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In this series, David Green will be speaking to a range of senior HR leaders who are pushing a data-driven and digital HR agenda. There is an increasing need for HR professionals to become more digitally and numerically literate – to acquire the skills necessary to process, produce and leverage digital information to create business value. You'll hear from people leaders who are driving transformation in their organisations on how HR can prepare for the future and what HR leaders need to do to prepare for the Future of Work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to Democratise Data for People Manager Effectiveness (an Interview with Lexy Martin)
In this episode, host David Green is joined by Lexy Martin, a pioneering figure in the People Analytics field. With over five decades of experience at the intersection of technology and HR, Lexy has been a driving force in advocating for the integration of data and analytics into HR practices. Together, David and Lexy explore the dynamic insights from Lexy’s research at Visier on the significance of democratising data and insights for people managers. During the conversation, you can expect to explore: The remarkable journey of Lexy’s successful career An exploration of the power of democratising data and insights for people managers, unveiling key findings from Lexy's recent research at Visier The symbiotic relationship between data-driven practices and fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within organisations The visionary perspective on the future of people analytics, and how organisations can stay ahead of the curve Concrete strategies to cultivate a data-driven and digitally literate HR culture within organizations Support from this podcast comes from Visier. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.visier.com/ Link to Visier’s groundbreaking research ‘Unlocking Manager Effectiveness: The Next Driver of Value: https://www.visier.com/lp/manager-effectiveness-report/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:4605/09/2023
How to Build a Thriving Workforce Ecosystem (an Interview with Elizabeth Altman and Robin Jones)
Step into the world of workforce ecosystems as Elizabeth Altman and Robin Jones - esteemed co-authors of the influential book 'Workforce Ecosystems: Reaching Strategic Goals with People, Partners, and Technologies' - join David Green on the Digital HR Leaders Podcast. In this captivating episode, prepare to uncover the practical insights behind redefining traditional workforce management and embracing the dynamic potential of modern workforce ecosystems. Discover an exciting array of topics, including: - The hidden facets of a thriving workforce ecosystem - The interplay between workforce ecosystems and broader business strategies - The shifts and changes required for HR leaders to transition to ecosystem orchestration - Navigating the complexities of integrating diverse talent pools, from contingent workers to full-time employees, for optimal performance and engagement - The key considerations for integrating technology into the workforce ecosystem Listen to the Digital HR Leaders Podcast and embark on a transformative journey toward a future of unparalleled success. Support from this podcast comes from Worklytics. You can learn more by visiting: www.worklytics.co/DigitalHRLeaders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:4425/07/2023
How Amazon Scales People Analytics Through Experimentation and Productisation (an Interview with Ian O’Keefe)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Ian O’Keefe, Head of Analytics at Amazon. With an impressive background working at renowned companies like Google and JP Morgan, Ian brings his wealth of experience to the table as he shares his insights on the evolution of people analytics teams and the critical role of a product mindset. Key topics covered in this episode include: Reflections on the evolution of the people analytics discipline over the years Different types of operating models observed in various organisations, including Amazon's federated model The role and importance of experimentation in people analytics and HR, and the significance of a product mindset in scaling people analytics Skills and capabilities required for successful productisation of people analytics Practical tips and learnings for HR leaders looking to embrace experimentation and productisation Predictions on the future of the people analytics field and the potential role of generative AI Support from this podcast comes from Worklytics. You can learn more by visiting: www.worklytics.co/DigitalHRLeaders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:2118/07/2023
How to Successfully Lead the Return to Office (an Interview with Philip Arckoll)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green dives deep into the current dynamics surrounding the return to office. Joining David in this enlightening conversation is Philip Arckoll, CEO and founder of Worklytics, renowned for their expertise in workforce analytics. Together, they explore: - The pros and cons of remote and in-office work - The challenges in transitioning back to the office and successful mitigation strategies - Understanding network density and social capital metrics - Balancing employee privacy and data insights - Applications of generative AI in collaboration and productivity - The future of Organisational Network Analysis (ONA) Gain valuable insights into striking the right balance, fostering employee trust, and creating a productive work environment in this thought-provoking episode. Support from this podcast comes from Worklytics. You can learn more by visiting: www.worklytics.co/DigitalHRLeaders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:4211/07/2023
Empowering HR and People Analytics Leaders in Managing Microstress (an Interview with Rob Cross and Karen Dillon)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by co-authors of the very timely book: "The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems — and What to Do about It." As experts in their field, they shed light on the significance of understanding microstress in today's burnout-prone world and share valuable insights on how we can enhance our wellbeing. Here are some key points covered in the conversation: Differentiating microstress from conventional stress and understanding its unique implications Exploring the brain's response to microstress and the long-term effects on neurological and physical well-being Unveiling the main sources of microstress Strategies for combating microstress and fostering wellbeing on an individual level Understanding the impact of microstress on team dynamics and organizational culture Practical steps for HR and people leaders to implement practices that alleviate microstress in the workplace Support from this podcast comes from Worklytics. You can learn more by visiting: www.worklytics.co/DigitalHRLeaders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54:2305/07/2023
Rethinking Leadership for the Future of Work (an Interview with Heather McGowan)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Future of Work Strategist and esteemed co-author of the books The Adaptation Advantage and The Empathy Advantage. Heather McGowan is renowned for her expertise in all things related to the future of work, and this conversation promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of the shifting landscape of work and the critical role of empathetic leadership. Expect to learn more about: How the pandemic transformed the way we work and the four significant shifts in leadership that emerged as a result The link between empathy and performance The challenges faced by existing leaders who have been taught that an autocratic leadership style leads to success, and how they can embrace empathy as a transformative approach The evolving role of HR professionals and the areas they should focus on to drive business value in the future Practical steps individuals can take to transition and benefit from the 'empathy advantage' in their personal and professional lives The implications of technological advancements like generative AI on companies and the future of work Efficient ways of training and developing employees in a rapidly changing skills landscape Support from this podcast comes from Worklytics. You can learn more by visiting: www.worklytics.co/DigitalHRLeaders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50:0727/06/2023
People Analytics, Now and the Future: Insights from Wharton PAC
Inspired by the recent Wharton People Analytics Conference, in this special episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David Green takes us on a journey through the history, present and future of people analytics. Incorporating insightful conversations with many influential leaders in people analytics, such as Prasad Setty, former Head of the People Analytics team at Google, and Dawn Klinghoffer, the Global Head of People Analytics at Microsoft, this episode will be exploring the evolution of people analytics over the past decade, its growing impact on businesses, and the future trends that will shape this field. Throughout this episode, expect to learn more about: The Five Ages of People Analytics Model How people analytics has transformed over the past decade The growing influence of people analytics on organisations, as data-driven insights reshape decision-making processes and enhance business performance The key trends that will define the future of people analytics, including emerging technologies, ethical considerations, and the evolving role of HR professionals. Whether you are an HR professional, business leader, or simply curious about the transformative potential of people analytics, this episode is a must-listen. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:1513/06/2023
How to Position Employee Experience at the Centre of Corporate Culture (an Interview with Aaron Falcione)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Aaron Falcione, CHRO and instrumental figure in the formation and cultural development of Organon – a company dedicated to the health and well-being of women. From policy creation to employee listening, Organon’s HR strategies have all been created with the company’s mission in mind – women’s health. Key topics covered in this episode include: Unveiling the role of HR in shaping Organon's empowering culture and mission Pioneering policies that champion women's health and well-being Unleashing strategies for fostering an extraordinary employee experience Harnessing the power of employee voices in decision-making for remarkable outcomes Uniting employee feedback and organisational data to drive impactful initiatives Revolutionising performance management processes for enhanced results Gaining invaluable insights and advice for aligning culture with the company's mission If you’re looking to unlock the secrets to driving organisational success through an employee-centric approach, then this episode is for you. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
52:5006/06/2023
From HR to People Operations: Unlocking the Secrets of Modern HR Success (an Interview with Ian White)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Ian White, CEO of Charthop – a platform dedicated to helping data-driven people operations teams. As an HR technology leader, Ian brings valuable insights into the evolving world of HR management and the role of technology in shaping the future of HR. Together, David and Ian explore the concept of people operations and its transformative impact on businesses' HR operations. They delve into: The characteristics and differences between modern people operations teams and traditional HR roles The importance of transitioning to people operations in today's workforce and its alignment with employee needs and expectations The role of technology in supporting the transition to people operations and the challenges companies face in adopting a digital approach to HR The potential of generative AI in supporting people operations and people analytics, along with ethical considerations The skills HR professionals need to prevent biases and manage ethical implications when using generative AI Ian's insights on the future evolution of HR technology and the new capabilities in the Charthop platform to support modern people operations teams This conversation is for every HR leader and professional seeking to understand the evolving world of HR management and the role of technology in shaping the future of HR. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42:4530/05/2023
How to Navigate Your Organisation's DEI Journey (an Interview with Ella F. Washington)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Dr Ella F. Washington, Professor of Practice at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, CEO of Ellavate Solutions and author of “The Necessary Journey: Making Real Progress on Equity and Inclusion”. Ella has dedicated her career to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces and, in this episode, she shares her research on how organisations can navigate their DEI journey through her DEI Maturity Model. In this conversation, expect to learn more about: Ella’s DEI Maturity Model that outlines the different stages of an organisation's DEI journey The three P's of DEI journeys: purpose, pitfalls, and progress Common mistakes organisations make on their DEI journey How organisations can measure their DEI progress and what they should focus on next This episode is for all the people and HR leaders and professionals looking to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53:0323/05/2023
How Raytheon Technologies Productises People Analytics at Scale (an interview with Aashish Sharma)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Aashish Sharma, VP of Workforce Intelligence at Raytheon Technologies. As the founding leader of the workforce intelligence function at Raytheon Technologies, Aashish has seen first-hand how the field of people analytics and HR has evolved in the last few years. This is where the workforce intelligence function at Raytheon was born. In this discussion, expect to learn more about: The evolution from "people analytics" to "workforce intelligence" Productising people analytics at scale Organisational challenges and guidance for aspiring people analytics leaders Supporting a company through mergers and acquisitions Positioning workforce intelligence during cost-saving measures The impact of M&A on workforce planning The future of people analytics with AI and machine learning Overall, this episode offers valuable insights for HR leaders and people analytics professionals navigating organisational transformations and building impactful workforce intelligence functions. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55:5316/05/2023
Creating a Future-proof Company Through Organisational Design and Workforce Planning
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Deloitte’s Managing Director of Organisational Design function, Don Miller, and Jesse Jacks, Senior Manager of Organisational Strategies and Design, also at Deloitte. As experienced consultants with a deep understanding of the current economic climate, Don and Jesse share their insights on building a workforce that aligns with financial and business goals. This conversation will cover: - Strategies for looking beyond cost and head count to focus on skills, capacity and performance - The common belt-tightening mistakes that they see in the market, using client examples - How businesses should be thinking right now, and the importance of speed in decision-making - How HR teams can take on more responsibility in workforce planning and organisational health - Using data-driven insights such as Organisational Network Analysis (ONA) to build an adaptable and future-proof workforce - Practical tips for HR professionals to build their capabilities and deliver value and impact to the business Support from this podcast comes from Orgvue. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.orgvue.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50:4802/05/2023
How Meta Developed a High-Performing People Analytics Team (an Interview with Alexis Fink)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Alexis Fink, Vice President of People Analytics and Workforce Strategy at Meta, to discuss the critical role of people analytics in shaping the future of work. A thought leader in the industry, Alexis brings over two decades of experience in the field of HR analytics and insights to the conversation. Throughout the episode, she and David explore: - How the people analytics function has evolved over the years - The different types of people analytics team structures and how they can be built for optimal results - Alexis’s three-dimensional approach to building people analytics teams - The importance of a strong HR and people analytics relationship - The skills, competencies, and behaviours required for HRBPs and people analytics professionals to be effective as the world of work continues to evolve - The importance of IO psychology in the field of people analytics - Alexis’s valuable insights and practical tips for scaling up people analytics teams - How people analytics will continue to evolve and shape the future of work Overall, this episode offers a wealth of insights and practical tips on people analytics from a true thought leader in the field. Support from this podcast comes from Orgvue. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.orgvue.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:5725/04/2023
Planning for Economic Uncertainty: Workforce Planning in Action (an Interview with Oliver Shaw)
In recent months, we've been inundated with news of economic downturns, and mass layoffs in high-profile companies. Though, as HR professionals, we know all too well that not planning your labour cost-cutting strategies effectively can have significant unintended costs for both the company and its employees. That's why in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David sits down with Oliver Shaw, the CEO of Orgvue, to discuss the importance of effective planning in the face of economic uncertainty. This conversation will cover: - The specific challenges companies are experiencing today due to economic downturns - The importance of effective planning to avoid unintended consequences of cost-cutting strategies - The steps that companies can take to plan for the future and avoid knee-jerk reactions - Planning for the unplanned and preparing for unforeseen circumstances - Workforce planning and organizational design coming together under people analytics - Building skills from workforce planning and using them for organizational design and vice versa Support from this podcast comes from Orgvue. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.orgvue.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:5818/04/2023
How Johnson & Johnson are Scaling Their Skills-Based Approach to Talent (an Interview with Christina Norris-Watts, Ph.D & Doug Shagam)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Christina Norris-Watts, Ph.D, Head of Assessment and People Practice, along with Doug Shagam, Head of People Data and Insights, from Johnson & Johnson. Doug and Christina have been making waves in creating a skills-based approach to talent management at J&J, and today they are going to walk us through their journey, and share some of the practicalities that aided their success. This conversation will cover: - The reasoning behind J&J’s transition towards a skills-based organisation - The different methods approached at the start of their journey - The details of their pilot, and what they learnt from that - How they are scaling the deployment of skills across the organisation - How they are getting buy-in from all stakeholders - The role of people analytics in building a skills-based organisation, and the skills HR need to obtain and develop to make this a success. Support from this podcast comes from Orgvue. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.orgvue.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:1611/04/2023
How Global Brands Manage Successful DEI Programs (an Interview with Lauren Guthrie)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Lauren Guthrie, Vice President of Global Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Action (IDEA) and Talent Development at VF Corporation. Responsible for the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Action of multiple brands under the VF Corporation umbrella, Lauren brings a unique perspective to the conversation as she works with various brands, set with their own cultures, consumer bases and values. This conversation will cover: - The additional "Action" pillar to the IDEA strategy and how VF Corporation is embedding equity within its culture and brands - How she leverages data to identify areas for improvement and addresses the challenges of tailoring solutions to each brand's unique operating agenda and consumer base - How recent black swan events such as the pandemic have changed the way VF Corporation approaches Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Action with their brands - How VF Corporation measures the effectiveness and impact of their IDEA initiatives, including the effect on consumer and talent retention - Advice on how to create a leader-led strategy where IDEA is not just owned by a team, but the whole organization Support from this podcast comes from Orgvue. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.orgvue.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:3504/04/2023
How to Turn People Data into Actionable Insights (an Interview with Caroline O’Reilly)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Caroline O’Reilly, GM of People Analytics at Workday. With her experience as both an engineer and a people leader, Caroline has unique insights into the challenges organisations are facing when it comes to managing people data. And as someone who speaks to Workday's customers every day, Caroline shares her thoughts on the main challenges organisations face in today’s volatile digital world. This conversation will cover: - The issue of fragmented data and how to solve it - How to plan, execute and analyse data - How to get started with understanding your data - How to create a more data-driven culture - Moving the dial of diversity, equity and inclusion - The importance of moving from getting employee listening data to making decisions fast The discussion also touches on employee listening, skills-based organisations, and the role of people analytics in creating more certainty for businesses in uncertain times. Support from this podcast comes from Workday, a trusted partner to businesses around the world. You can learn more by visiting: workday.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:0130/03/2023
How to Ensure Purpose is at the Forefront of Your People Strategies (An Interview With Daniela Seabrook)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Daniela Seabrook, Chief Human Resources Officer at Philips. With a strong background in HR, clinical psychology and organisational psychology, Daniela provides insight on how Philips has successfully implemented purpose at the forefront of their people strategies. Listen to hear more about how Philips: -Has built a successful hybrid working model -Promotes equity and eliminates bias amongst different working groups -Fosters collaboration within hybrid working teams -Utilizes their people data to make critical business decisions, and much more Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Workday. You can learn more by visiting: workday.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:1414/03/2023
How Workday Created an Impactful People Analytics Function (An Interview with Phil Willburn)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Phil Willburn, Vice President of People Analytics at Workday. Phil has an outstanding background in the field of people analytics, and today he and David are discussing the positive impact the people analytics function is having on Workday’s business outcomes. In this episode, expect to learn more about: - How the people analytics function has evolved over time - How the people analytics function at Workday is structured - How Workday democratise their data - The role of the people analytics function in helping the company adopt its hybrid model - Phil’s top advice to help HR and people analytics professionals solve the complex challenges organisations face today, and much more Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Workday. You can learn more by visiting: workday.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44:3607/03/2023
How Yelp Built a Successful Remote Working Culture (An Interview with Carmen Whitney Orr)
Since transitioning to a fully remote operating model, Yelp – the well-known American review website - have benefited from some great business successes, such as reduced turnover, higher productivity and a more engaged workforce. How did they do it? Through their investment and commitment to delivering the best positive employee experience for their workforce. So to understand more about how Yelp is creating a positive employee experience within their remote working operation, in this episode, David is joined by Yelp’s very own Chief People Officer, Carmen Whitney Orr. Their conversation is an interesting one, so expect to learn more about: - Why Yelp decided to transition to a fully remote operating model - What it takes to create a positive employee experience in a remote working operation - The importance of employee listening and how Yelp are improving it - Carmen’s top advice for listeners looking to switch to a fully remote working operating model - and much more. So if you’re looking to learn about how to create a successful remote working business – then this is your podcast. Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Workday. You can learn more by visiting: workday.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:3728/02/2023
How AI Can Unlock Human Potential and Make Work More Meaningful (An Interview With Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. From the way we communicate, to the way we work – AI is becoming a staple in our everyday lives.But what is its impact on our society and our work?This episode discusses just that, as David is joined by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Professor of Business Psychology at Columbia University, Visiting Professor at Harvard University, Chief Innovation Officer at Manpower Group and the author of the fantastic book ‘I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes us Unique’. During this conversation, expect to learn more about:- Why AI is bringing out the worst of humanity- How we can reclaim the qualities that make us special as humans- AI through the lens of recruitment- How AI may not be as unbiased as we think- The ethical considerations of using AI in the HR and People Analytics Space- The skills that HR needs to thrive in the age of AIEnjoy!Support from this podcast comes from Workday. You can learn more by visiting: workday.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44:3121/02/2023
Navigating the Talent Marketplace of the Future (Interview from Jeff Schwartz & Jeroen Wels)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders, David is taking a journey to the past, present and future of the talent marketplace. Joining him are Jeff Schwartz, VP of Insights and Impact at Gloat, and Senior Advisor of Future of Work at Deloitte; and Jeroen Wels, Founder of The People At Work Innovation Collective. With their combined experience and insights, this conversation will highlight thought-provoking advice on how organisations can start thinking and actioning for the future of their businesses. Expect to learn more about: - How the talent marketplace supported Unilever and other businesses during the pandemic - The role of the talent marketplace during economic headwinds - The possibilities that can arise from skills-based organisations - Why 2023 is an important time to be thinking about 2030 - What HR professionals need to start doing today to prepare for the future of their business, and much more. Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Gloat. You can learn more by visiting: gloat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57:4907/02/2023
How To Build Successful and Collaborative Relationships at Work (an Interview with Amy Gallo)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Amy Gallo, contributing editor at Harvard Business Review, and author of best-selling book, ‘Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People)’. This conversation will dive deep into understanding how to work effectively with those who may have different opinions or different ways of working. Expect to learn more about: - The implications workplace conflict has on performance - The various archetypes you find in the workplace, and how to work effectively with each one - The impact remote and hybrid working have on conflict resolution - How to overcome biases that influence our behaviours towards certain archetypes - How to coach and guide managers to build better relationships and help their teams overcome conflict - And much more… Tune in to gain valuable insight that will help you become a better manager, leader and team player in your organisation. Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Gloat. You can learn more by visiting: gloat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:5931/01/2023
How Standard Chartered is Unlocking the Power of Skills in the Workplace (An Interview with Tanuj Kapilashrami)
Joining David today, at our Insight222 London Office, is Group Head of HR and Chief Human Resources Officer at Standard Chartered, Tanuj Kapilashrami. Tanuj has been doing some really inspiring work in the people space for many years. With internal mobility and talent marketplaces something that a lot of organisations are looking at right now, this is a powerful conversation for those seeking examples of success to learn from. In this episode, you will learn about: The role of the CHRO, and the skills HR professionals need to develop in order to successfully drive change to a more agile culture How Tanuj got buy-in for a skills-led approach to talent from the c-suite The benefits Standard Chartered Bank have seen through their skills-led approach And what the next steps are for the bank to fully embrace a skills-led approach to talent Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Gloat. You can learn more by visiting: gloat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44:4524/01/2023
Unlocking Organisational Resilience through a Skills-Based Approach (an interview with Susan Cantrell & Michael Griffiths)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Deloitte’s Vice President of Products and Workforce Strategies, Susan Cantrell, and Workforce Development Practice Lead, Michael Griffiths. These two pioneers are leading the charge in changing the way organisations think about their workforce. They have conducted vast amounts of research on this subject, advocating for a skills-based approach that prioritises talent over position titles. Tune is as this conversation will cover topics surrounding: - Why we are seeing a shift towards a skills-based operating model - What this transition means for HR, People Analytics, and People Managers - How a focus on skills can help create an ecosystem for acquiring, developing, retaining, and mobilising talent - The impact this has on employees - The process that companies are undertaking to successfully transition towards a skills-based organisation, and the challenges that they face - and much more… Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Gloat. You can learn more by visiting: gloat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49:5317/01/2023
The Top HR Trends that are Set to Disrupt the Workplace in 2023 (an interview with Diane Gherson, Dave Ulrich and David Green)
2023 is here, and to kick things off, we bring you an episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast that you will not want to miss. Ian Bailie, Insight222’s very own board adviser and SVP of People Operations at Crypto, hosts today’s episode. He’s accompanied by regular host David Green, Diane Gherson, former CHRO of IBM and Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, and the infamous Dave Ulrich, Professor at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business and Co-Founder of RBL Group. Today’s conversation takes a slight twist to the traditional HR trends predictions – with David, Diane and Dave using their unique perspectives to highlight the biggest shifts they believe are set to disrupt the world of work in 2023 and beyond. The conversation covers: - A recap of the predictions and trends of 2022 - How HR can get started in the shift towards a skills-based approach to talent - HR’s role in creating certainty in a world of uncertainty - Overcoming the paradox and disconnect between employer and employee needs, and HR’s mediating role - The skills HR needs in 2023 and beyond to really make a difference So if you are looking for some inspiration on how to seize the window of opportunity in 2023, then this episode is for you. Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Gloat. You can learn more by visiting: gloat.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:1310/01/2023
How to Adopt a Skills-Led Approach to Talent and Enable your ESG Initiatives (an interview with Matthew Yerbury & Nick Biller)
It’s the last episode before the festive break, so we have something extra special to fill your Christmas stocking. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Matthew Yerbury, Workforce Analytics and Digital Practice Lead at KPMG, and Nick Biller, Head of Data Science at HSBC. With over 30 years’ experience combined working in the people analytics industry, this conversation is going to cover everything you need to know about adopting a skills-led approach to talent. It’s an approach that not only drives value for the business and the workforce but supports your ESG initiatives too. The conversation will also cover: - How a focus on skills can help build meritocracy within an organisation - Keeping on top of the ever-evolving workforce skills requirements - Creating strategic skills insights through operational data - How to tackle the challenges that come with skills at different maturity levels of the journey - and much more. Enjoy and Merry Christmas! Support from this podcast comes from TechWolf. You can learn more by visiting: techwolf.ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:3520/12/2022
How HR Drives Strategic Growth in the FMCG Industry
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Paulette Alviti, Chief People Officer of the global snacking company, Mondelēz International. Paulette has a wealth of strategic HR experience, helping organisations such as Foot Locker and Pepsi Co drive business results through the lens of culture and talent. With Mondelēz’s ambitious growth strategy, Vision 2030, Paulette is currently shaping the HR function’s operating model to align with the organisation’s business goals. And in this episode, David and Paulette explore what the role of the HR function is in driving this growth. The conversation will also cover: - How the Chief People Officer role and business operating model has evolved over the years - How to create a culture of equity in organisations where there are employees who work in hybrid models, and employees who have to work on site - Mondelēz’s virtual reality onboarding platform to drive the early stages of employee experience - The emerging skills required from HR professionals in the modern world Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from TechWolf. You can learn more by visiting: techwolf.ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:0813/12/2022
How to Take your Skills-Based Workforce Planning to the Next Level
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Andreas de Neve, CEO and Co-Founder of skills intelligence platform software, TechWolf. Helping organisations such as Booking.com transition their organisation towards skills, Andreas will be sharing his insights into the skills-based revolution. The conversation will cover: - The two types of motives companies have for transitioning into a skills-based organisation- The impact skills is having on these organisations - Andreas’ tips on setting the foundations for a skills based workforce planning strategy - How to take your already established skills approach to the next level - The role of technology in supporting the transition towards a skills-based organisation So if you are looking for some inspiration on how best to navigate your skills-based workforce planning transition, then this podcast is worth a listen… Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from TechWolf. You can learn more by visiting: techwolf.ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:2206/12/2022
Why Curiosity in the Workplace is Important
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Stefaan van Hooydonk, Founder of the Global Curiosity Institute and author of best-selling book The Workplace Curiosity Manifesto. Stefaan has conducted a breadth of research surrounding the topic of curiosity at work. He believes that curious individuals need curious environments to thrive, and that in times of economic turmoil, individuals and companies need to start embracing the power of intentional curiosity. The conversation will cover: - The background and various definitions of the concept of curiosity over time - The importance of curiosity in individual and business success - The difference in curiosity levels between small and larger organisations - The drivers and barriers of curiosity at work - How organisations can measure curiosity at work - How to promote a culture of curiosity, and foster a mindset of curiosity at an individual level The link to Stefaan’s book, The Workplace Curiosity Manifesto, can be found here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Workplace-Curiosity-Manifesto-Individuals-Transformational-ebook/dp/B09ZSQKTD9 Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from TechWolf. You can learn more by visiting: techwolf.ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:3529/11/2022
How to Use Talent Intelligence to Support Your Organisation in a Recession
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Toby Culshaw, Talent Intelligence Lead at Amazon and author of the book Talent Intelligence: Use Business and People Data to Drive Organizational Performance. Having built successful talent intelligence teams at both Phillips and Amazon, Toby is one of the leading authorities in the talent intelligence space. With the global economy recently having been turned upside down, and many large organisations looking at cost-cutting initiatives, Toby will be sharing his insights into how organisations can leverage the power of talent intelligence to push through the heavy headwinds of the recession and come out with a competitive advantage. The conversation will cover: - The various types of data sets that can be used to hone talent intelligence - How to set up and position a talent intelligence function - The skills you should look out for to build an effective talent intelligence team So if you’re interested in understanding how you can thrive during these difficult times, or you’re simply looking for advice on how to set up a talent intelligence team, then this is a podcast you don’t want to skip! Link to Toby Culshaw’s book Talent Intelligence: Use Business and People Data to Drive Organizational Performance, here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Talent-Intelligence-Business-Organizational-Performance/dp/1398607231 Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from TechWolf. You can learn more by visiting: techwolf.ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44:2022/11/2022
How Microsoft Created a Thriving Workforce by Going Beyond Employee Engagement
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Microsoft’s Head of People Analytics, Dawn Klinghoffer. With over 25 years of experience in HR, Dawn is passionate about using data and analytics to drive insights that help organisations make better decisions about their people. She’s also a big advocate for employee thriving – which she believes is a much better measure of success than employee engagement. In this episode, Dawn shares her thoughts on why employee thriving is so important, and how organisations can create cultures that support it. The conversation will also cover the role of people analytics in solving organisational challenges, and Dawn even shares a sneak peek into her upcoming research. So if you’re interested in learning more about employee thriving, or you’re just curious to learn what Microsoft is up to in the world of people analytics, tune in now! Links to the resources mentioned in the podcast: https://hbr.org/2022/06/why-microsoft-measures-employee-thriving-not-engagement https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/inside-microsoft/annual-report?activetab=innovation-spotlights%3aprimaryr4 Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from Hibob. You can learn more by visiting: https://hibobl.ink/DHL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:3615/11/2022
Creating a Supportive Work Culture by Nurturing Mental Health & Wellbeing (an interview with Jacqueline Brassey)
On this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Jacqueline Brassey, Chief Scientist and Director of Research for People and Organisation Performance at McKinsey and Co. Bringing over 20 years of experience as a practitioner academic in Leadership, Organisational Development and Positive Neuroscience, Jacqueline is passionate about helping organisations thrive by promoting mental health, wellbeing, agility and resilience. Research that Jacqueline has recently led has shown that despite organisations focusing their efforts on improving employee wellbeing, employee burnout remains shockingly high. This episode's conversation will cover various insights and actions HR Leaders can adopt to create a successful mental health and wellbeing strategy. Topics of discussion include: The impact toxic company cultures have on employee burnout How to build resilience through adaptability and authentic confidence Creating a workplace that attracts the future of work Links to the resources: https://www.mckinsey.com/mhi/our-insights/addressing-employee-burnout-are-you-solving-the-right-problem https://www.mckinsey.com/mhi/our-insights/present-company-included-prioritizing-mental-health-and-well-being-for-all https://www.managementboek.nl/boek/9789462156869/authentiek-zelfvertrouwen-jacqueline-brassey https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/deliberate-calm Support from this podcast comes from Hibob. You can learn more by visiting: www.hibob.com/dhl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:0208/11/2022
How HR Technology is Helping to Shape the Future of Work (an interview with Ronni Zehavi)
There is no denying that over the past few years the way that we work has completely shifted. From employee priorities to the way that we operate – the word of work is constantly evolving and HR technology is at the forefront of this change. On today’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David is joined by Ronni Zehavi, Co-Founder and CEO of people management software, HiBob. As Ronni highlights in the interview, HR software is no longer a system of records. It has evolved to be an integrated part of the HR function that helps HR professionals focus on strategic initiatives, manage employee engagement and experience, and drive overall business success. But what can we expect for the future of work and HR tech? Expect to learn more about topics such as: How HR technology has evolved to meet the ever-changing priorities of the workforce How to prepare for the future of talent The increasing importance of people analytics The role in HR technology in scaling the HR functionTop tips on choosing the best HR system for your business Predictions for the future of HR technology Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from HiBob. You can learn more by visiting: www.hibob.com/dhl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:3401/11/2022
How to Foster Collaboration Within Hybrid Working Teams (an interview with Mark Mortensen)
On today’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Mark Mortensen, Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD. Mark, who is a global thought leader in team collaboration and group dynamics, is known for his research surrounding hybrid working teams. And since we are currently living in a hybrid world, what better time to get him on the show to learn more about his views on what it takes to make hybridity work. This conversation will cover topics such as: - How to ensure equal opportunities amongst your hybrid teams - Fostering team collaboration within a hybrid working model - How to create psychological safety within hybrid teams - How to structure and manage your hybrid teams for the future of work Enjoy! Support from this podcast comes from HiBob. You can learn more by visiting: https://hibobl.ink/DHL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45:2725/10/2022
How Spotify Developed Its Successful Work From Anywhere Program (interview with Anna Lundström)
In a world where flexible working is gaining more attention than ever, Spotify – who need no introduction – have been leading the way with their infamous Work From Anywhere program. A program, as the name highlights, that allows their employees to choose their place of work, whether it be remote, hybrid, or in a different city. In this episode of the podcast, David will be speaking to one of the architects driving this approach, Anna Lundstrom, Spotify’s VP of HR. Expect to learn more about their fair compensation and benefits structure for those moving locations, how they prevent biases and foster collaboration and belonging. The conversation will also cover the impact the Work From Anywhere program has had on employee engagement, recruitment and retention, as well as the challenges and learnings faced throughout the journey. Support from this podcast comes from HiBob. You can learn more by visiting: www.hibob.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42:4818/10/2022
How H&R Block are Transforming Their Company Structure (an interview with Tiffany Monroe)
In this week’s podcast, we go on a journey with Tiffany Monroe, Chief People & Culture Officer at H&R Block, on how she is transforming H&R Block’s people strategy to better align with the company’s ambitious growth goals. On a mission to transform the organisation, Tiffany shares the various phases she and her team have been taking to implement their new operating system, BlockOS. The discussion also covers real-time results, the impact the pandemic has had on the progress of the strategy, Tiffany’s learnings and a lot more. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:0411/10/2022
How Syngenta Successfully Upskilled Their HR Function Into Data-Literacy
In this week’s podcast, Madhura Chakrabarti, Global Head of People Insights and Analytics at Syngenta, talks about the process of upskilling Syngenta’s HR function towards data fluency.Expect to learn more about the importance of upskilling the HR function to be more data literate, as well as the different learning pathways taken by Syngenta to help create a more data driven HR function. The conversation will also cover the impact this has had on Syngenta, and of course, Madura’s key advice for those embarking on a similar journey.Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting:charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:1904/10/2022
How To Maintain A Positive Employee Experience During Rapid Growth (an Interview With Ivori Johnson & Emily Connery)
In this week’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders, David will be speaking to ChartHop’s very own VP of People & Talent, Emily Connery, and Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Ivori Johnson.Since ChartHop came on to the podcast last year, it has experienced fantastic growth. From just under 50 employees in 2021, it is now an organisation of over 200. And during this rapid growth, ChartHop has always kept its employee experience at the forefront of everything it does.Looking to learn more about ChartHop’s employee experience and DEIB secrets, this conversation will cover insights into creating fair recruitment, compensation and performance processes and building a thriving culture in a mostly remote workforce. The discussion will also guide how to promote and measure belonging, and the role data and HR technology plays in enhancing the employee experience.Support for this podcast comes from ChartHop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:5427/09/2022
How to Help Your Teams Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay (an interview with Mollie West-Duffy & Liz Fosslien)
In this week’s Digital HR Leaders podcast, David is joined by Mollie West-Duffy & Liz Fosslien, co-authors of the book Big Feelings: How to be Okay When Things Are Not Okay. In recent years, with the pandemic, rise in cost-of-living, and war in Ukraine, it is inevitable that we have all at some point experienced some form of overwhelming emotion. But what Mollie and Liz share in this podcast, is that it is ‘okay when things are not okay’. The conversation will cover the top 3 big emotions identified in their research: perfectionism, burnout and uncertainty. Topics of discussion will also cover how as HR and People Leaders, we can not only help ourselves address these big feelings, but how we can also guide and support our employees in dealing with these oversized feelings that they may be experiencing. Support from this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
51:4720/09/2022
How To Be A More Compassionate Leader (Interview With Rasmus Hougaard)
Rasmus Hougaard, Founder and CEO of global research, leadership development and consulting firm Potential Project, is on a mission to create a more human way of working and leading. Recently co-authoring the book Compassionate Leadership: How to do hard things in a human way, Rasmus shares his valuable insights into how we can become more effective leaders through the power of compassion with David Green.The conversation will also cover topics such as the difference between empathy and compassion, how to unlock your compassionate side, the difference in leadership expectations between generations, and the difference between men and women regarding compassionate leadership.Support for this podcast comes from Charthop. You can learn more by visiting: charthop.com/digitalhr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:3413/09/2022
How MetLife Made a Success of their Strategic Workforce Planning (interview with Laura Shubert)
In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David will be joined by Laura Shubert, Vice President of People Planning and Insights at MetLife. Having successfully driven the organisation’s Strategic Workforce Planning initiatives, Laura will be sharing her journey. The conversation will cover Laura’s top learnings and advice on successfully getting buy-in from the organisation’s leaders, and how to overcome the challenge of obtaining quality data for the organisation’s strategic workforce planning analysis. David and Laura will also be delving into the shift in demand for skills in post-pandemic leadership, and how technology helped MetLife go beyond Excel sheet analysis. Support from this podcast comes from eQ8. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.eq8.ai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33:1502/08/2022
How to Help Your Teams Develop a Digital Mindset (interview with Paul Leonardi)
The digital revolution is here, and to keep up with a world that is driven by data and technology, we need to start helping our teams develop a ‘digital mindset’ to help future-proof our organisations. To talk to us about developing a digital mindset, in this week’s episode, David will be joined by Dr Paul Leonardi, Duca Family Professor of Technology Management at UC Santa Barbara, and co-author of the book The Digital Mindset: What It Really Takes to Thrive in the Age of Data, Algorithms, and AI. Paul will be sharing what organisations and HR Leaders need to do to start helping their employees get to what he coins the 30% rule of digital fluency – the minimum threshold of digital knowledge required to have digital conversations. The conversation will also delve into the importance of using a relational approach to analytics to help improve workforce efficiency, and what HR can do today to start adding more business value as we come out of the pandemic. Support from this podcast comes from eQ8. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.eq8.ai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50:5826/07/2022
How Strategic Workforce Planning Contributes to Business Success (interview with Alicia Roach)
Alicia Roach is a global thought leader in Strategic Workforce Planning and Analytics, and Founder and CEO of eQ8. Her passion lies in helping organisations execute their purpose by understanding their current and future workforce capability, and in this episode, she is going to be sharing how organisations can take their Strategic Workforce Planning to the next level. In this podcast, Alicia reveals the best practices and common pitfalls HR can avoid, to setting up Strategic Workforce Planning for success. The conversation also covers the common misconceptions of Strategic Workforce Planning, the importance of focusing on your organisation's unique challenges, and the role of technology to help upgrade your analysis. Support from this podcast comes from eQ8. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.eq8.ai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49:1019/07/2022
How Analytics, Data and Technology are Shaping the Future of Recruitment (interview with Kevin Wheeler)
Kevin Wheeler is a globally known futurist in the world of HR. He is also Founder of Future Talent Institute, helping organisations create leading edge talent acquisition, employee development, and HR management strategies. With a focus on the future of recruitment, in this episode, Kevin will be sharing his ideas on a new model for talent acquisition. The conversation will also cover: Kevin’s views into why using RPO’s can be key to gaining access to wider talent intelligence, the role of technology and marketing in talent attraction, how technology can help prevent human bias during the candidate selection stage, and going beyond traditional reporting metrics and pivoting towards predictive recruitment analytics. Support from this podcast comes from eQ8. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.eq8.ai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54:5812/07/2022
How to Combat the Burnout Epidemic (Interview with Jennifer Moss)
Jennifer Moss is an award-winning author, public speaker and expert in workplace well-being. Having recently published a book called ‘The Burnout Epidemic’, Jennifer and I will explore her top tips into recognising and tackling burnout to improve wellbeing at the employee, team and organisation level. Our conversation will cover interesting data insights the pandemic has triggered on employee burnout. We will also discuss strategies that people leaders can take to keep employees happy and healthy such as: building burnout proof reward and recognition strategies, as well as implementing hiring initiatives that create a culture of burnout prevention. Support from this podcast comes from eQ8. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.eq8.ai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:4405/07/2022
How to Deliver Workforce Insights at Scale (Interview with Ampie Swanepoel and Werner Merbold)
In this week’s podcast, we’re going to go on a journey with Ampie Swanepoel (Head of Workforce Insights Value Management) and Werner Merbold (Head of Workforce Insights) at Standard Bank Group, to explore how they are successfully delivering workforce insights at scale. We discuss the significance of empowering people leaders to become more data-driven, and how they got buy-in from the organisation to share workforce data to their people leaders. The conversation also covers: their shift from rear-view mirror reporting towards predictive workforce analytics; how the combination of a data-driven chief human resources officer, a HR technology platform and a team of Meaningful Workforce Insights champions has helped Standard Bank Group deliver insights at scale, and a whole lot more. Support from this podcast comes from Visier. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.visier.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:4828/06/2022
How to Lead Hybrid Teams with Clarity and Agility (Interview with Shlomit Gruman-Navot)
Shlomit Gruman-Navot is Chief People Officer at OLX Group, one of the largest and fastest-growing global trading platforms. With over 20 years of building organisational strength for global organisations, in this podcast, Shlomit will be providing her invaluable insight into successfully leading hybrid teams during challenging and unprecedented times. Redefining the term VUCA as Vision, Understanding, Clarity and Agility, Shlomit shares why this is key for people leaders to successfully tackle what she currently coins a ‘human-centric crisis’. The conversation also covers: how to maintain focus on long-term business goals when ‘Black Swan’ events such as the pandemic and the war in Ukraine can radically shift priorities overnight; using data as a driver for meaningful conversations and decision making, and much more. Support from this podcast comes from Visier. You can learn more by visiting: https://www.visier.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44:2921/06/2022
How People Shape Data, and How Data Shapes People (interview with Visier’s Ian Cook)
Ian Cook is VP of People Analytics Solutions at Visier. He’s a man with a real passion for the people side of business and the subtle arts of bringing the right people together for optimum results. He’s spent the last 15 years evangelising about how data can turn that art into science. In this episode, Ian has insights, and plenty of case studies, on how best to approach data and real-life humans in separate but complementary ways. The conversation also covers the dramatic rise in people analytics over the past few years and what it now means to be in a phase of mass adoption, the shift in what business leaders expect from HR when it comes to people analytics, how to get employees onboard with your data-driven ambitions, how to help partners become more data literate, the concept of “turmoil contagion” and much more. Support from this podcast comes from Visier. You can learn more by visiting https://www.visier.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53:2714/06/2022
Live Special from People Analytics World 2022: Linking People Analytics to Business Impact
It’s a Digital HR Leaders Podcast first this week, with a live episode recorded in April at People Analytics World 2022. David’s joined by two illuminating guests – Jordan Pettman and Tertia Wiedenhof – for a special discussion recorded onstage at the Royal College of Physicians in London. Jordan is Head of Organisation Analytics and Insight at London Stock Exchange Group, and Tertia is Head of People Analytics and Insights at Rabobank. In this episode, you’ll hear their thoughts about the impact of the pandemic on the field of people analytics, the changing role of the chief people officer, the evolution and future considerations of hybrid working, the increased appetite for data-driven analytics, the best way for people analytics teams and HR to successfully work together, and a whole lot more. Support from this podcast comes from Visier. You can learn more by visiting https://www.visier.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:4107/06/2022