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Humanising the Future of Work

Deloitte UKwww2.deloitte.com
Here at Deloitte we believe the future of work brings many exciting opportunities for organisations to re-imagine the way in which they work. This podcast series will discuss how to keep the future of work ‘human’. In plain English, we will unravel some of the jargon and ‘mystique’ around future technologies, or their wider implications, and discuss how organisations can ensure they positively impact the future organisation and future worker. For any questions, contact our UK FoW team: [email protected]

Episodes

Season 4 - Episode 1: Business & HR leaders’ mindsets on how to manage talent shifting

Season 4 kicks off with a discussion on the latest trends and insights of managing talent in the AI age. Listen to experts Jason Cerrato (VP, Talent Centred Transformation at Eightfold), and Jim Lenga-Kroma (Director, Talent & Skills Transformation at Deloitte) reveal how forward-thinking organisations are outpacing the competition by transforming themselves and their approach to Talent.

Nov 27, 202439 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Episode 8: Season 3 wrap up

Season 3 of Humanising the Future of Work has officially come to an end! We explored some fascinating and critical topics about the future of work, including: • The human impact of Gen AI • Mindset shifts for leaders and continued disruption • The momentum and power of human nature In our final episode, join Daniel and our guests as they revisit the key themes of the season, diving deep into the biggest challenges and most exciting opportunities that lie ahead. This wrap up episode features: • D...

Oct 15, 202436 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Season 3 - Episode 7: Expanding Horizons: The North-West as the UK’s growth leader?

Is the North-West now primed to be the UK’s growth leader? In the latest episode of Humanising the Future of Work, we delve into the untapped potential of the North-West, and wider Northern region, with its advantageous geographical position and established industry capabilities. We hear from two very proud northerners Rosina Murdoch and Jo Ahmed as they shed light on the crucial factors that can unlock growth in the North-West. From substantial investments in infrastructure to fostering innovat...

Jul 23, 202439 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Season 3 - Episode 6: Generative AI: Friend or Foe?

As the use of Generative AI becomes more prominent and prevalent across organisations, it is evident that this cutting-edge technology has the potential to revolutionise the way we work. Hear from Melissa Bramwell - Director in Deloitte’s Human Capital practice and Varvn Aryacetas – AI Strategy & Innovation Practice Leader for UK, as they discuss the rise of GenAI and the opportunity it brings to organisations and the workforce. While Generative AI promises to boost growth and productivity, it's...

Jun 13, 202437 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Season 3 - Episode 5: Thriving in complexity - The growing role of leaders in today's world of work

The challenges facing leaders in today's world of work are complex and multifaceted, requiring them to possess a diverse set of skills and knowledge to succeed. Hear from Danny Harmer – Chief People Officer at Aviva and Deloitte’s Euan Isles – Head of Leadership as they discuss the evolving role of leaders and how organisations can create environments for them to thrive in. From navigating changing technology and the rise of Generative AI, to balancing business success with employee well-being, ...

Apr 24, 202445 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Season 3 - Episode 4: Human centred productivity - the future of growth

Is there more to measuring productivity than the metrics traditionally used for over a century to define business performance? Hear from Nicole Scoble-Williams, Global Future of Work Leader from our UK practice, Marianne Green, Human Centred Transformation Lead and Debo De, Senior Economist who discuss how productivity metrics are being redefined and why more organisations are moving towards human-centric and value-based measurements to drive business outcomes, and human outcomes. Our experts al...

Mar 19, 202442 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Season 3 - Episode 3: More than an app - role of wellbeing in purposeful growth

With mounting pressure on people in both their personal and professional lives, are organisations doing enough to provide the tools to help their employees thrive, whilst encouraging purposeful growth? We explore this theme with Ryan Hopkins - Future of Wellbeing Leader at Deloitte, Adam Barringer - Lead FS Risk Analytics Partner and Wellbeing Champion from our Australian Practice and Rob Stephenson - Founder and CEO of FormScore which is helping the world become more intentional about wellbeing...

Sep 01, 202345 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Season 3 - Episode 2: Driving purposeful growth through storytelling

Stories have always been a powerful method of sharing human experiences but how are they being utilised to drive organisational growth? Hear from Nick Turner , UK Chief Growth Officer and Caroline Hooley, Creative Director for Growth as they explore how compelling storytelling is a strategic tool to unpack complex ideas and provide solutions to accelerate triple bottom line growth and drive transformational change.

Jul 04, 202336 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Season 3 - Episode 1: Growth in turbulent times

Are we on the brink of an economic turning point? Our experts explore the trajectory of our turbulent economy and the implications for the labour market. We are joined by Ian Stewart, Chief Economist and Kate Sweeney, Human Capital Consulting Leader who explore the economic cycle and its impact on organisations. They discuss the workforce trends we are seeing during this turbulence, and how skills, technology and training play an invaluable role in building organisation resilience and setting up...

Jun 07, 202338 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Episode 6: The Skills-based Organisation

As leaders look for ways to future-proof their organisations and stay ahead in the war for talent, they are adapting their talent processes and many organisations are placing skills and human capabilities at the heart of their workforce transformation. Hear from Ina Gantcheva from our Workforce Transformation practice and Shannon Custard, Global Competence Development Manager from IKEA, Ingka Group as they discuss the shift organisations are making from jobs to skills-based. They explore how a s...

Mar 20, 202340 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Episode 5: Aligning ambitions between HR and the wider enterprise

The new world of work has brought on many digital challenges and opportunities for organisations. However existing capabilities are being tested as they align their business outcomes to their customer needs. Our experts will discuss how the enterprise and HR are transforming themselves with a shift toward product and experience led operating models. We discuss the challenges both the enterprise and HR face, and discuss why investing in their people is critical to succeed in their transformation ...

Dec 23, 202240 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Episode 4: Sustainability in the Future of Work

In our recent podcast, our team of experts explored: Sustainability in the Future of Work. With the global race to achieve net-zero, sustainability and green skills are now a business priority. Hear from Devin-Paul O’Brien and Persis Mathias from our Human Capital practice who discuss how organisations are navigating the journey towards a green economy in a smart and sustainable way, and what this means for leadership and the workforce.

Nov 30, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Episode 3: Should I stay, or should I go? The reality of hybrid working

What are the impacts of hybrid working on the workforce, how will hybrid working influence the war for talent and retention, and what are the indirect consequences on diversity and inclusion? Our Deloitte experts discuss the key considerations around hybrid working, from the importance of experimentation, to the effects on employee experience, and how to measure the success of hybrid working. Listen now!

Nov 18, 202124 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Episode 2: Human powered Shared Services

What's the relevance of Shared Services today and how are Shared Services reacting to disruption and continuing to provide business value? Our experts discuss the continued importance of Shared Services, the Future of Work trends most impacting this organisational construct and how to ensure humans are at the heart of Shared Services - as a function and as a consumer/customer engaging with this network. Also, when thinking about the longer-term future of Shared Services what should organisations...

Sep 13, 202124 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Episode 1: HR in disruption

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the role of HR, but 18 months on, what are the biggest and most impactful trends that have been forced on the function? How does this impact the value HR delivers to business and where can HR bring the most value? Our experts discuss these important questions, along with the blockers HR face and how this varies across industries, and the implications of external challenges. Have a listen!

Sep 13, 202134 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Human Capital Trends 2021 European Special Report: A deep dive

In this special episode, our experts deep dive into the key stats from Deloitte's European Special Report, to highlight the most important trends to watch in 2021. From Re-architecting work, to worker wellbeing, reskilling and superteams, our experts discuss all

Jun 23, 202123 min

Audiobook: Global Human Capital Trends 2021 European special report

In this special episode of our Humanising the Future of Work podcast, we have added the audiobook of the Global Human Capital Trends 2021 European Special Report . Here we explore the five workforce trends most affecting HR and business execs. The chapter timings Introduction - 00:00–04:18 Trend 1: Wellbeing - 04:20–17:59 Trend 2: Reskilling - 18:02–30:32 Trend 3: Superteams - 30:34–41:49 Trend 4: Workforce strategies - 41:52–55:11 Trend 5: A memo to HR - 55:13–1:07:17 From survive to thrive - 1...

Jun 11, 20211 hr 13 min

Episode 10: From survive to thrive

What lessons have we learned from COVID-19 about work, workforce and workplace? Deloitte's 2021 Global Human Capital Trends report sheds some light on what matters most to organisations and employees, and our experts discuss how this all comes together to move from surviving to thriving.

Feb 04, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 9: The multigenerational workforce

How have the expectations of the workforce shifted and what do you think the expectations of the next generation of the workforce be? How has the workplace changed, along with leadership styles and practices? In this episode, our four speakers discuss all of these important topics, listen here.

Oct 23, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Bonus episode 5: A memo to HR and returning to work in the Future of Work

In this final bonus episode our speakers discuss the changing role of the HR function in an organisation. How do we expect the core skillset of HR professionals evolve in the next 5 years? How should they try and expand their focus and influence, especially after being at the forefront of the organisations response to COVID-19? Our experts discuss all.

Oct 07, 202023 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Bonus episode 4: Perspective: Workforce strategies, ethics and the Future of Work

In this episode, our speakers talk about the third paradox of the trends report for this year - Perspective. How can organisations get the most out of data and also realise the value of real time data? Workforce strategies have never been as important as they are now, in light of COVID-19, and being able to successfully leverage workforce data is a big part of this. So where do you start on this journey? Find out.

Sep 30, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Bonus episode 3: Potential: AI and superteams

In this episode our speakers take a look at the second paradox of this year’s trend report – Potential, exploring security in a world of reinvention. What impact is AI and automation having on work, the workforce and workplace? Our speakers discuss how AI can be used to establish consistency, increase productivity and unlock value in teams. Have a listen!

Sep 23, 202028 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Bonus episode 2: Purpose: Belonging - from comfort to connection to contribution

In this episode our speakers talk about the first of three paradoxes mentioned in this year’s trends report – Purpose. What does it mean to ‘belong’ in an organisation?​ How do companies balance their tech transformations while engaging with the workforce at human level, fostering belonging and individuality, while also prioritising wellbeing which has become an important differentiator for organisations.

Sep 16, 202024 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Bonus episode 1: Introduction: Returning to work in the Future of Work

In the first bonus episode, host Sam Shindler-Glass, along with our subject matter experts, takes a close look at the key trends from this year’s Human Capital Trends 2020 report. Our speakers discuss the headlines from this year’s report and provide an introductory overview into the key trends and the three paradoxes – Purpose, Potential and Perspective.

Sep 09, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Episode 8: Is there a future for HR Tech?

HR Technology has changed massively over the last 5-10 years, with more of a focus now on understanding how tech can deliver end to end talent experiences, and insights around productivity and wellness. The shift of HR's role to be the owner of productivity and employee experience, leveraging HR tech and data to add value across the organisation, is having a big impact on the HR function. Find out more!

Jun 29, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Episode 7: Is there a future for HR?

Massive shifts in technological capabilities are driving change within HR. Even though technology is replacing some traditional HR roles, it is also opening up new possibilities and creating new requirements which HR needs to fill. How does HR pivot in order to achieve this? Our speakers discuss all things around the future of HR...

May 27, 202027 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 6: The power of immersive learning

What is immersive learning and how are immersive experiences enabled and delivered? Our expert speakers discuss the significance of this learning method, how it can be used to develop skills of the future and what it is we need future generations to learn.

Apr 17, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Episode 5: Making workplaces human

What is the impact of the future of work on real estate? What does the future workplace look like and how can organisations achieve a workplace of the future? We discuss these big questions with the Deloitte Real Estate Consulting team.

Mar 05, 202031 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Episode 4: Being human first – gearing up to deliver experience

What is human experience (Hx)? Why is it becoming more emotive and important in the world today? As we re-imagine the way we engage with tech and what work is, businesses are becoming human-centred in their design. Andy Sandoz, Chief Creative Director at Deloitte and Richard Evans, Director within our Human Capital Practice and Employee Experience Lead, discuss all things Hx - from brand impact to customer experience and the impact on society as a whole.

Feb 12, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Episode 3: Future skills: Keeping the workforce human

What are the skills of the future? In this episode our experts discuss the importance of 'human' skills and capabilities and why these are essential to business. But how can organisations develop the skills needed for the future of work, and what key blockers are they likely to encounter when reskilling? Listen to find out! Speakers Jonathan Eighteen , Director, Human Capital Aoife Kilduff , Senior Consultant and member of the Future of Work team...

Dec 16, 201927 minSeason 1Ep. 3
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