In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Toni Angelini interview Richard Polak, an expert in global human resources and labor. They discuss topics such as compassionate productivity, work-life balance, remote work, and the challenges of managing a diverse workforce. Polak emphasizes the importance of employee engagement and empowerment for increased productivity. He also cautions against hiring for diversity's sake without considering qualifications. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.com