HR Leaders

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined by, Alan Watkins, Founder and CEO at Complete.Episode highlights[08:29] - Practical steps to regulate emotions[11:43] - How EQ is not being taught to children[13:06] - What is Post Dramatic Growth?[16:05] - Why this crisis is is been seen as an opportunity for change[21:25] - How we are inhibiting curiosity[30:39] - What's the biggest thing a company can do to be successful?[38:56] - A look at the three Big E's[52:46] - Parting advice for youEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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, Umran Beba, SVP, Chief Global Diversity and Engagement Officer at PepsiCoEpisode highlights[02:24] - Tell us more about your transition from marketing into HR[04:19] - Principles to follow when leading through crisis situations[11:45] - Can we sustain this level of authenticity after this crisis[13:59] - Is this crisis helping the D&I agenda?[16:02] - What's are the implications for companies that don't take D&I seriously[18:41] - Why we need our people now more than ever[22:10] - How are you supporting your employees through this crisis[23:45] - What impact is the lock down having on minorities?[29:12] - What do you foresee as the biggest challenge for you and your peers coming out of COVID[28:49] - HR Leaders Quickfire Round[36:51] - Parting advice for youEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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, Alain Hunkins, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Leadership Expert.Episode highlights[04:22] - What was the inspiration behind the book?[06:34] - We’re up surprised by your findings?[09:50] - Why we need to avoid small oven thinking[13:07] - Secret 1 - Connection[14:20] - Key themes that inhibit leaders ability to be empathic[16:20] - How “listening with purpose” can help us be more empathic[17:59] - What is the superhero myth?[19:24] - A great example of using empathy to unlock the true story[25:01] - Secret 2 - Communication [26:03] - Achieve effective communication with the 3 rings method[27:17] - Ask for a receipt to help clarify communication[33:48] - Secret 3 - Collaboration[36:00] - Why having equal airtime leads to high performing teams  Enjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 Manisha Singh, Global Director People Analytics & Digital HR Innovation at Schneider Electric.Episode highlights[04:03] - What does the future of work mean to you?[06:28] - 3 Ways digital innovation is being harnessed at Schneider[08:43] - How are you enabling the future of work?[12:24] - A look at their current digital action plans[15:05] - Biggest learning's from these initiatives?[17:23] - Why you're proud of Schneider's open talent market?[24:59] - What's the feedback been so far from employee's and stakeholders?[30:22] - A look at the people analytics function at Schneider [34:08] - Insights into their robot strategy and it supports the business [40:19] - Parting advice for youEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 Veracelle Vega, Chief People Officer at Resident.Episode highlights[04:51] - What transferable skills you took from the public sector to media and entertainment?[07:38] - What was your experience building this road-map, any barriers?[11:55] - Tips for others building their own Road-map[16:15] - How to achieve quick wins whilst demonstrating value during listening tours?[18:18] - What was your experience transitioning to a smaller team with less support?[21:52] - Insight into Vera's initial experience at Resident[26:41] - How have current events influenced your Road map?[29:51] - What has been the feedback so far?[31:34 ] - How are you supporting your people during this crisis?[35:35] - How Residents pillars may have shifted but they stuck to their core foundations[38:00] - Parting advice for youEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 Jeri Doris, Chief People Officer at Delivery Hero.Episode highlights[03:37] - How has Delivery Hero adjusted to this global crisis?[06:49] - What was the inspiration to take on this role?[09:49] - What were the challenges you faced while scaling the business so rapidly?[15:01] - Scaling culture by hiring against value[18:34] - How are you personalising the employee experience? [20:26] - Feedback from employees that work remotely[23:11] - How is Delivery Hero supporting its employees through this crisis?[26:26] - Creating a space that allows you to bring your whole self to work[30:41] - A look at Hero communities[33:37] - What are some of Delivery Hero's ambitions for the future?Enjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 Diana Cruz Solash, VP, Global Head of Inclusion, Talent & Community at Infor.Episode highlights[02:02] - Where did your passion for Inclusion and Diversity stem from?[05:07] - When did it become a focal point in your career?[07:13] - What does your new role look like, why did you take it on?[09;47] - What drove Infor's decision to start this initiative?[11:17] - Give us a look at what your first month looked like at the company[14:45] - How did you propose this new strategy to the board?[17:17] - What's been the initial feedback from the team?[21:12] - How are you using data to support I&D initiatives?[25:40] - How are you measuring success within this function?[31:34] - What are you doing to support your people during this crisis?[35:22] - What will be the impact for companies that don't take I&D seriously?[37:57] - Parting advice for youEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 James Hartley, Managing Director,Regional Head of HR EMEA at Swiss Re.Episode highlights[02:42] - What was the driving force behind this purpose journey?[05:51] - Why co-creation is integral to defining your organisations purpose07:27] - What did the process of defining your purpose look like?[09:13] - What is the Little Book of Why?[12:37] - The benefits of looking at life through the lens of our purpose[22:12] - What impact has this program had on the business and your employees?[30:01] - What would you say to those that maybe don't have a big budget?[32:20] - A brief overview of the course[34:53] - Parting advice for youEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 Jerome Ternynck, Founder & CEO at SmartRecruiters.Episode highlights[05:27] - Jerome's biggest learning moment when researching for the book[06:38] - How the hiring model has changed and where it's going[08:47] - The biggest mistakes companies make during the selection process[10:33] - The problem with unstructured interviews[11:43] - Why we are responsible for structuring hiring to fight bias[15:14] - Are you measuring recruiting through the wrong metrics?[20:31] - Effective ways for CEO's to select their leaders[22:49] - Who you hire defines who you are[24:30] - Examples of organisations with a strong talent acquisition strategy[31:30] - The most common sited reason people are disappointed in a new role[35:18] - Challenge for you - Reply to candidate![36:41] - Now is the time to stand up as a functionEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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 Rudy Morandin, VP HR, North America at Pirelli.Episode highlights[02:16] - What's kept you engaged at Pirelli over the years?[03:44] - What made you say yes to this new role in China?[07:46] - Did the language and culture pose a challenge?[10:34] - Why resilience was an important skill during this change[14:10] - How Ruby communicated the businesses why and purpose with a team of leaders[18:24] - What would you have done differently?[21:06] - What were your biggest learning moments as a result of this initiative?[25:23] - What impact did this have on you personally?[28:47] - Advice for others looking to take on international assignmentsEnjoying our content? Access the shows resources and get access to future episodes first by Subscribing to HR Leaders: 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.