Future of HR

“What Works: Developing HR Leaders” with Ian Ziskin, President of EXec EXcel Group, a Human Capital Coaching and Consulting Firm and a Former, Fortune 100 CHRO, Author, & Board Member.

Apr 23, 2024

Ian Ziskin, former Fortune 100 CHRO, shares insights on developing HR leaders. He discusses the importance of pushing back against misguided ideas, having a clear leadership philosophy, and the art of coaching. Ziskin offers advice for CHROs on developing next-gen HR talent and self-investment for HR leaders.

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Quick takeaways

Having a personal leadership philosophy enhances credibility and effectiveness in helping others succeed.

CHROs need to focus on multidisciplinary challenges, collaboration, technology, and business outcomes for success.

Great coaching involves asking insightful questions, balancing truth with feedback styles, and fostering trust through inclusion.

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Importance of Developing a Personal Leadership Philosophy

Understanding oneself as a leader, defining what one wants to be known for, and bridging the gap between aspirations and perceptions by others is crucial. Having a personal leadership philosophy that is openly shared enhances credibility and effectiveness in helping others succeed.

Introduction

4min

Evolution of CHRO Role in the Past Decade

8min

Crafting a Personal Leadership Philosophy

3min

Exploring the Role of HR Leaders and Coaching Techniques

4min

Focusing on Personal Development for Career Growth

16min

Adapting HR for Future Relevance and Growth

3min

Why should you aspire to be a business person, not a business partner?

How can having a leadership philosophy make you more effective HR leader?

My guest on this episode is Ian Ziskin, President of EXec EXcel Group, Fortune 100 CHRO, Author, & Board Member and I go deep on what really matters when it comes to developing HR leaders.

During our conversation Ian and I discuss:

Why the best HR leaders courageously push back against misguided ideas and advocate for the right ones, even if unpopular
Why the best HR leaders are clear on their leadership philosophy
Why being a great coach is all about the “art of the question”
His recommendations for CHROs on how they can develop their next-gen HR talent
His advice for next-gen HR leaders on how they can invest in and develop themselves

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Future of HR

“What Works: Developing HR Leaders” with Ian Ziskin, President of EXec EXcel Group, a Human Capital Coaching and Consulting Firm and a Former, Fortune 100 CHRO, Author, & Board Member.

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Importance of Developing a Personal Leadership Philosophy

Evolving Role of CHROs in the Past 10 Years

Key Traits of Successful HR Leaders

Effective HR Coaching and Advice

Strategic HR Team Development and Individual Growth

Future of HR: Reimagine, Reposition, Reinvent

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