In the HR world, workplace misconduct is considered especially heinous. At HR Tech, William Tincup and Ryan Leary of WRKdefined take over "9 to 5 HR Nightmares" to expose shocking stories from top industry leaders. Their mission: to reveal how weak candidate screening and compliance failures can devastate company culture. These are their stories—raw, real, and a reminder that modern HR practices are your first line of defense. Misconduct isn’t just a nightmare—it’s a ticking time bomb.
Workplace misconduct isn’t just a headline—it's real, raw, and often absurd. From OnlyFans videos in hazardous showers to CEOs publicly humiliating executives, this episode dives into HR nightmares that are equal parts shocking and eye-opening. The stories highlight the toxic impact of unchecked lea...
This limited series is brought to you by FAMA, Modern Candidate Screening. Talent teams use FAMA to improve candidate quality, create safe and inclusive workplaces and place the right leadership for their organizations. Ever sent a FedEx package to DHL? Sounds like a joke, right? Well, it happened—a...
Torin Ellis and Rob Boersma bring unforgettable workplace stories that go beyond bad behavior to the tough leadership calls behind the scenes. From managing an addicted but high-performing employee to diffusing hostile interviewees, their experiences reveal the human side of HR’s toughest challenges...
Kevin Wheeler and Tim Sackett drop some unforgettable HR gems, the kind you don’t hear about in your average conference session. Picture this: a loaded Colt .45 sitting in a desk drawer in California and a Chili’s lunch featuring a Budweiser that cost someone their job. These aren’t just wild storie...
Carmen Hudson and Steve Levy share unforgettable recruiting stories, from a candidate accidentally removing her top during an Amazon interview to a bar raiser showdown that tested patience and protocol. These moments reveal how preparation—or lack thereof—shapes outcomes in recruiting and hiring. In...
Workplace bias and misconduct aren’t just buzzwords—they’re real challenges with real consequences. This episode unpacks stories that push the boundaries of HR, from a shocking workplace arrest to the subtle ways bias shows up in hiring. We’re digging into the tough lessons that redefine how leaders...
Ever been ambushed at a wedding? DailyPay’s CPO shares an HR horror story that’ll make you rethink office relationships and after-hours invites. This episode dives deep into raw moments of workplace misconduct, personal missteps, and lessons HR leaders can’t afford to ignore. In this episode, we loo...
What happens when financial stress leads employees to blur ethical boundaries? A fast-food franchise finds itself grappling with a long-running fraud scheme where small register discrepancies pile up, all tied to rent deadlines. We speak with Chief of Chime Enterprise, Jason Lee about the interplay ...
Let’s face it—HR’s seen it all. In this episode, we dive into the absurdity and brilliance of workplace mishaps, from the helicopter parent showing up at interviews to the coffee-cart reset that saved the day. It's raw, real, and a must-listen for anyone who’s navigated hiring challenges. In this ep...
Workplace realities hit hard when the perfect candidate shows up dressed for disaster. Think killer skills, disastrous style—straight from a comedy of errors. From navigating high-stakes H-1B sponsorships to a suit swap nightmare, this episode dives into the hilariously unplanned side of recruiting ...