Future of HR
The Future of HR is the only podcast whose mission is to inspire the next generation of HR Leaders. In each episode, JP Elliott interviews successful HR executives and thought leaders who share their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice on how to take our field and your career to the next level. If you are a next-gen HR leader looking to fast-track your career, this is the podcast for you.
Tue, April 29, 2025
“Next-Gen Practices in Talent & Learning” with Jennifer Van Iersel, Pacific Life, Joshua Remerowski, SRS Distribution, & Peter Price, Providence Health System
What does it mean to be a "Next-Gen Disruptor" in HR? Find out in this special episode of "Future of HR" podcast where I'm introducing our new series called "Next-Gen Disruptors!” This series focuses on next-gen HR leaders who are making a difference in their organizations with their innovative approaches to talent and their impressive results. Today, we are fortunate to have three next-gen HR leaders sharing the great work they are doing in talent acquisition and learning & development. Here's what you'll learn in this episode: "How Agile Transformed Talent Acquisition at Pacific Life" - with Jennifer Van Iersel, Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Pacific Life "How Keeping L&D Simple, Fun, and Relevant Drives Frontline Engagement" - with Joshua Remerowski, VP Learning & Development, SRS Distribution "How Providence Recruited 5K+ Boomerang Hires in Two Years" - with Peter Price, Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition Brand and Marketing at Providence Health System Connecting with Jennifer, Joshua, or Peter: Connect with Peter Price on LinkedIn Connect with Joshua Remerowski on LinkedIn Connect with Jennifer Van Iersel on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.
Tue, April 22, 2025
“How Employee Centricity Drives Business Success” with Stephan Meier, Chair and Professor at Columbia Business School & Author of 'The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Help Business Thrive'
How can you create a more employee centric culture? Why do companies that invest in employee experience consistently outperform their competitors? My guest on this episode is Stephan Meier, Professor at Columbia Business School & author of 'The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Help Business Thrive'. During our conversation Stephan and I discuss: Why employees care about more than just money when it comes to their jobs—the same way customers care about more than just price. How investing in employee experience drives innovation, reduces costs, and significantly boosts retention. Why designing "just right" challenges that stretch but don't overwhelm employees is crucial for engagement. How strategic choices around generative AI can enhance rather than diminish human contribution and engagement. Connecting with Stephan: Connect with Stephan Meier on LinkedIn Learn more about the “The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Help Business Thrive” Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.
Tue, April 15, 2025
“Recoding Culture: The Mastercard Way” with Lucrecia Borgonovo, Chief Talent and Organizational Effectiveness Officer, Mastercard & Michael Lennartz, Executive Vice President, Total Rewards, Mastercard
How can skills power internal mobility and personalized development? When it comes to recoding your culture, why is it important to measure both the “what” and the “how?” My guests on this episode are Lucrecia Borgonovo, Chief Talent and Organizational Effectiveness Officer, Mastercard & Michael Lennartz, Executive Vice President, Total Rewards, Mastercard During our conversation Lucrecia, Michael, and I discuss: The steps Mastercard took to evolve their culture and refresh their "Mastercard Way." How "The Mastercard Way" aligns the company’s strategic objectives to with employee behaviors. Why the "Mastercard Way" framework uses the power of three and measures on the “what” and the “how.” Why skills are the new currency for career progression at Mastercard. How Mastercard’s AI-driven talent marketplace is transforming internal mobility and personalized development. Connecting with Lucrecia and Michael: Connect with Lucrecia on LinkedIn Connect with Michael on LinkedIn Episode Sponsors: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.
Tue, April 08, 2025
"Skills-Based Learning: How J&J Puts People First” with Christina Norris-Watts, Head of Assessment & People Practices at Johnson & Johnson
How can you take a human-first approach to skills-based learning? Why should you have a clear business case before implementing skills-based talent initiatives? My guest on this episode is Christina Norris-Watts, Head of Assessment & People Practices at Johnson & Johnson During our conversation Christina and I discuss: Why Christina says transitioning to a skills-based organization is like eating your brussels sprouts. The strategic approach Johnson & Johnson took to implement skills-based talent initiatives across the organization. How the J&J Credo shaped their distinctive “human-first” strategy for creating personalized learning and development paths. The way J&J's innovative learning platform successfully integrates the three E's: Experience, Exposure, and Education. Advice for HR leaders beginning their skills journey including where to start and challenges to avoid. Connecting with Christina: Connect with Christina Norris-Watts on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.
Tue, April 01, 2025
“Building a Fit for Purpose Company” with Lisa Chang, EVP & Chief People Officer, The Coca-Cola Company
How can you build a fit for purpose company? Why should you get comfortable asking for help? My guest on this episode is Lisa Chang, EVP & Chief People Officer, The Coca-Cola Company During our conversation Lisa and I discuss: How asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather sign of strength. Why HR leaders must focus on creating value through talent and organizational capabilities. How Coca-Cola is embracing a “Head, Heart, Hand” strategy to optimize and deploy AI technologies. Why HR functions need to embrace the manta of “progress over perfection.” The concept of people sustainability and its importance for long-term organizational success. Connecting with Lisa: Connect with Lisa Chang on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.
Tue, March 25, 2025
“Executive Coaching: The HR Leader’s Edge” with Muriel Wilkins, CEO Advisor & Executive Coach, Host of HBR podcast - Coaching Real Leaders, Founder Paravis Partners
How can you help leaders recognize and overcome their blind spots? What is a "signature voice” and why it is important in developing executive presence? My guest on this episode is Muriel Wilkins, CEO Advisor & Executive Coach, Host of HBR podcast - Coaching Real Leaders, Founder Paravis Partners During our conversation Muriel and I discuss: The biggest challenges highly successful executives face including scaling their leadership and becoming victims of their own past success. Why understanding both context and desired outcomes is critical when coaching leaders. Key insights from her book "Own the Room" and how developing a "signature voice" is essential for establishing your leadership presence. Why leadership presence isn't an innate quality as many believe, but rather a skill that can be deliberately cultivated. Practical advice for HR leaders on building credibility and delivering tough feedback effectively to senior executives. Connecting with Muriel: Connect with Muriel Wilkins on LinkedIn Learn more about Muriel’s firm, Paravis Partners Pre-Order her newest book, Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential. Episode Sponsor & Resources: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that
Tue, March 18, 2025
“How to Become a Board-Ready CHRO” with Marcia Avedon, 3X CHRO, Board Director, Human Capital Expert, and Executive Coach
How can you establish credibility and build trusting relationships in your first 90 days? What separates HR leaders who secure board seats from those who don't? My guest on this episode is Marcia Avedon, 3X CHRO, Board Director, Human Capital Expert, and Executive Coach During our conversation Marcia and I discuss: Why great leaders spot potential in others before they see it in themselves. How the role of the CHRO has evolved from to be seen as strategic business partner and valued board member. Practical strategies for HR leaders to position themselves for board opportunities. Why effective communication is the cornerstone of successful organizational transformation. How new CHROs can establish credibility and build meaningful relationships in their first 90 days Connecting with Marcia: Connect with Marcia Avedon on LinkedIn Episode Sponsors & Resources: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this once a year, 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.
Mon, March 10, 2025
“Up Close & Personal with Dave Ulrich,” Dave Ulrich, Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group
How do you get certain in an uncertain world? Why is seeking out variance in your life the key to personal and professional growth? My guest on this episode is the one and only Dave Ulrich, Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group In our conversation, Dave opens up about his personal journey and shares insights that have guided his influential career as we discuss... How his parents' values shaped his view that work is an opportunity, not a burden Why a pivotal college course redirected him from law to a groundbreaking career in HR The importance of building on existing knowledge rather than reinventing HR concepts His personal motto "the best is yet to come" and how it drives continuous learning Why embracing variance in thinking leads to personal growth and innovation in HR practices Connecting with Dave: Connect with Dave Ulrich on LinkedIn Sign up for Dave’s LinkedIn newsletter here Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this a flexible 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, March 04, 2025
“You’re the Boss: Becoming the Manager You Want to Be” Sabina Nawaz, Executive Coach and author, “You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need)”
How does the combination of pressure and power impact a leader’s behavior? What can HR leaders do to help their managers to be better bosses? My guest on this episode is Sabina Nawaz, Executive Coach and author, “You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need)” During our conversation Sabina and I discuss: Why pressure, not power alone, makes leaders behave poorly and what leaders can do about it Simple ways to set healthy work limits even when bosses expect too much Why communication breakdowns happen and practical ways to fix them How the "shut up exercise" helps leaders listen more and talk less, leading to better team results Why the skills that got you promoted might be seen differently once you're in a leadership role Connecting with Sabina: Connect with Sabina Nawaz on LinkedIn Learn more about her book: You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need) Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this a flexible 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, February 25, 2025
“In the Age of AI: Leaders Make the Future” with Bob Johansen, Distinguished Fellow at Institute for the Future (IFTF), Gabe Cervantes, Director, Scalable Foresight, IFTF, and Jeremy Kirshbaum, CEO, Handshake, a generative AI consultancy
How do we want our leaders, our organizations, and HR to be augmented by AI? Why is generative AI an historic opportunity for HR leaders to shape the future of work and leadership? My guests on this episode are Bob Johansen, Distinguished Fellow at Institute for the Future (IFTF), Gabe Cervantes, Director, Scalable Foresight, IFTF, and Jeremy Kirshbaum, CEO, Handshake, a generative AI consultancy who go deep into their new book, Leaders Make the Future: 10 New Skills to Humanize Leadership with Generative AI” During our conversation Bob, Gabe, and Jeremy and I discuss: How "future-backed thinking" helps leaders craft bold 10-year visions for their organizations. The shift from a VUCA world (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) to a BANI future (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, Incomprehensible), and its implications for leaders. What early aviation's breakthroughs can teach us about managing AI innovation today and tomorrow. The rise of "smart mobs and agentic swarms" and how these new team structures will blend AI and human talent at scale. How HR can shape an AI-enabled workplace that keeps humans at the center. Connecting with Bob, Gabe and Jeremy: Connect with Bob Johansen on LinkedIn Connect with Gabe Cervantes on LinkedIn Connect with Jeremy Kirshbaum on LinkedIn Learn more about “ Leaders Make the Future: 10 New Skills to Humanize Leadership with Generative AI ” Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this a flexible 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders. HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Wed, February 19, 2025
“The Art & Science of Agile HR” with Riina Hellström, Founder, Agile HR Community
How can you embrace an Agile HR mindset? Why is Agile HR a better approach to delivering value than our traditional methodologies? My guest on this episode is Riina Hellström, Founder, Agile HR Community During our conversation Riina and I discuss: How Agile HR can revolutionizing HR's approach to value delivery How small-scale pilots before full rollouts leads to better HR solutions that actually stick. Why cross-functional teams are the secret sauce for transforming everything from onboarding to performance management. How co-creating HR programs with employees dramatically boosts both buy-in and results. How HR can shift from traditional metrics to product-focused KPIs that showcase real impact. Connecting with Riina: Connect with Riina Hellström on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders Elevate 2025 - Learn more about this a flexible 3-week virtual program focused on taking your strategic capabilities and business impact to the next level with 16 interactive sessions led by 18 HR thought leaders.
Tue, February 11, 2025
“Rethinking How Top Teams Work” with Wanda Wallace, Managing Partner of Leadership Forum and Darren Overfield, EVP, Coaching & Consulting at Kaiser Leadership Solutions
How do the most effective leadership teams really make decisions? Why do traditional approaches to team effectiveness often fail? My guests on this episode are Wanda Wallace, Managing Partner of Leadership Forum and Darren Overfield, EVP, Coaching & Consulting at Kaiser Leadership Solutions During our conversation Wanda, Darren and I discuss: Why traditional ideas about executive team effectiveness often fail in the real world. The surprising discovery that “cliques” and subgroups in executive teams can actually help, not hurt, team effectiveness. Why transparency is critical to reducing conflict and improving team dynamics. How effective top teams “zoom in and zoom out” to encourage collaboration and healthy debates. How HR leaders can guide their leaders in creating natural “hubs” that result in high-performing teams. Connecting with Wanda & Darren: Connect with Wanda Wallace & Darren Overfield on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, February 04, 2025
“Boldly Leading Change” with Monique Herena, Chief Colleague Experience Officer at American Express
How can you create a culture that embraces change? Why is it critical to build leaders at levels of your organization? My guest on this episode is Monique Herena, Chief Colleague Experience Officer at American Express. During our conversation Monique and I discuss: Monique's philosophy on taking career leaps and the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone. Why American Express refers to their team members as colleagues and invests in improving the “colleague experience” each and every day. Why their framework for winning is the north star for their business strategy and culture How American Express is building enterprise leaders at all levels of the organization. Why next-gen HR leaders should embrace change and adopt a mindset of continuous learning and improvement. Connecting with Monique: Connect with Monique Herena on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, January 28, 2025
“Making Work Fair” with Siri Chilazi, Leading Gender Equality & DEI Researcher, Co-Author of 'Make Work Fair’
How can we make work more fair? Why should fairness be embedded in all core HR processes? My guest on this episode is Siri Chilazi, Leading Gender Equality & DEI Researcher, Co-Author of 'Make Work Fair’ During our conversation Siri and I discuss: Why fairness in the workplace creates better outcomes for both the organization and the individual. Why it's more effective to focus on changing behaviors and systems rather than attempting to debias people. Why fairness is a collective responsibility, not just for HR professionals. The importance of fairness should be embedded in every core HR process. Why transparency is a key enabler of ensuring fairness in the workplace. Connecting with Siri: Connect with Siri Chilazi on LinkedIn or visit her Siri’s website Learn more about her new book, Making Work Fair Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, January 21, 2025
“Essential: Creating a New Human Powered Leadership” with Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute @ Upwork, Christie Smith, Founder of The Humanity Studio; co-authors of Essential"
What does it mean to be an “Essential Leader” in the future of work? What is a “gray collar” job and why are they the future for many industries? My guest on this episode is Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute @ Upwork, Christie Smith, Founder of The Humanity Studio During our conversation Kelly, Christie, and I discuss: Why designing "unicorn jobs" is hurting both candidates and organizations - and what to do instead. The rise of "gray collar" jobs jobs—a blend of white and blue-collar skills and what this means for the future of work. Why employee agency and autonomy are non-negotiable elements for building high-performing cultures in today's workplace. Why leaders need to spend more time identifying the work that needs to be done by a human and what work should be done with AI Why “Essential Leaders” of the future will have to focus on their teams, not themselves. Connecting with Kelly and Christie: Connect with Kelly Monahan and Christie Smith on LinkedIn Learn more about their new book, Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, January 14, 2025
“Building a Trust-Driven Culture” with Carolyn Roach, Chief Human Resources Officer, XPO
How can you build a culture where employees feel valued and heard? Why is acting on feedback critical to building trust and improving business performance? My guest on this episode is Carolyn Roach, Chief Human Resources Officer, XPO During our conversation Carolyn and I discuss: How XPO aligns its HR strategy to support and drive business strategy. Why XPO's approach to listening, actioning, building trust, and recognition creates a culture where employees feel valued and heard. How XPO translates employee feedback into concrete action plans, creating a culture where team members know their voices drive real organizational change. How XPO is leveraging communications and recognition to strengthen their company culture. Carolyn's advice to HR leaders whose organizations are undergoing transformational change. Connecting with Carolyn: Connect with Carolyn Roach on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, January 07, 2025
“Human-First: Demystifying AI in Hiring” with Lindsey Zuloaga, Chief Data Scientist, HireVue
How will AI shape the future of hiring from a candidate and company perspective? How can AI to help us assess skills and human potential in the hiring process? My guest on this episode is Lindsey Zuloaga, Chief Data Scientist, HireVue During our conversation Lindsey and I discuss: Why she calls herself a techno-realist and what that means. Why it is a misconception that AI, not humans make the final hiring decisions How evaluating and testing AI tools can prevent falling prey to overhyped, ineffective solutions. The potential of AI to remove traditional biases in the hiring process. How focusing on potential and assessing skills over past experience can transform hiring practices. Connecting with Lindsey: Connect with Lindsey Zuloaga on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.
Tue, December 24, 2024
“Best of 2024" featuring the top insights and moments of Future of HR podcast in 2024
The “Best of 2024” episode features sixteen don’t miss moments from HR executives and thought leaders... So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode? Rhonda Morris, CHRO, Chevron Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor Stanford University and Author of 16 books including the “7 Rules of Power Kerrie Peraino, Chief People Officer at Verily Kevin Wilde, Executive Leadership and Talent Development Expert & Author Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute at Upwork Dave Ulrich, Bob Eichinger, and Allan Church Lybra Clemons, a C-Suite executive with experience leading talent, culture, and DEI Shaun Mayo, Chief People Officer, Arizona Cardinals Football Club Amy Kates, Organization Design Expert, Consultant, Educator, and Author of Five Books Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory & Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina Jordana Kammerud, SVP & CHRO, Corning Lucien Alziari, EVP and CHRO of Prudential Financial, Inc Ginger King, CHRO, Kohler Co. Tim Richmond, EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer, AbbVie Stephanie Lilak, EVP & Chief People Officer, Mondelez International Prasad Setty, Lecturer, Stanford GSB, Advisor, Former VP at Google, People Ops and Workspace Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, December 17, 2024
"How to Build an ROI Mindset” with Jackson Lynch, CHRO at Sunnova and founder of the “Talent Sherpa” newsletter
Why do HR leaders need to be talent mavens, employee advocates, and company defenders? How can you shift from a cost mindset to a return on investment mindset? My guest on this episode is Jackson Lynch, CHRO at Sunnova and founder of the “Talent Sherpa” newsletter During our conversation Jackson and I discuss: Why you need to meet the business where it is and not where you wish it would be. Why CHROs and CEOs need to be aligned on 'what good looks like' for an effective partnership. The three essential 'hats' HR leaders must wear: Talent Maven, Employee Advocate, and Company Defender. The role of business acumen in enabling HR leaders to predict outcomes and shape future work strategies. Why HR leaders need to shift from a cost to a return on investment mindset. Connecting with Jackson: Connect with Jackson Lynch on LinkedIn Learn more or subscribe to Jackson’s newsletter, Talent Sherpa Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, December 10, 2024
“Investing in Frontline Leaders” with Monica Rothgery, Friend of the Frontline Leader, Speaker and Author of Lessons from the Drive-Thru
How can HR advocate and support their front-line leaders? Why is it a smart investment to develop your front-line leaders and team members? My guest on this episode is Monica Rothgery, Friend of the Frontline Leader, Speaker and Author of “Lessons from the Drive-Thru.” During our conversation Monica and I discuss: Monica's unique career journey at Yum Brands, progressing from restaurant manager to training leader to Chief Operating Officer for KFC in Thailand and the U.S. Her mission to help elevate, support, and develop front-line leaders across the world The importance of organizations developing management training programs that emphasize leadership, decision-making, and team empowerment The critical role of face-to-face training and mentorship for frontline leaders How HR leaders can ensure frontline leaders' voices are heard, even when they are not in the room. Connecting with Monica: Connect with Monica Rothgery on LinkedIn Learn more about Monica and her work elevating front-line leaders Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, December 03, 2024
“Servant Leadership: Service to Strength” with Angela Cheng-Cimini, CHRO, Board Director, AAPI Champion, & Keynote Speaker
How can you balance the three roles of being an HR leader? What does it mean to be a servant HR leader? My guest on this episode is Angela Cheng-Cimini, CHRO, Board Director, AAPI Champion, & Keynote Speaker During our conversation Angela and I discuss: How Angela transformed an experience early in her career into a lifelong leadership lesson. Why she believes the best HR leaders are technical experts, business focused and change agents. Her vision for "hyper-personalization" in employee experiences and how HR can practically implement this. Why she is passionate about paying it forward and helping others in their careers. Connecting with Angela: Connect with Angela Cheng-Cimini on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, November 26, 2024
“The Keys to Workplace Wellbeing” with Corey Keyes, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Emory University and Author, “Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down.”
Are you flourishing at work, or could you be languishing? What creates true wellbeing in the workplace? My guest on this episode is Corey Keyes, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Emory University and Author, “Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down.” During our conversation Corey and I discuss: How "languishing" represents a state between depression and flourishing, characterized by feelings of emptiness and emotional numbness The six domains of human excellence and their role as foundations for flourishing Why actively engaging in the "Five Vitamins of Flourishing" is essential for mental wellbeing The critical role of quality workplace relationships in preventing invisibility and promoting flourishing How leaders can create conditions that support wellbeing and flourishing in the workplace Connecting with Corey: Learn more abut Corey Keyes and his book, Languishing Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, November 19, 2024
“Purpose as Your Company North Star” with Stacey Hoin, CHRO of Guardian Life.
How can your organization’s purpose drive culture change? In evolving your culture, how can you honor the past while embracing the future? My guest on this episode is Stacey Hoin, CHRO of Guardian Life who discusses why your company's purpose should be your north star and how it drives success. During our conversation Stacey and I discuss: How Stacey's willingness to bet on herself shaped her career trajectory Why Guardian defined its purpose as "Inspiring Well-Being" and how it drives their success How Guardian invests in their customers' and colleagues' mental health and well-being How Guardian evolved its purpose, values, and leadership behaviors to honor its past while embracing its future Why empathy and compassion are core success factors for their colleagues' behavior Connecting with Stacey: Connect with Stacey Hoin LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, November 12, 2024
“Becoming an AI-Powered Company” with Prasad Setty, Lecturer, Stanford GSB, Advisor, Former VP at Google, People Ops and Workspace
What does it mean to be an AI-powered organization? How can AI help you to be a more strategic HR leader? My guest on this episode is Prasad Setty, Lecturer, Stanford GSB, Advisor, Former VP at Google, People Ops and Workspace. During our conversation Prasad and I discuss: How people analytics has evolved over the years and what’s next What it really means to become an AI-powered organization Why you should view AI as your thought partner, not as your replacement Real life examples of how AI is helping HR to deliver more value to their organizations Why the future of HR will center on scaling human judgment, not replacing it Connecting with Prasad: Connect with Prasad Setty LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, November 05, 2024
“Re-thinking Goal Setting with OKRs” with Melissa Huntley, VP, Global Head of Talent Management, Visa & Aaron Monroe, Global Head Agile Center for Enablement, JPMorgan Chase & Co
How can OKRs increase transparency and drive performance? What makes OKRs different than traditional goal setting? My guests on this episode are Melissa Huntley, VP, Global Head of Talent Management, Visa & Aaron Monroe, Global Head Agile Center for Enablement, JPMorgan Chase & Co During our conversation Melissa, Aaron, and I discuss: What OKRs are and what makes them different than traditional goal setting processes How OKRs increase transparency, collaboration, and agility in organizations How the quarterly goal setting in OKRs helps managers to be better people leaders Why OKRs can work for organizations of all sizes and complexity How performance management is integrated into the OKR process The role that HR leaders can play in implementing OKR processes into an organization Connecting with Melissa and Aaron: Connect with Melissa Huntley LinkedIn Connect with Aaron Monroe LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, October 29, 2024
“Raising the Bar on Talent and Culture” with Tim Richmond, EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer, AbbVie
How do you make your company a great place to work year after year? Why is investing in and developing people leaders essential to building a great culture? My guests on this episode is Tim Richmond, EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer, AbbVie During our conversation Tim and I discuss: Why creating a strong organizational culture starts with the goal of being known as a great place to work How AbbVie's innovative "Ways We Work" framework equally weights and rewards both performance and behavioral metrics His advice to HR leaders on how to build trust and credibility with the business leaders they support The central role and importance of people leadership in driving business outcomes Why he believes the future of HR demands equal focus on strategy, leadership development, and talent management Connecting with Tim: Connect with Tim Richmond on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, October 22, 2024
“What Works: Team Network Effect” with Rob Cross, Senior Vice President of Research at i4cp and Katheryn Brekken, Senior Research Analyst at i4cp
How can teams overcome collaboration overload? Why are the three components of trust critical to building an effective team? My guest on this episode is Rob Cross, Senior Vice President of Research at i4cp and Katheryn Brekken, Senior Research Analyst at i4cp During our conversation Rob, Katheryn, and I discuss: Why eight out of ten teams actually underperform due to collaborative dysfunctions. How common collaborative dysfunctions, such as misalignment and priority overload, hinder team performance, and what to do about it. How companies like Roche and Supercell are using innovative practices to dramatically improve team collaboration. How HR can play a pivotal role in supporting effective team collaboration across an organization. Why combining “precision collaboration” with a high-trust environment is critical to increase team effectiveness. Connecting with Rob and Katheryn: Connect with Rob Cross on LinkedIn Connect with Katheryn Brekken LinkedIn Learn more about i4cp and team network effect Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, October 15, 2024
“Investing In & Betting on Talent” with Stephanie Lilak, EVP & Chief People Officer, Mondelez International
How can you identify and place top talent in stretch assignments? What does it mean to invest in and place a bet on talent? My guest on this episode is Stephanie Lilak, EVP & Chief People Officer, Mondelez International During our conversation Stephanie and I discuss: How Stephanie's unique career philosophy and making unconventional career choices have driven her success. Why she believes in stretching talent throughout all career stages, not just in early careers. The critical role of HR leaders in driving the talent agenda and an aligning the role, talent and business needs to drive value. Why she believes peer relationships for HR leaders are critical and you need to purposefully invest in them Insights into Stephanie's approach to onboarding as a 3X CHRO and lessons you can apply to your organization. Connecting with Stephanie Lilak: Connect with Stephanie Lilak LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, October 08, 2024
“What Works: Creating a Culture of Innovation” with Scott Anthony, Professor at Tuck, Senior Advisor at Innosight, & internationally recognized expert on navigating disruptive change
How can you purposely create a culture of innovation? What are the invisible barriers to innovation inside your organization? My guest on this episode is Scott Anthony, Professor at Tuck, Senior Advisor at Innosight, & internationally recognized expert on navigating disruptive change During our conversation Scott and I discuss: Why he defines innovation as something different that creates value. How HR leaders can purposely create a culture of innovation. Why organizations need to recognize and overcome their 'shadow strategy' that prioritizes the status quo over innovation. How to overcome organizational "ghosts" which are the invisible barriers to innovation such as past failures and ingrained behaviors. How to embrace disciplined experimentation to foster innovation and on going learning. Connecting with Scott Anthony: Connect with Scott Anthony on LinkedIn Read his article on “organizational ghosts” called “What Lies Beneath” Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, October 01, 2024
“Ethical AI and HR: Managing Risk & Innovation” with Reid Blackman, PhD, author of “Ethical Machines” and CEO and Founder, Virtue, a digital ethical risk consultancy
What does it mean to have ethical AI? How can you ensure your organization is balancing innovation and risk when using AI? My guest on this episode is Reid Blackman, PhD, author of “Ethical Machines” and CEO and Founder, Virtue, a digital ethical risk consultancy During our conversation Reid and I discuss: Why balancing innovation with ethical considerations is crucial for HR functions using AI in talent processes. How HR leaders can mitigate AI risks by properly vetting vendors and asking the right questions about bias detection and mitigation. The role of HR in communicating ethical AI practices and fostering a culture of trust and transparency. The importance of adopting appropriate metrics to measure bias and fairness in AI. Why HR leaders should not be intimidated by AI, but instead should learn AI to ensure it is implemented in an ethically and responsible way. Connecting with Reid Blackman: Connect with Reid Blackman on LinkedIn Learn more about Reid, Ethical Machines, and his consulting firm, Virtue . Episode Sponsors: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 21 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, September 24, 2024
“The Power of Being Bold” with Ginger King, CHRO, Kohler Co.
How do you create a culture of bold innovation? How can HR leaders develop their business acumen? My guest on this episode is Ginger King, CHRO at Kohler Co. During our conversation Ginger and I discuss: Why everyone should design their own "rotational program" early in their career to get a variety of experiences. Why HR leaders need to be able to articulate the business reasoning, purpose, and expected outcome for their initiatives. How next-gen HR leaders can develop and deepen their business acumen. Why a common purpose is the foundation for Kohler's culture of innovation and delighting the customer. How her experience as a P&L owner driving a turnaround influenced her leadership style and approach to HR. Connecting with Ginger King: Connect with Ginger King on LinkedIn Episode Sponsors: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 21 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, September 17, 2024
“Leading with Empathy & Purpose” with Tricia Alcamo, CHRO with prior experience at FanDuel, Spectrum Enterprise, American Express, Deloitte Consulting
What does it mean to lead with empathy and purpose? How can you create a high-performance culture where employees feel safe to be themselves? My guest on this episode is Tricia Alcamo, CHRO and with prior experience at FanDuel, Spectrum Enterprise, American Express, Deloitte Consulting During our conversation Tricia and I discuss: What it means to lead with empathy and create a culture where employees feel safe to be themselves. How she created her own career opportunities early on, and how you can do the same. Why CHROs should have a chief of staff and how to design the role for success. The meaning behind her personal motto: 'How hard can it be? How different stages of company growth or maturity require different HR strategies for success. Why every HR initiative should directly align with the business strategy. Connecting with Tricia Alcamo: Connect with Tricia Alcamo on LinkedIn Episode Sponsors: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment and 14-day free trial! Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 21 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, September 10, 2024
“Reinventing Your Career” with Herminia Ibarra, Charles Handy Professor of Organizational Behavior at London Business School and best selling author
Why should you act like a leader to become a leader? What role does our identify play in our career transitions and personal growth? My guest on this episode is Herminia Ibarra, Charles Handy Professor of Organizational Behavior at London Business School and best selling author During our conversation Herminia and I discuss: Why identity plays a crucial role in career transitions and personal growth. Why it is important to redefine your job every year or more to ensure you are learning, adding value, and growing as a professional. What really works when it comes to making a career transition while maintaining your current job. How to build and maintain an external network and why it matters to your career. Why leaders must focus on building a learning culture in the AI era. Why she believes AI will reshape every aspect of HR in the coming years. Connecting with Herminia Ibarra: Connect with Herminia Ibarra on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 22 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, September 03, 2024
“Embracing Risks and the Power of Transformation” with Jordana Kammerud, SVP & CHRO, Corning
How do your establish and build key stakeholder relationships based on mutual trust and healthy candor? What does successfully onboarding to a new CHRO or HR leadership role look like? My guest on this episode is Jordana Kammerud, SVP & CHRO, Corning Incorporated During our conversation Jordana and I discuss: Why she recommends taking risks and pursuing opportunities that stretch you in your early career Her advice for CHROs and HR leaders on how to successfully onboard into a new role Why CHROs need to ask their CEO’s for an “all-access pass.” The questions that CHROs and HR leaders should ask business leaders during the interview process to understand their perspectives on culture and people Why she believes generative AI can amplify the human experience and create more opportunities for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace Connecting with Jordana Kammerud: Connect with Jordana Kammerud on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 22 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, August 27, 2024
“Gravitas: The Eight Superpowers of Confidence” with Lisa Sun, Entrepreneur and Author
How can feedback lead to personal and professional growth? Why should HR leaders be more confident in who they are and the value they deliver? My guest on this episode is Lisa Sun, who is an entrepreneur and author, “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence.” During our conversation Lisa and I discuss: Why feedback is a gift that can lead to personal growth and transformation. Why confidence is not about external validation, but about understanding and appreciating your own abilities. How the traditional definition of confidence often leads to a double standard. Why expanding the scorecard of success and redefining the metrics of confidence can create a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Connecting with Lisa Sun: Connect with Lisa Sun on LinkedIn Learn more about Lisa’s company, Gravitas and her book. Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 22 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, August 20, 2024
“Sneak Peek: Elevate By Future of HR” featuring 22 top HR and management thought leaders.
This week’s episode is a sneak peek of the 22 HR and management thought leaders that you will be learning from at Elevate by Future of HR starting on October 8th. Each sneak peek will not only provide valuable insights you can apply, but it will also give you an opportunity to learn more about the thought leader themselves. If you are a fan of the podcast, then you know that my mission is to develop the next-generation of HR leaders. And what I try to do each and every week for the past 100+ weeks on the Future of HR podcast is to bring you the best minds in our field… And while you can learn a lot by listening to a podcast conversation with a thought leader…. I believe you can take your learning to the next level by attending and participating in an interactive session with a thought leader. And this is why I created “Elevate by Future of HR” which is a flexible and targeted 3-week program featuring 18 interactive sessions, live Q&As for personalized guidance from the 22 of the best minds in our field. And of course, you will have on demand access to recordings to all sessions through march 31, 2025 so you continue to learn long after Elevate is over. This is an incredible opportunity to accelerate your growth, elevate your career, and amplify your impact with actionable insights and strategies from 22 top thought leaders. You don’t want to miss out on this incredible development experience. Go to elevatebyfutureofhr2024.com and reserve your spot. Here is who you will be hearing from on this episode: Marc Effron • Angelea Lane • Michael Watkins • Sohee Jun • Sergey Gorbatov • Charlene Li • Kevin Cox • Wanda Wallace • Andre’ Martin • Rhonda Morris • Scott Anthony • Amy Kates • Jonathan Hornyak • Dianne Armstrong • Allan Church • Angela Cheng-Cimini • Sandy Ogg • Humera Malik Shahid • Noah Rabinowitz • Ken Keener • Hein Knaapen • JP Elliott Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 22 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, August 13, 2024
“What Works: Organizational Design” with Amy Kates, Organization Design Expert, Consultant, Educator, and Author of Five Books
Why is organizational design much more than org charts and who reports to whom? How can HR guide, facilitate and drive effective an organizational design process? My guest on this episode is Amy Kates who is organizational design expert and author of five books on the subject. During our conversation Amy and I discuss: Why the purpose of organizational design is to design human behavior at scale Why matrix organizations are set up for good conflict and how best to manage it The six business problems that leaders seek to solve through organizational design Why organizational design is not about org charts and who reports to whom The role that HR leaders should play and not play in the organizational design process. Advice for HR leaders who are about to start an organizational design project Connecting with Amy Kates: Connect with Amy Kates on LinkedIn Learn more about Amy’s work at Operating Model & Organization Design LinkedIn page Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 22 top HR thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, August 06, 2024
“Talent Fueled Enterprise” with Mike Ohata, Former Big Four Partner & Fortune 15 Talent Leader Eric Dingler, Retired Managing Director, Chief Learning Officer Deloitte US, Larry Durham, President, St. Charles Consulting Group
Why do organizations need to invest in their employees personal and professional development? How can HR help identify the “enterprise skills” that are most critical to driving value? My guest on this episode are the three authors of “The Talent-Fueled Enterprise - A Powerful Approach to Build Tomorrow’s Workforce” Mike Ohata, Eric Dingler, and Larry Durham. During our conversation Mike, Larry, Eric, and I discuss: Why understanding your organization’s current skills needs and gaps is critical to driving success How success profiles can be used to identify key attributes, skills, and experiences necessary for roles at all levels Why organizations need to recognize and engage with employees as individuals to fully develop their potential The importance of identifying, assessing, and validating "enterprise skills" to build tomorrow's workforce How new technologies and skills marketplaces are challenging traditional HR hierarchies and structures Connecting with Mike, Eric, and Larry: Connect with Mike Ohata , Larry Durham , Eric Dingler on LinkedIn Learn more about the Talent Fueled Enterprise: A Powerful Approach to Build Tomorrow's Workforce Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Reserve your spot now to learn from 21 top thought leaders. Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, July 30, 2024
“What Works: CEO Succession” with Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory and Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina
What really matters when it comes to CEO and executive succession? What role should CHROs play in executive succession? My guests on this episode are Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory and Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina. During our conversation Kevin, Anthony, and I discuss: Why culture is owned by the CEO, not the CHRO What is the one common mistake that Boards make during the executive succession process and how to fix it. The most important role that CHROs can play in executive succession process. Why CFOs are more likely to be promoted internally than CHROs. Why character, courage, and business acumen are three of the most important traits of successful CHROS Connecting with Kevin and Anthony Connect with Kevin Cox on LinkedIn Connect with Anthony Nyberg on LinkedIn Learn more about Center for Executive Succession Resources mentioned in this conversation: CEO succession planning playbook CHRO Principles: Responsible Use of AI in Organizations Episode Sponsor: Elevate by Future of HR - Join the Waitlist to learn from 21thought leaders Next-Gen HR Accelerato r - Learn more about this leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders
Tue, July 23, 2024
“Rethinking How We Measure Human Capital” with Peter Cappelli Professor of Management at The Wharton School and Director of Wharton’s Center for Human Resources
Why do we need to rethink how we value and measure human capital? How can HR influence the business to take a longer term view when making investments in their people? My guest on this episode is Peter Cappelli Professor of Management at The Wharton School and Director of Wharton’s Center for Human Resources During our conversation Peter and I discuss: Why people are the least important asset according to current financial accounting practices. The real reason companies do layoffs (hint: it is often not about cost savings). What HR leaders can do to better communicate the tangible and intangible costs of layoffs. Why hiring decisions are the most important decisions organizations make. Why companies complain about skills gaps and why a lack of skills is not really the problem. His advice for HR leaders on what they should be doing in 2024 and beyond. Connecting with Peter Cappelli Connect with Peter Cappelli on LinkedIn Learn more about Peter and his contributions to the field
Tue, July 16, 2024
“The Science of Personality” with Reece Akhtar, CEO and Co-Founder & Uri Ort, Co-Founder, Deeper Signals
What is the science behind personality assessments? How can personality assessments improve how you select, onboard, and develop talent in your organization? My guests on this episode are Reece Akhtar, CEO and Co-Founder & Uri Ort, Co-Founder, Deeper Signals During our conversation Reece, Uri, and I discuss: How certain personality factors can predict 30-40% of the variance in engagement scores How personality assessments can support onboarding, development, and career progression Why personality assessments should be one of several data points when making critical talent decisions How Generative AI will impact personality assessments in the future The four criteria you need to consider when selecting an assessment partner for your organization Connecting with Reece Akhtar or Uri Ort Connect with Reece Akhtar or Uri Ort on LinkedIn Learn more about Deeper Signals Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, July 09, 2024
“Move Up or Move On: Secrets to Career Success” with Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov
Why is it important to have a vision for your career? How can can being intentional in building your network and personal branding accelerate your career? My guests on this episode are Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVie and Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and Author During our conversation Angela, Sergey, and I discuss: Why everyone should be a 'career visionary' with a clear understanding of success and the options to achieve it. Why the best networkers focus on building relationships and offering more value than they receive. Why “value creators” understand that the impact of their work is determined by how it's received by key stakeholders. Why being open to multiple career options can lead to more opportunities and job satisfaction. How to build your personal brand by understanding who you are, who your audience is, and intentionally telling your story. Connecting with Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov Connect with Angela Lane or Sergey Gorbatov on LinkedIn Learn more about “ Move Up or Move On: 10 Secrets to Develop Your Career ” Visit their The Edge Your Need website Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, July 02, 2024
“Modern People Leader + Future of HR” with Daniel Huerta, Stephen Huerta, & JP Elliott
What happens when you combine two of the best HR podcasts? You are about to find out as the Modern People Leader podcast and the Future of HR podcast have come together for a special episode and to share their insights from over 270 interviews. During our conversation Stephen, Daniel, and I discuss: The “Next-Gen HR Accelerator” program and why it is a game changer in developing next-gen HR leaders The “What, Who, & How” model of great HR leaders Why every HR leader should embrace a “Fail Fast, Learn, and Adapt” approach to their work The definition of a "modern people leader” The value of radical candor in HR and why it matters Why early-stage and start-up HR leaders need to move with agility and speedI Connecting with Modern People Leader Connect with Daniel Huerta or Stephen Huerta on LinkedIn Visit the Modern People Leader website Connecting with JP Elliott and Future of HR Connect with JP on LinkedIn Learn more about Next-Gen HR Accelerator Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Thu, June 27, 2024
The BIG Announcement.... This is a must-listen for the Future of HR community!
Hey Future of HR community, I am could not be more excited to put out my first solo episode to make a big announcement.... What is the big announcement?….while I can’t give that away here, but I can give you a hint as the big news is about how I double down on the Future of HR’s mission of inspiring and developing the next-gen HR leaders. After you listen...I would love to hear your thoughts and appreciate your support! Thank you! JP PS - Go to FutureofHR.com for information on the big announcement and to learn more about the "Next-Gen HR Accelerator" program
Tue, June 25, 2024
“Winning with Talent” with Lucien Alziari, EVP and CHRO of Prudential Financial, Inc
How can HR help leaders make better people decisions? Why is expertise in work the next big capability for HR leaders? My guest on this episode is Lucien Alziari, EVP and CHRO of Prudential Financial, Inc During our conversation Lucien and I discuss: What he learned from an early career setback and how that has impacted his leadership style Why the fundamental role of HR is to help their business to win in the marketplace What qualities differentiate the best CHROs from their peers How HR can use “decision logic” to help leaders make better people decisions Why the next big capability of HR leaders will be expertise in work What many HR leaders are getting wrong when it comes to Generative AI Connecting with Lucien Alziari: Connect with Lucien Alziari on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, June 18, 2024
“Unlocking the Skill Code” with Matt Beane, Assistant Professor, UCSB Technology Management Program & Author, “The Skill Code.”
How can we learn to work with intelligent machines and Generative AI? Why is the human connection so critical to learning new skills? My guest on this episode is Matt Beane, Assistant Professor, UCSB Technology Management Program, Digital Fellow at Stanford & MIT, and & Author of the new book, “The Skill Code.” During our conversation Matt and I discuss: Why we are “sacrificing learning for productivity” with technology like Generative AI and robotics Why mentors, coaches, and apprenticeships are more important than ever before How challenge, complexity, and connection are critical to developing valuable skills Why organizations need to shift their mindset from “Skills + AI” to “Skills X AI” Why he believes that learning and development is the new number one function in every organization Connecting with Matt Beane: Connect with Matt Beane on LinkedIn Learn more about “The Skill Code: How to Save Human Ability in the Age of Intelligent Machines ” Read Matt’s article: Learning & Development: the new #1 organizational function Read: GPTs are GPTs: An early look at the labor market impact potential of large language models Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, June 11, 2024
“Connecting Talent to Value” with Sandy Ogg, Founder CEO.works & Hein Knaapen, Managing Partner, Europe, CEO.works
What does it mean to connect talent to value? How can you create “Click” for your most critical roles? My guest on this episode is Sandy Ogg, Founder CEO.works & Hein Knaapen, Managing Partner, Europe, CEO.works During our conversation Sandy, Hein, and I discuss: Why the best leaders focus on the fewest things that can make the biggest difference Why companies can’t just improve their way to success, instead they must always be transforming to win Why companies must look beyond the traditional hierarchy to identify the roles that create value Why focus and the conviction to say “no” are the keys to managing complexity How organizations can create “Click” by aligning the role, the work, and the right level of resources with the right talent Connecting with Sandy & Hein Connect with Sandy Ogg on LinkedIn Connect with Hein Knaapen on LinkedIn Learn more about CEO.works Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, June 04, 2024
“Future of Work - Key Trends” with Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute at Upwork
What trends will have the most impact on the future of work? How will AI impact both white collar and blue collar roles? My guest on this episode is Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute at Upwork During our conversation Kelly and I discuss: The key trends that will impact the future of work over the next few years. Why leaders of the future must shift towards building trust and developing others. Why organizations need to shift from rewarding individuals to rewarding teams. Why AI will create a skill imbalance where it will create new jobs, but there will be a shortage of talent to fill these roles. Why the skills-based organization movement is stuck in the theory phase and the challenges it faces in implementation. Connecting with Kelly Monahan Connect with Kelly Monahan on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, May 28, 2024
“The Science of Talent Management” with Dave Ulrich, Bob Eichinger, and Allan Church
What does the research say when it comes to developing leaders? Why is there a “knowing-doing” gap when it comes implementing talent management practices? My guests on this episode are three well known HR thought leaders: Dave Ulrich, Bob Eichinger, and Allan Church. During our conversation Dave, Bob, Allan and I discuss: Why skills-based organizations are an incomplete method of talent management. How to think about and define leadership potential? Why HR leaders need to asking what leadership do we need to have to be successful in the future? The reasons why organizations struggle to develop a leadership bench. How talent management professionals can elevate their impact. Connecting with Bob, Dave and Allan Connect with Bob Eichinger on LinkedIn or his company, TalentTelligent Connect with Dave Ulrich on LinkedIn Connect with Allan Church on LinkedIn Resources and Articles Mentioned in this Episode: Dave Ulrich’s Weekly LinkedIn Newsletter PepsiCo’s Formula for Leadership Potential by Allan Church & Sergio Ezama Why Talent Management and Succession Bench Building Aren’t Working Today: As Least Not as Well as They Could! by Dave Ulrich, Allan H. Church, Bob Eichinger, and Roger Pearman Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Driver
Tue, May 21, 2024
“Leaders Earn the Right to Lead” with Adam Holton, Chief People Officer for Amedisys
Why do leaders need to earn the right to lead? How can you be more intentional in building your company’s culture? My guest on this episode is Adam Holton, Chief People Officer for Amedisys During our conversation Adam and I discuss: What being a Marine and a basketball coach has taught him about leadership The four factors that can make or break an organization’s culture How focusing on and reinforcing core behaviors builds a high-performance culture Why he believes that people analytics is the most important skill set for both current and future CHROs How Generative AI will impact HR leaders in the short and long term. Connecting with Adam Holton Connect with Adam Holton on LinkedIn Adam’s Book - Why They Served: Click here to read Chapter 7 and the rest of this powerful book Episode Sponsors: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens Deeper Signals - Click here to get your free Core Drivers assessment!
Tue, May 14, 2024
“Own Your Career, Own Your Life” with Andy Storch, Consultant, Coach, Speaker, and Author, “Own Your Career Own Your Life.”
Why is having the right mindset critical to career success? How can you use obstacles to become stronger and more resilient? My guest on this episode is Andy Storch, Consultant, Coach, Speaker, and Author, “Own Your Career Own Your Life.” During our conversation Andy and I discuss: What capabilities make a great talent development professional The skills that will be the most valuable in the future and why Why next-gen HR leaders need to build relationships with people who are doing what they want to be doing in the future What he learned during his battle to overcome cancer Why asking the right questions is the key to breaking out of your comfort zone Connecting with Andy Storch Connect with Andy Storch on LinkedIn Learn more about or work with Andy Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, May 07, 2024
“Why CPO's are Chief Performance Officers” with Francisco Sorrentino, Chief People Officer at DigitalBridge
Why should you treat your employees like you treat your customers? Why should Chief People Officers think of themselves as Chief Performance Officers? My guest on this episode is Francisco Sorrentino, Chief People Officer at DigitalBridge and I discuss how HR can drive performance and organizational effectiveness. During our conversation Francisco and I discuss: Why you should treat your employees like you treat our customers Why working in an early stage start-up can drive exponential development and professional growth especially early in your career. What he has learned from working with early stage company founders and CEOs How he assess talent and determines if someone is a fit for a role or the organization Connecting with Francisco Sorrentino Connect with Francisco Sorrentino on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, April 30, 2024
“Navigating the Future of DEI and HR” with Lybra Clemons, a C-Suite executive with experience leading talent, culture, and DEI initiatives across Fortune 500 companies
What is the current state of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our organizations? My guest on this episode is Lybra Clemons, a C-Suite executive with experience leading talent, culture, and DEI initiatives across Fortune 500 companies and I go deep on the current state of DEI and how workplace expectations have shifted over the past few years. During our conversation Lybra and I discuss: Why she believes you should constantly be growing as a professional and in your career. The evolving role of the Chief People Officer and why many former Chief Diversity Officers are transitioning into this position. Her perspective on the current state of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in 2024 and beyond. Why investing in talent and developing leaders will be crucial for organizations in the next five years. How shifts in workplace expectations are redefining how people view work, their purpose, and how they think about work-life balance Connecting with Lybra Clemons Connect with Lybra Clemons on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, April 23, 2024
“What Works: Developing HR Leaders” with Ian Ziskin, President of EXec EXcel Group, a Human Capital Coaching and Consulting Firm and a Former, Fortune 100 CHRO, Author, & Board Member.
Why should you aspire to be a business person, not a business partner? How can having a leadership philosophy make you more effective HR leader? My guest on this episode is Ian Ziskin, President of EXec EXcel Group, Fortune 100 CHRO, Author, & Board Member and I go deep on what really matters when it comes to developing HR leaders. During our conversation Ian and I discuss: Why the best HR leaders courageously push back against misguided ideas and advocate for the right ones, even if unpopular Why the best HR leaders are clear on their leadership philosophy Why being a great coach is all about the “art of the question” His recommendations for CHROs on how they can develop their next-gen HR talent His advice for next-gen HR leaders on how they can invest in and develop themselves Connecting with Ian Ziskin Connect with Ian Ziskin on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, April 16, 2024
“Live @ i4cp’s Next Practices Now” Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona
This is a very special episode in partnership with the Institute for Corporate Productivity, also known as i4cp where I had the opportunity to attend their annual “Next Practices Now Conference” in Scottsdale Arizona. Over three days, 500 HR leaders came to Scottsdale, where they were treated to over 25 different presentations and key notes by thought leaders and HR practitioners I was fortunate to be able sit down to interview seven of those amazing speakers and bring their insights to you. So who are those amazing speakers….: Prasad Setty, Lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business & former VP, People Ops and Workspace, Google Charlene Li, Bestselling Author & Founder & CEO, Quantum Networks Group Diane Gherson, former IBM CHRO, Board member of Kraft Heinz, Centivo and TechWolf Monica Pool Knox, who is a 2x CHRO, HR Tech Advisor, Board Director Sal Falletta, Professor for Human Resource Leadership and Organizational Science, Drexel University and author of “Creepy Analytics: Avoid Crossing the Line and Establish Ethical HR Analytics for Smarter Workforce Decisions” Elliott Masie, Chair, MASIE Learning Foundation Kevin Oakes, CEO, i4cp Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, April 09, 2024
“How to Win in the People Age” with Kate Bravery, Mercer’s Global Talent Trends Author & Advisor and Ilya Bonic, President of Mercer's Career Business and Head of Strategy
How have employee attitudes about work shifted since the pandemic? Why it is even more important than even that we build human-centric organizations? My guest on this episode is Kate Bravery, Mercer’s Global Talent Trends Author and Ilya Bonic, President of Mercer's Career Business and Head of Strategy During our conversation Kate, Ilya and I discuss: How to build a winning organization in what they are calling the “People Age” Why you should think of employees as contributors instead of workers How AI will amplify our intelligence and increase our productivity Why HR needs to lead the way on building an AI first culture and driving it’s adoption Examples of three companies that are implementing different innovative skills-first initiatives Connecting with Kate Bravery & Ilya Bonic Connect with Kate Bravery on LinkedIn Connect with Ilya Bonic on LinkedIn Learn more about “Work Different: 10 Truths For Winning in the People Age” Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, April 02, 2024
“Building a Talent Pipeline” with Peter Fasolo, CHRO and Micheal Ehret, Head of Global Talent Management at Johnson & Johnson
Why does it mean to be a built to last company, like Johnson and Johnson? How can you build a talent pipeline that produces a deep bench of leaders? My guest on this episode is Peter Fasolo, CHRO and Micheal Ehret, Head of Global Talent Management at Johnson & Johnson During our conversation Peter, Michael and I discuss: The power of J&J’s Credo and how it has served as the organization’s north star for over 135 years. How CHROs and Heads of Talent can partner to create value for their organizations Why talent leaders need to have a point of view on the top 100+ leaders in their organization. Why every HR professional needs to think about their job in terms of the outcomes they deliver. How J&J is personalizing career journeys and using skills as the foundation for their mentoring programs. How Generative AI and the digital transformation of work will impact every organization’s people strategies Connecting with Peter Fasolo & Michael Ehret Connect with Peter Fasolo on LinkedIn Connect with Michael Ehret on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, March 26, 2024
“CLO LIFT: Elevating L&D” with Noah Rabinowitz, VP Talent Development at Commonwealth Fusion Systems and Brian Hackett, Founder, The Learning Forum
When it comes to Learning & Development, why are we so focused on new bright shiny objects? How can you improve the Return on Investment from L&D initiatives? My guest on this episode is Noah Rabinowitz, VP Talent Development at Commonwealth Fusion Systems and Brian Hackett, Founder, The Learning Forum During our conversation Noah, Brian and I discuss: Why L&D needs to stop being driven by trends and start being driven by common standards How HR leaders need to rethink the “value of time” when it comes to investing in learning Why “skill surging” is an faster and better alternative to implementing a skills-based organization Why you should be refining, not reinventing your L&D governance model Noah’s advice to next-gen L&D leaders who want to increase their influence and impact Connecting with Noah Rabinowitz and Brian Hackett Connect with Noah Rabinowitz on LinkedIn Connect with Brian Hackett on LinkedIn Learn more about the CLO LIFT and The Learning Forum Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, March 19, 2024
“Mastering Your Mindset” with Sohee Jun, PhD, Thought Leader on Women’s Leadership Challenges, Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Bestselling Author
How can you master your mindset? Why should you embrace and lean into the mantra “Do it Afraid”? My guest on this episode is Sohee Jun, PhD, a premier leadership coach for successful women executives, a highly sought-after keynote speaker, leadership development expert and Amazon best-selling author During our conversation, Sohee and I discuss the following: What she learned from researching successful women in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s Why having the right mindset is so powerful in overcoming challenges and achieving success How to build a “board of advocates” that will challenge and support you over the course of your career Why imposter syndrome impacts all of us and how to move past it What organizations can do to invest in and develop their female leaders Her advice for next-gen HR leaders who want to accelerate their career Connecting with Sohee: Sohee Jun, PhD on LinkedIn Sohee’s website Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, March 12, 2024
“Creating a Championship Culture” with Shaun Mayo, Chief People Officer, Arizona Cardinals Football Club
What does it take to create a championship culture? How can you create a compelling employee experience that drives engagement? My guest on this episode is Shaun Mayo, Chief People Officer, Arizona Cardinals Football Club During our conversation Shaun and I discuss: How he was “drafted” into an HR role early in his career What it is like to be a Chief People Officer in the NFL? How the organization is working to instill a championship culture on and off the field How they are redefining their values and what it means to be a Cardinal His advice for HR leaders who want to redefine their values and culture Why believes in creating a compelling employee experience is critical high performance and employee engagement Connecting with Shaun Mayo Connect with Shaun on LinkedIn Episode Sponsor: BizLibrary - Where Learning Happens
Tue, March 05, 2024
“The Art of Communication” with Gabe Zichermann is an entrepreneur, public speaker, gamification expert, and author of “The A-HA! Method: Communicating Powerfully in a Time of Distraction”
What makes someone a powerful communicator? Why does every HR leader need to master the art of communication? My guest on this episode is Gabe Zichermann entrepreneur, public speaker, gamification expert, and author of “The A-HA! Method: Communicating Powerfully in a Time of Distraction” During our conversation Gabe and I discuss: How the power of effective communication skills can help your career Why more is not better when it comes to communicating powerfully and effectively Why effective communication now requires a different skill set due to the daily distractions of technology How to create “AHA” moments in your presentations How gamification will help people develop the soft skills to be successful in the future of work Why friendships at work can be a foundation for high performance and employee engagement Connecting with Gabe Zichermann Connect with Gabe on LinkedIn Learn more about Gabe’s speaking engagement, coaching, and books Learn more about The A-HA! Method
Tue, February 27, 2024
“Leading to Succeed” with Wagner Denuzzo, Future of Work Expert and Author of “Leading to Succeed,” Executive Coach, and HR start-up Advisor
What skills will be essential in the new workplace? How can you and your organization adapt to the future of work? My guest on this episode is Wagner Denuzzo, Future of Work Expert and Author of “Leading to Succeed: Essential Skills for the New Workplace,” Executive Coach, and HR start-up Advisor, During our conversation Wagner and I discuss: Why he believes awareness, acceptance, and accountability are the keys to success in life and your career What a personal success profile is and how it can help accelerate your career What he calls the five D’s of the new workplace and why they matter Why he believes we should move away from performance management and move towards “project assessments” His “disruptive” coaching model and how to apply it Connecting with Wagner DeNuzzo Connect with Wagner on LinkedIn Learn more about Wagner and Leading to Succeed .
Tue, February 20, 2024
“Putting People First” with Sara Kelly, Chief Partner Officer, Starbucks
How can you align your personal purpose with your values? Why is “putting people first” not only the right thing to do, but also a great business strategy? My guest on this episode is Sara Kelly, Chief Partner Officer, Starbucks During our conversation Sara and I discuss: How her “personal purpose”has served as her north star throughout her career Why she believes that putting people first is critical to business success Why she believes you should be open to new opportunities and the power of saying “yes.” How Starbucks co-created their new values with input from their partners Her advice to HR leaders who are updating their organization’s values Why co-creation and an effective listening strategy is helping them to evolve their industry leading benefit offerings Connecting with Sara Kelly Connect with Sara Kelly on LinkedIn
Tue, February 13, 2024
“Coachability: The Leadership Super Power” with Kevin Wilde, Executive Leadership and Talent Development Expert & Author
What does it mean to be a coachable leader? How can being a coachable leader future-proof your career? My guest on this episode is Kevin Wilde During our conversation Kevin and I discuss: Why believes that “leaders teaching leaders” is critical to successful leadership development programs Why coachable leaders have a different mindset than less coachable leaders Why being coachable decreases as we age and advance in our careers How to overcome the seven faulty assumptions that low coachable leaders make How Kevin’s “two question” technique helps leaders seek out feedback How to seek out and find a truth teller who can give you candid feedback What most people are doing wrong when receiving feedback and what you should do instead Connecting with Kevin Wilde Connect with Kevin Wilde on LinkedIn Learn more about the The Coachable Leader and Kevin’s research
Tue, February 06, 2024
“The Friction Project” with Bob Sutton, Organizational Psychologist, Stanford Faculty, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Speaker.
Why is friction both good and bad for your organization How can leaders identify and reduce bad friction? My guest on this episode is Bob Sutton who is an organizational psychologist, professor emeritus at Stanford, New York Times bestselling author, and speaker. During our conversation Bob and I discuss: Why you should think like a “friction fixer” regardless of your position When and how to apply “good friction” to slow things down for better decision making How to identify good and bad friction in your organization Why empathetic leaders seek out the “friction” in their organizations and then work to reduce it How to play the “subtraction game” and how it can help your organization Connecting with Bob Sutton Connect with Bob Sutton on LinkedIn Learn more about Bob and his latest book, “The Friction Project”
Tue, January 30, 2024
“The Sponsorship Effect” with Kerrie Peraino, Chief People Officer at Verily, an Alphabet company.
Why can you ask for a mentor, but you must earn a sponsor? How do you create a culture where leaders invest in mentoring and sponsoring talent? My guest on this episode is Kerrie Peraino, Chief People Officer at Verily, an Alphabet company bringing the promise of precision health to everyone, every day. During our conversation Kerrie and I discuss: The role sponsorship has played in her career Why she believes “you can ask for a mentor, but you must earn a sponsor” What she learned from participating in the “the sponsorship effect” research project Why sponsorship is one of the greatest retention levers that organizations have Her advice on creating a culture where leaders invest in mentoring and sponsoring talent Her advice for next gen HR leaders on how to find a mentor and grow that relationship into sponsorship Connecting with Kerrie Peraino: Connect with Kerrie Peraino on LinkedIn Learn more about the Sponsorship Effect: Breaking Through the Last Glass Ceiling
Tue, January 23, 2024
“The 7 Rules of Power” with Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor Stanford University and Author of 16 books including the “7 Rules of Power: Surprising But True Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career”
Why is the single biggest barrier to having power…ourselves? How can you, as an HR professional step into your power? My guest on this episode is Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University and Author of 16 books including his latest one the “7 Rules of Power - Surprising But True Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career” During our conversation Jeffrey and I discuss: Why he believes the single biggest barrier to having power is ourselves Why it is important that we own and tell our story, not let others tell it for us Why he believes that being authentic and/or modest is terrible leadership advice Why networking is a super power and how to do it well Why he believes HR needs to raise the bar and step into their power His advice on how to deal with difficult leaders in positions of power Connecting with Jeffrey Pfeffer Connect with Jeffrey Pfeffer on LinkedIn Learn more about the Jeffrey’s books, research, podcast and more
Tue, January 16, 2024
"The Leadership Pipeline in the Digital Age” with Steve Drotter and Kent Jonasen, Co-Founders of The Leadership Pipeline Institute
How do you build a leadership pipeline? Why is leadership about jobs to be done and not hierarchy? My guests on this episode are Steve Drotter, Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board and Kent Jonasen, Co-Founder and Global CEO, The Leadership Pipeline Institute During our conversation Steve, Kent and I discuss: The original research that led to the writing of the “Leadership Pipeline” book What differentiates the leadership pipeline framework from traditional competency based leadership models Why leadership is not about leadership, but rather the specific job that needs to be done The common traits shared among senior executives who are not chosen for CEO roles How the leadership pipeline model can be applied in smaller organizations The most common mistakes companies make when implementing the leadership pipeline model Connecting with Kent Jonasen and Steve Drotter Connect with Kent Jonasen and Steve Drotter on LinkedIn Learn more about the Leadership Pipeline Institute Buy the Leadership Pipeline: Building Leaders in the Digital Age
Tue, January 09, 2024
“Taking Calculated Risks” with Rhonda Morris, Chief Human Resources Officer at Chevron
Why should HR take more calculated risks? How can taking calculated risks increase HR’s impact? My guest on this episode is with Rhonda Morris, Chief Human Resources Officer at Chevron During our conversation Rhonda and I discuss: What she learned from her time owning a P&L and how it made her a better HR leader The importance of asking for help and not believing you have all the answers How she leverages her own personal board of directors to continue to learn and develop as a leader Why she believes HR needs to take more calculated risks The question every HR leader should ask before trying gain the buy-in of their business leaders Why HR leaders need to practice “other thinking” to increase their impact Connecting with Rhonda Morris Connect with Rhonda Morris on LinkedIn
Tue, January 02, 2024
“Building Your Management Playbook” with Dave Kline, Teaching leaders the codified management playbook to build great teams & level up their career.
How do managers create value and impact? How do the best managers reduce friction and create capacity for their teams? My guest on this episode is with with Dave Kline who teaches leaders the codified management playbook to build great teams & level up their career During our conversation Dave and I discuss: Why he and his wife launched the management accelerator program and what makes it unique Why he believes that the role of a manager is to deliver impact and why he created the impact equation Why the best leaders focus on reducing friction and cycle time for their teams How new leaders can build trust with their teams by identifying and making a meaningful change on something that matters to them Why leaders who are afraid to give feedback in the moment often drop what he calls the “synthesis bomb” and it how it negatively impacts trust The six fears (rational and irrational) that stop leaders from delegating to their teams and how to overcome them Connecting with Dave Kline Connect with Dave Kline on LinkedIn Learn more about MGMT Accelerator on Maven Subscribe to Dave’s weekly newsletter MGMT Playbook
Tue, December 26, 2023
“Best of 2023" featuring the top insights and moments on the Future of HR podcast in 2023
The “Best of 2023” episode features sixteen don’t miss moments from HR executives and thought leaders who… So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode? Lisa Buckingham, former Chief People, Place & Brand Officer at Lincoln Financial Group Dave Ulrich, Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group Matt Breitfelder, Head of Human Capital and Partner at Apollo Global Management Miriam Ort, EVP & CHRO at C&S Wholesale Grocers & Symbotic Sam Hammock, EVP & CHRO at Verizon Ola Snow, CHRO, Cardinal Health Andre’ Martin, PhD, Founder of Shift Space and author of “Wrong Fit, Right Fit” Tami Rosen, Chief People Officer at Pagaya Jay Parker, founder and CEO of Mentorforce Cary Friedman, Global Head of Human Resources at Jefferies Matt Abrahams, a leading expert in communication and author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter” Mita Mallick, Chief Diversity Officer & Author of “Reimagine Inclusion” Nick Bloom, WFH expert & Professor of Economics at Stanford University Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent, General Mills & Joe Garbus, EVP Global Head of Talent, PVH Corp. Peter Block, author of Flawless Consulting and Partner at Designed Learning Chris Scalia, Chief Human Resources Officer, The Hershey Company
Tue, December 19, 2023
“Co-Create Your Culture” with Heidi Manna, Chief People Officer at Jazz Pharmaceuticals
How does your “operating culture” impact your employee experience? What are the best ways to co-create your culture using data and the voice of your team members? My guest on this episode is with Heidi Manna, Chief People Officer at Jazz Pharmaceuticals During our conversation Heidi and I discuss: Her advice for candidates on how to assess in the interview if an organization values HR Why a mentor’s direct and honest feedback was a turning point in her career How your “operating culture” impacts your employee experience Why they have relied on “principles” and team leaders judgement in developing their future work model “Jazz Remix” How data on employee preferences, commute times, and percentage of distributed teams helped inform their future work model “Jazz Remix” How she engaged and collaborated with the senior leadership to gain alignment and ownership for “Jazz Remix” Connecting with Heidi Manna Connect with Heidi Manna on LinkedIn
Tue, December 12, 2023
“Redesign Your Culture” with Melissa Daimler, Chief Learning Officer at Udemy and Author of “ReCulturing”
Why should all HR leaders be “systems thinkers” How are processes, practices, and behaviors the building blocks of culture change? My guest on this episode is with Melissa Daimler, Chief Learning Officer at Udemy and Author of ReCulturing: Design Your Company Culture to Connect with Strategy and Purpose for Lasting Success” During our conversation Melissa and I discuss: Why she is so passionate about building great cultures? Why “systems thinking” is so important for HR leaders Why a shift in business strategy likely means you need to make a shift in your culture Why you should look for four common gaps when diagnosing culture Why behaviors, processes, and practices all must work together to drive culture change Why she believes culture change is not an HR initiative Connecting with Melissa Daimler Connect with Melissa Daimler on LinkedIn Learn more about Melissa and ReCulturing
Tue, December 05, 2023
“Becoming a CHRO in Private Equity” with Randy Patterson, Managing Director of Human Capital, Portfolio Operations Group at Blackstone
What makes an HR leader successful in a PE backed company? What are the key differences between PE backed and public companies? My guest on this episode is with Randy Patterson, Managing Director of Human Capital, Portfolio Operations Group at Blackstone During our conversation Randy and I discuss: What early career experiences were most helpful in preparing him to become a CHRO The differences between being a CHRO at a private equity backed company versus a public company How he assess potential candidates experiences, capabilities and fit for the CHRO role What makes a 1st time CHRO successful in a private equity backed company How Blackstone's innovative Career Pathways program is supporting the advancement of underrepresented talent Connecting with Randy Patterson Connect with Randy Patterson on LinkedIn Learn more about Blackstone’s Career Pathways program
Tue, November 28, 2023
“Disrupt Your Career” with Claire Harbour and Antoine Tirard, co-authors “Disrupt Your Career: How to Navigate Uncharted Career Transitions and Thrive”
What does it mean to have “career agility” and how can you build this important skill? My guests on this episode are Antoine Tirard and Claire Harbour who co-authored the book “Disrupt Your Career: How to Navigate Uncharted Career Transitions and Thrive” and co-host their popular “Disrupt Your Career" podcast. During our conversation Antoine, Claire and I discuss: The three key trends that are driving a new career paradigm What they have learned in researching successful career transitions How to leverage their 4E career framework to find the right role for you Why “career agility” is so important and how to build this important skill Why career management is both an art and a science. What companies and HR can do to better support career development Connecting with Claire and Antoine Connect with Claire Harbour on LinkedIn Connect with Antoine Tirard on LinkedIn Learn more about their “Disrupt Your Career” book Listen or subscribe to their “Disrupt Your Career” podcast
Tue, November 21, 2023
“The Future of People Analytics” with Cole Napper, Vice President, People Analytics & Chief Evangelist, Orgnostic
How can HR use people analytics insights to drive business results? How will AI impact not only people analytics, but HR? My guest on this episode is with Cole Napper, Vice President, People Analytics & Chief Evangelist, Orgnostic During our conversation Cole and I discuss: Why people analytics is much more than just dashboards Why he believes people analytics is team sport What “organizational network analysis” is and how it can diagnose breakdowns in collaboration and communication within teams The potential value and use cases of Generative AI tools in HR How AI will impact the future of people analytics Connecting with Cole Napper Connect with Cole Napper on LinkedIn Check out his podcast “ Directionally Correct ” or subscribe to his Substack to read his articles
Tue, November 14, 2023
“Talent is the Ultimate Value Creator” with Chris Scalia, Chief Human Resources Officer, The Hershey Company
Why is talent the ultimate value creator? How can you unlock the capacity of your people and a high performance culture? My guest on this episode is Chris Scalia, Chief Human Resources Officer, The Hershey Company During our conversation Chris and I discuss: Why he believes talent is the ultimate value creator Why it is important that your organization have a strategic narrative that drives clarity and purpose for your workforce Why the most effective employee listening capabilities give team members a direct voice in shaping strategies and how the business operates Why he believes every high performing team is composed of visionaries, pragmatists, and geeks Why he believes a strong employee value proposition can build trust, increase organizational agility and foster inclusion. His advice for future CHROs on how to be successful in the role Connecting with Chris Scalia Connect with Chris Scalia on LinkedIn Learn more about the Milton Hershey School
Tue, November 07, 2023
“Accelerating Transitions” with Michael Watkins, Leadership Transition Expert and Best-Selling Author of “The First 90 Days”
Why is it important that all new leaders have a learning plan to help them navigate and onboard successfully? What is HR’s role in accelerating the successful transition of new leaders into their organization? My guest on this episode is Michael Watkins, Leadership Transition Expert and Best-Selling Author of “The First 90 Days” During our conversation Michael and I discuss: How organizations can accelerate the transition of new leaders into their roles How remote and hybrid work has impacted leadership transitions Why it is critical that new leaders come in with a “learning plan” and how to create one Why he believes “integration” is more important than “orientation” Why organization’s need to be more clear on who owns leadership transitions Why he believes that people can develop “strategic thinking” skills Connecting with Michael Watkins Connect with Michael Watkins on LinkedInLearn more about Michael’s consulting company, Genesis
Tue, October 31, 2023
“Insights on the Future of HR” with JP Elliott, Talent Expert & Future of HR Podcast Host
In this episode, we flip the script as I am become the guest and I turn over the hosting duties to two past guests, Mel Steinbach, Chief People Officer at MasterClass and Justin Hirsch, CEO and HR Executive Search Lead at JobPlex, a DHR company.During our conversation Mel, Justin and I discuss: Why differentiating your skills, a variety of experiences, and building deep relationships are critical to career success How and why I started the Future of HR podcast What I have learned after interviewing over 50+ HR leaders and experts in our field How CEOs can better leverage their HR leaders The key phrase that I believe will define the Future of HR Connecting with JP Elliott Connect with JP Elliott on LinkedIn
Tue, October 24, 2023
“Flawless Consulting” with Peter Block, author of Flawless Consulting and Partner at Designed Learning
How can you build an authentic and trusting relationship with your business leaders? Why is it important that we see our role as helping our leaders live out their own intentions? My guest on this episode is Peter Block, author of Flawless Consulting and Partner at Designed LearningDuring our conversation with Peter and I discuss: Why relationships are the delivery systems of how work gets done How decisions are often driven by relationships, emotions, and other factors rather than rational thinking Why he believes the feedback is overrated Why is critical that HR speaks authentically and addresses what is happening in the moment How HR leaders can handle resistance and why overcoming it is about uncovering a leader’s doubts, not providing more evidence Why asking your key stakeholders, “what about our relationship do you find valuable” is one of the most effective ways to builds trust Why HR needs to stop waiting for a seat at the table and become the table Connecting with Peter Block Connect with Peter Block on LinkedInLearn more about Peter and his work Learn more about Designed Learning
Tue, October 17, 2023
“What Work’s - Talent Review” with Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent, General Mills & Joe Garbus, EVP Global Head of Talent, PVH Corp.
What makes a Talent Review successful? Why is it important that your talent review be “action oriented” and deliver outcomes for the business My guest on this episode is Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent, General Mills & Joe Garbus, EVP Global Head of Talent, PVH Corp. During our conversation Anne, Joe, and I discuss: Why your talent review needs to be “smart and simple” and how to do it Why you should think of talent reviews as a diagnostic and planning tool Why talent reviews should focus on development, not just assessing performance and potential Why establishing consistent and shared definitions for evaluating and differentiating talent is critical to a successful talent review Why the best talent reviews are “action-orientated” and result in tangible plans, outcomes, and progress. Connecting with Anne & Joe: Connect with Anne Gotte & Joe Garbus on LinkedIn
Tue, October 10, 2023
"The Future of Remote Work” with Nick Bloom, WFH expert & Professor of Economics at Stanford University
How can you best design and optimize your remote or hybrid work practices to increase productivity, collaboration and culture? My guest on this episode is Nick Bloom, WFH expert & Professor of Economics at Stanford UniversityDuring our conversation Nick and I discuss: How he became the expert on “Working From Home” research The real reason “work from home” has increased over the past few years (hint: it is not just the pandemic) Why people working from home are more likely to log hours at night or on the weekends What the research really says about productivity and “remote / hybrid work” Why organized hybrid work schedules are becoming more popular Why he believes a strong performance management system is critical to successful hybrid/remote work workplaces Why he believes work from home will increase like a Nike swoosh over the next ten years Connecting with Nick: Connect with Nick Bloom on LinkedIn
Tue, October 03, 2023
“From Engagement to Experience” with Seb Girard, SVP, Chief People Officer at CommonSpirit Health, CO/KS/UT Division
How can you shift your leaders mindset from employee engagement to employee experience? My guest on this episode is with Seb Girard, SVP, Chief People Officer at CommonSpirit Health CO/KS/UT Division.During our conversation Seb and I discuss: How he made a mid career transition from operations to HR The workforce trends that are impacting healthcare organizations Why he believes that increasing productivity through technology is an imperative in the healthcare industry Why asking “how does this make someone feel” is the key to creating great employee experiences How talent acquisition drives the employee experience and can increase retention Connecting with Seb: Connect with Seb Girard on LinkedIn
Tue, September 26, 2023
“Living Your Purpose” with Dean Carter, Chief People and Purpose Officer, Guild
Are you clear on your purpose? How can you align your career with your values, passion, and purpose? My guest on this episode is with Dean Carter, Chief People and Purpose Officer, Guild During our conversation Dean and I discuss: How he found his passion and purpose to be an HR leader What he learned about leadership, culture and a purpose during his time as Patagonia’s Global Head of People, Culture, and Shared Services? Why he believes you should identify what makes your culture unique and go after it in a big way Why did he add “Purpose” to his Chief People Officer title at Guild? How he used “first design principles” to redesign the roles with his HR organization at Guild Why he launched a community for CHRO’s called “CHRO Compass” His advice for CHROs who aspire to be on an organization’s board of directors Connecting with Dean: Connect with Dean Carter on LinkedIn Learn more about Guild’s CHRO Compass
Tue, September 19, 2023
“Reimagine Inclusion” with Mita Mallick, Chief Diversity Officer & Author of “Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace”
How can HR foster a diverse and inclusive culture of belonging? What common myths or beliefs are holding us back from transforming our workplaces? My guest on this episode is with Mita Mallick, Chief Diversity Officer, Top LinkedIn voice, Podcast Host, & Author of “Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace”During our conversation Mita and I discuss: Why she felt early in her career that she was chasing inclusion Why organizations must work to debunk 13 common myths about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging How to engage and respond to a leader who says, “I am all for diverse talent as long as they are good” Why she believes the best way to change the stereotypes in our heads is to expand our social circles Why we should be reimagining the role and impact that Chief Diversity Officers can have on an organization The questions a Chief Diversity Officer should ask the CEO before accepting a job offer Connecting with Mita: Connect with Mita Mallick on LinkedInLearn more about “ Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace ”
Tue, September 12, 2023
“Think Faster, Talk Smarter” with Matt Abrahams, a leading expert in communication and Author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot”
What makes someone a great “on the spot” communicator? How can using simple communications structures make you more persuasive, clear, and compelling My guest on this episode is with Matt Abrahams, a Stanford lecturer on strategic communications, host of the popular “Think Fast, Talk Smart” podcast, and author of his latest book, “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot”During our conversation Matt and I discuss: Why he believes learning spontaneous communication is like playing a team sport Why you should strive for mediocrity not perfection in your communications His two-step approach to overcoming your anxiety when you are asked to speak How to structure your spontaneous communications so they are clear, concise, and compelling. Why he views feedback as an invitation to problem solve How to give better feedback using his four I’s feedback model Connecting with Matt: Connect with Matt Abrahams on LinkedInLearn more about “Think Faster, Talk Smarter” and all of Matt’s work here
Tue, September 05, 2023
“Leading with Expertise” with Cary Friedman, Global Head of Human Resources at Jefferies
Why is it important for HR leaders to have an area of expertise? How can leading with expertise increase your impact and accelerate your career? My guest on this episode is with Cary Friedman, Global Head of Human Resources at Jefferies.During our conversation Cary and I discuss: How developing his expertise in executive coaching accelerated his career What he learned from being part of the team that established the Pine Street Leadership Group at Goldman Sachs His key learnings as he transitioned into a CHRO role at Jefferies His advice for early career HR professionals on how to be a success and stand out from the crowd Why he believes organizations must invest in developing their people’s skills for the future
Tue, August 29, 2023
“Generational Differences” with Jean Twenge, Professor San Diego State University and author of “Generations The Real Differences between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers and Silents and What they Mean for America’s Future.”
What is fact and what is fiction when it comes to generational differences? How do generational differences impact how we communicate and collaborate? My guest on this episode is Jean Twenge, Professor San Diego State University and author of Generations The Real Differences between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers and Silents and What they Mean for America’s Future.During our conversation Jean and I discuss: Why technology changes over time are the biggest driver of generational differences What makes Gen Z different from other generations and what they want out of work Why today’s young adults are taking longer than ever before to achieve adult milestones How millennials entering the C-Suite are changing our organizations and how we work Why Gen Z values mental health and will expect organizations to value this as well Connecting with Jean: Connect with Jean Twenge on LinkedInLearn more about Jean’s work and research Learn more about Generations The Real Differences between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers and Silents and What they Mean for America’s Future.
Tue, August 22, 2023
The “Fair Pay” Model with David Buckmaster, Total Rewards leader and author of “Fair Pay: How to Get a Raise, Close the Wage Gap, and Build Stronger Businesses”
Why is so important that your organization has a “Fair Pay” model? How can HR leaders lean into compensation design and execution? My guest on this episode is David Buckmaster, Total Rewards leader and author of “Fair Pay: How to Get a Raise, Close the Wage Gap, and Build Stronger Businesses”During our conversation David and I discuss: Why he wishes more HR leaders would question if their current bonus plan is worth it Why he believes that the more transparent a company is about pay, the more formulaic their pay model tends to become The four elements of his “Fair Pay” model and how you can apply it in your organization His tips for negotiating a pay increase or a new job offer Why he believes it is not a good idea to share your salary expectations with a recruiter Connecting with David: Connect with David Buckmaster on LinkedInLearn more about “Fair Pay: How to Get a Raise, Close the Wage Gap, and Build Stronger Businesses”
Tue, August 15, 2023
“Clarity Creates Capacity” with Wagner Denuzzo, Future of Work expert, executive coach, and HR start-up advisor
How does clarity create capacity in an organization? Why is the future of work about culture and connection, not policies and programs? My guest on this episode is Wagner Denuzzo, Future of Work expert, executive coach, and HR start-up advisorDuring our conversation Wagner and I discuss: Why he believes the future of work is about culture and connection, not programs and policies Why he believes HR is becoming more of a business driver and less of a support function His perspective on the promise and challenge of becoming a skills based organization Why organizations need to invest in the leadership skills of their early career talent Why teams, not individuals are the new unit of value creation for organizations Connecting with Wagner: Connect with Wagner Denuzzo on LinkedIn
Tue, August 08, 2023
“What Leaders Expect from HR” with Jay Parker, Founder and CEO of Mentorforce and former President Dell, Personal Computing Group
What do business leaders expect from their HR business partners? What four competencies do all successful leaders have in common? My guest on this episode is Jay Parker, Founder and CEO of Mentorforce and former President Dell, Personal Computing GroupDuring our conversation Jay and I discuss: What he learned from time as a senior executive at Dell and Lenovo The four competencies that all successful leaders have in common Why he started Mentorforce and his vision to rethink leadership development What he believes business leaders expect and want from their HR Business Partners Connecting with Jay or Mentorforce: Connect with Jay Parker on LinkedInLearn more about Mentorforce
Tue, August 01, 2023
“Up Is Not The Only Way” with Bev Kaye, best-selling author, speaker, and founder of Bev K & Company.
How has career development changed over the years? What really matters when it comes to retaining and engaging your team? My guest on this episode is Bev Kaye, best-selling author, speaker, and founder of Bev K & Company.During our conversation Bev and I discuss: The research that led to her classic book, “Up is Not the Only Way” Why she believes career development is the integrating force for all HR processes Why growing in your current role is underrated and often overlooked Why each of us should have six growth orientated career goals Why asking “what can I do to keep you” is the most powerful tool a manager has to retain their people Connecting with Bev Kaye: Connect with Bev Kaye on LinkedInLearn more about Bev K and Company
Tue, July 25, 2023
“Is Performance Management Dead?” with Tami Rosen, Chief People Officer at Pagaya
What is the best way to motivate and drive individual performance? How can we redesign performance management to be more effective? My guest on this episode is Tami Rosen, Chief People Officer at PagayaDuring our conversation Tami and I discuss: Why she thinks of her career in four phases and why you should too What she learned being the first Chief People Officer at three different companies How she has replaced performance management with a “continuous learning cycle” that focuses on learning from successes and failures How being open to receiving feedback can positively impacted your career Why she believes we have changed “where” we work, but not “how” we work Connecting with Tami Rosen: Connect with T ami Rosen on LinkedIn
Tue, July 18, 2023
“The Manager’s Handbook” with David Dodson, author, faculty member at Stanford University, successful serial entrepreneur, a board member of more than 40 companies, and an active investor in over 100 businesses.
Why do some leaders consistently outperform their peers? What is it that differentiates the most effective leaders from the rest? My guest on this episode is David Dodson, the author of “The Manager’s Handbook: The Five Steps to Build a Team, Stay Focused, Make Better Decisions, and Crush Your Competition” In addition to being an accomplished author, David is a faculty member at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, a successful serial entrepreneur, a board member of more than 40 companies, and an active investor in over 100 businesses. During our conversation David and I discuss: His research on the five must-have skills from people who get things done Why you should be hiring based on outcomes, not likability Why he believes “Instant Performance Feedback” is so powerful and how to do it How the most effective leaders find an additional 80 minutes a day without working longer Why being good at seeking and taking advice is a competitive advantage His advice to HR on how to improve the quality of leaders at your company Connecting with David Dodson: Connect with David Dodson on LinkedIn or learn more on his website Read or buy: “The Manager’s Handbook: The Five Steps to Build a Team, Stay Focused, Make Better Decisions, and Crush Your Competition”
Tue, July 11, 2023
“Building People Capability” with Mel Steinbach, Chief People Officer at MasterClass
What does building people capability mean to you? Why is building people capability critical to the success of your organization? My guest on this episode is Mel Steinbach, Chief People Officer at MasterClassDuring our conversation Mel and I discuss: How she transitioned from an executive search leader to a Chief People Officer What she learned working for multinational companies as well as fast growing start-ups Why building people capability is so critical to the success of a business Why she believes LinkedIn has fundamentally impacted how people manage their careers Why learning that is educational and entertaining is more engaging and impactful Connecting with Mel Steinbach: Connect with Mel Steinbach on LinkedInLearn more about MasterClass
Mon, July 03, 2023
“Best of 2022" featuring the top insights and moments of Future of HR podcast in 2022
This week we are re-releasing one of our most popular episodes as our listeners have almost doubled in the past few months. The “Best of 2022” episode features the don’t miss moments from eleven HR executives and thought leaders…So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode? Ken Keener, former CHRO turned Executive Coach Holly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & Wakefield Marc Effron, President of Talent Strategy Group Molly Nagler, SVP & Chief Learning Officer, PepsiCo Angela Lane, VP Global Talent AbbVie Allen Church, former SVP Global Talent, PepsiCo Suzanne Myers, CHRO at Arcosa Jim Shanley, The Shanley Group James Fripp, Chief Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Officer at Yum Brands Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent, General Mills Dr. Steven Hunt, Chief Work, Technology at SAP and author of Talent Tectonics
Mon, June 26, 2023
“HR as a Decision Science” with Dr. John Boudreau & Pete Ramstad
How can HR become more a decision science? Why are decision frameworks just as critical has having good data? My guests on this episode are Dr. John Boudreau & Pete RamstadDuring our conversation we discussed: The partnership that led to their classic book, “Beyond HR” Why HR needs to be a decision science Why making good decisions requires having the right mental model for the situation Why information is most valuable when it corrects decisions that if made would have been wrong Why HR should be using data to measure the quality of decisions that our line managers are making Connect with Dr. John Boudreau & Pete Ramstad: Connect with Dr. John Boudreau on LinkedInLearn more about Dr. John Boudreau and his website Connect with Pete Ramstad on LinkedIn
Tue, June 20, 2023
“Balancing Courage & Humility” with Paige Ross, Global Head of Human Resources at Blackstone
What characteristics separate the best HR leaders from the rest? My guest on this episode is Paige Ross, Global Head of Human Resources at BlackstoneDuring our conversation Paige and I discuss: The importance of a “key question” and the role it can play in assessing talent and potential Why she went against her mentors advice in making a big career decision and how it paid off Why she believes you make better hiring decisions when candidates interview with more people, not less Why she believes HR leaders need to balance courage and humility The promise she makes to the senior leaders that she supports
Tue, June 13, 2023
“Wrong Fit, Right Fit” with Andre’ Martin, PhD, Founder of Shift Space and author of “Wrong Fit - Why How We Work Matters More Than Ever”
How do you know when a role is a wrong fit or a right fit for you? My guest on this episode is Andre’ Martin, Founder of Shift Space and author of “Wrong Fit, Right Fit - Why How We Work Matters More Than Ever”During our conversation Andre’ and I discuss: The three things that determine if a role is a right fit or a wrong fit Why we should be asking ourselves, does my current company appreciate who I am and how I work? Why you shouldn’t judge a company by it’s career page What he believes HR is getting wrong when it comes to the employee experience Why he believes a powerful career starts with understanding if you about the company, a craft, or a cause Connecting with Andre’ Marin: Connect with Andre’ Martin on LinkedInLearn more about Andre’ and his new book , “Wrong Fit, Right Fit”
Tue, June 06, 2023
“Great Leaders Need Truth Tellers” with Ola Snow, CHRO, Cardinal Health
Why do the best leaders seek out and demand to be surrounded by truth tellers My guest on this episode is Ola Snow, CHRO, Cardinal HealthDuring our conversation Ola and I discuss: Her journey from regional HR Director to become the CHRO of Cardinal Health Why she believes it is important to tell leaders what they need to hear, not what they want to hear Why she believes being an authentic leader is the secret to building trust Why you can’t just rely on engagement surveys to understand your employee’s experiences Why she believes the future of HR is about simplification
Tue, May 30, 2023
“Leading When You Don’t Know It All” with Dr. Wanda Wallace, Managing Partner of Leadership Forum
Why is it important that you learn to lead outside of your area of expertise? My guest on this episode is Wanda Wallace, Managing Partner of Leadership ForumDuring our conversation Wanda and I discuss: The common leadership beliefs that she passionately disagrees with Why she believes people get promoted past their level of expertise and what to do about it The importance of executive transitions and why expecting that “execs will figure it out” is a recipe for failure Why it is so important that leaders learn how to lead people who have expertise they don’t have Her advice for female leaders who want to move from being perceived as “operational” to being seen as “strategic” Connecting with Wanda: Connect with Wanda Wallace on LinkedInLearn more about Wanda and her work at Leadership Forum
Tue, May 23, 2023
“Creating a Culture of Trust” with Sam Hammock, EVP & CHRO at Verizon
Why is transparency so important to building a culture of trust?How can HR enable a culture of transparency? My guest on this episode is Sam Hammock, EVP & CHRO at VerizonDuring our conversation Sam and I discuss: Why she believes you can build a career while being remote Her advice on how to be intentional with your networking The importance of transparency in building a culture of trust How Verizon is building transparency in their talent systems Why career conversations are the most important part of the performance management process
Tue, May 16, 2023
“Driving Value & Reducing Complexity” with Miriam Ort, EVP & CHRO at C&S Wholesale Grocers & Symbotic
Why do the most successful HR leaders focus on adding value while reducing complexity? My guest on this episode is Miriam Ort, EVP & CHRO at C&S Wholesale Grocers & SymboticDuring our conversation Miriam and I discuss: Why she believes every HR leader needs to assess their programs against the One Page Talent Management value - complexity curve How her time at PepsiCo helped prepare her to become a CHRO Why HR leaders are best positioned to help leaders diagnose and solve their most pressing business challenges The common pitfalls that can limit an HR leaders success Why power imbalances within the HR team cause dysfunction and how to fix it
Tue, May 09, 2023
“Redefining High Volume Recruiting” with Josh Secrest, Vice President, Marketing & Client Advocacy at Paradox
Why should your candidate experience be high-tech and high-touch? My guest on this episode is Josh Secrest, Vice President, Marketing & Client Advocacy at ParadoxDuring our conversation Josh and I discuss: Why creativity and a passion for analytics are the perfect combination of skills for a talent acquisition leader Why you should have different candidate experiences for different types of frontline roles Why best in class companies are automating everything “before and after” the interview Why employment branding is so critical in the age of high tech and low touch recruiting Connecting with Josh: Connect with Josh Secrest on LinkedIn Paradox - Conversational Recruiting Software
Tue, May 02, 2023
“The Role of the CHRO” with Matt Breitfelder, Head of Human Capital and Partner at Apollo Global Management
What makes someone a great HR leader? Why is it important that the CEO’s agenda be HR’s agenda? My guests on this episode is Matt Breitfelder, Head of Human Capital and Partner at Apollo Global ManagementDuring our conversation Matt and I discuss: Why he believes the CEO’s agenda should also be HR’s agenda The three things that define all successful CHROs Why you should be co-creating your culture with your employees input and how to do it What he learned about coaching and the importance of psychological safety from Pete Carroll, the Seattle Seahawks coach Why caring, clarity, and challenge are the keys to being a great coach Resources mentioned in this episode: Pete Carroll: Building A Winning Organization through Purpose, Caring, and Inclusion by by Ranjay Gulati, Matthew D. Breitfelder, Monte Burke Why Did We Ever Go Into HR : Harvard Business Review article by Matthew D. Breitfelder and Daisy Dowling Good to Great: Why some companies make the leap and others don’t by Jim Collins
Tue, April 25, 2023
“What Works - Mid-Year Reviews” with Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVie and Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and Author
Why are mid-year conversations so important to building a culture of high performance? My guests on this episode are Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVie and Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and AuthorDuring our conversation, Angela, Sergey, and I discuss: How mid-year reviews can impact the performance of the business The three step model that will radically improve how your managers are delivering feedback Why mid-year reviews are not about the conversation, but rather the actions that follow it Why it is important that you hold people leader accountable for having mid-year reviews...and how to do it The common mistakes that leaders make when delivering feedback and how to fix them Connecting with Angela Lane & Sergey Gorbatov: Sergey Gorbatov on LinkedIn Angela Lane on LinkedIn The Edge You Need - Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov’s excellent website that will help you get an edge in your career, performance, and culture
Tue, April 18, 2023
“Overcoming the Microstress Effect” with Rob Cross and Karen Dillon, co-Authors of “The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems—and What to Do about It”
What is a micro stress and how are they impacting you personally and professionally? What can you do to reduce micro stress in your organization and in your personal life? My guest on this episode Is Rob Cross and Karen Dillon, co-Authors of “The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems—and What to Do about It”During our conversation, Rob, Karen, and I discuss: What a micro stress is and how it is impacting us in our everyday lives How microstress is draining our capacity, depleting our emotions, and challenging our identity Why negative interactions have 3 to 5 times the impact of positive interactions How to build resilience against microstress in our lives How managers can reduce microstress on their teams and why it will improve performance Connecting with Rob & Karen: Rob Cross on LinkedIn Karen Dillon on LinkedIn Consortium Web Site: Connected Commons Personal Web Site: Rob Cross New Book: The MicroStress Effect The Microstess Effect App ( Apple or Google )
Tue, April 11, 2023
“Becoming a Trusted Advisor” with Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR
What does it mean to be a trusted advisor to the business? How can HR support leaders to make better and smarter decisions? My guest on this episode Is Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHRDuring our conversation, Anita and I discuss: Why she believes every HR professional should ask themselves “what kind of HR leader do you want to be?” Why she believes HR leaders need to empower the leaders they support to make their own decisions and how to do it Why she starts her stay conversations with one candid and simple question Her advice on becoming a trusted advisor to a CEO or business leader What do when your not aligned with your business leader or CEO Connecting with Anita: Anita Grantham on LinkedIn BambooHR - The complete HR software
Tue, April 04, 2023
“What It Means to be Human in the Age of AI” with Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, author of I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique
How will AI impact you and your organization? Why will AI make emotional intelligence even more important in the future? My guest on this episode Is Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, author of “I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique.” During our conversation, Tomas and I discuss: His early career and how it led him to focus his research and writings on human intelligence How AI plays on our need to 1) relate to others, 2) compete with others, and 3) make sense of our world How AI is making us more impulsive, more biased, and less curious…and what we can do about it Why EQ and “soft skills” will become even more important for leaders in the age of AI Why AI has the potential to quantify job performance for knowledge workers What leaders fear most about the coming age of AI Connecting with Tomas: Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic on LinkedIn or his website
Tue, March 28, 2023
“Inclusion as a Business Driver” with Dane Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder, Eskalera and Former Head of Human Capital, Goldman Sachs
How can a culture of inclusion enables high performance? Why is data so important to understanding and measuring inclusion? My guest on this episode Is Dane Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder, Eskalera and former head of Human Capital, Goldman SachsDuring our conversation, Dane and I discuss: Why he believes organizations need to invest more in their HR professionals How inclusion activates others to bring out their best performance The biggest mistakes organizations make when thinking about inclusion and belonging Why mutual value exchange is a difference maker in collecting actionable data from your workforce Why he believes the CHRO position is one of the most important roles in the C-Suite Connecting with Dane: Dane Holmes on LinkedIn Eskalera - Employee Empowerment Software Built to Scale
Tue, March 21, 2023
“Future-Proof Your Talent Strategy” with Vicki Walia, Ph.D. & Head of HR Business Partners for the US Insurance and Retirement, Prudential Financial
How does your company create value for your customers?How can you develop a talent strategy that is future-proof? My guest on this episode is Vicki Walia, Ph.D & Head of HR Business Partners for the US Insurance and Retirement, Prudential FinancialDuring our conversation, Vicki and I discuss: Her advice for next generation HR leaders on how to stay relevant with their capabilities and in their careers How do develop a dynamic talent strategy for your organization Why people leaders are pivotal in the future of work How HR leaders can become more data-driven and data fluent How to use data to influence and guide business leaders to make decisions
Tue, March 14, 2023
“Finding Your Purpose” with Damon Porter, SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Grange Insurance
What is your “Why” and how can you bring meaning and purpose to the work you do each day? My guest on this episode is Damon Porter, CHRO, Grange Insurance During our conversation, Damon and I discuss: Why the best HR leaders have the ability to influence without authority Why it is important that HR leaders connect to their personal “why” and purpose Why he believes F.L.E.X. is the key to finding success in your career Damon’s practical advice on how to find a sponsor or mentor How to assess if you will be a good fit for an organization’s culture during the interview process
Tue, March 07, 2023
“Leadership for the Next Normal” with Rob Kaiser, Leadership Development Expert & President, Kaiser Leadership Solutions
Why is being a versatile leader so important to your career success How can you develop and scale future ready leaders for your organization? My guest on this episode Is Rob Kaiser, Leadership Development Expert and President, Kaiser Leadership Solutions During our conversation, Rob and I discuss: Why being a leader today is more challenging than in the past How leaders can develop empathy and why it matters Why the best leaders “check in, before they check on” How to improve your leadership versatility Why you should focus on your improving weaknesses, not your strengths Connecting with Rob: Rob Kaiser on LinkedIn Kaiser Leadership Solutions - Leadership Consulting Resources: The Accountability Crisis - Talent Quarterly Books by Rob Kaiser on Amazon
Tue, February 28, 2023
“HR is not about HR” with Dave Ulrich, Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group
What role does HR play in helping your company succeed in the marketplace? Why should you take an “outside-in” approach to building your talent strategy? My guest on this episode Is Dave Ulrich, Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL Group During our conversation, Dave and I discuss: Why HR is not about HR Why your talent strategy needs to start with the one simple question Dave’s advice to next-gen HR leaders on how get promoted faster than your peers Why the expectations for HR are rising and how we can respond How the best leaders use data and their intuition to make decisions Connecting with Dave: Dave Ulrich on LinkedIn RBL Group - Building human capability that delivers business results. Resources: Financial Intelligence: A Manager’s Guide to Knowing What the Numbers Really Mean by Karen Berman & Joe Knight Finance for Nonfinancial Managers , Second Edition by Gene Siciliano
Tue, February 21, 2023
“Leadership is a Team Sport” with Gordy Curphy, Leadership & Team Effectiveness Expert; Managing Partner at Curphy Leadership Solutions
What differentiates high performing teams from low performing teams? How can you build highly effective teams that deliver results? My guest on this episode Is Gordy Curphy, Leadership & Team Effectiveness Expert; Managing Partner at Curphy Leadership Solutions During our conversation, Gordy and I discuss: Why team leaders are the biggest barriers to effective teamwork and what to do about it? Why only 20% of teams are high performing? Why most teams are “hybrids” that must have individual goals and collective goals? Why the teams with the best talent wins is a fact, not a myth How HR leaders can elevate their organization’s ability to building high performing teams? Connecting with Gordy: Gordy Curphy on LinkedIn Curphy Leadership Solutions - Experts in assessing leaders and teams Resources: Article: On the Folly of Rewarding A While Hoping for B by Steve Kerr
Tue, February 14, 2023
“Innovation at Scale” with Greg Till, Chief People Officer, Providence Health System
How can you be more innovative and stop relying on yesterday’s playbook? Why is it important that you define the future of work for your organization, and your organization alone? My guest on this episode Is Greg Till, Chief People Officer, Providence Health System During our conversation, Greg and I discuss: Why he attributes his early career success to being “outcome” focused What he learned about leadership and culture during the pandemic Why he believes flexibility is the new engagement capital Why key demographic trends will only increase the war for talent in the future How asking questions like “why not” can drive innovation
Tue, February 07, 2023
“Workparent - Staying True to Yourself” with Daisy Dowling, Executive Coach and Leading Expert on Working Parenthood
What does “staying true to yourself” mean to you? How can you balance a demanding career and thrive as a working parent? My guest on this episode is Daisy Dowling, Founder & CEO of Workparent and author “Workparent: The Complete Guide to Succeeding on the Job, Staying True to Yourself, and Raising Happy Kids” During our conversation, Daisy and I discuss: Why she went into HR after getting her Harvard MBA What she learned about coaching leaders while at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Blackstone Why she thinks the best talent leaders are “barrier breakers” who help people to unlock their potential Why she asks her coaching clients to define their professional and parenting brand? Why every working parent should have an “already done” list to track their daily accomplishments Her advice for how HR professionals can balance our demanding careers and succeed in their personal lives Connecting with Daisy: Daisy Dowling on LinkedIn Workparent - Support and solutions for all working parents Resources: Why Did We Ever Go Into HR : Harvard Business Review article by Matthew D. Breitfelder and Daisy Dowling
Tue, January 31, 2023
“Culture Renovation” with Kevin Oakes, CEO and Co-Founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp), and Author of “Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakeable Company”
When it comes to culture change, why is it important to be thinking renovation and not transformation? What role do influencers, energizers, and detractors play in culture change? My guest on this episode is Kevin Oakes, CEO and Co-Founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) and author of “Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakeable Company” During our conversation, Kevin and I discuss: Why defining “culture” is less important than taking action to change it Why he thinks every organization should have a “kill the company committee” and how it can drive innovation and culture change Why the first step in culture renovation is to deploy an effective listening strategy How to identify the influencers, energizers, and blockers that are critical to culture renovation How onboarding program designed to build relationships can supercharge your culture Why he believes more Chief People Officers will come from outside the function in the future Connecting with Kevin and i4cp: Kevin Oakes on LinkedIn Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) Resources: Culture Renovation : 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakable Company Hit Refresh by Santa Nadella
Tue, January 24, 2023
“Building a Human-Centered Culture” with Larry McAlister, three-time Head of HR and #1 International Best Selling Author of “The Power to Transform: A Field Guide to Building a Human-Centered, Tech-Enabled Work Culture”
How can you build a human-centered tech-enabled work culture? Why should your talent strategy always come before your tech strategy? My guest on this episode is Larry McAlister, three-time Head of HR and #1 International Best Selling Author of “The Power to Transform: A Field Guide to Building a Human-Centered, Tech-Enabled Work Culture” During our conversation, Larry and I discuss: His advice on how to interview and select your future boss What HR leaders are getting wrong about HR technology How to build an HR tech strategy that aligns to your talent strategy His “1-2-3” model to enable managers to drive high performing teams The key elements of human-centered design Connecting with Larry Larry McAlister on LinkedIn Corporate Humanist Consultancy
Tue, January 17, 2023
“HR Outside the Box” with Lisa Buckingham, former Chief People, Place & Brand Officer at Lincoln Financial Group
How can HR think more like the business leaders they support? How can thinking outside the box be a game changer for your career? My guest on this episode is Lisa Buckingham, former Chief People, Place & Brand Officer at Lincoln Financial Group During our conversation, Lisa and I discuss: How owning functions outside of HR changed her approach to HR Why every CHRO should think of themselves as a Chief Talent Officer Why mentoring early career talent is so important Her advice for next-gen HR leaders on how to stand out from the crowd Her secret to influencing the business and making an impact The importance of HR leaders making their wellness and health a priority Connecting with Lisa Lisa Buckingham on LinkedIn
Tue, January 10, 2023
“Personal Brand Equity” with Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and Author
How can you measure your personal brand? What behaviors have the most impact on your Personal Brand? My guest on this episode is Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and Author During our conversation, Sergey and I discuss the following: How his mindset on growth and taking risks has impacted his career Why building a personal brand is not for everyone The three factors that determine how much your personal brand is worth How you can make your personal brand stand out while still fitting in How someone’s personal brand impacts their performance or talent ratings Connecting with Sergey Gorbatov: Sergey Gorbatov on LinkedIn Website: The Edge You Need Research: Personal Brand Equity
Tue, January 03, 2023
“Executive Recruiting 101” with Justin Hirsch, CEO and HR Executive Search Lead at JobPlex, a DHR company
How can you build a long term relationship with an executive recruiter? What makes a candidate standout from the crowd? My guest on this episode is Justin Hirsch, Chief Executive Officer and HR Executive Search Lead at JobPlex, a DHR company During our conversation, Justin and I discuss the following: What makes a candidate standout from the crowd His advice on what to do if you think you are being ghosted by a recruiter How to build a long term relationship with an executive recruiter The number one source executive recruiters turn to to find talent (hint: it is not just LinkedIn) His favorite interview questions for candidates Connecting with Justin: Justin Hirsch on LinkedIn JobPlex , a DHR company
Tue, December 27, 2022
“Best of 2022” featuring the top insights and moments of Future of HR podcast in 2022
The “Best of 2022” episode features the don’t miss moments from eleven HR executives and thought leaders… So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode? Ken Keener, former CHRO turned Executive Coach Holly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & Wakefield Marc Effron, President of Talent Strategy Group Molly Nagler, SVP & Chief Learning Officer, PepsiCo Angela Lane, VP Global Talent AbbVie Allen Church, former SVP Global Talent, PepsiCo Suzanne Myers, CHRO at Arcosa Jim Shanley, The Shanley Group James Fripp, Chief Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Officer at Yum Brands Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent, Bumble Dr. Steven Hunt, Chief Work, Technology at SAP and author of Talent Tectonics
Tue, December 20, 2022
“The Future of Work” with Steven Hunt, PhD, Chief Expert, Work & Technology, SAP and author of Talent Tectonics
How is technology shifting employee expectations? How will employee experience management impact the future of work? My guest on this episode is Steven Hunt, PhD, Chief Expert, Work & Technology, SAP and author of Talent Tectonics During our conversation, Steve and I discuss the following: How demographic shifts and technology is impacting the future of work Why employee experience is much more than just “engagement & retention” Why you need to assess your employee experience and how to do it Why people are a companies best asset when it comes to adapting to change Resources: Dr. Hunt’s new book: Talent Tectonics ; click here to learn more
Tue, December 13, 2022
“Winning the Inner Game” with Sohee Jun, PhD, Leadership Coach, Bestselling Author, and Leadership Development Expert
How can you define success on your terms? Why is it so important to invest and bet on yourself? My guest on this episode is Sohee Jun, PhD, Leadership Coach, Bestselling Author, and Leadership Development Expert During our conversation, Sohee and I discuss the following: Why she left her corporate leadership role and started her own business Why “Launch, Learn, and Iterate” should be your personal innovation philosophy How to master your inner game and define success on your terms How to manage up and why it matters for your career Connecting with Sohee: Sohee Jun, PhD on LinkedIn Sohee’s website
Tue, December 06, 2022
“Human-Centered Design” with John Foster, former Hulu & IDEO, CPO and founder Gamut Labs
How can human-centered design improve your employee experience? Why is wellness important in enabling high performance? My guest on this episode is John Foster, ex-Hulu & IDEO, CHRO and Founder Gamut Labs During our conversation, John and I discuss the following: Why HR leaders need to think like architects Why you should prototype your HR solutions The four key elements of human-centered design and how to apply them to your organization Why he believes wellness is the foundation for human performance His advice on maintaining wellness for HR professionals Resources: Gamut Labs : John’s platform to advise companies and build tools that help people learn and grow Be True - connect with John to get access this resource Connecting with John: John Foster on LinkedIn
Tue, November 29, 2022
“Leading With Purpose” with Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent Management, Bumble Inc.
What characteristics define the best leaders? How can you lead with purpose and passion? My guest on this episode is Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent Management, Bumble Inc. During our conversation, Anne and I discuss the following: Why she believes early in your career “you have everything to learn” but nothing to prove The four capabilities that differentiate the best talent management leaders Why it is important to align your career decisions with your values What makes Bumble’s culture different than anywhere else she ever has worked The female leaders she admires the most and why
Tue, November 22, 2022
“Building Trust” with James Fripp, Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Yum! Brands
How do you build authentic relationships that lead to trust? Why is it more important to be effective, than right when it comes to equity and inclusion? My guest on this episode is James Fripp, Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Yum! Brands During our conversation, James and I discuss the following: Why you should seek out mentors who are different, not similar to you How to build authentic relationships that lead to trust and a culture of belonging Why he is a business partner first and an equity and inclusion practitioner second His advice for how new Chief Equity and Inclusions Officers can make an impact in their first six months
Tue, November 15, 2022
“How to be a Talent Scout” with Jim Shanley, The Shanley Group
How can you become a talent scout? How do you develop a point of view on how you identify and assess talent? My guest on this episode is Jim Shanley, The Shanley Group During our conversation, Jim and I discuss the following: The seven leaders who influenced his talent philosophy and his leadership style Why the best leaders are talent scouts and how to become one The “five question test” he uses to make a hiring decision…and why it works every time How to go farther and faster in your HR career
Tue, November 08, 2022
“Being Resilient” with Suzanne Myers, CHRO at Arcosa
How do you learn to become more resilient? What is the right and wrong way to think about setbacks in your career? My guest on this episode is Suzanne Myers, CHRO at Arcosa During our conversation, Suzanne and I discuss the following: How being a talent acquisition leader prepared her to become a CHRO Why your employer value propositions should have three layers How to be resilient and overcome career setbacks Why communication skills are the foundation for career success
Tue, November 01, 2022
“Defining Potential” with Allan Church, PhD former SVP, Global Talent Management at PepsiCo
Why is defining potential so difficult to do? What are the three types of potential and when should you use them? My guest on this episode is Allan Church, PhD, former SVP, Global Talent Management for PepsiCo. During our conversation, Allan and I discuss the following: Why the job you think is the “worst” might actually be the “best” for you The three types of potential: why they matter and when to use them PepsiCo’s GREAT5 leadership model and how it applies at different stages of your career Why communicating potential ratings will increase, not decrease employee engagement Books & Resources Discussed: The High Potential's Advantage: Get Noticed, Impress Your Bosses, and Become a Top Leader by Jay Conger & Allan Church Think Outside the 9 Box by Allan Church, PhD Connecting with Allan: Allan Church, PhD on LinkedIn
Tue, October 25, 2022
“Breaking Into Tech” with Humera Malik Shahid, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer & Talent Development, Intuit
How can taking initiative accelerate your career? Why is experimenting the key to learning? My guest on this episode is Humera Malik Shahid During our conversation, Humera and I discuss the following: Why you should follow your passion and not be afraid to take risks How to land your dream job in the tech Why you should evaluate your personal and professional goals every year Her advice for aspiring Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officers
Tue, October 18, 2022
“Achieve Your Career Edge” with Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVie
What is your reputation and how it is impacting your career? How can you be a positive networker, especially early in your career? My guest on this episode is Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVie During our conversation, Angela and I discuss the following: What Angela learned pivoting from a generalist into a specialist role Angela’s Career Edge model and how to leverage it for success How to manage your reputation to achieve your career goals How to network when you are early in your career How to give feedback and why it is an important skill for HR professionals Books & Resources Discussed: The Edge You Need - Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov’s excellent website that will help you get an edge in your career, performance, and culture The Ten Behaviors of the “Positive Networker”
Tue, October 11, 2022
“The Future of Learning” with Molly Nagler, Chief Learning Officer, PepsiCo
Why are your skills and experiences more important than your college degree? How is technology transforming the future of learning? My guest on this episode is Molly Nagler, Chief Learning Officer, PepsiCo. During our conversation, Molly and I discuss the following: Molly’s non-traditional career path from copy editor to Chief Learning Officer How technology is transforming learning and development functions Why Chief Learning Officers of the future will be both anthropologists and technologists Molly’s advice on how to make a successful career pivot outside of your industry Why skills and projects, not pedigree or roles will define the future of HR
Mon, October 03, 2022
“Speaking Truth to Power” with Holly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & Wakefield
Why is it important that we speak truth to power? How can you redesign your current role to super charge your career? My guest on this episode is Holly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & Wakefield. During our conversation, Holly and I discuss the following How and when you should speak truth to power Holly’s advice for aspiring Chief People Officers How to redesign your current role and why it will accelerate your career growth Why you need many mentors throughout your career
Mon, October 03, 2022
“High Performer’s Mindset” with Marc Effron, President, Talent Strategy Group
What differentiates the best HR leaders from the rest? Why it isn’t enough to “know the business, you must love the business My guest on this episode is Marc Effron, President, Talent Strategy Group. During our conversation, Marc and I discuss the following: Marc’s career journey and what led him to co-author One Page Talent Management The unforgettable advice that Marshall Goldsmith gave to Marc The one question that will help advance your career What differentiates the best HR leaders from the rest Books & Resources Discussed: 7 Rules of Power: Surprising--But True--Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career by Jeffrey Pfeffer 8 Steps to High Performance: Focus On What You Can Change (Ignore the Rest) by Marc Effron One Page Talent Management: Eliminating Complexity, Adding Value by Marc Effron & Miriam Ort Talent Management Institute Talent Quarterly Connecting with Marc: Marc Effron on LinkedIn Talent Strategy Group
Sun, September 04, 2022
Being Intellectually Curious and Thinking Like an Consultant with Aaron Sorensen, Lotis Blue Consulting
Why is being intellectually curious so important to your career success? How can you identify, analyze and solve business problems like a consultant? My guest on this episode is Aaron Sorensen, Partner and Chief Behavioral Scientist at Lotis Blue Consulting. During our conversation, Aaron and I discuss the following The skills and capabilities required to be a successful consultant The most common misconceptions about being a consultant How to improve your critical thinking skills Why the next generation of HR pro’s must be digital natives to stay relevant Aaron’s Book Recommendations: Understanding Michael Porter: The Essential Guide to Competition and Strategy by Joan Magretta The Minto Pyramid Principle: Logic in Writing, Thinking, & Problem Solving by Barbara Minto Connecting with Aaron: Aaron Sorensen on LinkedIn Lotis Blue Consulting
Mon, August 29, 2022
Coaching for Change with Former CHRO turned Executive Coach, Ken Keener
Why do some HR leaders have more influence and impact than others? How do you develop the skills and mindset to be a trusted advisor? My guest on this episode is former NiSource, CHRO turned Executive Coach, Ken Keener. During our conversation, Ken and I discuss the following: How he got his start in HR The importance of HR leading, not managing change The steps he took to prepare and become an executive coach. Ken’s Book Recommendations: The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni One Page Talent Management by Marc Effron & Miriam Out Performance Coaching by Dana Gaines Robinson & James C Robinson What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith Connecting with Ken: Ken Keener on LinkedIn Keener Advisors
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