With multiple reports predicting the disappearance of millions of jobs in the coming years, an urgent need for a reskilling revolution has sparked organisations and governments across the globe. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green dives into this pressing topic with Anish Lalchandani, Global Head of Talent Management at Maersk and author of The Skills Advantage: A Human-Centered, Sustainable, and Scalable Approach to Reskilling . Packed with insights, this episode...
Nov 05, 2024•34 min•Season 42Ep. 209
As AI reshapes the HR landscape, many organisations are still grappling with how to turn big investments into real business outcomes. Could talent orchestration be the gap between investment and actionable outcomes? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Jason Scheckner, Senior Director of Business Strategy for HiredScore at Workday, to reveal how talent orchestration is the key to unlocking AI’s full potential and transforming HR operations into a strategic ...
Oct 29, 2024•44 min•Season 42Ep. 208
How is the shift to hybrid and distributed work reshaping the very fabric of your organisation’s networks? And how you can leverage these changes to build more effective teams and drive business success? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Michael Arena, a pioneer in Organisational Network Analysis (ONA), to explore how networks have evolved since the height of the pandemic. Listen in as they explore: How organisational networks have evolved in a distribut...
Oct 22, 2024•37 min•Season 42Ep. 207
Transforming a global company like Mastercard into an AI-powered, future-focused, skills-driven organisation takes more than just bold ideas—it takes visionary leadership and a deep connection between the people and business strategy. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Michael Fraccaro, Chief People Officer at Mastercard, to gain insight into how he and his team are shaking things up in HR. A conversation packed with inspirational actions, you’ll learn ...
Oct 15, 2024•34 min•Season 42Ep. 206
What does it take to lead one of Africa's largest banks through a transformative HR journey, affecting 55,000 employees across 28 countries? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, Sharon Taylor, Chief People and Culture Officer, and Jaco van Vuuren, Chief Operating Officer for Human Capital at Standard Bank Group, reveal the behind-the-scenes journey that’s reshaping how Africa’s largest bank manages its people and drives business success. Hosted by David Green, this episode dives in...
Oct 01, 2024•46 min•Season 41Ep. 205
Organisations are finding that the traditional job-based structures are no longer enough to drive innovation and growth. As they face new challenges and opportunities, businesses are beginning to understand that shifting to a skills-based approach is crucial for future success. To explore how moving to a skills-based organisation can open up new possibilities for organisations, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Tanuj Kapilashrami, Chief Strategy &...
Sep 24, 2024•42 min•Season 41Ep. 204
With AI transforming how we work, HR needs to be prepared for a complete talent shift. But is the function ready for this new reality? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Keith Bigelow, Chief Product Officer at Visier, to explore the critical role HR plays in leading digital transformation—and how AI is changing the game. Together, David and Keith discuss: How HR can lead the charge in digital and AI transformation The impact Generative AI is having...
Sep 17, 2024•39 min•Season 41Ep. 203
What is the impact of a comprehensive people data strategy in HR transformation? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Angela Le Mathon, Vice President of People Data and Analytics at British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company, GSK, to discuss exactly that. GSK is on an ambitious journey toward a digital and data-driven HR transformation, and in this episode, Angela shares how a strong data strategy has been pivotal in making this ...
Sep 10, 2024•34 min•Season 41Ep. 202
Did you know that an estimated 35-40% of the global workforce will be classified as independent workers by 2025? So what does this mean for the future of organisations? And what does it mean for HR leaders who have to navigate this massive shift? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with two industry experts to discuss this very topic. Joining him are Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice at London Business School and Founder of HSM Advisory, and Dia...
Sep 03, 2024•47 min•Season 41Ep. 201
What does it mean to ‘fail’ well? How can you use the art of ‘failing’ to create a thriving organisation? What metrics do you need to gauge whether you are failing well? As we mark the 200th episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green welcomes back Amy Edmondson, a renowned professor at Harvard Business School and a leading voice on psychological safety, to explore these very questions. Tune in as they discuss: The evolution of psychological safety in a post-pandemic world How to...
Jul 30, 2024•39 min•Season 40Ep. 200
Do your employee experience efforts cater to the diverse workforce that make up your organisation’s ecosystem? This episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast looks into this question through the lens of Heidi Manna, Chief People Officer at Jazz Pharmaceuticals. Through innovative employee listening strategies and data-driven approaches, Heidi has achieved great success creating an inclusive employee experience amongst the disparate teams at Jazz Pharmaceuticals. So tune in to learn more about: H...
Jul 23, 2024•41 min•Season 40Ep. 199
Imagine being a super user of your company's own HR technology product. Imagine all the things you could do to innovate and transform HR practices within your organisation. This episode will focus on exactly that. Celebrating HiBob's third year sponsoring the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Nirit Peled-Muntz, HiBob's Chief People Officer, to discuss how the HR challenges they faced during the company's expansive growth inspired and shaped their innovative solutions. T...
Jul 16, 2024•42 min•Season 40Ep. 198
With 15-20% of the population being neurodiverse, why are some of our HR practices still failing to accommodate and leverage this incredible talent pool? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Maureen Dunne, author of the groundbreaking book "The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization”. Maureen provides invaluable insights and practical guidance for HR leaders ...
Jul 09, 2024•48 min•Season 40Ep. 197
In a world where traditional approaches to talent management are falling short, it's time to rethink how we leverage skills to address the global workforce crisis. This episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast will explore exactly that. David Green sits down with John Winsor, the author of "Open Talent: Leveraging the Global Workforce to Solve Your Biggest Challenges," to discuss the transformative potential of leveraging "Open Talent" through John's three-legged model. Join them as they uncove...
Jul 02, 2024•42 min•Season 40Ep. 196
HR practices are rapidly evolving. To support these practices, the creation of a new operating model for people analytics is essential. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Erin Gerbec, Director of People Analytics at Cardinal Health. Erin is a visionary leader who has successfully redefined the operating model for her people analytics team, transforming it into a high-functioning, consultative unit that aligns closely with business goals. In listeni...
Jun 18, 2024•45 min•Season 39Ep. 195
In an era where technology is advancing at breakneck speed, the potential of AI to revolutionise HR and people analytics is undeniable. Yet the challenge for HR leaders lies in how they can effectively harness these innovations to drive real value for their organisations. How can they keep pace with the rapid advancements and ensure that AI is delivering tangible benefits? To discuss this ever-important topic, on this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Arm...
Jun 11, 2024•42 min•Season 39Ep. 194
What does the current landscape of HR and people analytics look like today? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Dirk Jonker, CEO of Crunchr, to discuss the latest developments for the industry. From organisational network analysis to the current focus on skills and generative AI, topics covered in the discussion include: Insights into how people analytics is enabling HR to play a more active role in business transformation and strategic alignment The ...
Jun 04, 2024•40 min•Season 39Ep. 193
Driven by technological advancements and shifting workforce dynamics, the future of work is changing at a rapid pace. For Kate Bravery, Global Leader of Advisory Solutions & Insights, and Ilya Bonic, Head of Strategy and Career Business Leader at Mercer, this means adopting innovative strategies to navigate these changes effectively. As such the dynamic duo have paired up to put these into action through their book, "Work Different: 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age." In this episode o...
May 28, 2024•48 min•Season 39Ep. 192
What does cutting-edge DEI look like in action? For Daisy Auger-Domínguez, author of the influential book, "Inclusion Revolution", it means shaking off the outdated DEI initiatives that no longer serve us and embracing modern strategies that truly drive systemic change. In this episode, David Green is joined by Daisy to dive deep into the transformative world of DEI. Together, they explore how her approaches are redefining what it means to foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. Not only do...
May 21, 2024•43 min•Season 39Ep. 191
As the world of HR and people analytics evolves, how can we best leverage the tools, insight and technologies available to us? In this thought-provoking episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Craig Starbuck, Head of People Analytics at Roku, to explore the critical decision every HR leader faces: should you build your analytics capabilities in-house or buy them from external providers? Leaning in on his ten-year background building and leading people analytics...
May 07, 2024•47 min•Season 38Ep. 190
We all know the world of HR is changing. With the introduction of new technologies and a shift toward more holistic approaches to employee experiences, the traditional boundaries of human resources are rapidly evolving. So, what does modern HR look like today? At LEGO, it looks like a groundbreaking HR model they call "People, Places, and Culture”. To explore how this innovative HR framework is setting new standards in the industry, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David G...
Apr 30, 2024•43 min•Season 38Ep. 189
What constitutes an effective manager today? Worklytics’ research found that the role of the manager has changed exponentially since pre-pandemic. With the rise of hybrid models and distributed teams, greater employee expectations and the need to integrate new technologies – these significant shifts in the workplace are all making the role of managers more complex. To discuss these shifting dynamics, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Catherine Coppi...
Apr 23, 2024•30 min•Season 38Ep. 188
Creating a data-driven HR function isn’t just about number crunching. It is about the ability to turn these insights into stories that captivate, persuade, and inspire action. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, for a deeply insightful conversation on the transformative power of storytelling in the context of HR data and analytics. With the world having shifted dramatically towards distributed teams and digital-first communicatio...
Apr 16, 2024•41 min•Season 38Ep. 187
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Nickle LaMoreaux, Chief Human Resources Officer at IBM, to explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR. With a spotlight on IBM’s pioneering work in integrating AI into HR practices, Nickle shares her invaluable insights into how AI is revolutionising the way we think about talent management, employee engagement and predictive analytics. Key topics discussed in this conversation include: The e...
Apr 09, 2024•51 min•Season 38Ep. 186
How can people analytics enhance the strategic influence of HR? In today’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, we will be exploring that exact question, through the lens of start-up financial services organisation, Chetwood Financial. Having only been on their people analytics journey for a year now, Louise Millar, People Director, and Olivia Edwards, Colleague Engagement Lead, have seen a remarkable shift in the perception of HR by the overall business. From reshaping company culture to ...
Mar 26, 2024•37 min•Season 37Ep. 185
As HR is increasingly becoming a strategic partner in driving organisational success, the call for evidence-based practice (EBP) in HR is louder than ever. But what exactly does it mean to adopt an evidence-based approach? How can it transform how we attract, develop, and retain talent? And how is it different from people analytics? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, Rob Briner, Professor of Organisational Psychology at Queen Mary University of London and Associate Director of Re...
Mar 19, 2024•38 min•Season 37Ep. 184
In an era where the financial justification for HR initiatives is scrutinised more than ever, proving the ROI of culture and employee engagement initiatives is a critical challenge that many HR leaders are facing. However, demonstrating the financial impact of these initiatives is essential if we are to achieve board buy-in and ensure the sustainability of organisational culture in times of change and economic uncertainty. This pressing issue is at the heart of this episode of the Digital HR Lea...
Mar 12, 2024•46 min•Season 37Ep. 183
Do you struggle to be proactive with your long-term goals? Are you constantly putting out fires, with no time to strategise for the long game? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Dorie Clark, a distinguished professor at Columbia Business School, successful entrepreneur and author of the influential book, "The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World." Together, they discuss the three-time celebrated Top 50 Business Thinker in ...
Mar 05, 2024•36 min•Season 37Ep. 182
In the face of unprecedented changes in the world of work, driven by rapid technological advancements, shifting work models and the global economy's volatility, strategic workforce planning has never been more critical. What can we learn from global tech giant, Microsoft, who have been leading the way in navigating these turbulent waters? On this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Becky Thielen, Senior Director of People Analytics at Microsoft, who has bee...
Feb 27, 2024•38 min•Season 37Ep. 181
As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the future of HR and its people strategies are going to be data-driven. However, as we navigate through this digital transformation, finding the optimal equilibrium between human intervention and AI automation within HR processes is key if we are to effectively harness the potential of these technological advancements. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David Green, and guest Bernard Marr, the author of "Data-Driven HR: How to Use ...
Feb 13, 2024•48 min•Season 36Ep. 180
