

People and Strategy
SHRM
People and Strategy is a podcast from the SHRM Executive Network delivering in-depth conversations with HR executives and people leaders to advance the field of human resources by providing engagement and thought leadership to senior executives. Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network at https://www.shrm.org/executive.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 23min
Beyond Borders: Lessons in Leadership from a Global HR Journey
In this episode, Mai Lan Nguyen, HR leader at Schneider Electric, discusses the value of international insights for HR executives, talent acquisition strategies for tapping underutilized talent, and why giving feedback shows you care. Tune in for expert advice on navigating today’s HR complexities with a global perspective.Episode Transcript--People + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology. Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy. Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47prExplore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://www.shrm.org/flagships Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Feb 28, 2025 • 24min
From Marketing to CPO: A Creative Approach to People and Culture
In this episode, we talk to Nikki Rappaport, chief people officer at Call Your Mother Deli, a bagel shop chain popular in the Washington, D.C. area, about the power of company values. Rappaport shares what it takes to define meaningful corporate values and how to roll out the plan in a way that truly sticks with employees. TranscriptPeople + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology. Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy. Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47prExplore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://www.shrm.org/flagships

Feb 25, 2025 • 28min
The Rise of Fractional C-Suite Leaders
In this episode, we talk to Sara Daw, co-founder and group CEO of The CFO Centre and The Liberti Group, about the growing impact of part-time or fractional executives in the C-suite. Daw discusses the benefits of contract roles and shares how fractional C-suite leaders can build psychological ownership. Episode Transcript Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Feb 18, 2025 • 30min
The Economic Impact of the Federal Worker Job Cuts, with Justin Ladner and Jim Link
This week’s People + Strategy podcast examines the impact and consequences of the Trump administration’s efforts to dramatically shrink the size of the federal workforce. SHRM senior labor economist Justin Ladner joins SHRM CHRO Jim Link, SHRM-SCP, to discuss data on the demographics of the federal workforce, how they foresee corporate recruiting strategies shifting, and where the skills of government workers could align with private sector talent needs. Episode Transcript Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Feb 7, 2025 • 25min
Balancing Diversity, Inclusion, and Compliance, with Alex Alonso
In this episode, we discuss the latest news on DE&I policies—including the February 5 DOJ memo—and share tips for HR leaders on how to balance keeping your company practices inclusive while remaining legally compliant with the executive orders. Alex Alonso, SHRM’s chief data and analytics officer joins us to talk about the history of DE&I programs, where we’re headed next, and SHRM’s BEAM Framework of actionable guidelines for HR leaders. If it’s a WORK thing, it’s a SHRM thing. Get additional tools you need to navigate these challenges at the SHRM Executive Order Resource Hub: https://bit.ly/3CDgIS2 And join our upcoming webinar series to dive deeper into the nuances of these executive orders:February 12th: Diving Deeper into Affirmative Action and Federal Contractor Compliance: Key Insights & Critical Actions - REGISTER NOW:https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/eh/3511880/lp/4844956/diving-deeper-into-affirmative-action-and-federal-contractor-compliance-key-insights-critical-actionsFebruary 26th: Navigating Title VII Compliance Amid Recent DEI Policy Changes – REGISTER NOW: https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/eh/3511880/lp/4850050/navigating-title-vii-compliance-amid-recent-dei-policy-changes Episode TranscriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Jan 31, 2025 • 25min
Disagree Better: Debunking the Myths of Conflict, with the CHRO for the State of Utah
In this episode, we talk to John Barrand, CHRO for the state of Utah. Barrand shares how he developed a passion for helping people “disagree better” and dispels four common myths about disagreements, including the belief that being a good person means disagreeing less.Episode TranscriptFor more resources to facilitate healthy conflict, view SHRM’s Civility Toolkit: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/topics/civilityFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Jan 23, 2025 • 27min
Employee Wellbeing, with Amazon Web Services’ Prudence Pitter
Prudence Pitter is a business executive with 26+ years of broad Human Resource leadership expertise across several industries. Currently she is Global Head of HR for two Amazon Web Services business units. In addition to her HR and consulting experience she served as Adjunct Professor of HRM and Organizational Behavior & Leadership for the City University of NY, for 9+ years. She enjoys writing about HR trends, delivering presentations which align human resources to business, as well as leading workshops on leadership capabilities and employee experience. She is currently a Board Member for the Women Mentoring Network, and volunteers her time to help junior HR professionals learn the skills needed to succeed in their career. Prudence also assists multiple single mothers prepare for back-to-school each school year. Her passion is delivering leadership development presentations to HR and business leaders while also inspiring these leaders to align people practices to business priorities while keeping the employee experience as a key focus at all times. She holds BS & MBA degrees, and the two highest HR Certifications; GPHR and SPHR.Note: The recording states that Pitter leads HR for the Auto/Manufacturing and Life Sciences Division. Correction: Prudence Pitter is the global head of HR for Amazon Web Services’ Auto/Manufacturing and Bus Development divisions. Episode TranscriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Jan 17, 2025 • 25min
Lessons Learned Scaling a Startup with May Mobility’s CPO Tom Tang
In this episode, we talk to Tom Tang, Chief People Officer of May Mobility, a startup specializing in autonomous vehicle solutions. Tang shares three key HR insights: how to scale a startup team, how to tackle HR debt, and how to advocate for board-level support. Episode TranscriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Jan 10, 2025 • 29min
3 Key HR Trends of 2024, with Dayforce’s Amy Cappellanti-Wolf
We’re closing out 2024 by talking about the three big HR trends of the year. In this episode, Dayforce chief people officer Amy Cappellanti-Wolf sits down with us to discuss AI, personalization of HR applications, and the ongoing conversations around employers instituting a return to office.Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Jan 2, 2025 • 24min
Robert Glazer, Author of Rethinking Two Weeks' Notice
In this episode, we talk to Robert Glazer about his latest book, Rethinking Two Week’s Notice. He offers a fresh perspective that will reframe the way you think about employee transitions. Glazer is also the founder of Acceleration Partners, a global partner marketing agency, and the podcast host of Elevate with Robert Glazer.Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.


