In this courageous and eye-opening episode of HR Fresh Take, host Dr. Jo sits down with survivor, advocate, and author Dr. Jennifer Gardella to explore how domestic violence—often considered a private issue—profoundly impacts the workplace. From emotional trauma to legal and financial barriers, Dr. Gardella shares her personal journey and offers actionable insights for HR professionals and organizational leaders.

Listeners will learn:

• The hidden costs of domestic violence on employee well-being and productivity
• The importance of psychologically safe environments and trauma-informed policies
• What coworkers and leaders can say (and avoid saying) to support survivors
• How organizations can partner with local resources and offer meaningful accommodations

This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to building compassionate, inclusive, and resilient workplaces.

Trigger warning: This episode contains sensitive content related to domestic violence. Please listen with care.

If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to your local domestic violence center or call the National Domestic violence hotline at 800-799-SAFE.

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We’re kicking off our 4th season by talking about neurodiversity in the workplace—what it means, why it matters, and how HR leaders can foster truly inclusive environments.

Joining the discussion are Laura Sibbald McAnulty, Executive Director of the Neurodiversity Employment Network (NENPHL); Joseph Riddle, Director of Neurodiversity in the Workplace (NITW), and Alberta Blum, Lead Executive Talent Partner for Radian.

We’ll discuss hiring, team dynamics, accommodations, and the power of universal design as well as how small shifts in culture and communication can benefit everyone.

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In our final installment of our series, HR and Age of AI Opportunities and Obstacles, our guests examine the dual impact of AI on mental health. Highlighting both the benefits and challenges it presents.

We also discussed building cultures of care and the role of AI as a tool to enhance workplace practices.

Special Thanks to our Contributors:

Scott J Prendergast is a Professional Speaker, Certified Coach, Author,
College Professor and Mental Health Advocate based in Philadelphia, PA
and owner of Scotty P Inspiration LLC. A graduate of Temple University,
Scott speaks about the importance of acknowledging mental health in
society, and encourages techniques to overcome the everyday mental
obstacles that hold us back in life.

Danny Goldberg is a Workplace Culture Expert, acclaimed speaker, and award-winning entrepreneur who helps organizations navigate today’s most urgent workplace challenges. With a focus on building future-proof teams that are resilient, adaptable, and free from burnout, Danny empowers leaders to create cultures of engagement, innovation, and connection.

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