HR Interviews Playlist

Recorded live at the HR Tech Conference from the Fuel50 booth in Las Vegas, Chad & Cheese interview Doug Shagham, Head of People Data and Insights at Johnson & Johnson. Shagam shares his unconventional journey from aspiring drummer to data analytics, emphasizing the power of people analytics and storytelling in HR. He discusses integrating multiple HR platforms, democratizing data, and shaping J&J's talent acquisition. Highlighting their J&J Learn program, he explores skills inference, employee growth, and the significance of sharing the company's vision with its workforce. Shagham's insights reflect the intersection of data, technology, and employee experience in HR. To learn more about Fuel50, visit https://fuel50.com.

Employer Value Propositions are potent tools that attract talent, retain talent, and shape the future of organizations. However, we don't talk about EVPS enough, and they are regularly confused with Employer Brands when they are discussed. So, what are the benefits of an effective EVP, and do you define one?My guest this week is Vicki Saunders, Founder of The EVP Consultancy. Vicki is a highly experienced expert in this field and has worked on EVPs in-house at Currys, BAE Systems, and Boots. She has a vast amount of knowledge to share, and this is an absolutely must-listen episode.In the interview, we discuss:The difference between EVP, Employer Branding, and Recruitment MarketingThe value to employers of an effective EVPStrategic workforce planning and building the future of the organizationSupporting DE&IWhere should the responsibility for EVP sit?Authentic, Differentiated, Resonating, and Future FocusedPillars are proof points.MeasurementInternal Comms and Employee ExperienceThe role of technologyAnticipating the future and evolvingListen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

We talk about how recruiting’s changed in recent years, and look at changing workforce dynamics.

AI is a game changer for talent acquisition, and as we start to move from the hype phase to the doing phase, its potential capabilities and current limitations are becoming more apparent.So what can and can't AI do for talent acquisition right now, and how will things develop in the future?My guest this week is Mona Khalil, Senior Manager Data Science at Greenhouse. As well as building AI into their products, Greenhouse has done extensive research with both TA leaders and job seekers to understand the potential positive and negative impacts of generative AI on recruiting.In the interview, we discuss:Current talent market challengesEmployer uptake of generative AIReducing bias versus codifying biasLevels of nuance in decision-makingParsing and normalizing candidate dataAre employers monitoring AI effectively?Asking vendors the right questions about their AI integrationsHow do candidates feel about AI?What does the future look likeListen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

How could the boys head to Europe for UNLEASH World and not get a hot take on the current state of the continent when it comes to the world of work? European businesses like Personio, HiBob, Job&Talent and others are shaking things up, and it goes both ways with the likes of Appcast reshaping European stalwarts like Stepstone. That's why we invited Hendrik Schmahl, Partner at EY in Berlin to the Textkernel booth for a chat. Schmahl is busy leading the consulting practice advancing HR transformation and digitization, but found some time for Chad & Cheese. If you're looking for a different take on how things are evolving in Europe, and particularly in Germany, then this interview is a must.

As we come to the end of another interesting year, I know that many of you will be looking towards 2024 and planning for the new year ahead.One of the best things about 2023 for me has been the opportunity to get back on stage and start presenting again. I've spoken at prominent industry events, including The HR Technology Conference in the US and The CIPD Annual Conference in the UK, and delivered talks and workshops for several employers.Back in September, I spoke at the ATAP Global TA Day about the future of Talent Acquisition, and I'm delighted to be able to share the audio of my presentation as this week's podcast.If you're unfamiliar with ATAP, it is short for The Association of Talent Acquisition Professionals, and they do some great work around standards and training in the industry. Their website is here, and you can get a 50% membership discount using the code ATAP50 before the end of the year.In my presentation, I talk about:Why we can't predict the future but how we can have strategic foresightThree Forces Shaping Talent AcquisitionThree Critical Trends for 2024Practical steps you can take right now to stay ahead of the curveListen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts

The overhiring in the technology sector at the end of the pandemic, the resulting layoffs, and the knock-on effects on talent acquisition have been well-documented this year. However, big tech isn't the only area where this has happened. Other talent markets have also been through a similar journey.So how can employers hire more sustainably, and what new talent strategies are companies adopting to build more flexibility?My guest this week is Carina Clingman, Founder and CEO of Recruitomics, a talent consultancy working with start-ups and scale-ups in the Biotech industry. The Biotech industry has had a big issue with overhiring in the last few years. Carina has some insights on sustainable hiring models, which are also relevant in many other sectors.In the interview, we discuss:The changing talent marketing in BiotechChallenging for scaling companiesAligning talent strategies with business goalsFractional hiringUnderstanding candidate motivationsBalancing growth with sustainable hiringThe dangers of overhiringWhat can larger employers learn from start-ups and scale-upsTotal talent thinkingWhat is the future for recruiters?Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Recorded live at the HR Tech Conference from the Fuel50 booth in Las Vegas, this episode features Larry McAlister, a three-time CHRO and author. We discuss his book "The Power to Transform," which serves as a field guide for building a human-centered, tech-enabled work culture. The episode also covers various topics, including the importance of HR technology, the need for HR professionals to embrace technology, and the impact of generative AI on the industry. Larry emphasizes the importance of self-care for job seekers and offers advice on how to make oneself more marketable in the evolving job market. The podcast also touches on the potential ethical issues and risks associated with AI in recruiting. Larry can be found on LinkedIn or at his website, LarryMcAlisterBook.com, and his book is available on Amazon. To learn more about Fuel50, visit https://fuel50.com.

The world is a volatile place. Inflation, conflict, elections and AI, to name a few, have meant a lot of things in business are taking a pause. Mergers and acquisitions are no exception. However, things are still moving, and signs of new life are everywhere. That's why we invited Georgios Markikus, managing partner at Venero Capital Advisors to the Textkernel booth in Paris at UNLEASH World to chat about the state of M&A. From the recent Clevy acquisition by Fountain to the current thawing of markets to how hungry private equity is at the moment to make things happen. Turns out, there's a lot of dry powder out there, which not only makes this interview interesting, but necessary for anyone who makes their living in workforce businesses.

Three and a half years on from the first pandemic lockdowns, the debate about returning to the office still rages on. However, despite all the noise this year, as some large well-known companies tried yet again to force their employees back to the office, many employers have embraced the reality of remote and hybrid and are working hard to adjust and deal with the challenges of having a distributed workforce. Culture and connection are often cited as reasons companies want to bring people back to their offices, particularly when supporting the new generation entering the workforce. So, what are remote and hybrid organizations doing to address these challenges without invoking a mandatory return to the office? My guest this week is Dena Singleton, Chief People Officer at Kajabi. Kajabi strongly focuses on developing its culture and building connections within its organization, and Dina has some excellent advice to share.In the interview, we discuss:The unique market that Kajabi servesTA challengesJob vs OpportunitiesBuilding culture and connectionFoster communitySupporting the new generation in the workforceOnboardingThe impact of AI on the talent functionThe future of workListen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.