# EP. 129: Why HR Must Be Part of Workplace Culture Change

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Podcast: [Coffee Break: Breaking the Cycle of Bullying in Healthcare, One Cup at a Time](https://stenobird.com/podcast/coffee-break-breaking-the-cycle-of-bullying-in-healthcare-one-cup-at-a-time-6510917)
Published: 2026-03-18T11:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1386

## Resource

Addressing disruptive behavior at work is not just a people issue; it is a business risk. In this episode, host Dr. Renee Thompson explains why HR should not be brought in only after workplace issues escalate. She discusses how disruptive behavior, bullying, and incivility drive turnover, disengagement, medical errors, and financial losses, and why leaders must stop treating these issues as secondary. Dr. Thompson argues that HR is uniquely positioned to help leaders build a strong business case for change, identify patterns, and support accountability through better documentation and strategy. She also shares practical ways leaders can strengthen their partnership with HR, from tying behavior to performance to using workplace data and creating consistent consequences for harmful conduct. Tune in to learn how intentionally partnering with HR can help leaders reduce organizational risk and build a healthier, more accountable work culture. About Dr. Renee Thompson: Dr. Renee Thompson is a leading authority on creating healthy work cultures by eliminating bullying and incivility in healthcare. With more than 31 years of experience as a clinical nurse, educator, quality manager, and executive leader, she has become one of the most sought-after experts on workplace culture. As CEO and Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute, Renee works with healthcare organizations worldwide to equip leaders with the tools they need to cultivate professional, respectful, and supportive teams. Renee is a published author, award-winning speaker, and one of only 30 nurses worldwide to earn the Certified Speaking Professional designation. She also serves on The Joint Commission’s Workplace Violence Technical Advisory Panel and has been recognized globally for her thought leadership and advo…

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