

HR Leaders
Chris Rainey
Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.
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Apr 4, 2023 • 47min
Ferring’s Ground-Breaking Global Family Benefits Package
In this episode we are joined by Christelle Beneteau, CHRO at Ferring Pharmaceuticals to discuss Ferring’s Ground-Breaking Global Family Benefits Package.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrain...Timestamps:00:00 Intro09:27 Ferring's innovative approach to designing and implementing a comprehensive global family building benefits package11:14 Introduction of a 26-week global minimum standard for paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents, with flexible usage options15:58 Ferring Pharmaceuticals' commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment19:11 The essential technology partners enabling their successful wellbeing initiatives21:10 Unlimited financial support for fertility benefit services, ensuring accessible care for all employees26:16 Key factors to consider when developing and executing a global wellbeing strategy45:51 Christelle’s advice to HR LeadersAbout 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 30, 2023 • 52min
How Unilever is Shaping a Bold New Way of Working
In this episode we are joined by Jordan Cristillo, who is an entrepreneurial Organization Coach and Agile leader passionate about helping organizations go beyond the status quo, building engaged teams that deliver growth. Jordans currently serves as the Global Way of Working Lead at Unilever to discuss How Unilever is Shaping a Bold New Way of Working👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/Episode Highlights:How Unilever is breaking the employment mould to create new ways of working that suit the business and their people.How to create a flexible environment that values openness and adaptability, builds resilience, and elevates skills and performanceHow Unilever's new way of working is accelerating culture change?About 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 2023 • 42min
How Microsoft and Korn Ferry are Unlocking Hybrid Work Success
In this episode we are joined by Shipra Singh - Head of HR Switzerland and Austria at Microsoft and Michael McKiernan - Senior Client Partner in Organisation Strategy and Transformation at Korn Ferry to discuss How Microsoft and Korn Ferry are Unlocking Hybrid Work Success👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/Episode Highlights:- Microsoft and Korn Ferrys key learning for successful hybrid work implementation.- The importance of senior leaders in fostering a culture of empathy and empowerment in driving change.- Why we need to rethink employee well-being strategies in the context of modern work environments.About 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 28, 2023 • 52min
How to Use HR Analytics to Tell the People Story & Engage Execs
In this episode we are joined by Jeremy Shapiro who is a AVP, HR Workforce Analytics at Merck to discuss How to Use HR Analytics to Tell the People Story & Engage Execs👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrain...Episode Highlights:- How to tell your talent story through analytics- How to Leverage talent analytics with senior leaders to drive better decisions- How are you using analytics as a guide during volatility and uncertainty- The role of ESG and public disclosuresAbout 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 23, 2023 • 46min
How to Bring your Regenerative Workplace to life
In this episode we are joined by Peter Miscovich, Global Future of Work Leader and Executive Managing Director at JLL to discuss How to Bring your Regenerative Workplace to life👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/Episode Highlights:- How organizations are enabling their ecosystems to support mental, social and physical health- How to Bring your Regenerative Workplace to life- The emerging technologies that are converging and enabling more human-centric workplaces- How ChatGPT and AI will change HR and the Future of WorkAbout 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 2023 • 41min
7 Lessons for Managing People in a Recession
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast we discuss the 7 Lessons for Managing People in a Recession👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2W0e5BGna5KHJUTrITcs3o?si=83c55dbc44bd4a87Speakers:- Dave Ulrich, Speaker, Author and Thought Partner on Human Capability & Co-Founder at the @RBLGroupTV - Beverley Kaye who is an international speaker, thought leader and author of the best selling book Love 'Em or Lose 'Em: Getting Good People to Stay, 800,000 books sold- Matt Burns, Founder at BentoHRLessons:1 - Seize opportunity2- Share experiences3 - Over-communicate4 - Be Bold5 - Attend to those who leave6 - Attend to those who stay (even more) Stay interviews?7 - Redesign work _What is the impact? Examples?🙏 Huge thanks to BetterUp for supporting the show!👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/About 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 16, 2023 • 32min
How Dell is Transforming Hybrid Work with Listening Data
In this episode we are joined by Stephanie Murphy who is People Analytics Leader, Management Professor, speaker and Talent Analytics Director at DELL Technologies. to discuss How Dell is Transforming Hybrid Work with Listening Data👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/Episode Highlights:- How Dell is Transforming Work with Listening Data- How to use data and analytics to drive Hybrid work strategy- How to Drive Accountability on DEI?About 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 14, 2023 • 38min
Better, Simpler Strategy: A Value-Based Guide to Exceptional Performance
In this episode we are joined by Felix Oberholzer-Gee - Professor of Business Administration in the Strategy Unit at Harvard Business School to discuss about his new book: ‘Better, Simpler Strategy: A Value-Based Guide to Exceptional Performance’👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/Episode Highlights:- How organisations can make its strategy more effective and easier to execute.- Proven financial mechanics to help executives decide where to focus their attention- How to deepen the competitive advantage of your business.About 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 10, 2023 • 41min
A Black Professional’s Guide to Thriving in the Workplace
In this episode we are joined by Carice Anderson, who is a business executive, coach, consultant and author who shares her insider knowledge - and sheds light on the harsh realities of corporate environments for many Black professionals.During the episode we discuss Carice’s new book Intelligence Isn’t Enough: A Black Professional’s Guide to Thriving in the Workplace👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on spotify: http://bit.ly/3lVEiRu🎤 Apple podcast: http://bit.ly/3IJAV9l👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/The lessons learned from 30 Black Leaders that Carice interviewed for the book.Why relying on your intellect alone is a career-killing mistake you can’t afford to continue making Why knowing yourself, others, and your environment are all necessary to sustain your success.How to show up authentically and still advance your career.About 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 #humanresourcesHead over to our website to access the resources mentioned in this episode: www.hrleaders.co/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Mar 7, 2023 • 45min
How Pearson are Solving the Workforce Skills Challenge
Michael Howells, President of Workforce Skills at Pearson, shares insights on tackling the workforce skills challenge. He discusses the need for reskilling in the face of automation and the transformative power of lifelong learning. Michael emphasizes unlocking hidden talent within organizations to navigate crises and market changes. He also explores career mobility, advocating for inclusive pathways and supportive cultures in hybrid work environments. His pragmatic advice resonates with HR leaders aiming to adapt to evolving employee expectations in a post-pandemic world.


