Hey there! I’m Irina, and welcome to WFM Unfiltered! This is the podcast where we spill the beans on everything happening behind the scenes in workforce management. If you’ve ever felt like no one’s listening to your thoughts and frustrations about WFM, this is your new favorite spot. Every week, I’ll chat with awesome guests who know a thing or two about managing workforces. We’ll laugh, we might rant, and yes, there could be some cursing (just a bit!). We're going to talk about the latest ...
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Send us a text Welcome to a very special takeover edition of WFM Unfiltered! In today’s episode, Irina switches seats to become the guest, and our host for the day, Paul, takes over the reins. It's a rare opportunity to hear Irina's full, unfiltered story—from her humble beginnings in the contact centre world to building her reputation as a thought…
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Your data might be Sh*T | Antoine Borg
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, Irina takes us to the sunny island of Malta, where we sit down with the ever-enthusiastic Antoine Borg. From his time in the Maltese Army to navigating the complex waters of Workforce Management (WFM), Antoine’s journey is nothing short of fascinating. Antoine’s no-nonsense approach to data and his …
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Agents wishes vs Customer Demand | Dan Smitley
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, we're diving into one of the most complex balancing acts in the world of Workforce Management: how to meet customer demand while keeping agents happy. Joining me is the one and only Dan Smitley, a WFM veteran with over 20 years of experience in contact centers, consulting, and strategy. Dan's not on…
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WFM Imposter Syndrome | Loz Beck
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Send us a text In today’s episode of WFM Unfiltered, I sit down with Loz Beck, a trailblazer in Workforce Management (WFM) and a force to be reckoned with in the industry. Loz, who has climbed the ranks from a real-time analyst to a tactical planning manager at Monzo Bank, is here to share her fascinating journey through the world of WFM. From deal…
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Capacity Planning and Handling Pushback from Senior Stakeholders | Adriana Olteanu
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, host Irina Mateeva dives deep into the world of capacity planning with Adriana Olteanu, the Manager of WFM Forecasting & Capacity Planning at Groupon. With nearly two decades of experience in customer service, banking, and workforce management, Adriana brings a wealth of knowledge, particularly in t…
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Rant about “experts”, “certificates”, “recruitment” and more | Marianne Withers
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, we dive deep into a topic that's often brushed under the rug: how HR can sometimes become a roadblock in effective Workforce Management. Join Irina Mateeva, founder of RightWFM, as she sits down with Marianne Withers, the Managing Director of The Verity Centre. Marianne brings a wealth of experience…
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When HR is in the way of WFM | Marianne Withers
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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of WFM Unfiltered, host Irina Mateeva engages in a candid conversation with Marianne Withers, Managing Director of The Verity Centre. The discussion centers around a critical yet often overlooked issue: the obstacles HR departments can pose to effective Workforce Management (WFM). With over two decades of …
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Empathy is not for WFM teams | Dimitri Van De Ginste
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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode of WFM Unfiltered, we dive deep into one of the most polarizing topics in Workforce Management: the role of empathy. Joining me from Antwerp, Belgium, is Dimitri Van De Ginste, founder of VDG Consulting and a seasoned expert in operational WFM and AI. Dimitri is not afraid to challenge the status quo…
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The Power of Change Management | Jenn Jones
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Send us a text Change management—it's more than just a buzzword. In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, Irina Matneva sits down with Jenn Jones, Director of Strategy and Workforce Management at Navidus Health Solutions, to explore the often-overlooked nuances of change management. Jenn brings a wealth of experience from her role at a leading pharmaceut…
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Part 2 - Mental Health in Contact Centers, WFM teams and more with Craig Fearn
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, we're diving into the second part of our insightful conversation with Craig Fearn, the Wellbeing Ambassador for the Institute of Directors in the UK. With over 22 years of experience in mental wellbeing, Craig brings a wealth of knowledge on how to foster a healthier workplace environment. Last time…
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Mental Health in Contact Centers, WFM teams and more with Craig Fearn
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Send us a text 🚀 The latest episode of WFM Unfiltered is live, featuring the amazing Craig Fearn! Craig and I delve into the mental health challenges in contact centers and WFM teams. We discuss strategies to combat burnout, the importance of supportive work environments, and why mental health needs to be a priority in the workplace. Don't miss out…
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SLA vs ASA (Is SLA a Dead Metric?)
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, Irina chats with Greg McConney, the Vice President of Workforce Planning, Analytics, and Business Intelligence at XtendOps. Greg brings his extensive experience from his previous role at Verizon to delve into the intricate world of workforce management metrics. The focus of their discussion is on th…
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Pay Your Real Time Analysts! | Sarah Thompson
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Send us a text In this episode of WFM Unfiltered, Irina Mateeva sits down with the dynamic Sarah Thompson, Senior Planning and Insight Lead at Skipton Building Society, to delve into the often-overlooked role of real-time analysts in workforce management. Sarah, known for her authentic and vibrant presence on LinkedIn, brings a fresh perspective on…
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Roadmap Rants & WFM Realities - Bryan Hamann
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Send us a text Join us for another exciting episode of WFM Unfiltered as we sit down with Bryan Hamann, a seasoned Workforce Management expert with over a decade of experience in optimizing resources and capacity planning. Bryan has worked with notable companies such as Charter Spectrum and Figure Lending, and he brings a wealth of knowledge and a …
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Metrics Mayhem: Adherence vs. Conformance - Frank Berlanga
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Send us a text Join us for our outrageous pilot episode of WFM Unfiltered, as we sit down with Frank Berlanga, a seasoned expert in workforce management. With nearly a decade of experience in the field, Frank brings a wealth of knowledge and a touch of humour to our discussion. From his beginnings as an intraday analyst to his current role as Senio…
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Send us a text Welcome to WFM Unfiltered! This is the podcast where we spill the beans on everything happening behind the scenes in workforce management. If you’ve ever felt like no one’s listening to your thoughts and frustrations about WFM, this is your new favorite spot. Every week, I’ll chat with awesome guests who know a thing or two about man…
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