Digital HR Leaders with David Green

Alan Susi, Vice-President and Global Head of Organisational Analytics and People Insights at S&P Global, discusses the revolutionary approach to workforce planning at S&P. He emphasizes integrating workforce strategies with core business decision-making, particularly through collaboration with finance. The conversation highlights the role of AI in shaping future planning, the need for agility amid rapid change, and balancing short-term and long-term workforce health. Susi shares insights on fostering trust and empathy in upskilling employees for a tech-driven landscape.

In a compelling discussion, Erik Schultink, CTO and Co-Founder of Worklytics, delves into the challenges of proving AI's value in the workplace. He emphasizes the need for data-driven insights to enhance AI adoption and explores the pivotal role of people analytics teams. Erik highlights how leading organizations integrate AI into workflows, the unintended consequences on productivity, and the significance of Organizational Network Analysis. He provides actionable strategies for HR leaders to create an impactful, people-first approach to AI.

Ashish Parulekar, Director of Data Science and Global Head of Talent Acquisition Analytics at Amazon, sheds light on scaling talent acquisition at a massive scale. He discusses how Amazon leverages data and advanced analytics to hire smartly and fairly across diverse roles. The conversation dives into optimizing high-volume hiring with technology, the importance of machine learning, and maintaining a human touch in decisions. Parulekar also emphasizes the critical skills for professionals in people analytics and the evolving landscape of careers in this field.

Annie Dean, Vice President of Workplace and Future of Work Transformation at Atlassian, shares insights from their journey as a distributed company. She discusses how behavioral science and AI are reshaping workplace dynamics, revealing that AI power users save up to 7 hours a week. The conversation highlights the benefits of asynchronous collaboration for productivity and well-being, alongside lessons learned from five years of flexible work. Dean also provides strategies for integrating AI into team workflows and emphasizes the need for data-driven flexibility in HR.

Loïc Michel, Co-Founder and CEO of 365Talents, shares insights on transforming HR strategies in today's unpredictable environment. He delves into the concept of adaptive skills and talent intelligence, emphasizing the shift toward agile, skills-based organizations. The discussion highlights the challenges HR faces in becoming more responsive and efficient, alongside practical steps for implementing necessary changes. Michel also explores the innovative use of AI in HR processes and the pressing need for resilience in workforce planning amidst constant disruption.

Anna Tavis, a researcher and Chair of the Human Capital Management Department at NYU, explores the democratization of coaching thanks to AI. She discusses how digital coaching is transforming employee learning and development across all levels of an organization. Key topics include the effectiveness of AI versus traditional coaching, balancing human interaction with technology, and the concerns surrounding data privacy. Tavis also highlights the importance of creating a psychologically safe environment for all employees, especially Generation Z, in this new coaching paradigm.

Lucy Adams, CEO of Disruptive HR and former CHRO at the BBC, shares her expertise on digital transformation. She discusses the challenges HR teams face and practical strategies to implement change effectively. Lucy emphasizes the importance of a human-centric approach in tech transformations and the need for HR to become strategic partners rather than mere support functions. She advocates for breaking down initiatives into manageable steps and engaging both early adopters and resistors to foster a collaborative culture.

Can employee happiness be the key to unlocking peak productivity? For years, organisations have invested heavily in employee engagement, recognising its impact on performance and retention. Research also suggests that employee engagement alone isn’t enough. Yet many organisations still overlook it or struggle to measure it effectively. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Shon Holyfield, Founder and CEO of Amazing Workplace, to explore why happiness should be measured alongside engagement—and how doing so can transform business outcomes. Join them as they explore:  The difference between engagement and happiness, and why both matter for business success The key indicators of employee happiness and how they impact performance Why traditional engagement surveys may not capture the full picture of employee well-being How a more dynamic, real-time approach to measuring happiness can drive better business outcomes The role of transparency in happiness scores How to balance privacy, authenticity and psychological safety when collecting employee insights Listen now to learn how you can measure and improve employee happiness to unlock greater productivity, engagement, and business success. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace, an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many employees, work is more than a paycheck—it’s an opportunity to contribute to something bigger. But for organisations, creating a culture where purpose is more than just a slogan requires bold action and thoughtful strategy. One organisation that has achieved this successfully is financial services company Manulife.  In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Katherine Macnaughton, Vice President of Global Talent Management and Development at Manulife, to discuss how Manulife is embedding purpose into every stage of the employee journey. Together they explore: The catalyst that sparked Manulife’s cultural transformation How the Better Life Campaign is creating a more engaged workforce The business impact of aligning employees with a shared purpose Preparing for the future and Generative AI readiness with Manulife’s Pursuit Program Addressing job security concerns in the age of AI Listen now to learn how Manulife is redefining what it means to work with purpose. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace, an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the way you give feedback, run meetings or make decisions was holding your global team back—without you even realising it?  Cultural differences influence how we work in powerful ways, and understanding them is the key to unlocking better collaboration and leadership. So, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Erin Meyer, professor at INSEAD and author of The Culture Map: Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business, to explore how cultural differences shape the way we work, lead and collaborate. Join them as they uncover: The eight dimensions of culture and how they impact leadership and teamwork How organisations can use The Culture Map to navigate cultural complexities Strategies for bridging high-context and low-context communication styles Practical approaches to giving and receiving feedback across cultures Aligning hierarchical and egalitarian leadership styles in global teams Navigating cultural differences in time management and decision-making If you’re leading a global team or working across cultures, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you sharpen your cultural intelligence and lead more effectively. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace and Workhuman.  Amazing Workplace is an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com  Workhuman is the world’s number one employee recognition platform, helping the biggest companies drive engagement, improve retention and show tangible business value – all while making work more human for millions of people every day. To find out more and see it in action, come along to Workhuman Live Forum in London on March 19th. Tickets are free but limited, grab them now at workhumanlive.com/forum  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.