Podcasts about chros

Friday October 17, 2025: In this episode of Future Ready Today... The Wall Street Journal reports that SHRM's invitation to anti-DEI speaker Robby Starbuck triggered outrage across HR circles. Jacob explains why boycotting the event might reveal more about HR's fragility than its values. Then, a Times of India report shows nearly half of U.S. employees are secretly using AI tools at work — a growing “shadow AI” movement that exposes weak leadership and poor communication. Reuters highlights how Citigroup's AI copilots now save 100,000 hours per week, while Unleash.ai and Gallup reveal deep workforce divides: only one in three workers feel future-ready and just 40% have a “quality job.” Finally, HR Canada Magazine finds that Gen Z workers feel more comfortable talking to ChatGPT than coworkers — and Harvard Business Review questions if CHROs should abandon performance improvement plans. Each story uncovers one truth: the future belongs to leaders who can handle discomfort, embrace AI, and rebuild trust in the workplace. Get my new book here: 8EXLaws.com

Welcome to Culture Over Quota — a new segment within The E1B2 Collective Podcast hosted by Anthony “AJ” Vaughan. In this series, AJ merges two worlds that rarely speak the same language: HR and Revenue. Drawing from his journey as a founder, CHRO, CRO, and builder of multiple HR tech ventures, AJ unpacks what it truly means to scale businesses without burning out people, teams, or purpose.This isn't another “hit your number” sales show — it's a raw and forward-thinking exploration of how culture, leadership, and human psychology shape every quota you chase. AJ delves into the real tensions between founders and VCs, CHROs and CROs, sellers and buyers, and reveals how companies that prioritize people over profit actually win bigger, faster, and longer.Expect candid stories, lived lessons, and deep dives into the future of HR tech, sales culture, and organizational design — all anchored in one belief:If you build culture first, the quota takes care of itself.

Patricia Frost, EVP and CHRO of Seagate, is one of the most fascinating and highest-performing CHROs we've met. Patricia has decades of experience as a US Army military leader, most recently as Director of Cyber, Electronic Warfare and Information Operations. How does her extensive military, warfare, and leadership experience pay off? As you'll hear, Patricia is a hands-on leader, ready to make decisions and challenge dogma in dozens of important ways. In many ways she exemplifies the future leadership model for all C-level leaders, especially the CHRO. Patricia shares how she is navigating the opportunities presented by AI, reshaping talent strategies, and fostering a culture of innovation. Her background as a senior military leader prepared her to build on the team available today, supporting employee mobility, agility, and HR capabilities. Notable Quotes “You go to combat with the team you have, not necessarily the team you want. You can't just hire in someone and say I want to bring you in my team and put you in close combat. Your team is your team. And you build that team. You build on their skill sets. We do a lot of upskilling in the military. It's your team. You know everyone's strengths and weaknesses.” “Middle managers are really the powerhouse of any company. And I don't know that we spend enough time on our managers, probably our frontline managers, and then the middle management. How well do they understand their teams and the skills within their teams and understand also what people are passionate about? Where would they like to go? What opportunities can be open to them?” “I am front and center. I think every CHRO needs to be front and center in the AI conversation. They need to be leading. They need to be talking about, will AI take away certain functions within HR? First, we had to take the anxiety down from our workforce. So my approach this year is leave no one behind. I am going to give everyone the opportunity. We're going to give everyone the same set of tools and training, and I will help you get there. Everyone has a choice.” Like this podcast? Rate us on Spotify or Apple or YouTube. Additional Information Secrets Of The High Performing CHRO CHRO Insights Research Report CHRO Insights Video (Youtube) Introducing Galileo for Managers, The Leadership Guru At Your Fingertips Chapters (00:00:04) - What Works: Patricia Frost on Leading Through Crisis and AI(00:00:55) - Patricia on What Works: The Military Experience(00:03:31) - Top Executives: Valuing Your Team in an AI Crisis(00:10:47) - What is HR's role in AI learning and development?(00:16:27) - CFO vs HR Professional: The Chro and CFO Relationship(00:20:56) - How to Make Enterprise IT Decisions with Galileo(00:23:58) - Top Executives: Chief Business Leader(00:25:23) - Top Chros: Patricia Frost Interview

The government shutdown affects much more than the federal workforce. How can CHROs guide their companies through this latest stressor?      The government shutdown has an impact on your private company, whether it's missing economic data, delayed regulatory action, or employees affected indirectly by a family member's furlough or job loss. How can CHROs lead their workforces through yet another stressful event?     Join Steve Odland and guest Diana Scott, center leader of the US Human Capital Center at The Conference Board, to learn about the psychological stress of the shutdown,how CHROs can give managers the right resources, and how to find alternate sources of economic data.     For more from The Conference Board:  Implications of Government Shutdown  Shutting Down the Economy? Impact of US Government Shutdown  For CMOs, the Market Stays Open During the Shutdown 

We've entered what I call The Friction Era—a period where every organization, from the fastest-growing startup to the most entrenched enterprise, is advancing so rapidly that the internal systems meant to support growth are straining under their own ambition. Mergers, acquisitions, product expansions, tech integrations, AI disruption, competitive parity—all of it is hitting at once. And yet, none of it signals failure. Quite the opposite. It signals acceleration.But acceleration brings turbulence. And when the temperature inside an organization rises—not because things are breaking, but because the stakes are higher—you learn quickly who your real operators are. The CHRO, the CFO, and the CTO become the three anchors in the storm. They are the triad balancing the organization's emotional intelligence, financial discipline, and technological infrastructure. And if they're not in sync, the company drifts into chaos, no matter how strong the product or how brilliant the strategy.In this episode, we go behind the scenes into how these three executives navigate what most companies never talk about publicly—the fragile, high-stakes process of scaling without losing the core of what made the business great.We'll unpack:How CHROs are redefining their role from HR operator to cultural engineer—embedding trust, energy, and clarity into the revenue architecture itself, not just engagement programs.How CFOs are reframing financial discipline not as constraint, but as a creative tool to shape psychological safety, focus, and long-term decision-making velocity.How CTOs are engineering unification—breaking down redundant systems, harmonizing data, and turning technology stacks into living frameworks that guide behavior, not just performance.We'll also dive into what happens when growth gets ahead of structure: when a company's narrative outpaces its people systems, when speed starts to erode judgment, and when competing incentives fracture collaboration between sales, product, and finance. Because at that point, it's not just about “alignment”—it's about survival through sophistication.The most forward-thinking executives know that emotional discipline is operational discipline. They know that culture without commercial intent is theater—and that commercial intent without culture is chaos. So this conversation is about what it takes to build the internal architecture of a billion-dollar organization before you actually reach a billion.This is a raw, unfiltered look at the modern enterprise from the inside out. A masterclass in executive endurance, systemic awareness, and the courage to build stability inside complexity.Core Question: When your organization is in motion—growing, merging, integrating, evolving—how do you maintain the psychological precision, financial rigor, and operational unity to keep the whole thing from tearing apart at the seams?

CHROs today face a pressing mandate: how to build cultures of clarity and belonging while navigating hybrid work, rising employee expectations, and the disruptive pace of AI. The risk of drifting into transactional cultures is real, yet so is the opportunity to shape organizations where culture drives performance and technology enables growth. The question for CHROs is, how do you create alignment while preparing your workforce for what's next? In this episode, Paulo Pisano, EVP and CHRO at Booking Holdings—and the leader shaping the Future of Work for 24,000 employees—shares how culture and AI intersect to redefine leadership. He explains why culture is ultimately about how people get things done, why clarity is the cornerstone of inclusion, and what it means to bring your “whole professional self” to work. Paulo also addresses polarizing topics at work, the trade-offs of remote versus office culture, and how employee sentiment, trust in leadership, and decision effectiveness can be measured as cultural indicators. Finally, he offers a forward-looking view on how generative and agentic AI—through both HR applications and customer-facing tools—are accelerating productivity and experimentation, and what this means for reskilling and the future role of HR in shaping culture.   ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

Chinmay Sharma | HR Business Leader, Performance Emerging Markets ,GSKChinmay is an HR leader with 22 years of diverse experience in organizations like Procter & Gamble (2003-2012), Philip Morris International (2012-2020) and Glaxo Smithkline (Dec 2020 – till date)Chinmay has done roles across HR domains (Factory HR, Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Business Partnering) at Country, Region and Global level. He is very passionate about driving change and has a successful track record in shaping inclusive, diverse and performance driven work cultures by developing people and helping them identify their purpose in alignment with the company vision. He is also an accomplished coach focusing on enhancing personal leadership and performance effectiveness. He was recognized by HRD Asia magazine as “Top 20 Asia HR Directors in 2020” and “India's Most Impactful CXOs” by ET Now in 2023.Chinmay is currently transitioning to a new role as HR Business Leader for Performance Emerging Markets for GSK and is in process of relocating to London. Prior to this, he was the CHRO for GSK India where he successfully led the cultural transformation of a 100 years legacy company to become an agile, innovative and technology driven organization with thriving talents and leaders.Chinmay has lived and worked in India, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Switzerland. He got educated at Rajasthan University, Jaipur; SCMHRD (Symbiosis, Pune) and Cornell University, New York. He enjoys playing Tennis, listening to Indian semi-classical music & loves reading autobiographies. 

For today's essential Heretics 101 feature, Kelli and Nolan talk to Coinbase Chief People Officer LJ Brock reveals how the company's mission-first philosophy, refusal to negotiate salaries, and rigorous talent density standards challenge conventional HR orthodoxy.Support our Sponsors:Planful empowers teams just like yours to unlock the secrets of successful workforce planning. Use data-driven insights to develop accurate forecasts, close hiring gaps, and adjust talent acquisition plans collaboratively based on costs today and into the future. ✍️ Go to https://planful.com/heretics to see how you can transform your HR strategy.Metaview is the AI platform built for recruiting. Check it out: https://www.metaview.ai/heretics* Our suite of AI agents work across your hiring process to save time, boost decision quality, and elevate the candidate experience.* Learn why team builders at 3,000+ cutting-edge companies like Brex, Deel, and Quora can't live without Metaview.* It only takes minutes to get up and running.Ethena is the compliance training platform built for modern workplaces. Visit goethena.com/heretics and get 10% off your first year.KEEP UP WITH NOLAN + KELLI ON LINKEDINNolan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolan-church/Kelli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellidragovich/—LINKS:For coaching and advising inquire at https://kellidragovich.com/—TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro(00:46) Banning Politics at Work(02:29) Backlash and Reality: “You'll Never Work Again”(04:32) The Near-Death Moment(05:22) How Coinbase Creates Radical Ideas(06:34) Talent Density: The Future of Hiring Standards(09:04) CEO Approval for Every Hire(09:14) Real-Time Feedback: Eliminating Manager Bias(11:33) Performance Systems That Don't Suck(13:34) Sponsors: Ethena | Planful(16:43) Work Trials(15:37) Sponsor: Metaview(16:43) Work Trials: The 12-Week Internship Strategy(19:49) Single Pay Target(21:00)Executive Alignment on No Negotiation(22:03) Stock Grants: From Four Years to One Year(23:17) Building the Next Generation of CHROs(26:40) Closing This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hrheretics.substack.com

Is your career site delivering the conversion you need? Dalia's plug-and-play tech turns any employer career site into a high-performance candidate conversion engine — no replatforming required, live in days.Visit dalia.co to learn more. AND by jobcase, Jobcase is an online community where workers of all kinds – like hourly employees, tradespeople and healthcare technicians – access jobs, make connections, and support each other in any aspect of their work life.Visit jobcase.com/hire and tap into their 120 million strong  job seeker network First up…NEW YORK — Valence, the company behind Nadia, the world's first enterprise AI coach, today announced it has raised a $50 million Series B led by Bessemer Venture Partners. https://hrtechfeed.com/ai-coach-for-employers-platform-lands-50-million/ LOWELL, Mass. —- UKG, a leading global AI platform for HR, pay, and workforce management, today unveiled a new logo and identity with the launch of its global brand campaign, “When Work Works, Everything Works.” The campaign marks a major leap forward in UKG's evolution as the world's Workforce Operating Platform unifying HR, pay, workforce management, and AI agents into a single solution that turns the world's largest workforce data set into critical business insights supporting every worker — from the front office to the frontline. https://hrtechfeed.com/ukg-unveils-rebrand-new-logo/ SAN FRANCISCO – Alex, the AI recruiting partner transforming how companies discover and hire talent, today announced it has raised $20 million in funding, including a $17 million Series A round led by Peak XV Partners with participation from CHROs at Fortune 500 companies, Y Combinator, Uncorrelated Ventures, and other investors including Tim Sackett, Kris Fredrickson, and Dalton Caldwell. The funding also includes a $3 million Seed round led by 1984 Ventures. https://hrtechfeed.com/ai-powered-recruiting-startup-lands-20-million/ MINNEAPOLIS — Mashalot AI, the invite-only job search agent, is built to eliminate application fatigue and level the playing field for U.S. job seekers. By pulling the newest listings from LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Indeed, and generating a custom resume and cover letter for every role, the platform can apply to 500 jobs in just 5 minutes. This helps candidates land interviews faster than ever. https://hrtechfeed.com/mashalot-ai-launches-to-fix-the-full-time-job-of-finding-a-job/ Workday announced it has completed its acquisition of Paradox, a candidate experience agent that uses conversational AI to simplify every step of the job application journey, particularly for frontline industries.  https://hrtechfeed.com/workday-completes-acquisition-of-paradox/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sustainable growth doesn't happen by accident; it's designed. In this episode, AJ challenges leaders to reverse engineer their workforce architecture around strategic goals and market positioning. From building verticalized squads and ecosystem councils to rethinking partner success, organizational design, and leadership competencies, he breaks down how CHROs and executive teams can align culture, talent, and operations with evolving business priorities. The key: reassessing regularly, staying agile, and ensuring the organization's architecture reflects not just where you are today, but where you intend to lead tomorrow.

In this episode, we challenge the disconnect between how organizations judge CHROs on metrics like attrition, engagement, and onboarding success—yet deny them the power to actually fix the root problems. Too often, CHROs are treated as strategists without the authority to hold underperforming leaders accountable, even when the data clearly points to managerial failure as the source of turnover and disengagement.I break down why companies must give CHROs the same weight in leadership decisions as CFOs or COOs—complete with the autonomy to influence, develop, or even remove leaders who fail to create healthy, high-performing teams. Without that authority, measuring CHROs on retention is an unfair and hollow exercise.If your organization truly wants better culture, stronger retention, and a competitive edge, this episode makes one thing clear: respect the CHRO's voice, or stop blaming them when people leave.

In this week's episode, co-hosts Mark Edgar and Naomi Titleman have a discussion focused on the changing role of CHROs and HR in organizations. Key topics discussed include statistics showing CHRO influence declining since pandemic (42% of C-suite executives don't view HR as equal partners, down from 57% in 2021), the importance of redefining HR's purpose as "supercharging human performance" and how AI is transforming HR functions.We believe that while AI can handle many traditional HR tasks, human HR professionals remain essential for connection, facilitation, and critical thinking. You can find the articles referred to here:Does HR still need humanshttps://www.hr-brew.com/stories/2025/08/22/the-chro-s-new-seat-at-the-table-might-be-at-riskDon't forget …To sign up for our weekly newsletter foHRsight at http://www.futurefohrward.com/subscribe.Follow us on LinkedIn:Mark - www.linkedin.com/in/markedgarhr/Naomi - www.linkedin.com/in/naomititlemancolla/future foHRward - www.linkedin.com/company/future-fohrward/And on Instagram - www.instagram.com/futurefohrward/Support the show

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we speak with Heidi Barnett, President of Talent Acquisition at isolved, about how AI is reshaping recruiting and why candidate experience now matters more than ever. Heidi shares her journey from marketing into HR tech leadership and explains why the best recruiters today act more like growth leaders. She discusses the shift from sourcing to screening, why resumes are becoming obsolete, and how AI exposes broken hiring processes. The conversation explores how TA teams can reduce burnout, partner better with CHROs, and reimagine hiring from the ground up in the age of AI.

The new $100,000 H-1B fee has sent shockwaves through HR teams, foreign nationals, and global hiring strategies. In this episode, we unpack what this seismic policy change really means — not just for compliance, but for retention, employer branding, and long-term talent planning.We'll explore why EB-1A and O-1 visas are suddenly becoming critical alternatives, how profile building can future-proof your workforce, and the steps CHROs need to take right now to stabilize their foreign talent pipeline.From understanding the emotional fallout among impacted employees to aligning CFOs and HR leaders around smarter investment strategies, this episode provides a clear roadmap for navigating the next 12–18 months of global talent disruption.Whether you're a CHRO, CFO, or a foreign professional navigating these changes, you'll walk away with actionable insights to protect your people and your organization in this new era of immigration policy.

In this episode, I unpack the seismic shift caused by the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee and what it means for CHROs, global workforce leaders, and HR executives. I'm not a lawyer, but as someone deeply embedded in both the HR and immigration worlds, I'll share a clear, strategic playbook to help companies turn this crisis into an opportunity.We'll cover the five core threats CHROs must confront — from talent pipeline risk and employer brand erosion to DEI impacts, legal compliance, and wasted budget spend. More importantly, I'll outline actionable steps for building extraordinary talent pathways through O-1 and EB-1 visa programs, creating psychological safety, and protecting your organization's most innovative talent.This isn't just about visas — it's about future-proofing your workforce, protecting diversity, retaining innovators, and staying ahead of competitors who will poach your best people. If you're a CHRO, CFO, or executive navigating this moment, this episode provides the roadmap to lead with strategy, empathy, and courage.

Sarah Smart, founder of Horizon Human Resources and a seasoned talent acquisition (TA) leader, joins us this episode to discuss the transformational impact of AI on talent acquisition. We explore how AI is reshaping TA roles, from coordinators to sourcers, and make the case for a fundamental shift in how organizations structure and skill their recruiting teams for the future. Sarah also provides critical advice for CHROs on adopting a skills-first strategy and integrating workforce planning directly into the TA organization to create a more predictive, data-driven, and effective hiring engine.  [0:00] Introduction Welcome, Sarah! Today's Topic: The Transformation of Talent Acquisition in the Age of AI [5:28] How is AI impacting Talent Acquisition today? AI has been a part of TA for over a decade, but its implementation requires more wisdom and due diligence now than ever before. The ROI for new technology should be based on strategic outcomes, like quality of hire or speed, not just headcount reduction. [20:32] How will TA structure and skills evolve over the next two years? Sourcing will become a more strategic function, using AI to combine talent marketing with deep candidate intelligence to nurture relationships over time. Workforce planning should be owned by Talent Acquisition to enable “predictive demand control” and align hiring strategy with business capacity and needs. [36:18] What is your advice for CHROs? Effective TA organizations are no longer built on “super recruiters”; they require investment in creating metrics-driven, data-literate, and technology-fluent teams. Organizations must adopt a “skills-first” approach, mapping current capabilities to future needs to inform buy vs. build talent strategies. [44:19] Closing Thanks for listening! Quick Quote “When you flip everything on its head and think skills first, it completely changes the structure of your organization.”

Fiona Hathorn is CEO and co-founder of Women on Boards UK, now known as WB Directors and recently acquired by Nurole. Listen to the conversation to hear about: What motivated Fiona to help more women get board roles (1:40); One woman's success story that illustrates how to get board roles (5:32); The benefits of taking on external board positions as an executive (8:15); The biggest misconception CEOs and CHROs have about board positions (16:02); The most common challenges faced by board members today (18:35); Why culture is such a challenge for boards and what to do about it (21:24); Key advice for those at the start of their board journeys (25:24); The most common mistakes people make when applying for board positions (28:40); How to transition from pro bono to paid board roles (30:02), and ⚡the Lightning round ⚡(33:17)Host: Oliver Cummings Producer: Will Felton Music: Kate Mac Audio: Nick Kold Email: podcast@nurole.com Web: https://www.nurole.com/nurole-podcast-enter-the-boardroom

Episode Notes In a new era of workforce transformation, CHROs are reimagining what it takes to attract, engage, and retain top talent, and this episode dives deep into the findings from Checkr's 2025 Survey Report: CHRO Insights — Driving Solutions for the Workforce of Tomorrow. We'll unpack how 500 CHROs are prioritizing AI, smarter integrations, and an employee experience that delivers real ROI, even as they face barriers like budget constraints, resistance to change, and tech that doesn't deliver on its promise. Join us as we explore what these leaders say they need most to build adaptable, future-ready HR teams. If you want to translate Checkr's CHRO insights into practical action for your people strategy, this conversation is for you.

With over 30 years of HR experience, Andy reflects on the impact work has on people's lives beyond the office - shaping families and communities. He shares how creating fulfilling environments and taking bold steps on talent, inclusion and opportunity can leave lasting legacies that extend far beyond any single organisation.  Looking ahead, Andy discusses the opportunities and challenges of AI, urging HR to embrace learning, experimentation and even failure, as essential tools to reimagine the world of work. He shares how Kantar has built an authentic community of AI influencers by empowering curiosity and encouraging self-nomination, adopting a social media–style approach that has driven real engagement.  Alongside technology, Andy speaks about the personal experiences that fuel his passion for inclusion and social change, from becoming a trustee of the Alzheimer's Society to celebrating cultural difference through food across Kantar's global workforce.  Andy advocates that HR can combine human connection and technological innovation to create positive impact for organisations, colleagues and society. He offers one wish for every HR leader: to become fluent in AI - in understanding its transformative power. References: None  Thank you to How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! 2025 - brought to you by Uplifting People for sponsoring this episode   This episode is brought to you by HR's boldest moment yet - How HR Leaders Change the World Live. Today's HR leaders are navigating extraordinary demands, balancing short-term business performance with shaping long-term, purpose-driven strategy. Yet despite holding the key to sustainable commercial success, HR is often undervalued, under-supported, and expected to play it safe. That's exactly why we created How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! - an extraordinary event bringing together pioneering HR leaders who believe our profession can be a transformative force for both business growth and social good. This year's event is the boldest yet, featuring candid, strategic conversations and powerful insights from global CHROs. You'll leave with actionable takeaways and a renewed sense of the power of your role, with 100% of profits donated to support vulnerable children - meaning your impact starts before you even walk through the door. Tickets are now available. Take a look at the agenda and our first speaker announcements, including keynote Bob Geldof KBE. Don't miss out - secure your place today and join fellow HR change makers to enhance your influence and impact. We can't wait to see you there!   

JooBee Yeow joined us on The Modern People Leader to talk about why HR must stop overfunctioning and start diagnosing real business problems—especially when revenue is on the line. We discussed how HR leaders can step out of their silo, challenge assumptions, influence revenue growth, and flip the HR pyramid to prioritize high-impact, strategic work.---- Sponsor Links:

Tiffany Stevenson, former Chief People Officer at WeightWatchers and Patreon, joined us on The Modern People Leader. We talked about this being the CHROs toughest chapter yet, how AI is reshaping HR, and what HR brings to the boardroom.---- Sponsor Links:

Dave Hennessy is joined by Charu Manocha, CHRO at SmartEquine, on this episode of The Hennessy Report Podcast, by Keystone Partners. Charu shares how she built workforce agility during major organizational change. Key insights: HR rotations that develop business-savvy leaders Team performance models that actually work Managing multi-generational workforce expectations Leading talent assessment during "shrink to grow" phases "We had 40 volunteers for our transformation task-force out of 360 employees. That's how you know change management is working." This episode is perfect for CHROs, CPOs, and emerging HR leaders navigating today's complex workforce challenges.

We talk a lot about HR best practices — recruiting, comp and benefits, org design, engagement. But too often, leaders miss the real heartbeat of culture: the operating rhythms. These are the daily patterns, principles, and unwritten rules that shape how work actually gets done — from the C-Suite down to your strongest individual contributors.In this episode, I break down why CHROs and culture leaders should shift focus from policies to operating models, and how to run meaningful retrospectives that spotlight what's working before you tackle what's broken. We'll explore the questions leaders should ask across four layers — executives, directors, managers, and ICs — to uncover the rituals, workflows, and feedback loops that make teams thrive (or stall).If you've ever wondered how to connect culture to scale, or how to move beyond “HR activities” into the true operating DNA of your company, this conversation is for you.

How does trust affect the CEO succession process?Why are CHROs often more critical than CEOs in shaping succession outcomes?My guests on this episode are Ani Huang, Senior Executive Vice President of the HR Policy Association and Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South CarolinaDuring our conversation Ani, Anthony, and I discuss:What first-time CHROs must know about CEO succession.Why trust between a CHRO, the board, and the CEO is critical for a successful succession process. How to give boards real exposure to top internal talent.How CHROs can help boards to assess internal vs. external talent objectively.Why CEO role profiles used for succession should be forward-looking and should evolve with strategy changes.Connecting with Ani Huang & Anthony Nyberg: Connect with Ani Huang on LinkedInConnect with Anthony Nyberg on LinkedInDownload the CEO Succession: 10 Pitfalls Boards Must Avoid—and the CHRO Practices That HelpEpisode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leadersHR Leader's Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.Succession Planning Playbook: In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.

In this episode of the HR Famous Podcast, Tim Sackett welcomes communications pro Dinah Alobeid for a brutally honest, wildly entertaining conversation about corporate comms, brand moments, and the power of good storytelling in HR tech. Dinah, now Head of Communications at Visier and formerly with Greenhouse, joins Tim for a laugh-filled yet thought-provoking discussion that touches on everything from corporate crisis responses to acoustic wedding songs to how HR leaders get held to a higher standard than CEOs.

Alix shares her experience leading people strategy at a global professional services company with 90,000 employees, discussing the challenge and excitement of integrating acquired businesses across Europe with a strong employee value proposition rooted in purpose and belonging. Describing how her passion for responsible business has shaped her career - from tackling food insecurity to championing women's economic inclusion as Chair of the Women's Advisory Board in Northeast England, Alix shares her experience on a race equity commission, a powerful reminder that inclusive leadership requires courage and truth.  Alix reflects on leading with compassion and the role of HR in shaping a more human world of work. Her parting message: compassion is the secret sauce in transformational leadership. References: RED report: Building inclusive places - Anti-racism in North East businesses – published July 2024 - North East Chamber of Commerce / Newcastle University Thank you to How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! 2025 - brought to you by Uplifting People for sponsoring this episode   This episode is brought to you by HR's boldest moment yet - How HR Leaders Change the World Live. Today's HR leaders are navigating extraordinary demands, balancing short-term business performance with shaping long-term, purpose-driven strategy. Yet despite holding the key to sustainable commercial success, HR is often undervalued, under-supported, and expected to play it safe. That's exactly why we created How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! - an extraordinary event bringing together pioneering HR leaders who believe our profession can be a transformative force for both business growth and social good. This year's event is the boldest yet, featuring candid, strategic conversations and powerful insights from global CHROs. You'll leave with actionable takeaways and a renewed sense of the power of your role, with 100% of profits donated to support vulnerable children - meaning your impact starts before you even walk through the door. Tickets are now available. Take a look at the agenda and our first speaker announcements, including keynote Bob Geldof KBE. Don't miss out - secure your place today and join fellow HR change makers to enhance your influence and impact. We can't wait to see you there!   

We are on the cusp of a significant transformation in the world of work, with HR and Talent teams currently at the frontline of change. CHROs face unprecedented questions about the impact of agentic AI on the structure of organisations and the continuing need for agility and adaptation as skills go in and out of relevance at an ever-accelerating pace. The most innovative CHROs are looking in two directions - collaborating with IT teams in entirely new ways and studying how product teams operate with their test-learn-iterate mindset. Over the last few years, talent acquisition has often been more exposed to constant tech experimentation and workflow optimization than their HR colleagues. So could TA Leaders play a significant role in driving this workforce transformation? My guest this week is Amy Schultz, VP Market Development & Operations for RPO at Korn Ferry ANZ. Amy brings a unique perspective from a career spanning agency, RPO, and senior in-house roles at LinkedIn and Canva. In our conversation, she shares her belief that TA's natural product mindset and tech experience well-position recruiting teams to guide HR's evolution from fixed programs towards an agile, iterative product development mindset. This is a fascinating discussion! In the interview, we discuss: The core challenges employers are facing A mismatch in AI readiness What are the most innovative CHROs doing? Learning from product managers to move from programs to products TA's unique influence and tech adoption advantage Removing silos in the talent function The changing meaning of Build, Buy, Borrow, Bot, Bounce. Human / Agent hybrid working. Human first doesn't mean AI last and vice versa. What does the future look like Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts. Follow this podcast on Spotify.

Louisa reflects on shifts in gender imbalance in the construction industry, and shares how her career transition from engineering into HR has enabled her to drive culture transformation, providing practical examples on values-led leadership such as ‘mood mountains'. Louisa explores the future of work, highlighting HR's role in leading digital change and creating inclusive, trust-based workplaces, advocating for offices as collaborative destinations. With a call to action for HR to ‘be the challenge' in business, Louisa urges HR leaders to ask bold questions and embrace cognitive diversity to unlock progress. Cecilia echoes the message, encouraging listeners to step into their influence and lead change with purpose. References: None Thank you to How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! 2025 - brought to you by Uplifting People for sponsoring this episode   This episode is brought to you by HR's boldest moment yet - How HR Leaders Change the World Live. Today's HR leaders are navigating extraordinary demands, balancing short-term business performance with shaping long-term, purpose-driven strategy. Yet despite holding the key to sustainable commercial success, HR is often undervalued, under-supported, and expected to play it safe. That's exactly why we created How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! - an extraordinary event bringing together pioneering HR leaders who believe our profession can be a transformative force for both business growth and social good. This year's event is the boldest yet, featuring candid, strategic conversations and powerful insights from global CHROs. You'll leave with actionable takeaways and a renewed sense of the power of your role, with 100% of profits donated to support vulnerable children - meaning your impact starts before you even walk through the door. Early bird tickets are now available, saving you £100 if you book before 30th July. With only 50 discounted tickets on offer, once they're gone, they're gone. Take a look at the agenda and our first speaker announcements, including keynote Bob Geldof KBE. Don't miss out - secure your place today and join fellow HR change makers to enhance your influence and impact. We can't wait to see you there!   

What if you could lead organizational change the same way revolutions overthrow regimes? Today on Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Greg Satell—co-founder of ChangeOS, bestselling author of "Cascades: How to Create a Movement That Drives Transformational Change", and one of the world's top experts on transformational change. Greg doesn't just talk about change—he's lived through it, from leading media organizations during the Orange Revolution in Ukraine to building practical frameworks used by today's largest corporations. Greg shares why traditional change management often fails and how organizations can instead harness the power of movements. Drawing from real-world revolutions and network science, he explains why resistance is predictable, why change requires collective action, and how to create sustainable, culture-driven transformation that sticks. He also breaks down the tools and models behind his work—like the Resistance Inventory and Cultural Trigger Mapping—and why building evangelists inside your organization is critical to long-term success. If your team is struggling with change fatigue, inertia, or lack of alignment, Greg's insights offer a radically different way forward. This episode is packed with sharp, actionable frameworks for CEOs, CHROs, transformation leaders, and fellow thought leaders alike. If you're looking to drive change that actually lasts—this conversation is a must-listen. Three Key Takeaways: • Change is a people problem, not just a strategy problem. Successful transformation requires shifting beliefs and behaviors—not just processes or structures. • Resistance is predictable—and manageable. Most change initiatives fail because they don't identify or plan for resistance. A resistance inventory helps leaders anticipate and navigate pushback. • Lasting change spreads like a movement. True transformation requires internal evangelists who influence their networks, making the change sustainable beyond any one leader or initiative. If Greg's episode sparked your interest in how movements drive lasting change, you'll want to explore our conversation with Urvashi Bhatnagar on Implementing Niche Solutions at Scale. Both episodes dive into the challenge of turning big ideas into sustainable results—whether it's building cultural momentum for transformation or scaling specialized solutions across complex organizations. Urvashi's insights on aligning niche innovations with organizational structures complement Greg's frameworks for overcoming resistance and creating internal evangelists. Together, these episodes offer a powerful blueprint for leaders who need to drive change that sticks and scales.

In this episode of Elevate Care, host Keri Perez engages in an insightful conversation with Tomya Watt, Chief People Officer at AMN Healthcare, about the evolving role of Chief Human Resource Officers (CHROs). Together, they explore how CHROs have transitioned from transactional roles to becoming strategic, solution-driven partners in the C-suite. The discussion highlights the power of data in driving workforce transformation, the importance of aligning talent strategies with business goals, and how holistic workforce solutions and technology integration can elevate patient care and organizational success.Chapters00:00 The Evolving Role of CHROs06:08 Holistic Workforce Solutions and Technology Integration09:23 Aligning Talent Strategies for Workforce TransformationWant to keep the conversation going?Join Tomya for an upcoming Becker's Healthcare webinar:Turn Workforce Risk Into Enterprise Value: The CHRO Playbook

In this landmark 200th episode we bring together five inspiring CHROs to share actionable insights on navigating the future of work. Each leader responds to listener questions with practical strategies that highlight HR's vital role in driving transformation with empathy, agility, and human-centred leadership: ·        Dannii Portsmouth of PepsiCo EMEA explores how HR can harness AI by fostering emotional intelligence, ethical judgement, and curiosity; ·        Elaine Grell at Ogilvy EMEA shares creative ways to embed AI across the business through inclusive learning and playful experimentation; ·        Elly Tomlins at EasyJet discusses the importance of purpose-driven, honest communication to balance transformation with cost efficiency; ·        Loren Shuster at The LEGO Group reveals how leadership is evolving beyond hierarchy into collaborative, cross-functional approaches supported by AI-powered personalised development platforms; and ·        Natalia Wallenberg at Ahold Delhaize, offers four key principles for building future-ready leaders. Listen to hear these and her practical 2-2-2 framework that builds business resilience and agility. Together, these insights illuminate a powerful vision for HR's role - not just as a driver of change, but as a beacon of hope and human connection, inspiring purpose-led leadership in a world of constant transformation. Thank you to everyone that sent in a question, and thanks to you for listening – we're delighted to celebrate this 200th episode and the power of #HRChangemakers! References: None Sponsored by How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! 2025 This episode is brought to you by HR's boldest moment yet - How HR Leaders Change the World Live! Today's HR leaders are navigating extraordinary demands, balancing short-term business performance with shaping long-term, purpose-driven strategy. Yet despite holding the key to sustainable commercial success, HR is often undervalued, under-supported, and expected to play it safe. That's exactly why we created How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! - an extraordinary event bringing together pioneering HR leaders who believe our profession can be a transformative force for both business growth and social good. This year's event is the boldest yet, featuring candid, strategic conversations and powerful insights from global CHROs. You'll leave with actionable takeaways and a renewed sense of the power of your role, with 100% of profits donated to support vulnerable children - meaning your impact starts before you even walk through the door. Early bird tickets are for a limited time only, saving you £100 if you book before 31st July.   Take a look at the agenda and see our first CHRO speaker announcements, plus our legendary keynote - Bob Geldof KBE!   Don't miss out – click here to secure your place today and join fellow #HRChangemakers enhancing their influence and impact. We can't wait to see you there!     

2025 is half over. What issues should human capital leaders focus onduring the restof the year?     In this time of rapid change, chief HR officers (CHROs) shouldfocus on issues such as AI transformation, leadership resilience, and strategic workforce planning. Whatelse made The Conference Board's top 10 CHRO priorities for the restof 2025?    Join Steve Odland and guest Diana Scott, center leader of the US Human Capital Center at The Conference Board, to find out why succession and workforce planning are so important, the role of reskilling and upskilling, and how to help your workforce overcome their fear of AI.    The Conference Board is profiling the top 10 priorities for crucial job functions and business units. In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, we look at the top priorities for CHROs.     (00:46) Priority Number 10: Employee Well-Being (03:47) Priority Number 9: Data-Driven Workforce Decisions (06:20) Priority Number 8: Succession Planning (08:49) Priority Number 7: Reimagining Hybrid and Flexible Work (11:23) Priority Number 6: Talent Mobility and Internal Opportunities (14:00) Priority Number 5: Reskilling and Upskilling at Scale (17:01) Priority Number 4: Driving Organizational Change and Building Culture (19:00) Priority Number 3: Strategic Workforce Planning (22:02) Priority Number 2: Leadership Resilience and Agility (23:05) Priority Number 1: Leading AI and Technology Transformation      For more from The Conference Board:  The State of US Job Satisfaction  The Reimagined Workplace 2025: Managing Uncertainty  Navigating Change Fatigue in an Age of Disruption 

In this no-holds-barred solo rant, AJ peels back the layers of what's really driving (or stalling) organizational transformation in 2025. This one's for the CHROs, COOs, and strategic operators who are actually in the trenches—grappling with reorgs, AI adoption, middle management drag, and sluggish decision-making structures that choke scale and stunt innovation.With 75% of orgs facing workforce shifts and 51% of HR leaders citing slow decision-making as their biggest barrier to transformation, AJ delivers a fast-paced breakdown of what must change—now. From internal talent marketplaces to AI-assisted decision tools, cross-functional pods to change ambassadors, he challenges leaders to radically reimagine autonomy, accountability, and alignment.This episode is part sermon, part strategy blueprint, part organizational therapy—and all fire. If your org is scaling, stalling, or somewhere in between, there's a playbook hidden in this episode that you need to hear.

In this solo episode, Anthony Vaughan outlines a high-impact, forward-facing framework for how today's Chief People Officers must evolve. This isn't about legacy HR—it's about architecting a people strategy that's deeply human and ruthlessly aligned to business velocity. From codifying culture into hiring and promotions, to designing trust-first team environments, to rethinking recruiter intelligence and long-range role design—Anthony unpacks how modern organizations must scale talent with intention. Whether you're building a startup or transforming a global enterprise, this is a strategic lens on how to match your people operations to the pace of growth, the psychology of teams, and the pressure of market shifts.Ask ChatGPT

In this follow-up to “Redesigning the People Function,” Anthony Vaughan ditches the 30,000-foot view and gets in the trenches. This episode is a tactical blueprint for CHROs and people leaders ready to stop admiring the problem and start solving it. From four-week manager microlabs and pulse-driven trust audits to 24-month skill clouds and AI copilots, Anthony lays out the systems, rituals, and behaviors that turn lofty HR strategy into operational muscle. This isn't theory—it's a call to build, test, iterate, and lead with courage inside the chaos of scale.Ask ChatGPTwindow.__oai_logHTML?window.__oai_logHTML():window.__oai_SSR_HTML=window.__oai_SSR_HTML||Date.now();requestAnimationFrame((function(){window.__oai_logTTI?window.__oai_logTTI():window.__oai_SSR_TTI=window.__oai_SSR_TTI||Date.now()}))

Are you still managing your team the old way—while others are using breakthrough strategies to build unstoppable momentum? In a world where AI is reshaping entire industries and the workforce is more dispersed than ever, staying relevant as a leader means more than just adapting—it means radically rethinking how your team operates. This episode is for CEOs and executives who want to build resilient, innovative, high-performing teams—and stop carrying the weight of leadership alone. In this episode with Keith Ferrazzi, you'll learn how to: Build a culture of “teamship” where leadership is shared, not hoarded—so your company thrives even when you're not in the room. Adopt battle-tested collaboration practices that drive innovation, accountability, and psychological safety in remote or hybrid teams. Replace outdated “report outs” with “stress tests” that elevate performance, challenge complacency, and deepen peer-to-peer support. Press play now to discover the 21st-century leadership tools that will help you future-proof your team and free up your time without sacrificing results. Check out: [08:52] – The Power of Peer-to-Peer Groups Keith shares how radical innovators—top CIOs and CHROs—are gathering to reinvent the workforce. If you've ever wondered how small groups can spark massive change, this segment reveals why peer-driven collaboration is the real competitive edge. [39:17] – From Leadership to “Teamship” This is where Keith lays out the heart of his new book: how CEOs can shift from being solo leaders to architects of high-performing teams. You'll hear practical strategies for empowering others, boosting team energy by 30%, and achieving more by doing less yourself. [53:00] – The “Stress Test” Meeting Framework Tired of useless status updates? This part introduces a simple but powerful practice that replaces the traditional report-out with a feedback-rich “stress test.” It's one of the most actionable takeaways in the episode—and could change how your team collaborates starting tomorrow. About Our Guest Keith Ferrazzi is a renowned executive team coach, keynote speaker, influential thought leader and founder of Ferrazzi Greenlight, where he has spent more than 20 years coaching Fortune 500 companies, unicorn startups, and even governments. Keith leads the Greenlight Research Institute, which is focused on team transformation. He is a business coach who challenges the way teams work to achieve breakthrough results through more connection and collaboration across silos, with a revolutionary shift from leadership to teamship. His Radical Innovators Collaborative brings together disruptive thinkers for peer-to-peer interaction and ongoing best practice sharing.

On this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, we're joined by Clara Blitch, Chief Human Resources Officer at Williamson Health, who returns to sharing the incredible journey of transforming a 60-year-old HR function into a modern, data-driven, people-first department, all without sacrificing the soul of the organization.

IN THIS EPISODE...Meet Sarah Smart, the co-founder of HorizonHuman. Sarah leads initiatives in HR transformation and AI-driven talent strategies.In this conversation, she discusses how emerging technologies and evolving business needs reshape HR. Sarah emphasizes the critical role of AI literacy, user-centered design, and strategic decision-making in successful HR tech adoption. Furthermore, she explores common implementation pitfalls, such as overlooking user experience, and highlights the value of a design thinking approach. Looking ahead, Sarah foresees a rise in tech-savvy CHROs, agentic AI, and blended workforces.------------Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://BlendedWorkforcesAtWork. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Sarah”)If you love this show, please leave us a review. Go to http://RateThisPodcast.com/blended Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Be sure to:Check out our website at http://BlendedWorkforcesAtWork Follow Karan on LinkedIn, X, and InstagramFollow SDL on LinkedIn, X, and InstagramABOUT SHOCKINGLY DIFFERENT LEADERSHIP (SDL):This podcast is brought to you by Shockingly Different Leadership, the go-to firm companies trust when needing to supplement their in-house HR teams with contract or interim HR, Learning, and Culture experts to assist with business-critical People initiatives during peak periods of work. Visit https://shockinglydifferent.com to learn more.-------------WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:1. What challenges do HR teams face when adopting new technologies?2. How can AI help improve HR processes?3. What is the importance of user experience in HR tech implementation?4. Why should companies define KPIs before using new technology?5. What are some common mistakes in HR tech implementation?6. Why is strategic decision-making critical in leadership?7. How can leaders learn from their mistakes?------------FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:[03:44] Sarah's Professional Journey and Co-Founding Horizon Human[07:08] Horizon Human's Approach to HR Transformation[14:05] Challenges and Best Practices in HR Tech Implementation[18:59] Signature Segment: Sarah's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Future Trends in HR Transformation[25:05] Signature Segment: Sarah's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Strategic Decision Making[27:33] Contact Information

Why do top healthcare employees really leave — and what are CHROs overlooking before it happens? Dr. Helen Riess, Founder of Empathetics, joins Becker's Lukas Voss to unpack the neuroscience behind trust, emotional safety, and retention. Learn actionable steps leaders can take to strengthen connection and keep talent engaged before it's too late.This episode is sponsored by Empathetics.

Employer branding reflects your organization's public perception—and you can measure its effectiveness.     In a world where any job candidate can see your reputation at a glance online, employer branding is essential. How is employer branding different from other branding, and how can companies measure the ROI?     Join Steve Odland and guest Erka Amursi, principal researcher in the Human Capital Center at The Conference Board, to find out the history of employer branding, the challenges in measuring ROI, and why change management can help employer branding efforts succeed.    (00:38) The Evolving Role of the CHRO (01:43) Strategic Partnership and Talent Management (03:14) CHROs in the Boardroom (07:03) Global Perspectives on Corporate Governance (08:49) Research Methodology and Insights (10:17) CHROs' Collaboration with C-Suite Members (13:04) Future Skills for CHROs (18:17) Board and CEO Support for CHROs    For more from The Conference Board:  The ROI of Employer Branding: The Case for Measurement   The ROI of Employer Branding: Approaches for Demonstrating Impact  What is the ROI of Your Employer Branding Efforts? 

They say your reputation precedes you, but what if the one that doesn't feel right? Or worse, what if it's misaligned and you're starting at a deficit? For many in HR, this feeling is a familiar one, which is why it's time to talk reputation management. In this exciting season finale, join guest host Kim Rohrer, co-host of HR Confessions, as she sits down with her friend and Workweek's Chief People Officer, Hebba Youssef. As a podcaster and the force behind a wildly successful online HR community, Hebba knows firsthand what it means to manage your reputation, both personally and publicly. Leaving the sugarcoating at home, Kim and Hebba get real about what it means to shape your reputation with employees and leadership, noting how they differ and the nuances that exist in these relationships. Hebba, remarks on the role of persuasion, a high emotional intelligence, and why making everyone happy is something you cannot and should not do. Plus, they dive into why CHROs might just be the best candidates for future CEOs. A candid, candor-filled conversation, this episode wraps up the season with a fresh take on how HR is evolving and how to make sure your reputation evolves with it.For more people-focused conversations like this one, join Oyster's People Builders community HERE. This podcast episode was produced by Quill.

In this episode of The E1B2 Collective Podcast, AJ Vaughan unpacks a provocative insight sparked by a recent listen to The Ready Podcast: why do we expect the same average teams—who've struggled to innovate for years—to suddenly spark change just by “collaborating more”? He explores the seductive myth of internal DIY transformation, the overlooked power of psychological safety, and the real reason your team might be stuck in the mud.AJ challenges HR leaders and executives to rethink how they budget for capability-building—not just execution. He dives deep into the ROI of bringing in external experts, not to replace internal teams, but to level them up, build muscle, and transfer mindsets that actually stick. This one's for the CHROs, L&D leads, and People Ops innovators tired of spinning in circles with “collaborative mediocrity.”Stop doing more of the same and expecting better. Let's talk about what real change takes.

Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) are now responsible for shaping the future of work. But to do that, you can't stay in the HR box. To HR leaders, it's time to stop thinking of yourself as administrators and start showing up as architects of human transformation. The new world of work operates on an entirely new playbook, we can't keep putting band-aids on outdated systems. We must start reimagining work itself. In today's Leadership Spark, we're rethinking the outdated ideas about work, engagement, and the role of HR in shaping the future. We explore why perks don't create real employee experience, how employer branding often masks the truth about our workplaces, and what it takes to move from managing people to truly transforming how we work. ________________ This episode is sponsored by Workhuman: Don't you hate how every HR company out there says they are powered by AI? The truth is most difficult if it's just fluff. Human Intelligence™ from Workhuman is one of the few solutions that actually uses AI to help you get insights about your culture by analyzing the recognition data of your workforce. It helps managers coach better, shows you where culture is thriving, and is so effective at helping companies make smarter decisions, Workhuman backs it with the industry's only ROI Guarantee. In a world of noisy tech, this one actually feels... human. Learn more at Workhuman.com and see how Human Intelligence is becoming a force for good in the workplace. ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

Based in Nashville, TN, ABREO is an outplacement and executive transition services firm born out of the Executive Education communities at Harvard, Wharton, and Stanford. We support CHROs and CLOs when it matters the most: in high-risk exit scenarios at the C-Suite, President, and Director levels. Elisabeth Constantin, M.A., M.Ed., began her professional journey in […]

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we speak with Ben Frost, Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry, and Zoë Cannings FCIPD, Strategic HR Transformation Director at Oracle. Together, they explore how organizations must evolve their reward strategies to meet the needs of a changing workforce, balancing personalization, equity, and performance.From skills-based pay models to the strategic use of AI, Ben and Zoe reveal how HR can lead the charge in building fair, flexible, and future-ready reward systems.

CHROs, your role has never been more vital or more complex. AI, shifting politics, hybrid work, and evolving employee expectations, have taken the front seat in today's world of work. The future says you're no longer just managing HR, you're redefining the workplace itself. That's exactly why I launched Future of Work Leaders, a supportive global community built specifically for CHROs who are ready to move beyond traditional HR and are committed to building future-ready organizations.  In this episode, I share highlights from our very first 2025 gathering, where CHROs from some of the world's most respected brands came together to discuss the real challenges and opportunities shaping the future of work. I'm taking you behind the scenes of our inaugural Future of Work Leaders CHRO event, hosted at the Neiman Marcus Innovation Hub in Dallas. We brought together 40 CHROs from organizations like Johnson & Johnson, Northrop Grumman, Tractor Supply, Amway, and others to have deep, honest conversations about what's really driving change today. Topics like the evolving role of DEI, AI integration, hybrid work models, culture transformation, and even the political climate's impact on work. ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Juan Pablo Velasquez, CHRO at Fyffes and author of the book Respectful Rebels, to explore the power of respectful rebellion in leadership, navigating polarities in organizational culture, and his insights from leading HR across global markets. Juan Pablo shares personal stories illustrating the value of curiosity, taking risks, and effectively challenging the status quo. The conversation explores how combining respect with rebelliousness can drive positive organizational change and impactful leadership.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Alim A. Dhanji, CHRO at TD SYNNEX to explore how companies can protect their most valuable asset: culture. As AI reshapes work, Alim explains why empathy, values, and leadership vulnerability are the ultimate differentiators.Drawing from his experience as CHRO and President at Adidas Canada, Alim shares a candid perspective on leading with courage, speaking the language of business, and creating workplaces where humanity still matter.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Sarnjit Kaur, Chief People Officer International at Cox Automotive Inc., to explore how HR leaders can transform data into board-level ROI.Sarnjit shares how HR teams can elevate people analytics from operational metrics to strategic insights, and how combining empathy with business acumen can unlock real impact.

Leader and manager development was CHROs' top priority in 2025, according to the 2025 Gartner HR Priorities Survey. When employees are frustrated by the leadership at the organization, their engagement, performance and productivity suffer. Adam Galinsky, professor at Columbia Business School and author of "Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others,” joins the Talent Angle to share research on what makes leaders inspiring, rather than infuriating, and how organizations can adapt their leadership development strategies to nurture inspiration at scale. Adam Galinsky is a celebrated social psychologist at Columbia Business School known for his research on leadership, decision-making, teams, and ethics. His scientific research — consisting of more than 1,000 studies published in more than 200 scientific articles — has been cited more than 64,000 times. In Adam's latest book, “Inspire The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others,” he weaves together his decades of research and global consulting experience to reveal the science of how to become more inspiring. His TED Talk, “How to Speak Up For Yourself,” has been viewed more than 7.5 million times, and his book “Friend & Foe: When to Cooperate, When to Compete, and How to Succeed at Both” was an audible and eBook bestseller. Caroline Walsh is a managing vice president in Gartner's HR practice. Her teams help HR leaders build and execute talent, diversity, rewards, and learning strategies and programs. Caroline has also led Gartner research teams on commercial banking strategy and leadership. She holds a bachelor's degree in East Asian studies from Columbia University, and a master's degree in public affairs from Princeton University.