Podcasts about Performance management

Send us Fan MailThe Silverbacks are back, talking about performance management as an essential tool for fire service leaders.This episode features Nick Brunacini, Terry Garrison, and John Vance.We lay out a practical performance improvement model that keeps looping through SOPs, training, field application, monitoring, and revision so the work gets better every time. We also get blunt about what breaks the system: outdated policies, ego-driven resistance to change, weak critiques, and leaders who stop training. • circular performance improvement model tied to service delivery • why outdated SOPs create operational risk and legal exposure • keeping SOPs simple, task-focused, and grounded in real standards • making shared SOPs work across automatic aid departments • change resistance driven by ownership and ego, and how leadership pushes through  • what makes an after-action review honest, consistent, and useful • critique pitfalls like pet peeves, grandstanding, and excluding firefighters • why leaders must keep training and prove competence at strategic levels • decision-making truth: no perfect choices, only best upside with least downside You can download all your operational SOPs off bluecard.com right nowOrder the 3rd Edition of Fire Command here:https://bshifter.myshopify.com/products/new-fire-command-3rd-editionFor Waldorf University Blue Card credit and discounts:https://www.waldorf.edu/blue-card/For free command and leadership support, visit:https://bshifter.comSign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/BuckslipShop B Shifter:https://bshifter.myshopify.com

Was passiert, wenn eine IT-Abteilung im eigenen Unternehmen vor allem als Kostentreiber wahrgenommen wird – intransparent, wenig vertrauenswürdig, weit weg vom Business? Genau das war die Ausgangssituation, die Jörg Kohlenz vorfand, als er 2022 als Group CIO zum Wuppertaler Traditionsunternehmen Vorwerk wechselte. Seine Antwort auf diese Herausforderung war überraschend: nicht zuerst Technologie modernisieren, nicht zuerst Prozesse optimieren – sondern Führung transformieren. Im Herbst 2022 startete Jörg Kohlenz das Transformationsprogramm „Everest", das die Vorwerk-IT grundlegend verändern sollte: neue Strukturen, neue Arbeitsweisen und vor allem eine neue Führungskultur. Im Gespräch erklärt Jörg Kohlenz, warum IT-Transformation vor allem ein Führungsthema ist, wie er fünf Führungsprinzipien – Walk the talk, Give and earn trust, Purpose, Autonomy und Learn continuously – als Grundlage für den kulturellen Wandel entwickelt hat, und wie daraus drei IT-Werte entstanden sind, die für alle Mitarbeitenden gelten: Value Creation, Joined Ownership und Aligned Autonomy. Außerdem spricht er darüber, wie die IT-Organisation strukturell neu aufgestellt wurde, welche Widerstände es gab – und was die Transformation nach rund drei Jahren konkret gebracht hat. Eine Episode für CFOs, Controller und IT-Verantwortliche, die verstehen wollen, warum der Schlüssel zu einer erfolgreichen IT-Transformation nicht in der Technologie liegt – sondern in der Führung.

In this episode, Nithiya Parameswaran, VP of Product Management at Emerson | AspenTech, discusses how Industrial AI is reshaping Asset Performance Management, moving it beyond traditional monitoring toward predictive insights, faster maintenance action, and greater scalability across the enterprise.

Was passiert, wenn eine IT-Abteilung im eigenen Unternehmen vor allem als Kostentreiber wahrgenommen wird – intransparent, wenig vertrauenswürdig, weit weg vom Business? Genau das war die Ausgangssituation, die Jörg Kohlenz vorfand, als er 2022 als Group CIO zum Wuppertaler Traditionsunternehmen Vorwerk wechselte. Seine Antwort auf diese Herausforderung war überraschend: nicht zuerst Technologie modernisieren, nicht zuerst Prozesse optimieren – sondern Führung transformieren. Im Herbst 2022 startete Jörg Kohlenz das Transformationsprogramm „Everest", das die Vorwerk-IT grundlegend verändern sollte: neue Strukturen, neue Arbeitsweisen und vor allem eine neue Führungskultur. Im Gespräch erklärt Jörg Kohlenz, warum IT-Transformation vor allem ein Führungsthema ist, wie er fünf Führungsprinzipien – Walk the talk, Give and earn trust, Purpose, Autonomy und Learn continuously – als Grundlage für den kulturellen Wandel entwickelt hat, und wie daraus drei IT-Werte entstanden sind, die für alle Mitarbeitenden gelten: Value Creation, Joined Ownership und Aligned Autonomy. Außerdem spricht er darüber, wie die IT-Organisation strukturell neu aufgestellt wurde, welche Widerstände es gab – und was die Transformation nach rund drei Jahren konkret gebracht hat. Eine Episode für CFOs, Controller und IT-Verantwortliche, die verstehen wollen, warum der Schlüssel zu einer erfolgreichen IT-Transformation nicht in der Technologie liegt – sondern in der Führung.

Everyone wants a team of high performers. Or do they? This week, Jimmy and James dismantle the corporate obsession with “high performers”—a label so vague it could mean anything from “top salesperson” to “office psychopath who throws toys out of the pram when they don't get their way.The episode exposes the absurdity of how organisations define, reward, and often suffer from their so-called high performers. Is it the person who hits the numbers? The one who sucks up to the boss? Or the quiet grafter who never makes a fuss? Jimmy and James argue that the real problem isn't just the subjectivity—it's the chaos left in their wake. High performers can be super chickens, pecking their colleagues to death while laying golden eggs. And if you fill a team with them? You'll end up with a department full of egos and a trail of destruction.But here's the twist: maybe the goal shouldn't be a team of high performers at all. Maybe it's about creating a high-performing team. The hosts tackle the hero culture, the danger of rewarding firefighters over fire preventers, and the self-fulfilling prophecy of labelling people as “low performers.” And, of course, they ask the question no one else will: What if your high performer is just someone who looks like you and agrees with you?Five Key Points:High performers are often as easy to spot as a needle in a haystack—if the needle is on fire and screaming about how great it is.The “Frank” dilemma: What do you do when your top performer is also your biggest liability?Hero culture and firefighting: Why organisations reward the wrong behaviours.The super chicken experiment: Why a team of high performers might just peck each other to death.The canoe theory: Focus on the middle, not just the front. Got a question - get in touch. Click here.

Got a question about the show? Click here & Send us a text!Pull up a chair for another episode of The Building Talks Podcast, this one is for construction business owners (or insights for anyone who aspires to set up their own construction business in the future) who feel like they have become the engine, the brake and the decision-maker all at once.In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Sparks, who works with business owners to help them better understand, scale and increase the value of their companies. We dig into a challenge many construction, property and consulting businesses eventually face, the founder becomes the bottleneck.Andrew shares practical insights on founder dependency, leadership, culture, hiring and recruitment, and what it takes to build a business that can grow beyond the owner. We also talk about why strong systems, high performers and clear decision making have such a major impact on business value, especially if you want more freedom, stronger performance or a business that can one day run, grow or sell without everything relying on you.Takeaways:✅ Why founder dependency can quietly hold a business back✅ Building a company that scales beyond the owner✅ The link between leadership, culture and business value✅ Why hiring the right people can lift performance and valuation✅ How high performers help stop businesses from hitting a ceiling✅ Creating more freedom without losing control✅ Building a business that does not rely on every decision running through youChapters:07:14  Understanding Business Exits: Lifestyle vs. Payday10:20  The Importance of Planning for Business Exit11:00  Building Value in Construction Businesses12:31  The Role of Business Owners in Valuation13:45  Maturity and Growth in Business15:52  Identifying Bottlenecks in Construction Businesses19:11  Leadership Challenges in the Construction Industry22:16  Attracting and Retaining Talent26:48  The Role of Culture in Business Success29:59  Understanding Roles and Responsibilities33:02  Performance Management and Clarity37:04  The Importance of Onboarding42:28  Learning Through Experience46:15  Hiring Process and Best Practices51:55  Adapting Leadership Styles55:23  The Choice Between Complaining and Improving57:55  The Evolving Role of Leadership1:01:18  Addressing Business Bottlenecks1:04:48  Navigating Growth and Complexity1:09:39  The Impact of AI on Business Efficiency1:14:56  Common Mistakes in Scaling BusinessesTune in for a practical conversation on building a stronger, smarter and more valuable business that can grow beyond the founder.Hope you enjoy the podcast!#BusinessGrowth #FounderDependency #ConstructionBusiness #PropertyDevelopment #BuildingTalksPodcast #Leadership #BusinessValue #ScalingABusiness #Recruitment #HighPerformanceTeams #ConstructionLeadership #BuiltEnvironment #BusinessOwners #CultureAndLeadershipThe Building Talks Podcast is brought to you by Building Environs Recruitment - providing recruitment solutions to the property, construction, and related industries, here in Melbourne and Southeast Queensland.  For an overview of our service, visit: www.buildingenvirons.com.auProud to partner with Housing All Australians (HAA) and The Building and Construction Foundation. Check out their websites and join the movement!www.housingallaustralians.org.auhttps://www.buildingandconstructionfoundation.org.au/The views and information shared in this podcast are for general purposes only and do not constitute legal or professional advice. Neither the host nor guests are providing specific guidance. Please seek professional advice before taking any action based on the content of this podcast.Contact The Building Talks PodcastFollow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and InstagramVisit us on our websiteEmail us at info@buildingenvirons.com.au

What you'll learn in this episode: ● The key difference between leading and managing ● How your words can carry more weight than you realize ● Why great leaders attract people seeking guidance ● How to empower your team through influence, not authority ● The mindset shift that transforms management into leadership

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jamie Aitken about the end of performance management as we know it.As VP of HR Transformation at Betterworks, Jamie helps customers reimagine the way employee performance is managed with proven systems and processes that work. As co-author of Make Work Better, she draws inspiration from her more than twenty-five years of HR leadership experience, spearheading organizational development, HR transformation and employee engagement strategies that boost business performance. Her work as a consultant and an in-house HR practitioner spans the entire spectrum of human capital practices and multiple industries.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vom Monatsbericht zur Echtzeitsteuerung – das klingt einfach, stellt Unternehmen in der Praxis aber vor erhebliche Herausforderungen. Daten in Echtzeit erfassen, aufbereiten und für Entscheidungen nutzbar machen erfordert mehr als Technologie: Es braucht neue Organisationsstrukturen, integrierte BI-Plattformen und eine veränderte Unternehmenskultur. Die neue Ausgabe 3/2026 der Fachzeitschrift Controlling zeigt: Von der Reporting Factory über Matrixproduktionssysteme bis zu Digitalen Zwillingen – Echtzeitsteuerung ist ein Gesamtpaket aus Technologie, Organisation und Kultur. Im Performance Manager Podcast spricht Peter Bluhm mit Prof. Dr. Burkhard Pedell, Inhaber des Lehrstuhls für Controlling an der Universität Stuttgart und Mitherausgeber der Fachzeitschrift Controlling: Warum reichen Technologie und Organisation allein nicht aus – und welche drei Hebel müssen gemeinsam angepackt werden? Wie verkürzt eine zentrale Reporting Factory die Analyselatenz – und welche Rolle spielen Power BI und Robotic Process Automation dabei konkret?  Wie verändern Digitale Zwillinge das Controlling grundlegend – und welche Kompetenzen müssen Controller jetzt aufbauen? 

Schwache Signale erkennen, bevor sie zu handfesten Risiken oder Chancen werden – das ist die Kernidee der Frühaufklärung. Kein neues Konzept, aber KI verändert es grundsätzlich: mehr Daten, neue Muster, eine andere Geschwindigkeit. Und damit stellt sich für Controlling-Abteilungen eine konkrete Frage – nicht ob sie sich damit beschäftigen sollten, sondern wie der erste Schritt aussieht.

If you've been wanting to buy a business for years, get your ticket to Main Street Millionaire Live. You'll learn how to find the right business for you, make deals, evaluate them, finance them, and own the upside: https://contrarianthinking.biz/MSML26_BDYT You've got a product idea. Maybe you've even built the thing. But now you're stuck on the part that actually matters: getting people to give you money before you've spent a fortune building inventory, hiring a team, or raising venture capital that'll own your company before you do. Everett Taylor is the CEO of Kickstarter, the platform that's helped creators raise over $8 billion and launch everything from billion dollar companies to side hustles that print cash. He came up through the mailroom, got stabbed working a parking lot, and built his career by learning how to sell himself before he had anything to sell. Now he runs one of the most creative funding platforms in the world and he's breaking down exactly how to raise money without giving away equity, how to pitch without sounding desperate, and why most people fail before they even start. In this episode, you'll learn: Why selling yourself is the first skill every founder needs and how to build confidence even when you're starting from zero The pre-order pyramid: exclusivity, urgency, value, timeliness, and trust, and why video is the number one thing that makes or breaks a campaign How to calculate your real costs so you don't lose money on every sale and why you need a 25 to 30 percent buffer for the things you can't predict The biggest mistakes founders make when pitching: not being concise, not building trust, and not understanding the difference between pitching VCs and pitching customers Why raising venture capital means giving up control and how pre-orders let you test demand, keep equity, and build a real business on your terms ___________ (00:00:00) Introduction: How to Raise Your First 100K Without Connections (00:00:52) The Self-Selling Framework: Marketing Yourself Before Your Product (00:03:54) Mental Toughness and Emotional Regulation: The Two Traits You Need (00:08:24) Pre-Orders Over Venture Capital: The Kickstarter Advantage (00:10:21) The Pre-Order Pyramid: Exclusivity, Urgency, Value, and Trust (00:13:41) The Video-First Rule: Why Great Campaigns Start With 30 Seconds (00:17:11) The Biggest Pitch Mistakes: Get to the Point or Get Lost (00:20:20) When to Bootstrap vs When to Raise Millions (00:23:02) The Venture Capital Trap: Why a 250M Offer Got Rejected (00:26:29) Cost Management and Buffer Strategy: The 25-30 Percent Rule (00:32:46) Surprising Success Stories: 28M Board Games and Comic Book Empires (00:37:49) The CEO Playbook: Mental Toughness, Humility, and Rolling Up Your Sleeves (00:40:43) Remote Leadership: Trust, Aggressive Goals, and Performance Management (00:43:26) The Kickstarter Turnaround: Rejecting Mediocrity and Rebuilding Culture ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL

City leaders are eager to deploy AI, but the real opportunity lies in preparation: building the right organizational structures, expertise, and culture first. Host Stephen Goldsmith speaks with Teddy Svoronos, senior lecturer in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School, about how to structure your city government for Agentic AI, why small, empowered teams work better than broad rollouts, and what mental models and skills leaders actually need to manage this new relationship with AI tools. In this episode, you'll learn: Why creating a data-driven culture before AI deployment is the critical first step How to start with a small, driven team to stress-test AI capabilities in your organization What "cognitive debt" means and why managing it prevents costly AI mistakes Why domain-specific expertise becomes more important, not less, as AI gets more powerful How to balance the tension between AI utility and maintaining organizational control What guardrails, monitoring, and evaluation mechanisms cities need in place from the start Guest: Teddy Svoronos – Senior Lecturer in Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School Listener Survey: bit.ly/datasmartpod Music credit: Summer-Man by Ketsa About Data-Smart City Solutions Data-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on LinkedIn.

Seit 2025 müssen große multinationale Konzerne öffentlich offenlegen, wo sie weltweit wie viel Steuern zahlen. Was wie eine reine Großkonzern-Pflicht klingt, betrifft auch mittelständische Unternehmen – etwa als deutsche Tochtergesellschaft eines US-Konzerns. Prof. Dr. Dr. habil. Carl-Christian Freidank erklärt, was der Ertragsteuerinformationsbericht wirklich bedeutet, wer betroffen ist und wo die Fallstricke liegen. THEMEN DIESER EPISODE Was ist der EIB und warum wurde er eingeführt? Ziel, Rechtsgrundlage und der Kerngedanke hinter dem Public Country by Country Reporting  Wer ist wirklich betroffen? Die drei Fallgruppen jenseits der 750-Millionen-Schwelle  Was muss im Bericht stehen? Pflichtangaben länderweise – von Erträgen über Steuerzahlungen bis zu einbehaltenen Gewinnen  Gestaltungsspielräume und Schutzklausel: Welche strategischen Entscheidungen Unternehmen jetzt treffen müssen  Welche Steuerquoten die Öffentlichkeit, Investoren und Ratingagenturen aus dem Bericht ableiten werden  Wer prüft den Bericht – und warum wird der Aufsichtsrat zur Haftungsfalle  ÜBER DEN GAST Prof. Dr. Dr. habil. Carl-Christian Freidank ist emeritierter Professor am Institut für Wirtschaftsprüfung und Steuerwesen der Universität Hamburg sowie Lehrbeauftragter an der dortigen Fakultät für Rechtswissenschaft. Er hat zum Thema zuletzt einen umfassenden Fachbeitrag veröffentlicht: Ertragsteuerinformationsbericht ante portas, Die Unternehmensbesteuerung, Heft 1/2026, S. 18–23.

หลายองค์กรที่ผมได้คุยด้วย มักจะเริ่มต้นบทสนทนาด้วยประโยคแบบนี้ "อยากได้ระบบ PMS มาช่วยแก้ปัญหาการประเมินผลงานค่ะ" ผมได้ยินแล้วก็ยิ้ม ไม่ใช่ยิ้มเยาะ แต่ยิ้มเพราะเข้าใจดีว่าทำไมถึงคิดแบบนั้น เพราะปัญหาการประเมินผลงานในองค์กรส่วนใหญ่นั้น มันมีแต่ปัญหา หัวหน้าก็ไม่อยากประเมิน ลูกน้องก็ไม่อยากถูกประเมิน HR ก็ปวดหัวทุกสิ้นปีกับปัญหาที่วนซ้ำแบบเดิมทุกปี เลยไม่แปลกที่พอได้ยินว่ามีสิ่งที่เรียกว่า "PMS" ก็จะรู้สึกว่า นี่แหละ! ทางออก! แต่ถ้าคิดแค่นั้น โดยไม่เปลี่ยนกรอบความคิดใหม่... เดี๋ยวปัญหาก็วนกลับมาจุดเดิม

Performance management systems: the corporate treadmill to nowhere. Organisations preach the gospel of improvement, then build systems so convoluted they'd make Kafka weep. Ratings are political, feedback is a weapon, and calibration meetings resemble gladiatorial combat. The result? A process so dark and detached from reality it should be a corporate snuff movie.Jimmy Barber and James Lawther aren't here to sugarcoat it. They're here to dissect why these systems fail: it's because they're designed by “Human Resource Professionals” who don't understand humans. The hosts pull no punches: from the absurdity of ranking employees like livestock to the farce of annual reviews that demotivate 95% of the workforce. But they don't just rant. They offer a lifeline. What actually improves performance? Regular, honest conversations. Clarity on purpose. Psychological safety. And, a radical idea, treating people like adults.The episode tackles two critical questions: If you could redesign performance management from scratch, what would you do? And if you're stuck with a broken system, how do you survive it without losing your mind (or your soul)? The answer involves less process, more humanity, and a healthy dose of cynicism.Key points:Performance systems are built for control, not improvement.The best performers often just look good, which isn't the same as being good.Focus on systems, not people, to lock in performance.Regular feedback beats annual reviews every time.If you can't change the system, learn to play it.Got a question - get in touch. Click here.

For decades, the financial, manufacturing, and professional services industries have measured performance, conducted routine analysis, and monitored trends to inform decisions and drive improvements in operational and financial results. Now, corporate real estate executives are responding to calls to improve performance, do more with less, and advance strategic decision-making by leveraging newly available tools, including meaningful benchmarking, for performance management.

Was haben die Beatles mit gescheiterten BI-Projekten gemeinsam? Vier starke Persönlichkeiten, jede Menge Reibung – und trotzdem Musikgeschichte. Das Geheimnis? George Martin. Jemand, der die Gegensätze versteht und in Ergebnisse übersetzt. In BI-Projekten ist es nicht anders. IT, Controlling und Management ziehen oft in verschiedene Richtungen – und genau dort scheitern viele Projekte. Nicht an der Technik. Sondern am Miteinander. Peter Bluhm erklärt, warum ATVISIO in BI-Projekten die Rolle von George Martin übernimmt – und was das konkret bedeutet: Ein mittelständisches Handelsunternehmen hatte nach 8 Wochen ein Dashboard, das 50 Nutzer täglich öffnen.

In this episode, Steve Moorehead, Vice President of Product, Strategic Planning and Performance Management at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusett, and Marc Pierce, Principal at ECG Management Consultants, discuss why client retention has become a growing challenge for health plans and how organizations can use data-driven insights to identify risk earlier.This episode is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants.

In this episode, Steve Moorehead, Vice President of Product, Strategic Planning and Performance Management at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusett, and Marc Pierce, Principal at ECG Management Consultants, discuss why client retention has become a growing challenge for health plans and how organizations can use data-driven insights to identify risk earlier.This episode is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants.

5,9 % Rabatt verkauft sich besser als 6 %. Obwohl der Unterschied faktisch kaum messbar ist. Mit einer Wirkung von bis zu 21 % mehr Kaufbereitschaft. Was bedeutet das für das Controlling? Darüber spricht Peter Bluhm mit Prof. Dr. Nicole Jekel im aktuellen Podcast. Sie diskutieren, warum krumme Zahlen als temporär und dringlich wahrgenommen werden, weshalb Preisgestaltung nicht nur ins Marketing gehört – sondern auch ins Controlling – und wie datengetriebene A/B-Tests im Online-Shop dabei helfen können, Conversion Rate, Warenkorbwert und Wiederkaufsquote zu messen.

Helping companies build resilience, unlock growth opportunities and navigate evolving regulations landscape across issues surrounding carbon, waste and energy – that’s what we’re going to talk about today. Founded in 2013, our guest Evercomm is a Singapore-based engineering and technology company that aims to assist enterprises in optimising resource efficiency, managing climate risk scenarios and meeting international compliance standards to ensure long-term operational and financial sustainability. This is done through the use of the firm’s advanced planning and simulation tools that provide precision-driven carbon, energy and waste reduction strategies that are customised for different company’s needs and operations. The company said its strategic partners include CTBC Bank, Mitsubishi Electric as well as Shell Energy. Its solutions are also used in projects involving the Punggol Digital District and the Jurong Port. But why are such asset performance management solutions provided by Evercomm Singapore critical to enterprises, particularly those in the energy intensive sector? What are the key opportunities for the firm particularly in Southeast Asia where emerging economies walk the tightrope between industrial growth and net-zero ambitions? On Under the Radar, finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Ted Chen, Co-founder, CEO and Chief Product Architect, Evercomm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where performance can make or break a company, creating a high-performance culture is essential. In this post, we dive into a conversation with Andrei Oprisor, the head of the people product department at Revolut, to explore how their internal human resource management system, Revolut People, emphasizes performance and meritocracy. We uncover the key components that drive this approach and how you can implement similar strategies in your organization. Our Guest: Andrei Oprisor Engineer turned product leader, Andrei Oprisor is the creator of Revolut People, the performance management platform that helped scale Revolut to 12,000+ employees across 60+ countries. Originally from Bucharest, Andrei joined Revolut during its early hyper-growth phase as one of the company's first data engineers. Within months, he was working directly with Revolut's founder, Nik Storonsky, to tackle a challenge no off-the-shelf software could solve: how to build and scale a high-performance culture, with systems designed around quality, not bureaucracy. What started as an internal tool quickly evolved into Revolut People: a full-stack platform covering goal setting, performance cycles, engagement, compensation, core HR, and recruitment. After five years of internal development and hundreds of thousands performance reviews processed, Andrei now leads the global go-to-market of the product to hundreds of scale-ups building exceptional teams. References: Andrei Oprisor LinkedIn profile https://www.revolut.com/people/   Listen to the next Episode All Podcast Episodes

Loacker ist ein Familienunternehmen mit fast 100-jähriger Geschichte, das seine Waffel- und Schokoladenprodukte heute in über 100 Ländern verkauft. Mit diesem Wachstum sind auch die Anforderungen an eine strukturierte Datenstrategie gestiegen – und damit die Notwendigkeit, Data Governance ernsthaft anzugehen. In dieser Episode spricht Peter Bluhm mit Lisa Burger, Corporate Data Governance & Quality Management Manager bei Loacker, über den Weg des Unternehmens hin zu einer tragfähigen Datenstrategie. Themen der Episode: Warum internationales Wachstum Datensilo-Probleme und mangelndes Daten-Ownership mit sich bringt  Was Data Governance von Datenqualitäts-Management unterscheidet – und warum dieser Unterschied praktisch relevant ist Wie Loacker den Einstieg in das Thema strukturiert hat: von der Stakeholder-Analyse bis zum vierstufigen Vorgehensmodell Welche Rolle Sponsorship, interne Champions und strategische Kommunikation für den Erfolg solcher Initiativen spielen Warum Data Governance vor allem ein Change-Management-Thema ist – und was es braucht, damit daraus eine gemeinsame Haltung im Unternehmen wird  Über den Gast: Lisa Burger verantwortet bei Loacker den Bereich Corporate Data Governance & Quality Management und treibt dort den Aufbau einer unternehmensweiten Datenstrategie voran. 

Are you tired of outdated, ineffective performance reviews? Want your organization to thrive with motivated, aligned employees? This episode dives deep into transforming your performance management process into a powerhouse that drives results and engagement. Join us as Bruce Cohen, a seasoned HR leader, shares decades of insights from goal-setting to AI-driven tools and how to implement a system that's continuous, clear, and compelling. In this episode:  Why top companies prioritize ongoing performance feedback  How to cascade goals effectively from leadership to every employee  The critical difference between job descriptions and goals  Using AI to enhance accuracy, consistency, and personalization  The role of senior leadership support and leading by example  Practical tips for managing self-assessments and overcoming recency bias  The future of performance management with AI and data insights  Timestamps:  00:00 - Why performance management is crucial in 2026 and beyond 00:26 - Bruce Cohen introduces himself and his HR background 01:23 - The value of continuous feedback in employee motivation 02:33 - The importance of goal setting and clear communication 05:39 - The risks of infrequent reviews and how to shift the culture 08:01 - Upskilling managers for real-time coaching and feedback 10:14 - Leading with example in HR and organizational commitment 11:40 - Defining "best in class" performance systems 12:33 - Aligning goals with company objectives through cascading 15:22 - Using self-assessments to prepare for performance conversations 18:44 - Overcoming challenges with recency bias and self-evaluations 21:43 - The multiplier effect of ongoing feedback 25:17 - The transformative role of AI in performance management 28:23 - Practical steps for implementing AI tools effectively 33:48 - Five key steps to elevate your system post-episode Resources & Links:  eCornell Organizational Design and Performance Courses  Book: "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott  AI Tools for HR and Performance Management  Leadership Support in HR  Connect with Bruce Cohen:  LinkedIn  Twitter    Let's revolutionize performance management together! Take these insights, leverage new technologies, and lead your organization to a more engaged, productive future. The time for change is now, don't wait for the next review cycle to start transforming your system. Start today! 

KI für alle: Das Kärcher-Modell für Finance & Controlling KI für alle – nicht nur für Experten. Mit dem „Gemini Rollout" hat Kärcher generative KI als virtuellen Assistenten für über 14.000 Mitarbeitende weltweit eingeführt – und damit Finance & Controlling grundlegend verändert. Dafür wurde Kärcher beim Congress der Controller 2026 für den Albrecht Deyhle Award for Controlling Excellence nominiert.

Integrierte Unternehmenssteuerung – klingt nach Theorie. Bei Börlind ist es gelebte Praxis. Mit „Resilient by Design" hat Börlind sein Controllingsystem grundlegend neu ausgerichtet: Strategie, Planung und Risikomanagement als durchgängiger Steuerungskreislauf – und das als mittelständisches Unternehmen.

Leadership SurveyAre these common HR mistakes quietly undermining your leadership credibility with your team?You want to lead with clarity, support your team, and handle performance issues the right way—but when HR gets involved, things can feel messy or frustrating. The reality is, even well-intentioned leaders often make a few critical missteps that weaken trust, delay action, and create unnecessary tension. This episode helps you spot those patterns early so you can lead with confidence, strengthen your HR partnership, and handle tough conversations without second-guessing yourself.By listening, you'll learn how to:Strengthen your leadership presence by owning performance conversations instead of avoiding themWork with HR as a strategic partner—not a last resort or a threatAddress issues early and effectively to build trust and improve team performanceListen now and download the Courageous Clarity Workbook to start leading tough conversations with confidence today: https://letsgrowleaders.com/beclear.Check out:Here are three key moments in the episode worth jumping to:01:56 – The first major HR mistake: asking HR to handle conversations that are actually your responsibility as a leader03:08 – The most common mistake: waiting too long to involve HR and why it backfires07:14 – The Inspire Method: a practical framework for handling performance conversations with clarity and careLeadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.Mentioned in this episode:2026 Audience Survey We appreciate you. Click "Leadership Survey" - first 30 responses get a signed book. Thank you for helping us make the show even more helpful. 2026 Audience Survey We appreciate you. Click "Leadership Survey" - first 30 responses get a signed book. Thank you for helping us make the show even more helpful.

In this episode, we sit down with John Barrand, CHRO for the State of Utah, to discuss an inspiring transformation in public sector performance management. John led a bold effort to overhaul Utah's performance management system—moving it from a culture of “adequacy” and silence to one focused on learning, growth, connection, and accountability. John shares how he and his team achieved legislative change requiring quarterly check-ins, implemented management training, and shifted the state's mindset around performance and development. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[01:16] Initial state of Utah's performance management system[06:23] Value of continuous learning and curiosity in government [10:06] Defining the “why” for performance management in Utah[17:02] Risks and Resistance in Systemic Change[20:06] Quarterly employee check-ins initiative[25:59] Balancing fairness and measurement without alienating staff [34:28] Creation of a system-wide talent mobility program [40:01] Development of incentive structures and bonus allocations [44:22] Sustainability and future of the programPerformance Management is a Sector-Spanning ChallengePerformance management has a notorious reputation, often maligned as bureaucratic and misaligned. These challenges aren't confined to just the private sector. Public organizations often face a wealth of bureaucracy and challenges that can inhibit transformation, compounded by a cultural tendency towards silence and an adequacy mindset.When John assumed his role in 2021 for the state of Utah, over 70% of employees had an “unknown” performance rating, and only 16% had received annual reviews. The pervasive culture of silence fostered disengagement and suspicion, and performance management, where it occurred, was simply about maintaining adequacy—a relic from nearly a century and a half of defensive bureaucracy.From Compliance to ConnectionThe first pivotal move was defining purpose. Clarity on the “why” behind performance management is crucial. For Utah, the why was growth: enabling employees to learn and grow while retaining top talent—shifting away from the punitive roots of performance management. As John says: “Employees don't want feedback, they want connection. They don't want evaluation, they want attention”.One of the new steps John took was to require quarterly check-in conversations with all employees. The effect was transformational: from just 16% of employees having annual reviews to 89% participating in four quarterly check-ins within the first year. This regular cadence broke the culture of silence, making communication a legal and cultural imperative.Overhauling the System: What ChangedWhere most organizations tinker at the edges, Utah's public sector embraced bold, structural change. They implemented legislation for conversations, which included quarterly check-ins and annual reviews, demonstrating a high-level commitment to improving performance management.Only 30% of managers previously had any training, and now, over 87% have been developed in crucial skills such as feedback, resilience, and collaboration. Utah also funds performance management by reallocating cost-of-living adjustments and introducing performance-driven bonuses. Goals now consist of both output-aligned objectives and developmental “how” objectives, pushing employees to reflect on and improve their impact.Evidence of a Transformed CulturePerformance conversations have become increasingly meaningful. The organization saw a 40% increase in first-year exits for cause—not a sign of ruthless weeding out, but of identifying and addressing performance issues sooner, thereby improving overall health without a drop in retention. High-potential (HIPO) employee retention rates rose 16% above the general population, and newly calibrated bonus systems rewarded and motivated top talent. Utah's success has garnered attention from major institutions—including Harvard and the London School of Economics—looking to distill lessons from its model. Resources & People MentionedUtah Governor's OfficeUtah LegislatureHarvard UniversityLSE HB0104GRIT Initiative      Connect with John BarrandJohn BarrandConnect With Red Thread ResearchWebsite: Red Thread ResearchOn LinkedInOn FacebookOn TwitterSubscribe to WORKPLACE STORIES

Der Green Controlling Preis 2026 ging an Sartorius. Peer Brauer, Head of Finance & Controlling, hat gemeinsam mit seinem Team ein ESG Performance Management entwickelt, das Nachhaltigkeit konsequent in die Unternehmenssteuerung integriert. Im Interview spricht er darüber, wie das in der Praxis funktioniert – und was andere Unternehmen daraus lernen können. Mit dabei: Prof. Dr. Reinhold Mayer von der Péter Horváth Stiftung und ICV-Vorstandsvorsitzender Matthias von Daacke.

Regal Renord [sic] Corporation Names Aamir Paul As New CEOIN: Louis Pinkham (24%) will also resign from the Board of Directors effective on his last day as CEO. ININ: Because of Chair Rakesh Sachdev (15%) OUTA powerful counterpoint to a new CEO's powerAxalta Coating Systems (27%)Herc Holdings (14%)Edgewell Personal Care (13%)OUT: “On October 29, 2025, the Company announced that Mr. Pinkham, our CEO, will separate from his role with the Company in connection with a CEO search process being led by the Company's Board. Mr. Pinkham's separation from his role as CEO is expected to occur by June 30, 2026.” OUTWhat took them so long?And what's wrong with their bench? ($8.775M golden hello)Brooke Lang: President, Power Efficiency Solutions (2022-)VP & GM of the Power Components DivisionEaton (2008-2016)Jerry Morton: President, Industrial Powertrain Solutions (2015-)served as President – Integration, Motion Control Solutions from 2021-2023, President of the Power Transmission Solutions from 2019-2021, Vice President, Business Leader of Power Transmission Solutions from 2017-2019, and led the global operations for Regal Rexnord's power transmission business from 2015-2017. Kevin Long: President, Automation and Motion Control (2025-)10 years at Dover Corporation, most recently as Group President of OPW, a global business serving the fluid handling, clean energy, cryogenics, and car wash markets.IN: Aamir spent years at Schneider Electric: essentially a AAA MSCI companyENVIRONMENT: Opportunities in Clean Tech 4.7 industry average/6.4 score (Regal is completely opposite here 4.7/3.0) INOUT: The Board is too entrenched: get rid of Rakesh Sachdev (15%, 18 years) Curtis Stoelting (21 years, 9%), Stephen Burt (15 years) and maybe this could work. OUTUFC CEO Dana White Says WHCD Shooting Was 'Awesome' and He 'Took In Every Minute' of the Incident IN: Dana White is Dana White. Works perfectly for TKO Holdings and Meta Platforms ININ: Because of Ari Emanuel (CEO/founder/Chair of TKO) and Zuck OUT (CEO/founder/Chair of Meta). Ari is the most powerful agent in Hollywood. Zuck is the king of social media addiction. They handle the “adult” business while Dana handles the “middle school” businessTKO Group Holdings: Ari Emanuel 67%Meta Platforms: Zuck 68%; Dana White 0%OUT: Dana White is Dana White. How are major sponsors like Disney going to feel about calling a shooting “awesome.”IN: Look at the Board: these are serious douches and they love this kind of behavior OUTAri Emanuel: known as being the a-hole of Hollywood.Silver Lake's Egon Durban: VC bro, Elon bud, Dell buddy, say no moreTKO COO Mark Shapiro: Hollywood man has served wherever there are bratty boys in charge: TKO, Endeavor (re: Elon, Ar, Egon), Dick Clark Productions, Papa John's, Six Flags, etc.TKO LD Steve Koonin is the CEO of the Atlanta Hawks and used to serve on the WWE and GameStop boards“The Rock”Former WWE CEO Nick KhanNepobaby Jonathan Kraft, NFLOUT: Look at the Board: these are serious douches and they love this kind of behavior. This is male toxic leadership that will eventually screw it all up. Ari Emanuel: known as being the a-hole of Hollywood.Silver Lake's Egon Durban: VC bro, Elon bud, Dell buddy, say no moreTKO COO Mark Shapiro: Hollywood man has served wherever there are bratty boys in charge: TKO, Endeavor (re: Elon, Ar, Egon), Dick Clark Productions, Papa John's, Six Flags, etc.TKO LD Steve Koonin is the CEO of the Atlanta Hawks and used to serve on the WWE and GameStop boards“The Rock”Former WWE CEO Nick KhanNepobaby Jonathan Kraft, NFL AIG names Andersen CEO as Zaffino moves to exec chairIN: You're getting a two-headed monster. Eric Andersen (ex-Aon President) handles the daily operations, while Peter Zaffino stays as Exec Chair to handle the high-level strategy OUTIN: Andersen spent years at Aon. OUTClimate Change Vulnerability 6.2/8.2 Human Capital Development 4.2/4.9 Privacy & Data Security 3.8/5.0OUT: AIG is already strong in the same places: OUTClimate Change Vulnerability 6.2/7.1 Human Capital Development 4.2/6.0Privacy & Data Security 3.8/4.9OUT: Peter Zaffino is a massive personality (32%). He's going to backseat-drive every decision Andersen makes, leading to a paralyzed C-suite. OUTLD John Rice 14%, Diana Murphy 11% (4 boards), Linda Mills 11%No tenure above 10 yearsOUT: Crappy succession planning. Why ignore the bench? Anderson's golden hello has not been disclosed yet but you know it's going to be bad. What about? INCharlie Fry: EVP, Reinsurance and Risk Capital OptimizationJon Hancock: EVP & CEO, General Insuranceleads AIG's three business segments: North America Commercial Insurance, International Commercial Insurance and Global Personal Insurance, and AIG's Claims organization and Chief Underwriting Office.Previously, led AIG's International Commercial Insurance and Global Personal Insurance businesses; former CEO of International General Insurance from June 2020 to December 2023; Director of Performance Management at Lloyd's of London from 2016 to 2020 with responsibilities including oversight of performance and risk management globally across the Lloyd's market.Pearson CEO Omar Abbosh is up for Autodesk board seat as director exitsIN: Omar Abbosh led Microsoft's Industry Solutions. Autodesk is desperate to become an AI software company: Omar is the guy who actually knows how to sell AI to enterprises. INOmar is “Hall of Famer”Autodesk already has 2 hall-of-famers: Ram Krishnan, Rami RahimStephen Milligan (who Omar is replacing) = ROTATIONOUT: Have a director named Jeffrey Epstein OUTIN: Chair Stacy Smith (12%; former CFO Intel) is cleaning up: replacing a hardware guy (Milligan) with a software/AI guy (Omar) OUTOUT: Despite what you might think, don't invest because they have a female board chair: Stacy is a dude. OUTIN: Omar is CEO at Pearson, dealing with the ethics of AI in education: Autodesk is rapidly integrating AI into urban planning and architecture to foster more sustainable, equitable, and efficient cities. All boards need AI dudes like Omar OUTOUT: Omar is the CEO of Pearson. Pearson is in the middle of its own massive AI transition. He doesn't have the bandwidth to be an effective director at Autodesk. He's just a big name OUTOUT: Losing Stephen Milligan (ex-Western Digital CEO) could be trouble: will Autodesk overdo its AI hand? Spend too much, fire too many people? OUTTrump's idea to ‘just buy' bankrupt Spirit Airlines draws GOP backlashIN: CEO Dave Davis (45%) rescued Sun Country. OUTTransportation 12%Law and Government 2%Economics & Accounting 3%Sales & Marketing 0.4%IN: Director (and ALL STAR) Robert Milton (6%). Former CEO/Chair of Air Canada; led the restructuring there; isn't at Spirit to watch it liquidate INOUT: CFO Fred Cromer is presiding over Spirit's second bankruptcy restructuring in under two years OUTOUT: John Bendoraitis has been the COO since 2017. He's been the architect of the operation during Spirit's entire decline—the engine issues, the labor disputes, and the service meltdowns OUTOUT: Trump thinks it's a good idea INSnap (SNAP) Appoints Doug Hott as New CFO.IN: Doug Hott is coming from Amazon. He understands addicted customers.INOUT: former CFO Derek Anderson also came from Amazon. OUTIN: Evan Spiegel (40%) and Robert Murphy (36%), despite owning all the decisionmaking, finally have someone willing to do the dirty work and make decisions (Mr. “16% layoff” Hott is a real man.) INOUT: Former CFO Derek Andersen is bailing right as the company announces layoffs and faces activist pressure from Irenic Capital. Maybe that's a sign? OUTOUT: Evan Spiegel (40%) and Robert Murphy (36%) needed Irenic Capital to realize they needed to fire CFO Derek Andersen OUTOUT: New CFO Doug Hott started by firing 16% of the workforce? He will be hated forever. Plus, why invest in another heartless finance bro treating human beings like line items to be deleted? OUT: Chair Michael Lynton (8%), the only adult with power on the board, was CEO/Chair of Sony Pictures (2004-2017), when the studio faced what is widely considered the most devastating corporate scandal in Hollywood history: the 2014 Sony Pictures Hack. Run. IN

KI im Controlling – viel versprochen, wenig geliefert? Nicht bei BASF. Mit FOX haben sie einen KI-Assistenten entwickelt, der Finance & Controlling wirklich verändert – in großem Maßstab und mit messbarem Nutzen. Dafür wurde BASF beim Congress der Controller 2026 mit dem Albrecht Deyhle Award for Controlling Excellence ausgezeichnet.  Im Interview berichten das BASF-Team und Jury-Vorsitzender Prof. Dr. Utz Schäffer, wie FOX entstanden ist – und was andere Unternehmen davon mitnehmen können.  Einmal im Jahr zeichnet der ICV Internationaler Controller Verein vorbildliche und praxisnahe Controlling-Lösungen mit dem „Albrecht Deyhle Award for Controlling Excellence" aus. Vorsitzender der Fachjury ist Prof. Dr. Utz Schäffer von der WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management in Vallendar.   

Was für zwei Tage.

2007 startete Hamburg voller Optimismus: Die Elbphilharmonie sollte ein Wahrzeichen werden – für 186 Millionen Euro, fertig in wenigen Jahren. Was folgte, ist bekannt: unklare Verträge, verschwommene Zuständigkeiten, explodierende Kosten auf rund 866 Millionen Euro, Eröffnung erst 2017 – fast zehn Jahre zu spät.  Bei BI-Projekten erleben wir dasselbe Muster. Ausschreibungen ohne Vorgespräch. Ziele wie „mehr Transparenz" – aber niemand, der festlegt, was das konkret bedeutet. Projekte starten mit falschen Erwartungen, Anforderungen verschieben sich, Kosten steigen.  In diesem Impuls spricht Peter Bluhm darüber, warum die Grundlagen über Erfolg oder Scheitern eines BI-Projekts entscheiden – und wie eine gute Beratung gemeinsam mit dem Kunden genau diese Grundlagen schafft, bevor es teuer wird.

In dieser Episode teilt Peter Bluhm die wichtigsten Erkenntnisse aus vier Gesprächen mit Entscheidern und Experten: von einem wachstumsstarken Hörgeräte-Unternehmen über einen Telekommunikationskonzern bis hin zu akademischen Spezialistinnen und erfahrenen Projektcontrollern. Die 4 zentralen Learnings: Operative Frühindikatoren statt Finanzkennzahlen – wer nur rückwärts misst, steuert zu spät  Datenqualität ist Teamsport – Verantwortung delegieren funktioniert nicht, das Verursacherprinzip schon  Objektive Datenanalyse gibt es nicht – nur transparente. Mit KI eine unterschätzte Gefahr  70 % der Projekte verfehlen ihr Ziel – weil der Nutzen nie klar definiert wurde  Themen: Business Intelligence | Controlling | Datenqualität | Unternehmenssteuerung | KI | Projektcontrolling | Performance Management | Datenstrategie Die Gesprächspartner: Dr. Marco Vietor, Mitgründer & Geschäftsführer, audibene Corinne Schuler, Head of Data Quality Management, Swisscom Prof. Dr. Iris Lorscheid, University of Europe for Applied Sciences Klaus Schopka, Berater & Autor, Projektcontrolling

Zwei Analysten, dieselbe Fragestellung, zwei Ergebnisse – weil beide unterschiedliche Entscheidungen getroffen haben: Welche Daten fließen ein? Welcher Zeitraum? Welches Modell? Prof. Dr. Iris Lorscheid von der University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Hamburg erklärt, warum KI dieses Problem verschärft statt löst – und welche Kompetenzen Datenexperten heute wirklich brauchen. THEMEN DIESER EPISODE Die Illusion der Objektivität: Warum kommen zwei Analysten bei derselben Frage zu unterschiedlichen Ergebnissen – und beide trotzdem richtig liegen? Welche unsichtbaren Entscheidungen stecken hinter jeder Kennzahl? Automation Bias und die KI-Blackbox: KI demokratisiert Datenanalyse, verbirgt aber Entscheidungen noch tiefer. Maschinelle Ergebnisse werden kritikloser akzeptiert – warum das gefährlich ist und was dagegen hilft. Vom Coder zum Datenkommunikator: Die neue Kernkompetenz ist nicht das Produzieren von Analysen, sondern das kritische Einordnen und Kommunizieren. Was bedeutet das konkret für Unternehmen. ÜBER DEN GAST Prof. Dr. Iris Lorscheid leitet den Studiengang Digital Business & Data Science an der University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Hamburg. Sie forscht und lehrt zu den Themen Datenkommunikation, Data Storytelling und angewandte Datenanalyse.

What does it take to turn a struggling performance management system into a national standout? Anna Bryant, Performance Manager at the Louisiana Department of Health, shares the story of how her team went from receiving an action plan after initial accreditation in 2019 to earning top recognition during their 2025 reaccreditation.  Using a “telescope and microscope” analogy, Bryant breaks down the essential connection between performance management and quality improvement, showing how big-picture strategy and day-to-day problem solving must work hand in hand. She walks through the nuts and bolts of Louisiana's transformation, from conducting system-wide assessments and tackling staff burnout to leveraging existing tools like Monday.com and Tableau to reduce friction and drive adoption.Creating Meaning from Measures: A PDSA Approach to Performance ManagementPublic Health Infrastructure Grant: Resources & Impact - PHIGASTHO Leadership Institute | ASTHO

Datenqualität ist die Grundlage für verlässliche Entscheidungen, erfolgreiche Analytics-Projekte und Compliance. Doch wie baut man ein funktionierendes Datenqualitätsmanagement in einem großen Unternehmen auf? Corinne Schuler berichtet aus ihrer Praxis bei Swisscom: Von der Ausgangssituation über organisatorische Herausforderungen bis zur nachhaltigen Verankerung im Unternehmen. Sie erklärt, warum Datenqualitätsmanagement weit mehr ist als nur das Messen von Fehlern, welche Kompetenzen erforderlich sind und wie die Zusammenarbeit zwischen verschiedenen Unternehmensbereichen gelingen kann. THEMEN DIESER EPISODE Die Ausgangssituation bei Swisscom: Welche konkreten Probleme und Schmerzen im Unternehmen führten zum Aufbau eines systematischen Datenqualitätsmanagements? Woher kam der Impuls und was bedeutet "gute Datenqualität" eigentlich konkret? Der Gesamtprozess und notwendige Kompetenzen: Warum reicht "Messen" allein nicht aus für ganzheitliches Datenqualitätsmanagement? Welche Kernkompetenzen werden benötigt und warum scheitert die typische Einzelkämpfer-Strategie? Integration und Zusammenarbeit im Unternehmen: Die Zusammenarbeit mit Governance-Funktionen, Business-Bereichen und Support-Funktionen. Wie bringt man Problemverursacher und Probleminhaber zusammen? Wo gab es die größten Widerstände und Konflikte? Startvoraussetzungen und Lessons Learned: Klare Regeln, ausreichende Ressourcen und Leadership-Support als Erfolgsfaktoren. Was lief am Anfang schief? Und ist perfekte Datenqualität wirklich Voraussetzung für Datenprojekte? Die Datenqualitäts-Prinzipien in der Praxis: Die drei Säulen präventiv, unterstützend und reaktiv. Data Lifecycle als präventives Prinzip und der Wandel von reaktiven zu präventiven Maßnahmen. Nachhaltigkeit und wichtigste Erkenntnisse: Wie verankert man Datenqualitätsmanagement dauerhaft in der Organisation und was ist die wichtigste Lektion aus dem gesamten Prozess? ÜBER DEN GAST Corinne Schuler ist Head of Data Quality Management bei der Swisscom (Schweiz) AG. In dieser Rolle verantwortet sie den Aufbau und die Weiterentwicklung des unternehmensweiten Datenqualitätsmanagements und arbeitet eng mit verschiedenen Bereichen von Governance über Business bis zu IT-Support zusammen.

Datenqualität ist die Grundlage für verlässliche Entscheidungen, erfolgreiche Analytics-Projekte und Compliance. Doch wie baut man ein funktionierendes Datenqualitätsmanagement in einem großen Unternehmen auf? Corinne Schuler berichtet aus ihrer Praxis bei Swisscom: Von der Ausgangssituation über organisatorische Herausforderungen bis zur nachhaltigen Verankerung im Unternehmen. Sie erklärt, warum Datenqualitätsmanagement weit mehr ist als nur das Messen von Fehlern, welche Kompetenzen erforderlich sind und wie die Zusammenarbeit zwischen verschiedenen Unternehmensbereichen gelingen kann. THEMEN DIESER EPISODE Die Ausgangssituation bei Swisscom: Welche konkreten Probleme und Schmerzen im Unternehmen führten zum Aufbau eines systematischen Datenqualitätsmanagements? Woher kam der Impuls und was bedeutet "gute Datenqualität" eigentlich konkret? Der Gesamtprozess und notwendige Kompetenzen: Warum reicht "Messen" allein nicht aus für ganzheitliches Datenqualitätsmanagement? Welche Kernkompetenzen werden benötigt und warum scheitert die typische Einzelkämpfer-Strategie? Integration und Zusammenarbeit im Unternehmen: Die Zusammenarbeit mit Governance-Funktionen, Business-Bereichen und Support-Funktionen. Wie bringt man Problemverursacher und Probleminhaber zusammen? Wo gab es die größten Widerstände und Konflikte? Startvoraussetzungen und Lessons Learned: Klare Regeln, ausreichende Ressourcen und Leadership-Support als Erfolgsfaktoren. Was lief am Anfang schief? Und ist perfekte Datenqualität wirklich Voraussetzung für Datenprojekte? Die Datenqualitäts-Prinzipien in der Praxis: Die drei Säulen präventiv, unterstützend und reaktiv. Data Lifecycle als präventives Prinzip und der Wandel von reaktiven zu präventiven Maßnahmen. Nachhaltigkeit und wichtigste Erkenntnisse: Wie verankert man Datenqualitätsmanagement dauerhaft in der Organisation und was ist die wichtigste Lektion aus dem gesamten Prozess? ÜBER DEN GAST Corinne Schuler ist Head of Data Quality Management bei der Swisscom (Schweiz) AG. In dieser Rolle verantwortet sie den Aufbau und die Weiterentwicklung des unternehmensweiten Datenqualitätsmanagements und arbeitet eng mit verschiedenen Bereichen von Governance über Business bis zu IT-Support zusammen.

Leadership SurveyWhat would it mean for your business's worth if every tough conversation you handled helped you build trust instead of quietly eroding it?You've been there—someone puts you on the spot, asking about promotions, performance, or sensitive decisions, and suddenly you're walking a tightrope between transparency and confidentiality. Handle it wrong, and trust slips. Handle it right, and you create a culture where people actually speak up early, solve problems faster, and respect your leadership. This episode shows you how to navigate those exact moments with confidence—without oversharing or shutting people down.Learn a simple 4-step framework to handle awkward, high-stakes questions without damaging credibilityDiscover how to protect confidentiality while still being seen as fair, transparent, and trustworthyBuild a team culture where people feel safe sharing concerns early—before problems spiralPress play now to master the exact language and leadership moves that will help you build trust in every difficult conversation you face. Or, learn more about Synergy Stack to bring back your leadership clarity in 60 minutes or less.Check out:00:56 – Why confidentiality isn't just about keeping secrets—it's the foundation for building trust and psychological safety on your team01:51 – The 4-step framework you can use immediately to handle sensitive questions without losing credibility03:17 – A real-world scenario: how to handle the classic “what about them?” performance conversation without breaking trustLeadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.

Von 0 auf 250 Millionen Euro Umsatz in zwölf Jahren - profitabel. Dr. Marco Vietor erklärt, wie Audibene mit Beyond Budgeting statt klassischer Jahresbudgets gesteuert wird: tagesgenaue Marketing-Entscheidungen, Grenzertragsanalysen statt Durchschnittswerten, und Mitarbeiter, die eigenverantwortlich auf Basis von Kennzahlen entscheiden. Was Sie lernen: Wie dynamische Steuerung ohne Chaos funktioniert  Warum Business-KPIs ohne Finanzkennzahlen in die Irre führen  Welche Systeme und welches Mindset Beyond Budgeting voraussetzt  Was andere Unternehmen übernehmen können, ohne gleich das komplette Framework zu implementieren  Für wen:   CFOs, Controller und Geschäftsführer in wachstumsstarken Unternehmen Weitere Ressourcen: Marco Vietor, Alexandra Katthagen: „Dynamische Unternehmenssteuerung bei Audibene", Controlling & Management Review 4/2025 https://www.springerprofessional.de/dynamische-unternehmenssteuerung-bei-audibene/51394844

Von 0 auf 250 Millionen Euro Umsatz in zwölf Jahren - profitabel. Dr. Marco Vietor erklärt, wie Audibene mit Beyond Budgeting statt klassischer Jahresbudgets gesteuert wird: tagesgenaue Marketing-Entscheidungen, Grenzertragsanalysen statt Durchschnittswerten, und Mitarbeiter, die eigenverantwortlich auf Basis von Kennzahlen entscheiden. Was Sie lernen: Wie dynamische Steuerung ohne Chaos funktioniert  Warum Business-KPIs ohne Finanzkennzahlen in die Irre führen  Welche Systeme und welches Mindset Beyond Budgeting voraussetzt  Was andere Unternehmen übernehmen können, ohne gleich das komplette Framework zu implementieren  Für wen:   CFOs, Controller und Geschäftsführer in wachstumsstarken Unternehmen Weitere Ressourcen: Marco Vietor, Alexandra Katthagen: „Dynamische Unternehmenssteuerung bei Audibene", Controlling & Management Review 4/2025  https://www.springerprofessional.de/dynamische-unternehmenssteuerung-bei-audibene/51394844

Most cities respond to infrastructure problems after residents report them. What if they could detect and prevent them first, while serving every neighborhood fairly? Host Stephen Goldsmith sits down with Daniel Pelaez (CEO of CYVL), Khahlil Louisy (Public Innovation Institute), and Mike Dennehy (former Boston Public Works Commissioner) to explore how artificial intelligence and computer vision are revolutionizing infrastructure management, closing equity gaps, and helping cities shift from reactive operations to predictive maintenance. In this episode, you'll learn: How computer vision detects infrastructure problems before citizens report them Why traditional complaint-based systems can miss concerns in lower-income neighborhoods How natural language queries democratize access to infrastructure data for city managers Why a "multi-modal" approach combining AI, citizen input, and external data delivers better equity outcomes What  cities can expect from predictive infrastructure systems Paper referenced: When Residents and Algorithms See Different Problems  Listener Survey: bit.ly/datasmartpod Music credit: Summer-Man by Ketsa About Data-Smart City Solutions Data-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on LinkedIn.

In dieser Episode des Performance Manager Podcasts sprechen wir mit Prof. Dr. Klaus Möller von der Universität St. Gallen, einem der Herausgeber der Fachzeitschrift Controlling, über den aktuellen Schwerpunkt „Controlling im Sport – Innovative Datennutzungen und Steuerungsansätze". Der Profisport ist längst Big Business – die führenden europäischen Fußballclubs erzielen Umsätze im dreistelligen Millionenbereich, Real Madrid hat 2024 sogar erstmals die Milliardengrenze durchbrochen. Doch der Sport ist nicht nur ein spannendes Geschäftsfeld für Controller, die dort arbeiten. Er ist auch ein faszinierendes Lernfeld für alle Controller, CFOs und IT-Verantwortliche: Volatile Erlöse, Investitionsentscheidungen unter Unsicherheit und mehrdimensionale Leistungsmessung sind Herausforderungen, die der Sport bewältigen muss – und die hochrelevant für alle Branchen sind. Im Gespräch mit Prof. Möller werfen wir einen Blick auf fünf Schwerpunktbeiträge der aktuellen Ausgabe. Raphael Boemelburg und Oliver Gassmann zeigen, wie Sports Analytics durch ganzheitliche Spielerbewertung neue Maßstäbe setzt – jenseits klassischer Kennzahlen wie Punkte oder Tore. Florian Hohmann präsentiert ein integriertes Steuerungsframework für Profifußballklubs, das finanzielle Stabilität, Kaderplanung und Trainer-Performance systematisch verknüpft. Antonio Davila beleuchtet die besondere Rolle von Controllern in der Fußballindustrie mit ihren ganz eigenen Spielregeln. Jörn Littkemann und sein Team analysieren digitale Geschäftsmodelle wie NFTs und Fan Token auf Blockchain-Basis. Und Martina Honsel sowie Ralf Lanwehr entwickeln einen Controlling-Ansatz für Nachwuchsleistungszentren – ein Thema mit hoher Übertragbarkeit auf Talentmanagement in Unternehmen. Der rote Faden durch alle Beiträge: Daten, künstliche Intelligenz und die intelligente Nutzung von Informationen für bessere Steuerungsentscheidungen. Prof. Möller ordnet ein, welche Impulse das Sport-Controlling für Controller in anderen Branchen bietet – und ob der Sport künftig zum Vorreiter für datengetriebenes Performance Management wird. Mehr Informationen zur Zeitschrift Controlling finden Sie unter www.zeitschrift-controlling.de Das kostenlose Probeabo finden Sie unter https://rsw.beck.de/zeitschriften/controlling/controlling-im-probeabo

How can HR Rethink Performance Management?Why is Performance Management broken and what can HR do about it? My guests on this episode are Edie Goldberg & Alan Colquitt, co-authors of “Performance Enablement: A New Model for Driving Organizational Performance.”During our conversation, Edie, Alan, and I discuss the following: Why traditional performance management systems were built for a different era of work.How performance management became more about compensation than improving performance.Why shifting from performance management to performance enablement changes the leadership mindset.How continuous coaching and feedback outperform annual reviews and performance ratings.Why team-based goals better reflect how work actually gets done in modern organizations.Connecting with Edie and Alan: Connect with Edie Goldberg on LinkedIn Connect with Alan Colquitt on LinkedInLearn more about Edie's firm and Performance EnablementLearn more about Alan's firm and Performance EnablementEpisode 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 Building Better Cultures podcast, host Scott McInnes is joined by Iain Kirkwood, Chief HRO of EX3, to explore the critical role of people in organisational success. They discuss the importance of clarity in purpose, the necessity of difficult conversations in performance management, and the empowerment of people leaders. The conversation delves into the significance of continuous feedback, the measurement of organisational culture, and the connection between culture and business performance. They also touch on the role of values and behaviors in shaping culture and the importance of a dynamic Employee Value Proposition (EVP).  Keywords:  Organisational culture, employee engagement, leadership, performance management, HR transformation, continuous feedback, employee value proposition, purpose-driven organizations, difficult conversations, accountability  Key Takeaways:  Clarity around company goals is essential for success.  Hiring for attitude is more important than hiring for skills.  Strong leadership is key to aligning people with company objectives.  Difficult conversations are necessary for managing performance.  Empowering people leaders is crucial for organisational success.  Continuous feedback helps in course correction throughout the year.  Culture can impact business performance significantly.  Values should translate into observable behaviors.  An effective EVP should resonate with employees' experiences.  Regularly revisiting the EVP keeps it relevant and engaging.    Chapters:  00:00 Introduction to Building Better Cultures Podcast  01:53 Setting Companies Up for Success Through People  05:16 The Importance of Purpose in Organisations  08:10 Navigating Difficult Conversations with Employees  10:56 Empowering People Leaders for Effective Management  14:03 The Shift Towards Continuous Feedback  19:22 Understanding and Valuing Organisational Culture  20:21 Valuing Organisational Culture  22:00 Impact of Culture on Performance  23:45 Performance Management and Accountability  26:03 The Role of Values in Culture  30:01 Employee Value Proposition (EVP)  34:39 Creating a Positive Work Environment    Connect with us:  LinkedIn YouTube Instagram      Connect with Iain Kirkwood:  LinkedIn 

Most organizations take their best performer, hand them a title, and call it a promotion. What they don't tell that person is that everything that made them great at their job is now working against them. In this first installment of a two-part conversation, Jamie sits down with Matt Whitehead — Chief Ancillary Officer at Your Health — to explore one of the most overlooked transitions in healthcare leadership: the shift from being an exceptional doer to becoming a leader others will actually follow. In this episode: Why the moment Matt stepped into his first nursing home administrator role cracked the foundation of everything he thought he knew about leadership The dangerous myth that new leaders walk in as "instant experts" — and how that belief causes their teams to start managing them Why the dopamine hit of checking things off a to-do list disappears in leadership, and what you have to build to replace it How to delegate without losing your mind — and why being crystal clear on outcomes matters more than anything else Why conflict is never a problem to be eliminated — it's information to be used This episode is for every high-performer who has stepped into a leadership role and felt the ground shift beneath them. You're not alone — and it's not a flaw. It's the beginning. www.YourHealth.Org

You know the feeling.Their name pops up on your calendar and your stomach drops just a little.They are not low performers. They are actually delivering.But something about the dynamic makes leading them harder than it needs to be.In this episode of Real Talk: Leading Small Teams, we break down three common archetypes that trigger leaders and how to handle each one without avoiding hard conversations.In this episode, you'll learn:Why “Praise-Seeking Polly” may not actually feel recognized, even when you think you are praising themWhat “Mindy the Mope” might be signaling about role fit and strengths alignmentWhy “Defensive Dan” reacts to feedback and how to lower defensiveness without walking on eggshellsHow to anchor feedback in shared expectations so high performers stay coachableIf you have someone on your team who makes you want to cancel your one-on-ones but is technically doing a good job, this episode will help you shift from frustration to strategy.

#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale. To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner. Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com    Takeaways - Ashley Heard emphasizes the importance of proper training for first-time managers. - Promoting strong individual contributors to management roles can lead to failure without support. - Management styles can be categorized into 'tight jeans' and 'cozy joggers' to illustrate different approaches. - The Pause, Consider, Act framework helps managers make thoughtful decisions under pressure. - Intentional leadership is crucial for fostering a positive team environment. - Leadership development should be an ongoing process, not a one-time event. - AI can enhance leadership by providing tools for better decision-making and communication. - Cultural sensitivity is essential for effective management in diverse teams. - Success in leadership is defined by passion for work and a balanced life. - The Manager Method book provides practical frameworks for effective management.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leadership Development 02:54 The Journey to Law and Corporate Life 05:59 The Challenges of Promoting Managers 09:00 Management Styles: Tight Jeans vs. Cozy Joggers 11:46 The Pause, Consider, Act Framework 15:02 Navigating Toxic Management 18:02 The Manager Method Book Launch 20:36 Self-Discovery Through Writing 22:22 The Importance of Continuous Leadership Development 23:38 AI: A Tool for Human Connection 26:57 Using AI to Enhance Team Dynamics 29:14 The Human Element in Performance Reviews 32:07 Evolving as a People Leader 34:44 The Positive Side of HR 35:54 Navigating the Future of Work 37:43 The Journey of Entrepreneurship 39:16 Defining Success in Work and Life

Delegation is broken — and it's costing you growth, engagement, and retention.On this week's episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, Nicole sits down with Brad Federman, author of Never Delegate Again, and together they  dismantle outdated leadership thinking that no longer works in today's world.Brad explains why company life cycles have shrunk, why skills now expire in just a few years, and why leaders must shift from “managing performance” to coaching development. He shares his Growth Matrix, his Five Stages of Change model, and a powerful Culture Character framework that reveals why so many organizations struggle.If you care about building a vibrant culture, retaining top talent, and staying relevant in an AI-driven world—this episode is a must-listen.Vibrant Highlights:04:44 – Why traditional delegation models (including the Eisenhower Matrix) are outdated in today's fast-moving, specialized economy00:07:05 – Growth is the new psychological contract between employers and employees23:49 – Why most organizational change efforts fail (and how leaders sabotage them unintentionally)30:12 – The Five Stages of Change: No Way, Maybe, Get Ready, Act, Routine38:48 – The Culture Character Model: Balancing people and results to create a thriving organization42:45 – Two small leadership shifts that dramatically improve retention and performanceConnect with Brad:Book https://a.co/d/01Kovd2JWebsite https://www.bradfederman.com/Business: https://www.performancepointllc.com/Email: bfederman@performancepointllc.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradfederman/Business LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/performance-point-llc/Also mentioned on this episode:Marshall Goldsmith "Feedforward": https://youtu.be/tFX74GIxca4?si=jIMfzHazW8y1Mcv2The Path by Laurie Beth Jones: https://a.co/d/03uwtZ6PThe Tilt Model: https://www.tilt365.com/aboutIgnite your culture. Elevate your leaders. Activate your people.Nicole Greer delivers transformational keynotes and trainings that spark clarity, accountability, energy, and lasting results.Ready to light it up?Visit: vibrantculture.comEmail: nicole@vibrantculture.comWatch Nicole's TEDx Talk: vibrantculture.com/videos

Compassion and accountability are often seen as opposites in Organizational Behavior Management, but we believe they work best together. We break down how OBM, at its core, is simply ABA applied to organizations and how it can be implemented in ways that feel supportive rather than cold or purely data-driven.We discuss how assessments, data analysis, and feedback can prioritize clarity, honesty, and relationships. From pairing with reinforcement when entering an organization to involving staff in problem-solving and aligning expectations with real-world barriers, we share practical ways to move performance management away from compliance and toward collaboration.We also highlight the importance of values, authentic reinforcement, and listening as foundations of compassionate leadership. When staff are viewed as humans and not just performers, it becomes possible to reduce burnout, increase job satisfaction, and build systems that truly support long-term success.What's Inside:Why compassion and accountability are not opposites in OBMHow to apply core ABA principles to organizations at multiple levelsPractical strategies for compassionate performance managementUsing values, relationships, and authentic reinforcement to drive changeMentioned in This Episode:Compassionate ABA: Enhancing Social Skills, Tolerance, and Trauma-Informed CareEpisode 224: Beyond Compliance: Why Relationships Are the Heart of Compassionate ABAHowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram