Episode Overview
Over the past few decades, HR has evolved from an employee advocacy approach to a business partnership model—so what does that mean for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)? In this episode of ERG Powertalk Podcast, we sit down with Cierra Gross, MHR, Founder & CEO of Worklution Inc., to discuss why and how HR has shifted away from an employee-centered, advocacy-driven approach and what ERGs can and cannot expect from professionals operating under this business-partner HR model that always sides with the managers and executives and hides vital information from employees.
Cierra, a former HR professional turned entrepreneur, is on a mission to transform the world of work. Through Caged Bird HR and Work Receipts, she provides platforms for employee advocacy, education, and transparency in the modern workplace. She shares her insights on how ERGs can work alongside HR to create meaningful change, drive inclusivity, and build a more equitable workforce.
Key Takeaways:
✅ How HR has evolved to its current 21st-century role
✅ The lack growing need for employee advocacy
✅ Where ERGs fit in this new landscape
✅ Practical steps for ERG leaders to move forward
✅ How Worklution Inc., Caged Bird HR, and Work Receipts are driving change
About Our Guest – Cierra Gross, MHR
Cierra Gross is an HR strategist, founder, and advocate dedicated to reshaping the workplace through education, advocacy, and policy reform. As Founder & CEO of Worklution Inc., she leads Caged Bird HR, a platform dedicated to employee advocacy, and Wrk Receipts, a tool for workplace transparency and accountability.
Her work centers on empowering employees and equipping organizations with the tools to build fair, inclusive, and people-first workplaces.
Resources & Links:
🌍 Learn More About Worklution Inc.
🔗 Connect with Cierra on LinkedIn: Cierra Gross, MHR
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