in this captivating episode.
Topics Covered:
-They introduce the concept of organizational network analysis (ONA) as a way to measure work based on how it is actually done.
-The podcast explores the optimism of Generation Z workers compared to Millennials and Gen X.
-They highlight the struggles and challenges faced by workers across all generations, including excessive work and lack of clarity in job roles
-The conversation touches on the bias in manager ratings and the need for more objective evaluation methods.
-They discuss the potential benefits and limitations of continuous feedback in performance management..
-The episode ends with a segment on personal experiences and insights, including the importance of being mindful of one's actions and the challenges of being fired.
The incentive structure of how we do work today is that your destiny, your future as an employee, your opportunities for advancement and for growth really depend on your manager's ability to advocate and to influence on your behalf." — Josh Merrill
Timestamps:
(00:23) - Introduction
(01:16) - Uncork and Unwind: Discussing Severance Pay and Social Safety Nets
(02:42) - The Cost of Health Insurance and Hiring Abroad
(03:27) - The Challenge of Contractor vs. Employee Definitions
(04:48) - HR News Flash: Generation Z's Optimism in the Workplace
(07:26) - Reality Check: Reinventing Performance Reviews with ONA
(09:49) - The Impact of Manager Advocacy on Career Progression
(12:06) - Avoiding Popularity Contests in Performance Feedback
(14:08) - People Misunderstand: Misconceptions About Being a Founder or CEO
(20:00) - Break the Wheel or Break a Heel: Continuous Feedback
(22:12) - Manager Ratings and Their Effectiveness
(23:33) - Peer 360s vs. Organizational Network Analysis
(28:02) - The Effectiveness of OKRs
(29:23) - The Future of Performance Reviews with ONA
(30:02) - Wheel Breaker of the Week: LinkedIn's AI-Assisted Recruiting Tools
(37:39) - What Should I Have Done: Working with Pneumonia
(37:57) - HR Horror Story: Mismanaged Performance Reviews
(45:09) - Water Cooler Whispers: AI Bubble in Venture Capital
(46:24) - HR Speaks Funny: The Peter Principle
(48:16) - Decline to Comment: Josh's hardest work moment
(49:43) - Least Enjoyable Co-worker Traits
(50:39) - Eye-Rolling LinkedIn Posts Template
(53:21) - Cheers to Change: Celebrating Thoropass Use of ONA
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https://www.youtube.com/@ConfirmHR
Connect with Josh Merrill:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshio/
Connect with Confirm:
Website: https://www.confirm.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confirm.hr/
Connect with David Murray, host:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimurray/
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