

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 1, 2022 • 45min
The Power of Difference: Where the Complexities of Diversity and Inclusion Meet Practical Solutions
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Simon Fanshawe, writer, comic, broadcaster and founder of Diversity by Design.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro01:00 - Why SImon wrote the book02:52 - "You can't understand the world from someone else's point of view"05:24 - How to create a culture of sharing13:20 - On the three behavious categories17:32 - Simon's views on diversity hiring22:35 - His views on gender pronouns35:30 - Feedback received on the book40:01 - Frequent challenges faced in teams42:41 - Simon's legacyDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 31, 2022 • 55min
Upholding Company Values in the Face of Adversity
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Ray Martinelli, Chief People Officer of Coupa Software.Episode highlights00:00 - intro01:30 - The effect of the modern climate on HR05:22 - Trying to manage employee expectations11:14 - ensuring company values and morals are upheld18:48 - How has the last couple of years change Coupa's values?24:18 - What's the biggest challenge return to work poses29:02 - Companies being more deliberate with their decisions37:10 - Quick-fire RoundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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, 2022 • 38min
How HP is Reinventing Recognition
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Trapper Yates, Head of Global Compensation at HP.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro03:53 - HP's journey to reinvent recognition07:10 - Truly listening to their people08:42 - An example of meaningful recognition12:12 - Memories are more powerful than money13:46 - Ways to recognise that go beyond cost17:46 - There isn't a one size fits all approach to recognition22:18 - Recognising your people is good for all involved23:29 - Not your average pizza party (example of recognition)26:01 - Why he's proud to impact people's live27:04 - Personalising compensation and benefitsDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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 17, 2022 • 39min
Moving the Needle on Leadership and Culture
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Aysha Alawadhi, Director, Culture Transformation & Organizational Performance at Anthem, Inc.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro01:56 - About Aysha07:32 - Ways to recognise great leaders21:43 - Culture's place in an organisation36:03 - HR Leaders Quick Fire RoundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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 15, 2022 • 1h 3min
From Legal to People: The Trials and Tribulations of Starting Over in HR
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Gail Sharps Myers, EVP, Chief Legal Officer & Chief People Officer at Denny's.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro03:33 - About Gail34:25 - What beginning her HR career as CPO was like40:28 - The biggest challenge she faced42:42 - Advice for people transferring into HR45:23 - Who moving from legal counsel to Chief People Officer made sense to Gail50:38 - Quick Fire RoundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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, 2022 • 34min
Flexibility: The Secret Sauce to Retain Working Parents
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Stephanie Crook, Vice President, Org and Talent Capability at Intel Corporation.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro01:20 - A look at her role at Intel04:47 - 3 questions that helped her find purpose06:04 - Leaving the workforce for 8 years to parent her children08:00 - Advice for parents who want to do the same09:53 - Why you need to disconnect your self-worth from your career12:50 - Give yourself time reacclimatise when returning to work15:56 - Intel is a place where the best ideas win18:32 - Her realisation of how important culture fit is20:18 - Leaning on your support networks23:48 - HR Leaders Quick-Fire RoundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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 8, 2022 • 58min
Build a Stronger Tomorrow by Embracing our Differences
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Julie Spurlin, Senior Vice President of Global HR at Software AG.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro04:41 - Self learning vs formal education09:34 - The ever-changing role of leadership12:21 - How office culture has changed25:06 - The Importance of being exposed to neurodiversity33:25 - Celebrating our differences instead of being ashamed of them39:57 - Quick-fire RoundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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 3, 2022 • 39min
The Evolution of HR: Where It’s Been and Where It’s Going
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Payal Sahni Becher, Chief People Experience Officer at Pfizer.Episode highlights04:02 - Payal's story05:50 - How her family story shaped her career09:19 - Reflecting on 25 years at Pfizer16:32 - How HR has changed in this time22:27 - On rebranding from CHRO to Chief People Experience Officer26:35 - Advice for HR leaders on a similar journey28:36 - What a workplace should be in 202232:32 - HR Leaders Quickfire roundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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 1, 2022 • 1h 3min
Smart Growth: How To Grow Your People To Grow Your Company
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Whitney Johnson, CEO of Disruption Advisors and author of Smart Growth: How To Grow Your People To Grow Your Company.Episode highlights02:53 - The inspiration for her new book04:05 - Explaining the S-curve for learning07:17 - Why 2022 will be the year of tremendous growth in the workplace12:19 - The challenge of new beginnings27:46 - Stories from the Smart Growth: How To Grow Your People To Grow Your Company49:39 - How to speed up the S curve51:33 - How organisations can use S curves to retain talent57:02 - How to know when to make a changeDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

Feb 28, 2022 • 37min
Taking the DE&I Challenge: Nurturing Employees & Tackling Bias
In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Jorge Quezada, Vice President of People & Culture at Granite Construction.Episode highlights01:36 About Jorge08:21 The transition from recruiting to HR11:45 Should you quit HR to get ahead?15:29 How has the DE&I discussion evolved?18:28 How to create a nurturing environment for all employees21:18 On the challenge of bias26:21 How DE&I has changed during the pandemic30:15 Quickfire roundDid you enjoy the episode? Subscribe to HR Leaders for more content like this http://bit.ly/2wFkCEqYou can learn more about us at www.hrdleaders.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.