HR Leaders

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Sandrine Bossard, Chief People Officer at Believe.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro02:17 - What attracted Sandrine to her role03:59 - The challenges she encountered when scaling the HR function06:21 - Working at a start-up means wearing a lot of hats 09:06 - Her experience working closely with the company founders11:32 - How they effectively communicate the work they do to improve DEI 14:44 - How their work aligns with their values16:32 - How they took care of their employees during the pandemic17:44 - Their approach to hybrid working20:27 - How they are approaching learning and development22:44 - The intersection between marketing and HR24:33 - HR Leaders Quick Fire RoundIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Tracy Cote, Chief People Officer at StockX.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro00:58 - About StockX03:06 - Tracy's journey04:06 - How StockX are scaling their HR in a fast growing organziation05:13 - The struggles of moving from a large multinational company to a small one08:07 - Considerations people should have when building out their HR technology stack10:56 - The importance of D&I initiatives in the workplace14:09 - How Covid-19 affected StockX15:16 - Tracey's biggest challenges with new D&I initiatives16:34 - How StockX build community20:32 - The experience of onboading during a global pandemic23:03 - What Tracy's looking forward to internally24:00 - Advice for HR Leaders moving from big companies to startups24:56 - Does HR need a rebrand?29:12 - Quickfire roundIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Jim Tamm, Author and Founder, Radical Collaboration.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro02:31 - Jim's fascination with collaboration04:09 - What is radical collaboration?06:04 - 5 skills for building collaborative environments10:39 - The biology behind defensiveness11:30 - Invest in your defence budget13:39 - Recognising when we become defensive24:04 - The impact defensiveness has on your organisation27:11 - Staying in the green zone28:51 - A look at Jims collaborative skills climate surveyIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Caroline Guillaumin, Group Head of Human Resources at Societe Generale group.Episode highlightsCaroline's journey into HRHow she still makes time for her hobbiesHow they are embedding D&I across their organisation2020 Accelerating Conversations on DiversityHolding themselves accountable for DE&IOrganisations living up to their promiseHow recent events were a wake-up callThe challenge of managing remote workersChallenges and lessons learned during the pandemicThe opportunities available to organisations going forwardIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Rafael Fejervary, Global Talent Manager at Schlumberger.Episode highlights00:00 - Intro00:00 - How has your view changed?03:45 - A look at borderless careers06:50 - How would he describes his role08:32 - Using data to drive better decisions10:06 - Their data adoption journey16:04 - The challenges to look out for when getting started18:34 - How they selected technology partners24:56 - Harnessing your networks for knowledge and advice28:20 - Advice for those embarking on a transformationIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Matty Harary, CHRO at Strauss Coffee B.V.Episode Highlights00:00 - Intro02:51 - What's top of his mind05:05 - Keeping employees safe while continuing business08:02 - Strauss Coffee as a purpose-driven organisation12:32 - HR's role in developing purpose15:43 - Freedom within a framework20:39 - How the pandemic changed the way of working25:24 - The importance of good employee brand proposition29:21 - An example of Strauss living its purpose33:40 - The intersection between HR and marketingIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Nadia Vatalidis, Director of People at Remote.Episode Highlights00:00 - Intro01:12 - Her move from Gitlab to Remote03:02 - Going from customer to employee04:48 - The challenges of managing a remote team06:09 - Building culture remotely09:50 - Getting to 50% female leadership10:27 - Nadia's thoughts on asynchronous work13:56 - Managing expectations of remote employees20:30 - How Nadia disconnects27:03 - Remotes use of VR28:19 - Outcomes over hours: managing workloads remotely31:21 - Is unlimited PTO a myth?If you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Ritu Kiran-Jackson, Director of HR Operations EMEA at GoDaddy and Founder and CEO at Aubilities.Episode Highlights00:00 - Intro00:38 - Ritu's background02:48 - About Aubilities05:47 - Is autism on the radar of organisations?06:58 - What Aubilities is doing to raise awareness09:05 - How companies treat autism in thier hiring process18:04 - How companies can remove the stigma21:41 - On 'typical' jobs for autistic peopleIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest David Mead, Award-Winning Author, Speaker and Student of Leadership.Episode Highlights00:00 - Intro02:57 - David's background06:02 - What is a human leader?09:27 - The three characteristics of a human leader14:00 - Honest19:15 - Humble24:29 - Human28:32 - Care for ourselves so we can care for others30:25 - Importance of being aware of our weaknesses32:06 - Parting advice for youIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Jo Owen, Award-Winning Author, Keynote Speaker, Social Entrepreneur, and Founder at Teach First.Episode Highlights00:00 - Intro01:32 - Jo's background03:35 - Who would benefit from reading his book07:08 - Is remote work less efficient?08:47 - The importance of rhythms and routines11:30 - Is the rise in hybrid work leading to diversity disaster?14:12 - Everything is harder - how managers are being forced to raise their game19:40 - Replicating face to face practices in virtual meetings21:30 - The positives and negatives of remote learning25:12 - Why "everyone in the office or out" is harder25:12 - Do employees with trust and influence fair better?28:41 - Bring the team together in-person to foster trust31:39 - How Jo is taking care of his own wellbeingIf you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: 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.