Andrea Illes, Global Head of People at Nokia, shares her expertise on navigating HR transformation and AI's impact on talent development. She discusses how Nokia's My Growth Portal empowers employees by revolutionizing skill mapping and internal career mobility. Andrea highlights the need for resilience and authenticity in leadership amid constant change while emphasizing the importance of fostering a coaching culture. The conversation also explores the integration of AI in HR processes and creating a supportive environment for career growth.
Nokia's My Growth Portal exemplifies how AI can transform skill mapping, enhance internal mobility, and empower employees in their career development.
The podcast highlights the need for leaders to cultivate empathy and resilience, ensuring a supportive work culture amid ongoing technological changes.
Deep dives
The Value of Continuous Learning and Open-mindedness
Staying open-minded and embracing new learning opportunities is emphasized as essential for personal and professional growth. Engaging in mentoring relationships, both as a mentor and a mentee, offers invaluable insights from different perspectives, particularly from younger generations. Other collaborative experiences, including interactions with organizations such as NGOs, provide further avenues for learning and skill development. This continuous learning mindset fosters adaptability and resilience in the face of change, which is a constant in today's dynamic work environment.
Balancing Career and Personal Life as a Single Parent
Managing a high-level global role while being a single parent poses unique challenges, especially regarding time management and flexibility. The ability to adjust work hours and prioritize family commitments helps maintain a healthy work-life balance, allowing for professional responsibilities to coexist with parental duties. Building a support system, including understanding colleagues and flexible work options, helps navigate unexpected situations that may arise. Establishing boundaries and creating structured routines further enable the effective integration of work and personal life.
Innovative Approaches to Skill Development at Nokia
Nokia's introduction of the My Growth Portal exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to employee development, connecting individuals with career opportunities within the organization. This tool facilitates skill mapping and development by providing personalized job recommendations based on user profiles and interests, thus enhancing internal mobility. Additionally, it aims to empower employees by recognizing that not everyone desires a traditional leadership path, allowing for the exploration of technical career advancements. The platform's success is reflected in its significant adoption rate and its role in minimizing employee attrition by encouraging meaningful career discussions.
Emphasizing Human Skills in Technology-driven Workplaces
As organizations increasingly integrate technology and AI, the importance of human skills, such as empathy and resilience, becomes vital for sustaining a healthy work culture. Efforts to enhance leadership development focus on equipping managers with the necessary skills to foster an inclusive and supportive environment. The recognition that technical expertise alone is insufficient for driving organizational success highlights the necessity of focusing on interpersonal and emotional competencies. This shift in perspective encourages leaders to prioritize the development of their teams holistically and adapt to the evolving demands of the workplace.
In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Andrea Illes, Global Head of People at Nokia, to discuss how HR leaders are navigating transformation, driving innovation, and balancing empathy with accountability in the workplace.
Andrea shares how Nokia’s My Growth Portal is empowering employees to take control of their careers, how AI and technology are reshaping HR, and why fostering resilience and authenticity is key for leadership success in today’s rapidly changing landscape.
🎓 In this episode, Andrea discusses:
How AI is transforming skill mapping and identifying workforce gaps
Building resilience and authenticity in leaders to navigate constant change
How AI is streamlining HR processes and enhancing employee experiences
The importance of fostering a coaching and mentoring culture in organizations
How Nokia’s My Growth Portal is revolutionizing talent mobility and skills development