Strategies never fail—people do. As an authority on the relationship between strategy and human behavior, David Ducheyne engages in a powerful conversation about the negative behaviors that undermine collaboration and strategic progress within companies. David is the founder of Otolith out of Belgium, and we invited him to discuss what makes a meaningful strategy resonate deeper and last longer with employees. His insights resonate with anyone invested in nurturing a workplace culture primed for...
Jan 30, 2024•31 min
Your skills at the start of your career may not be the same when you exit. How can HR leaders help their workforce adapt to the shortening lifespan of skills? Meg Bear , who is a luminary in the HR space, recently concluded her impactful tenure as the President of SAP Success Factors . Meg’s career pause for rest and exploration underlines the importance of stepping back to propel forward. In this episode, Meg reflects on the accelerated pace at which skills are becoming obsolete and the imperat...
Jan 23, 2024•35 min
Modern work often operates based on outdated models, stripping employees of their purpose or removing their growth opportunities. This doesn’t meet our knowledge workers’ needs and well-being. Tonille Miller , founder of EXT , explores the concept of employee disengagement and removing sources of friction as we enter the future of HR work. Inspired by Tonille’s book, “The Flourishing Effect,” the discussion expands on key insights and actionable methods to bolster an environment ripe for growth,...
Jan 16, 2024•34 min
The future of HR sees recruitment evolving faster than ever. Is your talent acquisition strategy ready for tomorrow's challenges? In this episode, Adam Gordon , co-founder of Poetry , dives deep into the “humble, hungry, and smart” hiring philosophy. He brings a progressive twist, focusing on potential and cultural fit over traditional experience metrics. Talent acquisition is no place for the status quo. With this in mind, Adam emphasizes the crucial role of HR in strategic workforce planning, ...
Jan 09, 2024•35 min
What are the emerging trends in HR? How will these trends shape the employee lifecycle journey as 2024 approaches? Join renowned analyst and author Mervyn Dinnen as he explores upcoming HR tides, including the shifting nature of the employee life cycle journey and the concept of “humanless” HR. The fact is, HR is transitioning from a period of management and direction to one of support and enablement. The balance between leveraging technology and preserving humanity in HR leads to a high-perform...
Jan 02, 2024•26 min
As automated and self-guided careers become the norm, what will the future hold for HR managers? Melanie Lougee , Head of Future HR Products at ServiceNow , focuses her work on what will be expected from the HR manager of tomorrow. In this episode, she explores the role managers will play in the evolving workforce, which includes generational differences and post-COVID environments. The future of HR isn’t only limited to changes in work management. It’s also about how managers must adapt their s...
Dec 26, 2023•27 min
The journey from administrative to strategic HR is full of lessons to learn and skills to gain. But what additional insights and guidance can you glean from seasoned CPOs? As a previously experienced CPO, Arjen Mackaaij now serves as Chief People Officer at Front . In this episode, he shares his real-time journey and strategic approach to people operations. Learn how Arjen uses the Strength Finders framework to support unique individual skills within his team, promote effective collaboration, an...
Dec 19, 2023•34 min
In the era of AI and automation, how can HR leaders continue delivering meaningful outcomes when they have fewer resources? George LaRocque , Founder and Principal Analyst of WorkTech, delves into AI use in HR, shedding light on optimizing your workforce and “doing more with less.” In this episode, he shares invaluable insights on data protection, aligning HR with business strategy, and relinquishing the status quo. Drawing from his expertise as an HR industry tech executive, George also explore...
Dec 12, 2023•31 min
The here-and-now of HR work is always on your mind. But do you anticipate what the future will look like? Have you considered what role AI will play and what’s in store for frontline workers? In this episode, Neil Jensen , Future of Work Thought Leader and Strategist at Workday , explores these questions and more. Neil shares his insights on the evolving workforce and the hottest topic in HR right now: generative AI. Throughout the conversation, you’ll find how this technology ties in with the f...
Dec 05, 2023•26 min
The HR journey is filled with lessons, inspirations, and growth. Katie Cox Branham , VP of People at Salesloft , shares her story to motivate others to elevate their game. Hers is a testament to the dedication and drive as the first HR hire at Salesloft, eventually becoming a strategic people leader. In this episode, Katie talks about her early days doing tasks she loved, from reimagining the orientation program to transitioning off old systems and implementing new software. But as she rose in H...
Nov 28, 2023•25 min
What does it really mean to be strategic in HR? In 2022, only 46% of HR leaders were viewed as contributing strategic value to the business by their peers in the C-suite, according to Sapient Insights Group’s 2023-2024 Annual HR Systems White Paper report . This week’s episode centers on the state of strategic HR today and as we approach 2024. Join the conversation recorded live from our recent THRIVE conference in Denver, Colorado, with Cliff Stevenson , Director of Research at Sapient Insights...
Nov 21, 2023•45 min
Exceptional business growth requires exceptional human growth. It’s important to give employees plenty of avenues to take agency over their own careers. Only eight years ago, Alex Genetti , Head of People at Enable , started as a people coordinator and quickly elevated to leading a people function. In that short time, she mastered several skills that support her leadership abilities, including confidence in concise and effective communication about what matters to who matters. Alex shares her in...
Nov 14, 2023•28 min
Imagine getting quality HR software to handle your everyday tasks. How would your role blossom if you had more time to concentrate on the work you love to do? Join the conversation with John Machado , CTO at UKG , as he shares his insights on how technology can empower HR leaders to unlock their full potential. You’ll explore the role of AI in harnessing HR data, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Learn how leveraging technology can eleva...
Nov 07, 2023•29 min
Elevating from individual contributor to C-suite, strategic HR leader is a hard yet worthwhile journey. It requires an identity shift from doer to leader, but the mindset change doesn’t happen overnight. Leadership coach Kelli Thompson , founder of Clarity & Confidence Corporate Women’s Leadership , specializes in helping women advance to rooms where decisions are made. In this episode, she shares her personal experience of transitioning from an administrative role to a team leader. Kelli al...
Oct 31, 2023•26 min
What if HR could be a tool to elevate careers and build productive work-life balances? Even Bolstad , President of the European Association for People Management , explains that in Europe, it’s not a choice between one or the other. In this episode, you’ll learn about the need to upskill and reskill the workforce, the potential social consequences of not adapting to the culture that is (not what it should be), and the importance of learning from diverse HR practices across Europe. *For the entir...
Oct 24, 2023•26 min
Why do some HR leaders struggle with courage and confidence in advocating for themselves or others in the workplace? Michelle Gladieux , founder of Gladieux Consulting and author of “ Communicate with Courage ,” answers this question. As it turns out, the strengths that make you a good HR leader may prevent you from effectively communicating when it matters the most. But it doesn’t have to remain that way. In this episode, Michelle shares the four challenges that hinder people from taking risks ...
Oct 17, 2023•34 min
Building a work culture of appreciation among managers and employees is an HR dream. And while turning that dream into reality isn’t necessarily a snap, it’s not the obstacle you may have thought it once was. In this episode, host Adam Weber sits down with Dr. Paul White , coauthor of “ The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace ,” to explore why and how authentic appreciation in the workplace can transform your office atmosphere, whether it's in-person or remote. Dr. White delves into ...
Oct 10, 2023•24 min
As an HR leader, how do you balance a work culture of strong, visionary, and confident employees with discussions about their challenges, failures, and struggles? You start by normalizing the idea of vulnerability at work. A trained futurist and an authority on workplace leadership, Jacob Morgan delves into his thoughts and concepts from his latest book, “ Leading with Vulnerability ” where he interviewed over 100 CEOs and 14,000 employees. In this episode, he discusses the important challenge o...
Oct 03, 2023•36 min
Have you ever felt guilty for not checking off “go to the gym” after work? You’re not the only one. But this doesn’t have to be a goal for everyone. What if you knew that small, consistent movements throughout the workday are just as impactful? It could be as simple as getting up and stretching your arms to clear brain fog. In this episode, host Adam Weber sits down with movement expert Lara Heimann , founder and CEO of LYT Method, to explore the powerful connections between mind messaging and m...
Sep 26, 2023•30 min
Want to know the secrets to a successful off-site program? Nadia Alaee , Senior Director, HRBP at Deel , has all the answers. She works diligently to build and execute an effective offsite program that brings people together for in-person collaboration. In this conversation, Nadia shares her insights and journey in building and implementing successful off-site events. She dives into several key areas: how to build a foolproof agenda, involve key stakeholders, leverage technology and offline inte...
Sep 19, 2023•36 min
Creating a culture of belonging begins with individual healing. Ritu Bhasin , author of We’ve Got This – Unlocking the Beauty of Belonging , shares how leaders’ personal growth cascades into organization-wide belonging. In this conversation, she unravels the complexity of belonging, leadership, and self-discovery, and how they all intersect to create inclusive and authentic work environments. Get ready to be inspired and challenged as we navigate the personal and professional journeys that shape...
Sep 12, 2023•40 min
Creating a thriving culture requires both empathy and data. Sarah Lovelace , VP of People at Airbase , mixes these two ingredients perfectly. By blending data with human-centered initiatives, she’s built vibrant, successful cultures at several incredible organizations. In this conversation, Sarah shares her insights and her journey in building and implementing effective people practices. She dives into several key areas: connecting a global organization, using data to align leadership on initiat...
Sep 05, 2023•35 min
Analysis paralysis gets the best of us all, especially when it comes to hiring decisions. Gabby Popowitz , Senior Director of Talent & Culture at Boardable , shares her advice for crafting a consistent, empowering talent acquisition program that enables clear decision-making. She explains the importance of combining deep research with structure and simplicity in the hiring process. Gabby also shares what she’s learned about compassion as an HR leader after losing her mom. She emphasizes the ...
Aug 29, 2023•39 min
Sayle Hutchison , CFO of 15Five, is one of the most accomplished CFOs in the software industry, but it took a journey of personal growth to get where she is today. She shares how she’s overcome negative self-talk and shame, developed confidence as a female leader in tech, and committed to creating a life worth living. In this conversation, Sayle unpacks the common obstacles she's seen other high-performing women face on their journey to becoming executives. She explains a concept called the Defe...
Aug 22, 2023•34 min
Core values are even more important than your strategic plan, according to Christine Kaszubski , Chief People Officer at Pindrop . She explains that core values provide a shared vocabulary, vision, and understanding. These elements establish a level of trust that companies lacking a strong set of core values struggle to develop. In this conversation, Christine shares her insights on building a strong organizational culture through actionable core values and culture champions. She also provides g...
Aug 15, 2023•36 min
Focusing on the human experience is crucial to effective HR leadership, whether you’re seeking to protect your organization, develop leaders, or foster employee growth. Andrea Butcher , CEO of HRD , author of the Human Resource Kit for Dummies , and host of the Being [at Work] podcast, breaks down the importance of human connection in these key areas of HR. She shares her perspective on how HR has shifted over the past two decades, explains how to create more human work environments, and offers ...
Aug 08, 2023•23 min
As HR leaders, we’re working inside broken systems. How do we positively influence our organizations despite the systemic issues we face? Kara Kirby , CEO of Insights Leadership Group and host of the Pop! On Leadership podcast , shares how HR leaders can borrow skills from sales to influence their organizations for the better. In this conversation, Kara emphasizes the importance of advocating for yourself, speaking the language of your audience, and starting small. She discusses the most broken ...
Aug 01, 2023•27 min
Employee experience is an all-encompassing concept. It’s not limited to what happens to an employee, but includes everyone and everything that touches their day-to-day. Mary Slaughter , author and Distinguished Principal Research Fellow at The Conference Board , brings her decades of C-suite to discuss comprehensive employee experience, including the emotions of your employees, employee trust in the midst of layoffs, and the importance of prioritizing leadership development. Mary combines her de...
Jul 25, 2023•36 min
Have a burning HR or people ops question and don’t know who to turn to? Adam Weber and the HR Superstars Hotline is here to help. On this show, you get to hear from truly stellar people leaders and how they think about running extraordinary companies and cultures. While Adam occasionally shares some of his ideas alongside them, we thought we’d switch things up and give you a glimpse into how he thinks about the world of progressive HR, people operations, and doing business a little differently t...
Jul 18, 2023•9 min
If you’re feeling stagnant in your growth as a leader, the missing piece of the puzzle may be self-awareness and stillness. In this conversation, Gretchen Schott , Chief Learning Officer at Threefold , emphasizes the need to slow down and quiet the noise to enable personal and organizational growth. She explains how making time to reflect and cultivating a practice of stillness allows you to create a culture of growth, empowerment, and fulfillment for yourself and your employees. Gretchen also e...
Jul 11, 2023•28 min
