In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Ian Wilson, VP of HR at Amazon, to discuss how great leaders cultivate resilience, drive innovation, and embrace continuous learning.

Ian shares insights on Amazon’s leadership principles, why curiosity and adaptability are essential for success, and how HR leaders can create a culture that fosters growth, agility, and execution.

He also dives into how leaders can make smarter decisions faster, develop strong problem-solving skills, and maintain a customer-centric mindset, lessons HR professionals can apply to future-proof their organizations.

🎓 In this episode, Ian discusses:

1. How continuous learning and curiosity fuel leadership success
2. Why fast decision-making separates great leaders from the rest
3. The role of psychological safety in building high-performing teams
4. How Amazon's leadership principles drive execution and innovation
5. Why HR must stop ‘random acts of HR’ and focus on business impact

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, Donovan Mattole, CHRO at Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, discusses how friendship, resilience, and trust play crucial roles in leadership and organizational success.

Donovan emphasizes the importance of building authentic relationships, fostering trust within teams, and maintaining a work-life balance through self-care and reflection. He also shares how leaders can create a culture of accountability and collaboration by prioritizing connection over control.

🎓 In this episode, Donovan discusses:

1. How HR leaders can foster resilience and prevent burnout.
2. The role of trust in building high-performing, accountable teams.
3. The importance of personal reflection and work-life balance for growth.
4. Why friendship and support networks are crucial for leadership success.
5. The concept of "teamship" and how it drives collaboration and innovation.

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Aurora Martinez Ramos, Chief Learning Officer at Keralty. Aurora shares her journey of leading with purpose in the healthcare industry, highlighting how aligning personal purpose with organizational goals fosters resilience and innovation.

She dives into the importance of education and upskilling to address global healthcare challenges and the transformative role of AI in improving patient care and operations. Aurora also discusses how diverse leadership can inspire meaningful change and create lasting impact in complex industries like healthcare.

🎓 In this episode, Aurora discusses:

1. How aligning purpose with leadership builds resilience
2. The role of education and upskilling in healthcare innovation
3. How AI is transforming patient care and healthcare leadership
4. The importance of diversity in leadership for creating meaningful change

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Keith Keating, Chief Learning & Development Officer at BDO and luminary in the field of Learning and Development. During the episode, we discussed his new book, the Trusted Learning Advisor.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight

00:28 - Welcoming Keith Keating

01:12 - Motivation behind his new book, "The Trusted Learning Advisor"

03:05 - Evolution of L&D and HR

05:03 - The Inclusiveness and Credibility in L&D

06:33 - Keith's Approach to Establishing Credibility

08:18 - Building Effective Stakeholder Relationships

09:16 - The Difference Between Order Taking and Taking Orders

11:47 - Becoming a Trusted Learning Advisor: A Continuous Journey

13:05 - Identifying and Engaging in Business Conversations

14:17 - Language and Communication in Stakeholder Engagement

16:05 - Importance of Relationship Building and Credibility

17:04 - The Role of Frontline Workers in Organizational Insights

18:20 - Demonstrating the Value of L&D to Stakeholders

19:35 - Regular Review of Success Metrics with Stakeholders

22:57 - Moving from Reactive to Proactive in L&D

25:16 - Educating Stakeholders on L&D Value

26:21 - Balancing Daily Delivery with New Technology Awareness

29:23 - L&D's Critical Moment and Opportunity

30:24 - Essential Skills for Modern L&D Leaders

31:13 - Storytelling and its Impact on Stakeholder Engagement

33:19 - Discussing Budget and Value with CFOs

35:12 - Addressing the Skills Crisis in L&D

36:49 - AI's Impact on Job Roles and L&D Responsibilities

37:00 - Parting advice and where to reach out

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I spoke with Gustavo Canton, CEO & Founder of imhmn, about using ethical AI to elevate human experiences at work.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight and Introduction

02:00 - Gustavo's background

04:00 - Emergence of people analytics field

06:00 - Implications of AI and automation

09:00 - Risks and ethical considerations with AI

12:00 - Using AI in HR and people analytics

15:00 - Adapting to remote work

18:00 - Rethinking office space

20:00 - Cultural differences in transformation

23:00 - Implementing technology successfully

26:00 - Advice for HR leaders on AI

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by Peter Cappelli, Wharton Management Professor, to discuss The Future of the Office: the Hard Choices We All Face.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight

01:30 - Peter's background

03:10 - Workplace shifts in the 1980s

06:30 - Entering an interesting period for HR

08:20 - Failing to plan for post-pandemic offices

10:40 - Rethinking necessity of in-person collaboration

13:30 - Accounting rules driving poor talent decisions

16:40 - Need for HR business case of turnover costs

18:50 - CEOs balancing investor metrics with people outcomes

22:20 - Overcoming barriers to people analytics

24:30 - Progress needing data integration solutions

26:40 - Potential for workforce insights with clean data

29:00 - Improving post-pandemic work experiences

31:20 - Remote work genie won't go back in bottle

34:10 - Forcing strict in-office rules risks talent loss

36:40 - Summary and concluding thoughts

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Brigette McInnis-Day, Chief People Officer at UiPath, to discuss How UiPath drives business value through automation and agile HR.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight and Introduction

01:30 - UiPath's mission to optimize work through automation

03:10 - Brigette's career journey in HR & passion for growth

06:30 - Key findings from UiPath's automation generation report

08:20 - Using automation to empower the workforce

10:40 - Automating HR processes to increase productivity

13:30 - Reorganizing talent functions to focus on experience

16:40 - Importance of embracing digital transformation in HR

18:50 - Role modelling HR automation for customers

22:20 - Training HR team members on automation skills

24:30 - Hacking HR processes through internal automationathons

26:40 - Prioritizing automation over waiting on HCM platforms

29:00 - Advice to future HR leaders on preparing for technology

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by Kelly Metcalf, Head of People Experience at Fujitsu, to discuss how Fujitsu are cultivating a culture of inclusivity and wellbeing.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Highlight and Introduction

01:20 - Kelly's Dual Roles at Fujitsu

03:13 - Connecting Inclusion & Wellbeing

06:19 - Practical Steps for an Inclusive Culture

11:17 - Addressing the Gender Pay Gap

15:28 - Benefits of Pay Gap Reporting

16:35 - Ongoing Inclusion Challenges

18:09 - Gen Z Reshaping Work Dynamics

18:59 - Linking DEI & Sustainability

21:50 - Fujitsu's Flexible Working Approach

26:38 - Supporting New Joiner Integration

29:55 - Excited About AI Possibilities

35:06 - Parting Advice on Living Purpose

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Nina Kontos, Senior Director of Global Internal Communications, Employee Experience & Learning at Axonius. Nina draws from her diverse background to provide fresh perspectives on fostering an engaged, informed workforce to discuss the crucial role of 'Why' in effective workplace communication.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction and overview

00:20 - Personal journey: from New Yorker to wine enthusiast

01:06 - The start in corporate America: sociology to public relations

02:12 - Google experience: internal comms and leadership roles

03:00 - Role at Axonius: global internal comms and employee experience

03:27 - Leadership, people practices, and communication: the three-legged stool

04:03 - Prioritizing key areas in a growing company

04:38 - Effective change management and communication strategies

05:07 - The importance of the 'why' in workplace communication

06:03 - Adapting communication to different audiences

07:01 - Benefits communication: making it clear and relatable

08:54 - Using technology for personalized employee experiences

10:03 - Humanizing corporate communication

11:00 - Managing communications in a remote work environment

12:03 - The role of HR in enhancing employee engagement

13:30 - Integrating consistency in company communications

14:01 - Building effective people practices and employee experience

15:03 - Overcoming challenges in remote team management

16:00 - The future of HR and employee experience

17:00 - Personalizing the employee journey with technology

18:50 - Implementing new health benefits and overcoming challenges

20:00 - Evolving role of HR in employee health and well-being

22:00 - Navigating the noise: effective communication in HR

23:00 - Closing remarks and key takeaways

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Michael Bungay Stanier, #1 thought leader and keynote speaker on leadership and coaching to talk about his book, How to Work with ‘Almost’ Anyone.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Highlight and Introduction

01:30 - Relationships drive success and happiness

03:10 - Signs of a great working relationship

06:30 - Understanding what puts someone in flow state

08:20 - Having a "keystone conversation"

10:40 - Asking and answering 5 powerful questions

13:30 - Learning from past good and bad relationships

16:40 - Taking responsibility for your role in bad relationships

18:50 - Principles for maintaining relationships

22:20 - Constantly adjusting and repairing

24:30 - Resetting fully when needed

26:40 - Reaching out first to have these conversations

29:00 - Key takeaways and resources

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Joris Luijke, former Chief People Officer of Atlassian and Squarespace and Co-founder of the Employee Communications & Experience Platform Pyn. He shared his thoughts on Employee Experiences and Moments You Can't Afford to Miss!

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction: Joris on automated support for managers

00:24 - Chris Rainey introduces Joris Luijke and the topics for the podcast

01:09 - Joris on his international background and professional journey

01:43 - The evolution of Joris' career from Atlassian to Pyn

04:09 - Discussing traditional manager training and its limitations

04:44 - The importance of timely support for managers in various scenarios

06:04 - Identifying key moments in employee journeys

07:59 - Manager enablement and its impact on team members

08:50 - Linking employee benefits and learning resources with Pyn

10:09 - The challenges of creating a custom employee experience manually

11:31 - The delayed adoption of automation in internal communication

12:33 - The increased need for targeted communication in remote and hybrid work

13:21 - Creating calmer organizations through automated support and reduced communication volume

14:32 - Targeting communication for multicultural awareness and inclusivity

15:33 - Impacting organizational culture through targeted communication

16:49 - Scaling culture in rapidly growing organizations

19:45 - Data integration in Pyn and its impact on employee journey

20:33 - Organizing moments that matter and creating employee journey maps

23:18 - The effectiveness of Pyn in employees' flow of work

24:23 - Demonstrating and measuring ROI with Pyn

26:46 - Joris' vision for the future of workplace support and employee confidence

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Tami Wolownik, Head of People & Organization, North America at Siemens Mobility. During the episode she shared how her organization focuses more on hiring for potential through a growth mindset.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight

00:55 - Tami's background and career journey

03:10 - Addressing the skills gap through local partnerships

05:20 - Hiring for growth mindset and potential

07:40 - Upskilling employees through continuous learning

10:10 - Using AI tools like Eightfold and Textio for hiring

12:30 - Fostering a culture of psychological safety

14:50 - Focusing on the full employee experience

17:10 - Leveraging people analytics to be predictive

19:30 - Advice for future HR leaders on embracing change

22:00 - Onboarding and engaging new employees

24:10 - Supporting employees through digital transformation

26:40 - Building an agile and innovative workforce

28:50 - Key takeaways and final thoughts

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Inga Staniūnė, Chief HR officer at Avia Solutions Group to discuss the strength of weakness: why vulnerability builds better leaders.

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Alex Bailey, CEO and Cofounder of Bailey & French . Alex dives into the critical importance of human-centric leadership in the age of AI. 

She shares insights on keeping the “human switch” turned on, balancing technology with essential people skills, and fostering psychological safety to unlock innovation. Alex also discusses how purpose and authenticity are key drivers in creating meaningful, impactful workplace cultures.

🎓 In this episode, Alex discusses:

1. Why psychological safety drives innovation
2. The role of purpose in impactful leadership
3. How to balance technology with human skills
4. How social imagination sets humans apart from AI

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by David Kim, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at NetApp to discuss The Truth About Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight and Introduction

01:30 - David's background

03:10 - Path to becoming Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer

05:00 - Understanding different needs for inclusivity

07:30 - Fostering inclusive environments

10:00 - The business perspective on DEI

12:40 - Measurable outcomes are crucial

15:20 - Future of DEI roles

17:50 - Convergence with culture and ESG roles

20:30 - Implementing practices for equity and belonging

23:10 - DEI as a competitive advantage

25:40 - Impact on talent, culture and leadership

28:20 - Goals for the future

30:50 - David's message for you

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As HR leaders, we carry a heavy burden supporting our people while often not tending to our own needs. In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, Jasmine Francis, Head of People & DEIB at Pliancy opened up in a raw, vulnerable way about the unspoken truth about trauma.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight & Introduction

00:22 - Jasmine's background in HR

01:30 - Struggling with having to hide her true self

03:40 - Feeling like two separate people at work vs in life

05:17 - Not realizing the severity of her mental health struggles

06:08 - Catalyst for starting to speak openly about her challenges

07:54 - Discovering her struggles stemmed from unresolved trauma

08:47 - Advice for others struggling silently

09:45 - Steps Jasmine took to prioritize her mental health

11:29 - Jasmine's experience working remotely during COVID

12:43 - Balancing personal challenges and responsibilities as an HR leader

14:23 - The power of vulnerability and authenticity for HR leaders

15:35 - Lifestyle changes like "breather days" to prevent burnout

16:41 - How the pandemic provided comfort from anxiety

18:05 - Tips for successful remote HR leadership

18:56 - Staying focused and intentional while working from home

20:07 - The importance of sharing mental health struggles

20:48 - Jasmine's advice to those who feel alone in their pain

21:42 - Conclusion and where to connect with Jasmine

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I spoke with Mita Mallick, author of "Reimagine Inclusion" and Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta. We covered many important topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in today's workplace.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction & Episode highlight

03:10 - Transitioning from CPG to tech startups

05:30 - Mita's role as CDO at Carta

07:40 - The importance of inclusion as a business driver

10:00 - Lack of diversity in marketing and product development

12:20 - Leaders need more humility and cross-cultural relationships

14:50 - Chris' experience entering the corporate world

17:00 - The day-to-day exclusion faced by underrepresented groups

19:30 - Listening, observing, and checking in on employees

21:30 - Evolving role of the chief diversity officer

24:00 - Assessing a company's DEI commitment before joining

26:30 - Practical tips for fostering inclusion as a leader

29:00 - Key takeaways from Mita's book

31:00 - Appreciation for Mita's support over the years

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined Steve Fleming, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at University College London. Steve illuminated the critical role of self-awareness and how developing this ability can enhance performance. He also shares insights from his new book: How the New Science of Self Awareness Gives Us the Edge.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction & episode highlight

00:36 - Steve's background

01:14 - Interest in metacognition

02:22 - The role of self-awareness

03:31 - Differences in self-awareness

03:35 - Is self-awareness innate?

04:39 - Development of self-awareness in children

06:03 - Metacognition vs. self-awareness

07:17 - Animal vs. human self-awareness

08:12 - Benefits of self-awareness

09:05 - Improving self-awareness

12:11 - Using affirmations to enhance self-awareness

12:28 - Self-awareness in animals

14:28 - Self-awareness and AI

17:05 - Outsourcing to AI impacts self-reflection

18:41 - Dreams and self-awareness

21:02 - Using affirmations while sleeping

23:16 - Additional resources

23:31 - Connecting with Steve

24:00 - Key takeaways and closing thoughts

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Maryjo Charbonnier, CHRO of Kyndryl, to discuss how she is leading a cultural transformation at the IT services spin-off from IBM. With 90,000 employees on day one, Kyndryl is the world's largest start-up undertaking rapid change.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction + episode highlight

01:30 - Spinning off from IBM

03:10 - Articulating the culture & values

06:30 - Effective change management

08:20 - Building the HR tech stack

10:40 - Supporting career growth

13:30 - Managing the team through change

16:40 - Key advice for future HR leaders

18:50 - The exciting future of HR

22:00 - Defining effective culture change

24:30 - Anchoring transformation in business priorities

27:00 - Change management recipe

29:30 - Communication and messaging

32:00 - Learning from past mistakes

34:30 - Maintaining work-life balance

37:00 - Leaving things better

39:00 - Final advice

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Terrence Cummings, Chief Opportunity Officer, and Kaley Klemp, Executive Coach in Residence from Guild, they offered insights into how their "career opportunity platform" is pioneering new approaches that develop talent and unlock potential.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction

01:30 - Their background and roles at Guild

03:10 - Guild's evolution as a company

05:00 - Conscious leadership framework

07:40 - Coaching for self-awareness and blind spots

09:50 - Growth through discomfort

12:30 - Operating in your zone of genius

14:50 - Taking 100% responsibility (no more, no less)

16:40 - Clean agreements prevent ambiguity

18:20 - The power of candor

20:30 - Slowly transforming team culture

22:00 - Practical ways to implement conscious leadership

24:00 - Resources for learning conscious leadership

25:30 - Connecting with Terrence and Kaley

27:00 - Wrap up

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Chandra Sanders, Founder & CEO of Heels N Hustle and Author, to discuss her insights on transforming talent strategies.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode highlight

01:30 - Chandra's background

03:00 - Pivoting careers over time

05:00 - Writing the book "The Essential Upgrade"

07:30 - Implementing skills-based hiring

10:00 - Assessing organizational skills gaps

12:00 - Benefits of skills-based hiring

14:30 - Cultivating a growth mindset

17:00 - Introspection and bringing whole self to work

19:30 - Continuous learning and development

21:00 - Reimagining talent practices

23:00 - Walking the talk on DEI

25:00 - Key takeaways for HR leaders

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Natalie Porter, Head of Culture and Employee Experience at NTT DATA UK. Natalie shared valuable insights on leading culture change and improving employee experience during a major integration of two large companies.

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Episode highlights

0:28 - Natalie provides background on her career journey in HR

01:03 - She discusses working externally as a consultant before moving into an internal role

01:55 - The value of bringing an external perspective into an internal role

02:53 - Importance of listening and understanding people are complex

03:06 - Using her experience to provide context on change initiatives

03:42 - Her role was created as part of the company integration

04:43 - Researching the culture and employee experience during integration

05:00 - Employees felt uncertainty and fear amidst constant change

05:57 - Wanting to redefine the culture and values post-integration

06:22 - Developing a new purpose statement and reinforcing values

07:29 - Challenges of leading culture change amidst other transformations

08:27 - Adapting to external forces like changes in remote work

09:34 - Focus on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

10:23 - Addressing challenges around DEI in tech

11:05 - Establishing inclusive foundations in policies and processes

12:26 - Encouraging allyship and engagement from all employees

13:25 - Advice for leaders on complexity of an integration journey

14:17 - Impact of changes on employee experience

15:01 - Excited about reconnecting people and bringing teams together

15:37 - Rebuilding connections lost during the pandemic

16:59 - Importance of 'soft skills' and relationships

18:12 - Conclusion and looking ahead to the next phase

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I spoke with Mridula Pore, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Peppy Health. Our conversation centred around how Peppy is supporting employees through underserved areas of health.

Mridula shared the Peppy origin story - how she and her co-founders saw a gap in the market to provide support for common health issues that affect people's ability to thrive at work, like fertility, parenthood, menopause, and more. Peppy partners with employers to provide their workforce access to specialist healthcare professionals to help navigate these challenges.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction & episode highlight

03:10 - Making the leap to startups

06:30 - What is Peppy and the problems it solves

08:20 - Meeting people where they are with virtual care

10:40 - Removing barriers to seeking help

13:30 - Supporting a multigenerational workforce

16:40 - Providing care at arm's length from employers

18:50 - Challenges implementing new health benefits

22:20 - Evolving role of HR in employee health

24:30 - Cutting through the noise as an HR leader

26:40 - Supporting families holistically

29:00 - Excited about the future of health and work

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I spoke with Jean Gomes, New York Times bestselling author and CEO of Outside. Our conversation centred around Jean's fascinating new book "Leading in a Non-Linear World: Building Wellbeing, Strategic and Innovation Mindsets for the Future."

Jean shares powerful insights from the latest scientific research on how our mindsets shape our realities. He explains that our mindsets are comprised of the frames we hold, the assumptions we make, and how we feel physically and emotionally in any given situation. Our mindsets act as a broker between our inner and outer worlds, mediating how we make sense of ourselves and navigate uncertainty.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction & highlight

01:30 - The Role of Mindset

02:00 - Defining Mindset

03:30 - Mindset as a Broker Between Interior and Exterior

05:40 - Measuring Interoceptive Accuracy

06:30 - Physical Intelligence as a Resource

08:20 - Emotions as Signals

10:08 - Meeting People's Needs in Organizations

11:00 - Shifting to a Sufficiency Mindset

12:30 - The Role of AI in Meeting Needs

14:10 - Driving Change Through Partnerships

15:12 - Understanding Middle Managers

16:32 - The Power of Awareness in Leaders

17:53 - Chapter 3: Well-being and Inclusive Cultures

18:27 - Improving Team Well-Being

19:02 - Fostering Inclusive Cultures

22:06 - Strengthening Mind-Body Connection

23:51 - Achieving Flow States

25:41 - Learning From Experiences

27:13 - Conclusion: Bringing Mindset Into Organizations

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Casey Bailey, Head of People at Deel. Casey shares how Deel’s fully distributed team across 110+ countries thrives on trust, autonomy, and clarity.

She dives into the importance of intentional hiring, hyper-localized compensation, and building a strong company culture in a fully remote environment. Casey also explains how HR leaders can balance global complexity with empathy, empowering teams to work asynchronously while maintaining engagement and high performance.

🎓 In this episode, Casey discusses:

1. Managing compliance, onboarding, and cultural complexity at a global scale.
2. Practical strategies for avoiding burnout in an “always-on” remote work culture.
3. Why intentional hiring and clear company values are critical for remote team success.
4. The importance of hyper-localized compensation for ensuring fair and equitable pay globally.

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Prince Abraham, Vice President and Global Head - Rewards Development and Mobility at Novo Nordisk.

We discussed how Novo Nordisk is reimagining talent mobility and moving away from traditional relocation to more flexible, employee-focused approaches.

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Episode highlights

00:00 Introduction and Episode highlight

03:20 Novo Nordisk's talent mobility journey

05:50 Virtual work options approach

08:00 Implementing a virtual hubs model

10:48 Supporting managers of remote teams

13:02 Taking a local market fit approach

16:48 Increased business agility

18:04 The mobility partner model

20:30 Leveraging AI for Self-Service

22:12 Excited for the future of virtual work

24:18 Key takeaways

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Ross Thornley, Author, Keynote Speaker on Adaptability & The Future of Work. Co-Founder of AQai.

The pace of change in the world today is faster than ever before. Expertise that once took decades to accumulate can become irrelevant in months. To thrive in this environment, we need to upgrade our operating system, both as individuals and organizations.

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Episode highlights

0:00 Intro and episode highlight

01:13 Welcoming Ross to the show

01:36 Ross' background in graphic design and business

03:28 Transformation through coaching

03:32 Ross' book - A new operating system for change

05:36 What is Adaptability Quotient (AQ)?

10:37 Why failing should be celebrated

13:44 HR's role in adaptability and innovation

15:38 Is AI ready to take over compliance?

17:04 AI's impact on innovation

21:42 Collaboration vs competition

23:28 Imagination over knowledge

25:22 The pace of change is accelerating

26:23 Balancing paradoxes - finding calm within chaos

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In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Lara Pyko, Chief People Officer at Mendix, to discuss the challenges of scaling a startup into an enterprise.

Lara shares how Mendix rapidly grew from a small startup to a global company, expanding headcount exponentially. She emphasizes the need to balance maintaining startup culture while implementing necessary processes and infrastructure.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction and episode highlight

02:55 - The challenges of transitioning from a startup to a larger entity

03:54 - The moment a startup becomes a scale-up

05:37 -The significance of a well-structured onboarding process

15:16 - The importance of feedback and understanding organizational challenges

16:27 - How to adapt your talent strategy as your company grows

22:21 - How to capture and measure key moments in an employee's journey

24:27 - Lara shares her enthusiasm for a data-driven approach in HR

25:17 - Lara offers advice for HR leaders entering start-ups or scale-ups

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In this special episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by my guests Marshall Goldsmith, two-time winner of the Thinkers 50 Award and founder of the 100 Coaches, Scott Osman, Co-Founder & CEO and Jacquelyn Lane, President at 100 Coaches Agency.

Becoming Coachable calls on leaders to invest in their own growth and development to propel their impact. If you're ready to unlock your full potential, this book provides the roadmap.

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Episode highlights

00:00 Episode introduction

01:05 The inspiration behind the book

05:27 What it means to become coachable

06:20 Being open to change

07:03 Taking feedback

07:28 Taking action

08:24 The importance of accountability

11:53 Coaching for better leadership and better life

13:34 Who can benefit from coaching

21:42 Overcoming barriers to being coachable

24:20 The loneliness at the top

27:37 We all need help and support

29:20 Start your coaching journey

30:37 Key takeaways

31:14 Resources for getting a coach

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Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming careers and workplaces, according to Yazad Dalal, Managing Director at Accenture, on a recent episode of the HR Leaders Podcast.

Yazad believes the doom and gloom predictions about AI stealing jobs are overblown.

"Historically, innovations like the calculator and Microsoft Office did not lead to mass unemployment, but rather opened up new types of jobs.

Don't miss this insightful discussion on how AI is transforming work.

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Episode highlights

00:00 Episode highlight and introduction

04:18 How generative AI will revolutionise work

07:06 New jobs created by AI

09:25 Using AI in the flow of work

11:25 AI industry applications

12:24: Developing centres of excellence for AI

16:40 Common themes he hears from clients around AI

19:01 Augmenting skills with AI tools

20:11 Accenture's $3B AI Investment

21:15 How AI will influence managers decision-making

22:25 Giving up privacy for productivity

25:03 The Argonaut analogy for AI

29:01 The opportunity for critical thinkers

31:43 What all this mean for Accenture

33:52 Embracing AI as an opportunity

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In this episode, I'm joined by Aneta Jajkowska, Senior Director, People & Organisational Partner, Northern Europe at Dassault Systèmes shares how her company is driving change towards a more sustainable future.

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Episode highlights

00:00 Episode highlight and Introduction

00:56 Aneta's HR Journey

02:09 Sustainability in Business

03:03 Key Takeaways from Sustainability Course

04:42 Translating Learning into HR Work

06:01 Tracking Sustainability Progress

08:11 Prioritizing Sustainability Initiatives

09:30 Engaging Employees on Sustainability

11:15 Effective Sustainability Communication

13:21 Diversity and Inclusion for Sustainability

15:15 Generational Perspectives on Sustainability

17:12 Building a Next Generation Advisory Board

19:02 Learning from Younger Generations

20:26 Leading by Example on Sustainability

22:05 Advice for HR Leaders for the future

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In this episode, I'm joined by Allison Pinkham, Chief Human Resources Officer at Galderma to discuss how she led a transformation of HR into an outcome-focused function aligned to business goals.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Meet Allison and intro highlight

07:18 - Optimizing Recruitment with Data Analytics

09:30 - Importance of Metrics in HR

13:47 - Establishing a Common Language for Leaders

14:04 - Promoting Company Values with Employee Quotes

14:30 - Aligning External Promotions with Internal Experiences

17:03 - Emphasizing Transparency in Management

18:23 - Reception and Challenges of New HR Initiatives

19:44 - The Fast-Paced Nature of Galderma

21:17 - The Need for Agility in Business Planning

21:53 - Adapting Plans to Real-World Conditions

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Cheryl DeSantis, Chief People Officer at National Veterinary Associates.

Cheryl offers thoughtful insights on overcoming limiting beliefs, leading with curiosity, creating psychological safety, and helping teams thrive. She explains the meaning behind "steel backbone, soft heart" and gives practical tips for developing empathy and resilience.

Tune in for an uplifting and empowering conversation about the future of leadership.

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Episode highlights

00:30 - The Journey to Heart-Centered Leadership

02:00 - Aligning Your Why, Purpose and Values

05:00 - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

10:00 - Developing Courage and Vulnerability

15:00 - Creating Psychological Safety at Work

20:00 - Practising Empathy and Inclusion

25:00 - Owning and Sharing Your Story

30:00 - Resilience as a Superpower

35:00 - Driving Business Results with Heart

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Christian Schmeichel, SVP & Chief Future of Work Officer at SAP.

Learn how SAP is reimagining work across three key dimensions - future workforce, future people practices, and the future of HR.

Christian discusses planning for an evolving workforce composition, SAP's empowering flexwork policy, and the emphasis on mental health and mindfulness. He also provides perspective on HR trends like leveraging AI and chatbots while retaining the human touch. Christian believes this is a once in a generation opportunity to shape the future of work and live in new ways.

This is a can't-miss episode for all leaders preparing their organizations for what's ahead.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Meet Christian and podcast highlight

04:49 - SAP's future workforce planning including more gig workers, AI and robots.

23:03 - Why we should prioritize future of work initiatives

23:55 - Future of work beyond flex work

24:44 - The Future of HR, reimagining how HR functions need to operate in the future

31:10 - Christian emphasizes retaining the human touch in HR

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Caoimhe Keogan, Chief People Officer at Aveva, to discuss How Aveva Built a Unified Culture after M&A. Caoimhe delves deep into Aveva's journey post-M&A, emphasizing the pivotal role of relationship-building and trust in shaping a unified organizational culture.

The episode also touches upon the rapidly changing dynamics in CSR and ESG and their implications for the modern workplace. A highlight of this episode is the candid discussion on the mounting pressures and challenges faced by HR leaders, with many choosing alternative career paths. Join us for a deep dive into the intricacies of organizational transformation and the evolving role of HR.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Episode preview and introduction to Caoimhe

07:24 - Aveva's post-M&A journey

11:26 - How do you articulate and establish new values?

10:24 - How do you prioritize cultural styles?

20:09 - Why is the action for good programme significant?

27:06 - Challenges HR Leaders Face - Burnout and walkouts

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Steve Degnan, Advisor, Board Member, and Former CHRO of Nestlé Purina PetCare. Steve shares his unfiltered perspective on HR leadership, discussing the importance of resilience, embracing discomfort for growth, and transforming HR into a strategic powerhouse.

He provides insights into balancing strategic business priorities with employee well-being and navigating challenges like hybrid work and tough organizational decisions. Steve also emphasizes the critical role of humor and grit in thriving as an HR leader.

🎓 In this episode, Steve discusses:

1. The realities of HR leadership
2. Earning respect as an HR leader
3. How to embrace discomfort for growth
4. Balancing strategy with employee well-being

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by Tara O'Brien, who is Recruitment Strategist & Creator of the 'Hiring for Success TA Development Program and Head Of Resourcing at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Don’t miss Tara’s practical tips and valuable insights on how to optimize the candidate journey for attracting, converting and retaining top talent. Her advice is useful for anyone involved in shaping their organization's recruitment strategy.

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Episode highlights

00:00 - Introduction: High Converting Candidates & Barriers to Entry

00:46 - Welcome & Guest Introduction: Tara O'Brien

01:26 - Tara's Journey: From Agency to In-house Recruitment

09:43 - Importance of Memorable Candidate Experience

10:47 - Creating a High Converting Candidate Journey

15:58 - First Step: Right Employer Brands & Candidate Value Proposition

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Loic Michele, HR Tech & Future of Work Entrepreneur and CEO and Co-founder at 365Talents.

In our conversation Loic underscores the advantages of a skills-first approach enhanced by AI in organizations, including boosted employee retention and engagement. He elaborates on AI's potential in crafting job descriptions and skills benchmarking, yet highlights the necessity of human validation. 

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Episode highlights

03:45 - Discussion on transforming businesses through skills and work management.

15:08 - Focus on generative AI and its integration into their platform

31:30 - Embedding services into the flow of work

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Angela Roseboro, who is a Culture Transformation Leader, Tech Executive, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategist and Former Chief Diversity Officer at Riot Games, DropBox and Jones Lang LaSalle.

Angela shares valuable insights from her career, discussing the importance of influence, leadership, and resilience in the DEI space. We also touch on the challenges and opportunities of incorporating DEI principles into AI systems.

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Episode highlights

8:47 - Angela underscores DEI as a business necessity, urging CEOs to show committed leadership

22:08 - The importance of diverse perspectives in AI development to prevent biases

24:03 - The need for inclusion and diverse perspectives in decision-making, using an H&M example

25:39 - Angela scepticism about merging DEI discussions with sustainability and purpose

30:16 - How to embrace fear and failure, living one's truth, and overcome imposter syndrome

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In this episode, I'm joined by Cari Bohley, VP Talent Management at Peraton.

During the episode Cari shares how Peraton are using a human centric, AI-Assisted talent marketplace to upskill and reskilling their 17,000 employees, build diverse talent pipelines and source hard-to-find talent.

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Episode highlights

How Peraton use an AI-assisted talent marketplace to upskill their 17,000 employees

The Role of Inclusivity in Talent Acquisition

How to secure leadership buy-In for HR tech implementation

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In this episode, I'm joined by Ben Higgins - Managing Director, UK Head of HR at Société Générale to discuss the 4 stages of hybrid work.

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Episode highlights

- How Covid Changed HR forever

- The 4 stages of Hybrid Work

- Why EQ is more important than IQ in leadership

- How Société Générale are fostering Diversity and Inclusion at every level of the organisations for it’s 117,000 employees

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In this episode, I'm joined by Stephanie Kramer, Chief Human Resources Officer at L'oreal to discuss Carry Strong: An Empowered Approach to Navigating Pregnancy and Work.

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Episode highlights

- How personal experiences, including pregnancy loss and the transition to parenthood, can impact relationships and work-life balance

- How supportive work environments and proper training for leaders can help manage employees' pregnancy and parental leaves effectively

- How open discussions about pregnancy at work can foster a more inclusive and understanding workplace culture

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Dr. Stacie Graham, Global Director - Racial Equity Programme at WPP.

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Episode highlights

- WPP’s commitment to invest $30 million over three years for inclusion and racial equity programmes and supporting external organisations

- Why leaders should be good at managing disagreements and should encourage open discussions

- Diversity Conversations: Everyone, not just minorities, should be involved in talks about racism and sexism

- Stacie Talks about how past family traumas can affect how people behave at work

- How AI can stop ads from showing up in harmful online spaces

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Colm O'Cuinneain, the General Manager EMEA & Global Talent Maker at Greenhouse Software, to discuss how to be a Talent Maker and win through inclusive hiring.

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Episode highlights

- How to become a Talent Maker and use it to your advantage

- How to build a people first culture

- How to attract, hire and create a world-class candidate experience to supercharge business growth

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Sarah Brown, Corporate Director of People at Virgin Hotels, to discuss the JEDI Initiative: a new standard of DE&I in hospitality.

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Episode highlights

- Unlock Potential Program is disrupting the prison pipeline and providing meaningful job opportunities

- Autism checked trains hotel staff to assist individuals with neurodivergent or hidden disabilities

- JEDI Initiative focuses on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

- Virgin Hotels' commitment to being good partners to their communities and the world

- The challenges faced by the hospitality industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how Virgin Hotels managed to navigate through these difficult times while maintaining their commitment to their employees and their core values.

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In this episode I'm joined by Amy Mosher, Chief People Officer at isolved.

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Episode highlights

- On-demand pay is reducing financial stress and boosting productivity

- HR professionals navigate economic downturns and leverage opportunities

- HR executives shape company culture and handle high-stress roles

- User feedback is driving product development in HR tech

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Richard Letzelter, CHRO at Acino. Richard dives into the critical role of cultural adaptability and authentic leadership in shaping high-performing teams.

He shares practical insights on balancing global business demands with people-centric strategies, fostering resilience in fast-changing environments, and taking deliberate career risks to unlock growth. Richard also discusses how leaders can cultivate self-awareness to harness their innate talents and drive meaningful impact.

🎓 In this episode, Richard discusses:

1. How cultural adaptability shapes leadership and fosters inclusivity.
2. Balancing global business demands with people-centered strategies.
3. Why taking career risks can lead to professional and personal growth.
4. The importance of self-awareness and authentic leadership in building trust.

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On today’s episode, I'm joined by Laurence Galland, Chief People Officer at Exclusive Networks.

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Episode Highlights:

- How Exclusive Networks are Nurturing the Next Generation of Cyber Security Professionals

- How the Exclusive Academy is helping to bridge the talent gap

- And the key strategies they are using to attract more women into cybersecurity

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In this episode, we are joined by Ulrika Biesèrt, Global People and Culture Manager at Ingka Group, IKEA.

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Episode Highlights:

- How IKEA Assembled their People - First Culture and Values

- How The have Created An Environment Where Employees Can Thrive

- How they are building an inclusive and diverse workplace that represents the

communities and customers they serve

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In this episode, we are joined by Nikki Humphrey, Chief People Officer at Virgin Group.

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Episode Highlights:

- How Virgin Group are Putting People at the Heart of Business

- How they have embraced the future of work and introduced a values-led approach to flexible working

- How their Dyslexic Thinking Campaign Transformed the Narrative around Dyslexia

- How Virgin Voyages have Disrupted the Cruise Industry's Working Standards

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