In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Prince Abraham, Vice President and Global Head - Rewards Development and Mobility at Novo Nordisk.We discussed how Novo Nordisk is reimagining talent mobility and moving away from traditional relocation to more flexible, employee-focused approaches.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 Introduction and Episode highlight03:20 Novo Nordisk's talent mobility journey05:50 Virtual work options approach08:00 Implementing a virtual hubs model10:48 Supporting managers of remote teams13:02 Taking a local market fit approach16:48 Increased business agility18:04 The mobility partner model20:30 Leveraging AI for Self-Service22:12 Excited for the future of virtual work24:18 Key takeawaysAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Ross Thornley, Author, Keynote Speaker on Adaptability & The Future of Work. Co-Founder of AQai.The pace of change in the world today is faster than ever before. Expertise that once took decades to accumulate can become irrelevant in months. To thrive in this environment, we need to upgrade our operating system, both as individuals and organizations.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights0:00 Intro and episode highlight01:13 Welcoming Ross to the show01:36 Ross' background in graphic design and business03:28 Transformation through coaching03:32 Ross' book - A new operating system for change05:36 What is Adaptability Quotient (AQ)?10:37 Why failing should be celebrated13:44 HR's role in adaptability and innovation15:38 Is AI ready to take over compliance?17:04 AI's impact on innovation21:42 Collaboration vs competition23:28 Imagination over knowledge25:22 The pace of change is accelerating26:23 Balancing paradoxes - finding calm within chaosAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Lara Pyko, Chief People Officer at Mendix, to discuss the challenges of scaling a startup into an enterprise.Lara shares how Mendix rapidly grew from a small startup to a global company, expanding headcount exponentially. She emphasizes the need to balance maintaining startup culture while implementing necessary processes and infrastructure.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Introduction and episode highlight02:55 - The challenges of transitioning from a startup to a larger entity03:54 - The moment a startup becomes a scale-up05:37 -The significance of a well-structured onboarding process15:16 - The importance of feedback and understanding organizational challenges16:27 - How to adapt your talent strategy as your company grows22:21 - How to capture and measure key moments in an employee's journey24:27 - Lara shares her enthusiasm for a data-driven approach in HR25:17 - Lara offers advice for HR leaders entering start-ups or scale-upsAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by my guests Marshall Goldsmith, two-time winner of the Thinkers 50 Award and founder of the 100 Coaches, Scott Osman, Co-Founder & CEO and Jacquelyn Lane, President at 100 Coaches Agency.Becoming Coachable calls on leaders to invest in their own growth and development to propel their impact. If you're ready to unlock your full potential, this book provides the roadmap.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 Episode introduction01:05 The inspiration behind the book05:27 What it means to become coachable06:20 Being open to change07:03 Taking feedback07:28 Taking action08:24 The importance of accountability11:53 Coaching for better leadership and better life13:34 Who can benefit from coaching21:42 Overcoming barriers to being coachable24:20 The loneliness at the top27:37 We all need help and support29:20 Start your coaching journey30:37 Key takeaways31:14 Resources for getting a coachAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming careers and workplaces, according to Yazad Dalal, Managing Director at Accenture, on a recent episode of the HR Leaders Podcast.Yazad believes the doom and gloom predictions about AI stealing jobs are overblown."Historically, innovations like the calculator and Microsoft Office did not lead to mass unemployment, but rather opened up new types of jobs.Don't miss this insightful discussion on how AI is transforming work.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 Episode highlight and introduction04:18 How generative AI will revolutionise work07:06 New jobs created by AI09:25 Using AI in the flow of work11:25 AI industry applications12:24: Developing centres of excellence for AI16:40 Common themes he hears from clients around AI19:01 Augmenting skills with AI tools20:11 Accenture's $3B AI Investment21:15 How AI will influence managers decision-making22:25 Giving up privacy for productivity25:03 The Argonaut analogy for AI29:01 The opportunity for critical thinkers31:43 What all this mean for Accenture33:52 Embracing AI as an opportunityAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm joined by Aneta Jajkowska, Senior Director, People & Organisational Partner, Northern Europe at Dassault Systèmes shares how her company is driving change towards a more sustainable future.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 Episode highlight and Introduction00:56 Aneta's HR Journey02:09 Sustainability in Business03:03 Key Takeaways from Sustainability Course04:42 Translating Learning into HR Work06:01 Tracking Sustainability Progress08:11 Prioritizing Sustainability Initiatives09:30 Engaging Employees on Sustainability11:15 Effective Sustainability Communication13:21 Diversity and Inclusion for Sustainability15:15 Generational Perspectives on Sustainability17:12 Building a Next Generation Advisory Board19:02 Learning from Younger Generations20:26 Leading by Example on Sustainability22:05 Advice for HR Leaders for the futureAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm joined by Allison Pinkham, Chief Human Resources Officer at Galderma to discuss how she led a transformation of HR into an outcome-focused function aligned to business goals.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Meet Allison and intro highlight07:18 - Optimizing Recruitment with Data Analytics09:30 - Importance of Metrics in HR13:47 - Establishing a Common Language for Leaders14:04 - Promoting Company Values with Employee Quotes14:30 - Aligning External Promotions with Internal Experiences17:03 - Emphasizing Transparency in Management18:23 - Reception and Challenges of New HR Initiatives19:44 - The Fast-Paced Nature of Galderma21:17 - The Need for Agility in Business Planning21:53 - Adapting Plans to Real-World ConditionsAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cheryl DeSantis, Chief People Officer at National Veterinary Associates, shares insights on overcoming limiting beliefs, creating psychological safety, developing empathy, and resilience in leadership. The podcast explores the journey to heart-centered leadership, the power of vulnerability, and the impact of heart-centered leadership on employee engagement.

Christian Schmeichel, SVP & Chief Future of Work Officer at SAP, discusses SAP's reimagining of work across three dimensions: future workforce, people practices, and HR. Topics include planning for an evolving workforce, SAP's empowering flexwork policy, mental health and mindfulness, leveraging AI and chatbots, and shaping the future of work. A must-listen for leaders preparing for what's ahead.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by Caoimhe Keogan, Chief People Officer at Aveva, to discuss How Aveva Built a Unified Culture after M&A. Caoimhe delves deep into Aveva's journey post-M&A, emphasizing the pivotal role of relationship-building and trust in shaping a unified organizational culture.The episode also touches upon the rapidly changing dynamics in CSR and ESG and their implications for the modern workplace. A highlight of this episode is the candid discussion on the mounting pressures and challenges faced by HR leaders, with many choosing alternative career paths. Join us for a deep dive into the intricacies of organizational transformation and the evolving role of HR.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Episode preview and introduction to Caoimhe07:24 - Aveva's post-M&A journey11:26 - How do you articulate and establish new values?10:24 - How do you prioritize cultural styles?20:09 - Why is the action for good programme significant?27:06 - Challenges HR Leaders Face - Burnout and walkoutsAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.#futureofwork #hr #hrpodcast #humanresourcesSummarySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.