For years, organisations have invested heavily in learning platforms, content libraries and structured programmes. But if we’re honest, much of it still feels disconnected from how people actually learn today - especially in a world where employees can pick up new skills instantly using AI tools. 

So what does effective learning look like now? And how do organisations build an AI-ready workforce without falling back on outdated models? 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Chris Eigeland, Founder and CEO of Go1, to explore how workplace learning is evolving - and what HR and L&D leaders need to do differently. 

Drawing on his experience working with L&D practitioners across the globe, Chris shares practical insights on: 

• Why traditional approaches to learning are struggling to keep up 
• How AI is changing not just what we learn, but how we learn
• Where organisations are making real progress with AI upskilling - and where they’re falling short
• Whether technology can finally reduce the compliance burden on HR teams
• What HR and L&D leaders should prioritise over the next 12–18 months

This episode is sponsored by Go1.  

Go1 partners with L&D leaders around the world to turn AI into a workforce advantage, combining trusted learning expertise with an AI toolkit designed for organisational assessment and skills strategy, ready to deploy when teams need it.  

"With a learning delivery suite designed to deliver expert-led content through AI functionality, Go1 helps people build the skills to work confidently alongside AI"  

Learn more at go1.com/ai-with-go1     

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Hebba Youssef, Chief People Officer at Workweek and the Founder and creator of the widely followed newsletter I Hate It Here. 

Drawing on her experience building and leading HR teams, Hebba shares how she is approaching AI adoption inside her own organisation and what the rise of AI-powered teams means for the future of work. 

So, tune in to learn: 

• Why the traditional job description model may no longer reflect how work actually gets done 
• How AI-powered teams are beginning to reshape HR operating models 
• What the rise of AI means for managers, entry-level talent and early career development 
• How HR leaders can evaluate and prioritise AI investments 
• Where HR teams can begin automating parts of their function 
• Why governance and organisational design must evolve alongside AI adoption 

This episode is sponsored by Hibob. 

HiBob brings HR, Payroll, and Finance together into a single platform that employees actually use. With AI throughout, you move faster, work smarter, and empower your people to power your business.  

Sapient Insights recognizes HiBob’s AI vision, citing the Bob AI Companion for making everyday work faster and easier. Fosway Group also names HiBob a 2025 9-Grid™ Core Leader, recognizing the strongest AI vision among Core Leaders.   

HiBob. All-in-one HCM for HR, Payroll, and Finance.

Learn all about HiBob’s modern HR platform here 

Resources:  

I Hate it Here Newsletter 

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As organisations race to adopt AI, much of the conversation has focused on productivity, efficiency, and redesigning work. But far less attention has been given to how these technologies may reshape something just as important: the relationships people rely on at work. 

To unpack this, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green speaks with Connie Noonan Hadley, organisational psychologist, Thinkers50 Radar thinker, and Research Associate Professor at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business. 

Connie has spent decades studying the social experience of work, including the growing challenge of loneliness in organisations. And drawing on her latest research and conversations with senior HR leaders, Connie shares insights on how AI is beginning to influence not just how work gets done, but how people connect, collaborate, and seek support at work. 

So, tune in to learn: 

• Why loneliness at work remains such a persistent challenge - even in organisations investing heavily in culture
• What CHROs are prioritising right now as they navigate AI adoption, organisational redesign, and a rapidly shifting external environment
• How employees are already using AI for things they once relied on colleagues for - from career advice to coaching and problem-solving
• Why return-to-office mandates may not solve loneliness in the way many leaders expect
• Practical ways HR leaders can protect human connection while embracing AI-driven transformation 

This episode is sponsored by Hibob. 

HiBob brings HR, Payroll, and Finance together into a single platform that employees actually use. With AI throughout, you move faster, work smarter, and empower your people to power your business.  

Sapient Insights recognizes HiBob’s AI vision, citing the Bob AI Companion for making everyday work faster and easier. Fosway Group also names HiBob a 2025 9-Grid™ Core Leader, recognizing the strongest AI vision among Core Leaders.   

HiBob. All-in-one HCM for HR, Payroll, and Finance.  

​​​Learn all about HiBob’s modern HR platform here 

Resources:  

We’re Still Lonely at Work 

The Surprising Power of Team Rituals 

Institute for Leadership & Work at Boston University Questrom School of Business 

Institute for Life at Work, research think tank and laboratory

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Over the past decade, expectations on managers have grown significantly. They’re expected to make decisions that are fair, data-informed, and financially responsible - often in real time and under increasing scrutiny. Yet in many organisations, the systems designed to support those decisions haven’t evolved at the same pace.  

So, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green speaks with Kenneth Matos, Director of Market Insights at HiBob, to explore what it takes to design better decision environments for modern organisations. 

Drawing on new global research involving 4,700 people managers, Ken shares why the time spent stitching together data and the lack of a unified HR–Finance view are undermining decision quality - and what leaders must do to enable managers to balance people fairness with financial discipline. 

Tune in to learn more about: 

• Why decision friction is emerging as a hidden barrier to organisational agility 
• How fragmented data undermines fairness, consistency, and trust in people decisions 
• What changes when HR and Finance operate from a shared context
• Why defensibility is becoming critical in an era of pay transparency and scrutiny
• How AI can reduce decision friction when implemented with the right guardrails
• Why designing better decision environments is becoming a core leadership priority 

This episode is sponsored by Hibob. 

HiBob brings HR, Payroll, and Finance together into a single platform that employees actually use. With AI throughout, you move faster, work smarter, and empower your people to power your business.  

Sapient Insights recognises HiBob’s AI vision, citing the Bob AI Companion for making everyday work faster and easier. Fosway Group also names HiBob a 2025 9-Grid™ Core Leader, recognising the strongest AI vision among Core Leaders.   

HiBob. All-in-one HCM for HR, Payroll, and Finance.  

​​Learn all about HiBob’s modern HR platform here

Resources:  

Better Together: Budget-Smart People-Fair How Managers Decide with Data Report 

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For much of the past decade, employee experience has been framed as a competitive advantage - a way to attract talent, boost engagement, and strengthen culture. Yet in today’s environment, shaped by economic pressure, evolving workforce expectations, and the rapid rise of AI, many organisations are re-examining whether their approach is still sustainable - or whether, in trying to improve employee experience, they may have inadvertently diluted it. 

So, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green speaks with Jacob Morgan - author, keynote speaker, and Founder of The Future of Work Leaders - to explore what an employee experience reset looks like in 2026 and beyond.  

Drawing on insights from interviews with 100 CHROs, Jacob shares why this moment may mark a turning point for accountability at work, and what leaders must do to balance empathy with performance without undermining either. 

Tune in to learn more about: 

• Why 2026 may be a turning point for accountability in employee experience 
• Whether wellbeing programmes have diluted performance expectations 
• How leaders can balance empathy and high performance standards without appearing anti-employee 
• What the evolving power dynamic between employers and employees means in practice 
• How AI is redefining how work is measured, managed, and valued 
• Why HR must lead - not just manage - the responsible and ethical adoption of AI 

This episode is sponsored by Hibob. 

HiBob brings HR, Payroll, and Finance together into a single platform that employees actually use. With AI throughout, you move faster, work smarter, and empower your people to power your business.  

Sapient Insights recognises HiBob’s AI vision, citing the Bob AI Companion for making everyday work faster and easier. Fosway Group also names HiBob a 2025 9-Grid™ Core Leader, recognising the strongest AI vision among Core Leaders.   

HiBob. All-in-one HCM for HR, Payroll, and Finance.  

​​​Learn all about HiBob’s modern HR platform here 

Resources:  

The Eight Laws of Employee Experience 

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In many organisations, the connection between people strategy and business outcomes is still taking shape. In private equity, however, that connection is immediate and unmistakable, with leadership quality, organisational design, workforce capability, and culture being central to the value-creation plan, with clear timelines, defined expectations, and measurable results. 

So, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green speaks with Angela Geffre, Head of Human Capital at GrowthCurve Capital, to discuss what this looks like on the ground.  

Together, they explore what it really means to run HR in a private equity environment, and what the broader HR profession can learn from it. So tune in, and learn more about:  

• The key people questions to ask when assessing a new portfolio company
• How HR contributes to value creation during a 3–5 year investment horizon
• What truly drives performance and retention across industries and organisation sizes
• How HR must adapt when moving from large enterprises to fast-moving portfolio businesses
• How AI is reshaping products, operating models, and early-career pathways
• Why HR must lead the responsible and ethical adoption of AI, not just manage its impact 

This episode is sponsored by HiBob. 

HiBob brings HR, Payroll, and Finance together into a single platform that employees actually use. With AI throughout, you move faster, work smarter, and empower your people to power your business.  

Sapient Insights recognises HiBob’s AI vision, citing the Bob AI Companion for making everyday work faster and easier. Fosway Group also names HiBob a 2025 9-Grid™ Core Leader, recognising the strongest AI vision among Core Leaders.   

HiBob. All-in-one HCM for HR, Payroll, and Finance.  

​​​Learn all about HiBob’s modern HR platform here

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Because the challenge isn’t just predicting how many people you’ll need. It’s understanding how work itself is changing, how skills are shifting beneath stable job titles, and how today’s hiring, reskilling, and entry-level decisions are quietly shaping capability and leadership risk years into the future. 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Vincent Barat, Founder and CEO of Albert, to explore whether organisations are thinking about Strategic Workforce Planning at the right level - and what it really means to make workforce planning truly strategic in today’s environment. 

Drawing on Vincent’s experience working at the intersection of business strategy, skills, and workforce dynamics, this conversation explores: 

• Why SWP is shifting from a planning exercise to a capability and risk discipline 
• What truly puts the “strategic” in Strategic Workforce Planning beyond headcount and budgeting 
• Where organisations most often struggle when trying to move from SWP theory to execution 
• How AI is reshaping skills and tasks beneath job titles, and the implications for reskilling and redeployment 
• Why reduced entry-level hiring today could create leadership and succession challenges tomorrow 
• The practical priorities HR and people analytics leaders should focus on right now 

This episode is sponsored by Albert.  

Albert is your strategic workforce planning co-pilot, built for global HR leaders who are done with Excel, chaos, and finance-led headcount cuts.  

Albert helps you decode complex people data, anticipate change, and make confident, cost-saving decisions on skills and hiring without hiring a single analyst.  

Discover how to handle the people side of your long-range plan with zero guesswork at albertapp.com/davidgreen 

Links to resources: 

The SWP Cookbook 

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But many teams still find themselves pulled back into reporting cycles, ad-hoc requests, and an overemphasis on metrics that don’t always lead to better decisions. 

So what shifts when people analytics starts operating more like a product and less like a project function? 

In this episode, David Green is joined by Ashar Khan, Head of People Insights and Solution Design at Autodesk, to explore how the function evolves from delivering data to shaping choices at scale. 

Join this conversation as they discuss: 

• The skills and mindsets modern people analytics teams need beyond technical expertise
• What an effective people analytics operating model looks like in practice 
• The core capabilities required to bridge HR technology and HR strategy 
• Where “metric fixation” leads organisations toward false confidence and poor decisions 
• Why the assumption that AI automatically means “fewer people” misses the bigger picture 
• Practical advice for CHROs building or redesigning a people analytics function today 

This episode is sponsored by Worklytics. 

How productive is your organisation, really? Worklytics makes it clear - with privacy-first insights from everyday work data. See how meeting volume, manager effectiveness, collaboration health, and AI adoption are impacting your team’s focus, efficiency, and outcomes - so you can make smarter decisions, faster. 

No surveys. No assumptions. Just clear insight into work. Right now, Worklytics is offering podcast listeners a free 30-day trial of their productivity analytics dashboard. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/productivity 

Link to resources: 

• The Strategic Workforce Planning Handbook  
• David Edwards’ Dark Artistry Newsletter 

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So how do organisations move from reacting to workforce change, to planning for it in a way that actually shapes business outcomes? 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by David Edwards, strategic workforce planning practitioner, advisor, and author of The Strategic Workforce Planning Handbook, to explore what it really takes to make strategic workforce planning work in practice. 

Join this conversation as they discuss: 

• Why workforce planning can feel “deceptively threatening” inside an organisation  
• What changes when leaders shift from thinking about headcount to thinking about capability, capacity, cost, and risk over time  
• What goes wrong when people analytics and workforce planning operate in parallel 
• Why looking beyond permanent employees reveals hidden workforce risk 
• How AI is forcing organisations to rethink work design, not just skills strategies 
• The stakeholders' strategic workforce planning really needs 

This episode is sponsored by Worklytics. 

How productive is your organisation, really? Worklytics makes it clear - with privacy-first insights from everyday work data. See how meeting volume, manager effectiveness, collaboration health, and AI adoption are impacting your team’s focus, efficiency, and outcomes - so you can make smarter decisions, faster. 

No surveys. No assumptions. Just clear insight into work. Right now, Worklytics is offering podcast listeners a free 30-day trial of their productivity analytics dashboard. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/productivity . 

Link to resources: 

• The Strategic Workforce Planning Handbook  
• David Edwards’ Dark Artistry Newsletter 

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As organisations move into 2026, many leaders are realising that while technology has changed quickly, the fundamentals of how work gets done haven’t kept up. Activity is increasing, output is accelerating in places - yet coordination, focus, and decision-making often feel harder than before. 

So what’s actually going on? 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Philip Arkcoll, Founder and CEO of Worklytics, to unpack this very question.  

Join this dynamic duo, as they discuss: 

• What the data reveals around where organisations were getting stuck in 2025, and how the way we work is changing in 2026 
• What collaboration and activity data reveals that traditional HR metrics often miss 
• Why decision-making, not output, is becoming the primary bottleneck in AI-enabled organisations 
• How increasing spans of control are reshaping the role, and load, of managers 
• The emerging divide between teams and individuals who are benefiting from AI and those who aren’t 
• What HR and people analytics leaders can do to measure, diagnose, and redesign how work actually happens 

This episode is sponsored by Worklytics. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity and AI adoption.  

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work = 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai  

Link to resources: 

• 5 Ways Work Will Change in 2026 

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That’s the question Kristen Kavanaugh, Leadership Strategist, former Head of DEI and Talent Management at Tesla, explores in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast. 

In this episode, host David Green sits down with Kristen to unpack what happens when fear quietly becomes the operating system inside organisations, why authoritarian leadership styles are becoming increasingly normalised, and how HR leaders can reclaim their agency in environments shaped by power, pressure, and public leadership behaviour. 

Tune in and learn: 

• Why fear-based leadership creates short-term gains but long-term damage 
• Why HR leaders often underestimate the agency they actually have 
• How Kristen’s Agency Loop framework helps leaders navigate tension, misalignment, and difficult decisions 
• What courageous leadership looks like as AI reshapes roles, skills, and power at work 
• Why HR has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape a more humane future of work This episode is sponsored by Worklytics. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity and AI adoption.  

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work = 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai  

Link to resources: 

• Courage over Fear: Harness the Power of Agency to Lead in Uncertain Times 

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That’s the question Brian Elliott, one of the most respected voices on the future of work, explores in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast. 

In this episode, host David Green sits down with Brian to unpack why the hybrid and return-to-office debate continues to create tension between leaders and employees, despite years of data and experience, and the striking parallels between how organisations handled hybrid work and how many are now approaching AI adoption. 

Tune in and learn: 

• Why the hybrid and return-to-office debate continues to divide leaders and employees 
• What the evidence says about making hybrid work effective for both people and the business 
• The similarities between hybrid work decisions and today’s AI adoption challenges 
• How AI is changing entry-level roles and long-term talent pipelines 
• The biggest barriers organisations face when trying to change long-established ways of working 
• Why leadership behaviour ultimately determines whether change sticks 

This episode is sponsored by Worklytics. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity and AI adoption.  

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work = 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai  

Link to resources: 

• Five leadership lessons for "tough" CEOs 
• The burnout age 
• The job market and AI 

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AI investment is accelerating at pace, and autonomous and semi-autonomous agents are moving from experimentation to everyday work. And yet, many organisations are still operating with leadership models, workforce structures, and planning assumptions designed for a world where humans were the only actors in the system. 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Sandra Durth, Partner at McKinsey & Company, to explore what happens when work is no longer just human-to-human, but human-to-agent - and what that means for the future of organisations. 

Drawing on McKinsey’s latest research, Sandra shares her perspective on: 

• How AI-human symbiosis is reshaping the very definition of work 
• Why traditional hierarchies and leadership models are starting to break down 
• What “agentic leadership” really looks like in practice  
• The implications for performance, management capability, and strategic workforce planning 
• The biggest opportunities - and the biggest risks - HR leaders need to be paying attention to right now 

Links to research: 

The agentic organization: Contours of the next paradigm for the AI era 

Six shifts to build the agentic organization of the future 

Rethink management and talent for agentic AI 

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While many companies view AI through the lens of automation and efficiency, UPS is taking a radically different approach: treating AI as an enabler of human growth, not a replacement for it. 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Danelle McCusker, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Talent, Learning and Culture at UPS, to explore how the company is redefining what workforce transformation looks like in the age of AI. 

With over half a million employees and a deeply rooted culture of promotion from within, UPS faces a unique challenge: how to prepare its people for a future defined by emerging technologies - while preserving trust, purpose, and opportunity. 

Join them as Danelle and David explore: 

• Why UPS is designing AI implementations to relieve frontline burdens and elevate the value of human work - not eliminate it. 
• How a pilot with Valence’s AI coach Nadia is creating access to consistent, personalised development for employees well beyond the executive tier. 
• The role of psychological safety and experimentation in successful AI adoption 
• How HR and technology teams are partnering to drive cultural and capability transformation 
• What other HR leaders can learn from UPS’s intentional, business-first approach to AI 

Whether you're in the early stages of your AI journey or looking for practical ways to align tech with talent strategy, this conversation offers both inspiration and actionable insights from the front lines of change. 

This episode is sponsored by Valence. 

Imagine if every employee had a world-class coach in their pocket. That’s exactly what Valence has created with Nadia - the AI-powered coach helping Fortune 500 companies scale development, boost performance, and support leaders at every level.  

Learn more at valence.co/insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, host David Green is joined by Parker Mitchell, CEO and Founder of Valence, to explore how AI is transforming the way organisations think about performance.  

Tune is as they explore:  

• Why traditional performance management still feels broken 
• How AI coaching can support real-time performance improvement at scale 
• How trust, context, and timing make the difference in effective AI tools 
• What changes when every employee has access to a personal coach  
• The signals that show AI coaching is driving real performance impact 
• How HR leaders can start small - but smart - when exploring AI coaching 

This episode is sponsored by Valence. 

Imagine if every employee had a world-class coach in their pocket. That’s exactly what Valence has created with Nadia - the AI-powered coach helping Fortune 500 companies scale development, boost performance, and support leaders at every level.  

Learn more at valence.co/insight222 

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Together, they dive into the evolving partnership between the CHRO and CEO - a relationship that has never been more critical as organisations navigate AI, workforce transformation, culture, and business growth. Katarina shares how HR leaders can bring both insight and humanity to the executive table, shape decisions that drive business outcomes, and intentionally design a culture that empowers people to perform.

The conversation covers:

• What a genuinely strategic CHRO-CEO relationship looks like - and how to build it
• How Katarina approached her first 100 days as CHRO at On, and the lessons she’s bringing into the next phase of growth
• Why “putting the H back in HR” is essential in the AI era
• How people analytics teams can evolve into true insight and decision-driving partners
• Why intentional leadership - not just tools or trends - will define the next era of HR

This is a must-listen for HR leaders who want to elevate their strategic influence and lead with courage, clarity, and humanity.

This episode is sponsored by Valence.

Imagine if every employee had a world-class coach in their pocket. That’s exactly what Valence has created with Nadia - the AI-powered coach helping Fortune 500 companies scale development, boost performance, and support leaders at every level. Learn more at valence.co/insight222

Links referenced in the conversation:

Bold: A New Era of Strategic HR

2025 HR Predictions: Looking Into the Crystal Ball

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That’s exactly what our host David Green explores in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, with guest Dr. Colin Fisher - PhD Programme Director at UCL School of Management and author of The Collective Edge. 

With a background in organisational behaviour, Colin brings a fresh lens to one of the most critical - and misunderstood - aspects of modern work: how teams are structured, and how that structure shapes everything from communication to creativity to performance. 

Join them and learn more about: 

• Why the seeds of team success - or failure - are planted before Day One 
• The 60-30-10 rule for high-performing teams (and why most leaders focus on the wrong 10%) 
• How to design work that kills free-riding and boosts engagement 
• Why psychological safety is a non-negotiable - and how to build it fast 
• How AI and team design intersect, and what leaders need to do right now 

This episode is sponsored by Valence. 

Imagine if every employee had a world-class coach in their pocket. That’s exactly what Valence has created with Nadia - the AI-powered coach helping Fortune 500 companies scale development, boost performance, and support leaders at every level. Learn more at valence.co/insight222

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That’s exactly what our host David Green explores in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, with returning guest Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic - Professor of Business Psychology at UCL and Columbia, and author of Don’t Be Yourself: Why Authenticity is Overrated (and What to Do Instead). 

Together, they challenge popular leadership tropes and explore why being real doesn’t always lead to being effective - especially in today’s fast-changing, AI-driven world. So, join them as they explore: 

• Why authenticity is misunderstood, and when it becomes a liability 
• The leadership traits that actually build trust and influence 
• How AI is transforming the employee experience 
• The risks of eliminating early-career jobs in pursuit of productivity 
• What inclusion really requires beyond buzzwords and optics 
• The three ingredients every AI strategy needs to succeed 

This episode is sponsored by Valence. 

Imagine if every employee had a world-class coach in their pocket. That’s exactly what Valence has created with Nadia - the AI-powered coach helping Fortune 500 companies scale development, boost performance, and support leaders at every level. Learn more at valence.co/insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, host David Green sits down with Thomas Otter, General Partner and Venture Capitalist at Acadian Ventures - a firm dedicated to investing in groundbreaking companies that make work better. 

With decades of experience spanning SAP, Gartner, and now venture capital, Thomas brings a rare 360-degree view of the HR tech ecosystem - from building and leading product teams to backing the next generation of innovators. 

Together, David and Thomas explore: 

• Whether HR tech is going through a true transformation or simply evolving 
• Where AI is actually making a difference,  and where the hype is getting ahead of reality 
• Why AI adoption remains slow for many organisations, and what leaders can do about it 
• The traits and technologies that make HR tech startups stand out to investors 
• The trends and breakthroughs shaping the next five years of HR technology and the future of work 

If you’re an HR or people analytics leader, tech founder, or investor looking to cut through the noise and understand where HR tech is really headed, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 

This episode is sponsored by TechWolf. 

TechWolf helps enterprises get fast, accurate, and actionable skills data—without surveys. From identifying the skills your workforce has to mapping what they need, TechWolf’s AI integrates seamlessly with your existing systems to turn messy data into strategic advantage. 

 Learn more at techwolf.com  

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On today’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, Rob Etheridge, Global Head of Workforce Strategy and Insights at HSBC, joins the Digital HR Leaders podcast with host David Green to reveal how the bank is building a forward-looking people analytics function - grounded in skills, AI, and trust. 

Join them, as they explore: 

• The evolution of people analytics at HSBC and across the industry 
• How to design and scale an operating model that delivers business value 
• Why skills are a strategic priority - and how HSBC is addressing them 
• Building governance frameworks for AI in people analytics 
• The leadership behaviours that embed analytics into decision-making 

This episode is sponsored by TechWolf. 

TechWolf helps enterprises get fast, accurate, and actionable skills data—without surveys. From identifying the skills your workforce has to mapping what they need, TechWolf’s AI integrates seamlessly with your existing systems to turn messy data into strategic advantage. 

 Learn more at techwolf.com  

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Bringing fresh insights from the frontlines of AI and workforce strategy, together they explore where leading companies are heading, and what HR needs to do to stay ahead of the curve. From adoption challenges to ethical concerns, in this episode, you can expect to learn more about:  

• How the conversation around AI and skills is shifting—and what’s driving the change 
• Why skills-based workforce planning is becoming a business-critical priority 
• The human side of AI: navigating adoption, mindset shifts, and ethical concerns 
• The data and insights HR needs to lead meaningful transformation 
• How to build a fair, skills-powered future—and avoid a “winner-takes-all” dynamic 

This episode is sponsored by TechWolf. 

TechWolf helps enterprises get fast, accurate, and actionable skills data—without surveys. From identifying the skills your workforce has to mapping what they need, TechWolf’s AI integrates seamlessly with your existing systems to turn messy data into strategic advantage. 

 Learn more at techwolf.com  

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by one of the world’s most respected voices on strategic workforce planning, Ross Sparkman, Global Head of Workforce Planning at Nutrien and author of the recently released second edition of Strategic Workforce Planning. 

With a career leading workforce strategy at companies like Meta, GE, Nike, and Walmart, Ross brings rare insight into how to turn workforce planning into a true lever of transformation. Join their conversation as they explore:  

• Why traditional workforce planning is no longer fit for today’s pace of change 

• How to integrate AI into workforce planning without falling for the hype 

• What it really takes to make workforce planning stick inside large organisations 

• The critical partnership between people analytics and SWP for future-ready strategies 

This episode is sponsored by TechWolf. 

TechWolf helps enterprises get fast, accurate, and actionable skills data—without surveys. From identifying the skills your workforce has to mapping what they need, TechWolf’s AI integrates seamlessly with your existing systems to turn messy data into strategic advantage. 

 Learn more at techwolf.com  

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That’s the powerful idea Jenny Dearborn - Chief People Strategy Officer at BTS and co-author of The Insight-Driven Leader - unpacks with host David Green in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast. 

Drawing on her experience as a senior HR leader in some of the world’s biggest companies, Jenny makes the case for a bold shift: from reactive, rear-view reporting to forward-looking, insight-driven action. 

Join them, as they explore: 

• Why “data-driven” HR often falls short, and what insight-driven really means 

• The risks of relying on outdated metrics that don’t influence business decisions 

• What CEOs should be demanding from HR leaders 

• How top organisations are transforming HR into a strategic, insight-generating function 

• What it looks like when HR operates like a product organisation 

• How CHROs can build trusted partnerships with CFOs and CIOs 

If you’re ready to unlock the true strategic potential of your HR function, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

This episode is sponsored by TechWolf. 

TechWolf helps enterprises get fast, accurate, and actionable skills data—without surveys. From identifying the skills your workforce has, to mapping what they need, TechWolf’s AI integrates seamlessly with your existing systems to turn messy data into strategic advantage. 

 Learn more at techwolf.com  

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That’s what Vincent-Pierre Giroux, Global Learning & Talent Development Director at Alstom, explores in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast. 

Host David Green speaks with Vincent-Pierre about the lessons he’s learned from leading resets across industries, his perspective on why skills volatility is reshaping mobility and retention, and the leadership qualities that matter most in today’s environment of constant change. 

In this episode, you’ll learn: 

• Why reconnecting learning with business outcomes is key to driving real impact 

• How skills volatility is transforming mobility, engagement, and retention 

• What leadership qualities are most critical in a world shaped by disruption 

• How to think about ROI in learning and skills, and measure it meaningfully 

• Practical advice for HR and people analytics leaders to keep their organisations future-ready 

This episode is sponsored by 365Talents. 

365Talents takes a flexible, tailored approach to skills and talent management—because no two businesses are the same. Their adaptive talent intelligence solutions empower HR teams to move faster, build skills-based strategies, and deliver real impact at scale. Want to learn more? Visit www.365talents.com  

And don't forget to explore the latest thinking on skills and job architecture in this in-depth playbook: The Skills and Job Architecture Playbook  

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That’s what Toby Hough, HR Director for Europe at HiBob, unpacks with host David Green in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast - a must-listen for anyone rethinking how to build performance cultures that last. 

Join them, as they explore: 

• Why definitions of high performance need to evolve as businesses grow 

• Why traditional change management is no longer fit for purpose - and what should replace it 

• How to build mental health and employee wellbeing into the foundation of performance 

• What career paths and leadership may look like when people are managing both humans and AI systems 

Whether you’re scaling a business, supporting leaders through change, or preparing for the impact of AI on performance and careers, this episode is worth a listen.  

This episode is sponsored by HiBob. 

HiBob is the all-in-one HCM platform built for HR leaders who need connected data, flexible workflows, and a user experience people actually want to use. 

Learn more by visiting hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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That’s what Olena Bondareva, Global HR Director at airSlate, unpacks in this episode of Digital HR Leaders – a must-listen for anyone rethinking how we define and measure leadership. 

Host David Green speaks with Olena about how she built a people strategy from scratch during a time of extraordinary uncertainty - navigating the pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and rapid global scale. 

Olena shares how she prioritized the right systems, embedded people analytics into decision-making, and uncovered the hidden influencers shaping culture and performance. 

In this episode, you’ll learn: 

• How to identify the informal influencers shaping culture and driving change 

• What truly defines leadership effectiveness in a fast-scaling business 

• Why data literacy and human fluency are the twin skills HR leaders must master 

• How airSlate is using AI to enhance performance, hiring, and employee support 

Whether you’re scaling a people function or rethinking leadership development, this episode will challenge assumptions – and leave you with actionable insights. 

This episode is sponsored by HiBob. 

HiBob is the all-in-one HCM platform built for HR leaders who need connected data, flexible workflows, and a user experience people actually want to use. 

Learn more by visiting hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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As such, I’m delighted that my guest on this week’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast is Dawn Klinghoffer, Global Head of People Analytics at Microsoft. As she explains in our conversation, Dawn and her team conducted the analysis that informed this decision - revealing a causal link between office presence and employee thriving. 

In our conversation, Dawn and I discuss: 

• What the data shows about the ideal balance between office presence and flexibility 

• Why "moments that matter" are key to in-person collaboration and connection 

• How Microsoft's people analytics team is evolving its composition and strategy in the age of AI 

• The impact of deep vs. broad AI adoption on employee thriving 

• How AI is transforming employee listening, from sentiment analysis to real-time feedback loops 

• The creation of Microsoft’s new Analytics Innovation team—and what it signals about the future of HR 

This episode is packed with data-backed insights, practical examples, and a forward-looking perspective on how HR can lead through complexity and change. 

This episode is sponsored by HiBob. 

HiBob is the all-in-one HCM platform built for HR leaders who need connected data, flexible workflows, and a user experience people actually want to use. 

Learn more by visiting hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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So what does HR need to do now - not just to stay relevant, but to lead? 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with three of the profession’s most respected thinkers to discuss this very topic: Dave Ulrich, Co-Founder of the RBL Group; Dick Beatty, Professor at Rutgers and the University of Michigan; and Patrick Wright, Chair in Strategic HR at the University of South Carolina. 

In their conversation, you’ll learn: 

• Why HR is at a historic inflection point, and what makes this moment different 

• How AI is forcing a rethink of jobs, value creation, and organisational design 

• What it really means to move from HR activity to business impact 

• How HR can better serve external stakeholders like customers, investors, and communities 

• Why CHROs must lead from the outside in - or risk being left behind 

• How a new leadership development initiative, the Global HR Leadership Experience, is preparing future-ready HR leaders 

If you’re rethinking the role of HR in your organisation, navigating transformation, or preparing your team for what’s next, this is a must-listen conversation packed with wisdom, challenge, and practical insight. 

This episode is sponsored by HiBob. 

HiBob is the all-in-one HCM platform built for HR leaders who need connected data, flexible workflows, and a user experience people actually want to use. 

Learn more by visiting hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with the person leading this transformation, Kerry Dryburgh, Executive Vice President for People, Culture and Communications at bp. 

In their conversation, you’ll learn: 

• How bp is using AI and automation to simplify work and unlock capacity 

• Why performance culture is being redefined to balance accountability and development 

• What skills and mindsets are essential for the future of work 

• How to keep people engaged and supported through uncertainty and change 

• And why HR has a critical role to play in shaping transformation 

If you’re leading transformation, scaling HR innovation, or simply curious about what the future of HR looks like at enterprise scale, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 

This episode is sponsored by HiBob. 

HiBob is the all-in-one HCM platform built for HR leaders who need connected data, flexible workflows, and a user experience people actually want to use. 

Learn more by visiting hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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In this special bonus episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by David Barrett (CEO) and Katarina Coppé (Chief Commercial Officer) from Welliba for a conversation about changing the way we listen to and understand employees. 

Join them to learn more about:  

• Why traditional surveys are no longer enough to understand your workforce 

• How passive listening and AI can surface richer, faster, and more actionable insights 

• Practical ways to connect employee data to business outcomes at scale 

• Strategies to navigate data privacy and regulatory challenges without slowing innovation 

• Real-world examples from industries including retail, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing 

If you want to understand your employees more deeply, act faster on insights and deliver measurable impact, this episode, sponsored by Welliba, is your playbook for the future of HR. 

Welliba, winner of the 2024 HR Unleash Global Startup Award, is redefining people, culture and organisational insights.  

Using the latest AI technologies combined with behavioural science, their EXcelerate solution, instantly analyses all available public data, delivering deep insights into people and organisations - without the need for surveys. Discover how you can elevate your talent strategy, transform your workforce, and stay ahead of your competitors.  

Learn more at offer.welliba.com/insight222  

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Brydie Lear, VP of People Analytics & Insights at Expedia Group, to explore how her team is harnessing people data at scale to understand performance, influence, and organisational effectiveness in real time. 

Tune in as they discuss: 

• The key differences in how industries approach people analytics 
• Why influence, not just insight, is the real game-changer in people analytics 
• How Expedia uses digital signals and ONA to track how work flows 
• The art of prioritising what really matters in a sea of data 

This episode, sponsored by Worklytics,  is packed with lessons for anyone building, leading, or rethinking people analytics in a digital-first world. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity, and AI adoption. 

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. 

And here’s something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don’t wait - spots are limited. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green explores this very question with Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Professor of Economics and Director of the Wellbeing Research Centre at University of Oxford, co-editor of the World Happiness Report, and co-author of Why Workplace Wellbeing Matters. 

Tune in as Jan shares eye-opening insights from a massive global dataset of over 25 million workers, revealing why employee wellbeing is a business-critical priority. 

You’ll hear: 

• The real drivers of happiness at work (and why most companies get it wrong) 

• How employee wellbeing directly impacts performance, retention and recruitment 

• The role of AI in shaping the future of meaningful, human-centered work 

This is a must-listen for HR and business leaders ready to shift from wellbeing-as-an-initiative to wellbeing-as-a-strategy. 

This episode is sponsored by Mercer. 

To thrive in an AI-augmented world, organisations must rethink how work gets done. Mercer’s Work Design solution uses AI to deconstruct jobs, redeploy tasks, and redesign work for greater agility, productivity, and impact. 

Unlock your team’s full potential. Learn more at mercer.com/wfdemo 

Links to resources:  

World Happiness Report 

Why Workplace Wellbeing Matters 

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Picking up from last week’s strategic deep-dive with Ravin Jesuthasan and Brian Fisher at Mercer, this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast takes a practical turn, exploring what it really looks like to bring a skills-powered strategy to life inside a global organisation. 

Joining host David Green is Amy Baxendale, Global Future of Workforce Director at Arcadis, who has spent the past three years leading a bold transformation to embed skills-based thinking across the company. 

From reimagining workforce planning to enabling talent mobility and cultural change, Amy shares a rare, unfiltered view into the challenges and breakthroughs that define real progress. 

What you’ll learn in this episode: 

• What triggered Arcadis' shift to a skills-first model, and how they got started 

• How to navigate early implementation hurdles and complex change dynamics 

• Approaches to gaining executive buy-in and aligning with business strategy 

• Why governance and structure are key to sustainable transformation 

• Ways to track progress - beyond ROI - to include engagement and agility 

• Unexpected lessons and eye-opening moments from the journey 

• What the future holds as skill demands continue to evolve rapidly 

Whether you’re planning, piloting, or scaling a skills-based approach, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and grounded advice from someone who’s done the work. 

This episode is sponsored by Mercer. 

To thrive in an AI-augmented world, organisations must rethink how work gets done. Mercer’s Work Design solution uses AI to deconstruct jobs, redeploy tasks, and redesign work for greater agility, productivity, and impact. 

Unlock your team’s full potential. Learn more at mercer.com/wfdemo 

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As AI accelerates and traditional job structures show their age, more companies are asking a fundamental question: Are we organising work the right way? Which is why, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David and his guests explore why skills-based workforce planning has surged to the top of the HR agenda - and what leading companies are doing to turn intent into action. 

Joining David are Ravin Jesuthasan, Senior Partner and Global Leader for Transformation Services at Mercer, and co-author of The Skills-Powered Organization, and Brian Fisher, Global Solutions Lead for Skills, Jobs and Careers at Mercer, and co-author of Mercer’s Skills Snapshot Survey. 

What you’ll learn in this episode: 

• Why jobs are no longer the ideal unit for workforce planning, and why skills are taking centre stage 

• How to align mindset, skillset and toolset to drive lasting transformation 

• The role of pilots and internal marketplaces in delivering measurable business impact 

• What AI is changing about the definition, demand and shelf life of skills 

• The three core capabilities every organisation must build to sustain a skills-powered strategy 

• How leading companies are connecting skills to ROI, workforce agility, and employee growth 

This episode is sponsored by Mercer. 

To thrive in an AI-augmented world, organisations must rethink how work gets done. Mercer’s Work Design solution uses AI to deconstruct jobs, redeploy tasks, and redesign work for greater agility, productivity, and impact. 

Unlock your team’s full potential. Learn more at mercer.com/wfdemo 

Links to resources discussed in the episode: 

• Work Without Jobs 
• The Skills-Powered Organisation 
• The Global Skills Technology and Adoption Survey Report   
• The 2024/2025 Skills Snapshot Survey report   

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In this thought-provoking episode, futurist and innovation expert Peter Hinssen returns to the Digital HR Leaders podcast to join host David Green in an exploration of why uncertainty is no longer the exception but the new normal, and how HR can lead the way in turning disruption into momentum. 

Based on insights from his new book The Uncertainty Principle, Peter challenges traditional thinking and shares a bold vision for how organisations - and their people leaders - can thrive in the “never-normal.” 

What you’ll learn in this episode: 

• Why uncertainty is the new strategic advantage, and how to “weaponise” it 

• The biggest myth HR believes about change, and why it’s holding us back 

• AI’s promise vs. reality and why early adoption often falls short 

• How to unlock HR’s most underutilised asset: unstructured data 

• Real-world phoenixes  - organisations rising stronger through disruption 

• The new HR mindset and how it’s redefining talent, leadership, and foresight 

Link to purchase Peter's book on The Uncertainty Principle 

This episode is sponsored by Mercer. 

To thrive in an AI-augmented world, organisations must rethink how work gets done. Mercer’s Work Design solution uses AI to deconstruct jobs, redeploy tasks, and redesign work for greater agility, productivity, and impact. 

Unlock your team’s full potential. Learn more at mercer.com/wfdemo. 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Anshul Sheopuri, Executive Vice President of People Operations & Insights at Mastercard, to explore how people analytics is transforming from a support function into a business-critical capability. 

More than three years since his last appearance on the show, Anshul returns with a new role, a broader remit, and fresh insights into what it takes to embed analytics into enterprise-wide decision-making at scale. 

What you’ll discover in this episode: 

• How the role of the people analytics leader is evolving into a portfolio leadership model 

• The key catalysts behind the shift from traditional HR metrics to integrated, business-first insights 

• How Mastercard is leveraging AI to drive employee success and business transformation 

• A comparative look at building analytics and AI capabilities at IBM vs. Mastercard 

• The importance of governance, ethics, and responsible AI in people analytics 

• Practical steps to scale analytics and embed it into enterprise decision-making 

• The future of people analytics—and what leaders need to prepare for next 

If you’re looking to understand how people analytics can become a true strategic partner across your organisation, this conversation offers a practical and inspiring roadmap. 

This episode is sponsored by Mercer. 

To thrive in an AI-augmented world, organisations must rethink how work gets done. Mercer’s Work Design solution uses AI to deconstruct jobs, redeploy tasks, and redesign work for greater agility, productivity, and impact. 

Unlock your team’s full potential. Learn more at mercer.com/wfdemo. 

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That is exactly what host David Green and his guests explore in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast. 

Joining David are Patricia Frost, Chief People and Places Officer at Seagate Technology, and Ruslan Tovbulatov, Chief Marketing Officer at Gloat, the platform partner behind Seagate’s internal talent marketplace, TalentLink. And together, they share how Seagate reimagined its approach to workforce planning by pausing external hiring and focusing on the talent already in-house. 

In this conversation, expect to hear how Seagate: 

• Shifted from external recruitment to unlocking internal potential 

• Created transparency and trust to support employee-driven growth 

• Integrated AI to enhance - not replace - the human workforce 

• Rebranded their platform to reflect a purpose-led, people-first strategy 

• Helped employees navigate the emotional side of change and adoption 

This episode, sponsored by Gloat, is a practical, inspiring look at how to future-proof your workforce by starting with the people who are already part of it. 

Gloat is the world’s first work and workforce operating system for the AI era, helping leading companies like Seagate turn AI potential into real productivity by empowering people to work smarter, faster, and with purpose. 

Visit gloat.com to learn more. 

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Maybe it was your background, your beliefs, or even just your personality. That quiet act of self-editing - called covering - is more common than many realise, and it comes at a high cost to individuals and organisations alike. 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Rami Tzafrir, Senior Director of Talent, Organisation and Learning at HiBob, to unpack powerful new research on covering in the workplace. Together, they explore why this behaviour is not just a personal issue but a signal of deeper organisational challenges—and what HR can do about it. 

Key topics explored in the conversation include: 

• What covering really means, and why so many employees do it 

• Headline findings from HiBob’s global research on identity in the workplace 

• Which groups are most likely to cover, and why 

• How covering impacts performance, engagement, and career progression 

• The link between covering and psychological safety 

• What HR can do to create cultures of transparency and trust 

• The complex role AI may play in either reinforcing or reducing covering 

This is a conversation that challenges traditional ideas of inclusion and calls for a more human approach to organisational culture.  

Want to build a culture where people feel free to be themselves?   

Download HiBob’s new report, “Hidden at work: The human cost of covering in today's workplaces”, at www.hibob.com/covering. 

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With new HR technologies arriving faster than ever, many organisations are quick to jump on the next big thing. But in the rush to modernise, are we losing sight of the real business problems we’re meant to be solving? 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Matthew Brown, Director of Research, HCM at ISG, whose diverse career spans practitioner, former Chief People Officer, and now respected industry analyst. And together they tackle a fundamental question: Are we truly leveraging HR technology to create business value, or are we just keeping up with trends? 

Tune in and join them as they explore:  

• Why the disconnect between HR and tech adoption persists, and how to bridge it 

• The risks of adopting AI without clear business purpose 

• Why data quality remains an overlooked but critical obstacle 

• What HR tech vendors should be doing to ethically upskill their customers 

• When reimplementation of existing systems may be a smarter choice than replacement 

• How to distinguish genuine tech partners from transactional vendors 

If you’re questioning whether your HR tech strategy is driving real results or just driving activity, this conversation, sponsored by HiBob, offers timely insight, practical guidance, and fresh perspective from both sides of the industry. 

HiBob is a fast-growing new leader in the HCM market. In fact, according to HR tech guru Josh Bersin, HiBob is one of the few SaaS companies that have successfully cracked the code on user experience.   

Josh Bersin says that Bob is not only feature-rich but genuinely enjoyable to use.   

Read his review of Bob--as an HR tech analyst and user--at www.hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green speaks with Janine Vos, Chief Human Resources Officer and Managing Board Member at Rabobank to explore how she has led her team through a significant transformation - shaping an HR function that not only keeps pace with business change, but helps lead it. 

From embedding agility into the day-to-day to using data as a lever for influence, Janine shares the strategies that have helped her team earn credibility and drive impact. 

Join them, as they discuss: 

• What being agile actually looks like in practice, and how Rabobank brought it to life 

• How to shift behaviours and mindsets to support new ways of working 

• Why data is only powerful when it’s paired with trust and strong relationships 

• How Janine helps her team move beyond the numbers to tell meaningful stories 

• The value of having people analytics report directly to the CHRO - and what others may be missing 

• What HR leaders need to prioritise today to stay relevant tomorrow 

Whether you're leading transformation or seeking to add more strategic business value, this episode sponsored by HiBob, offers practical insights and forward-thinking strategies to help you navigate what's next. 

HiBob is a fast-growing new leader in the HCM market. In fact, according to HR tech guru Josh Bersin, HiBob is one of the few SaaS companies that have successfully cracked the code on user experience.   

Josh Bersin says that Bob is not only feature-rich but genuinely enjoyable to use.   

Read his review of Bob--as an HR tech analyst and user--at www.hibob.com/davidgreen2025.  

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With AI redefining how work gets done, the pressure is mounting to move beyond legacy structures and rethink HR from the ground up. The traditional three-pillar model is being pushed to its limits, and a new, work-centric, product-driven approach is emerging. 

To discuss this in more detail, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Volker Jacobs, CEO and Founder of TI People, an organisation at the forefront of helping enterprises transform to innovate people’s work. 

Drawing from TI People’s latest groundbreaking research, Volker unpacks how AI is reshaping HR roles, structures, and mindsets - and why it's time to move beyond services toward building HR "products" that solve real work problems. 

Join them, as they uncover: 

• Why the classic three-pillar HR model is under pressure - and what might replace it 

• The three ways AI is transforming HR: efficiency, innovation, and personalisation 

• Which HR roles are being disrupted most, and what that means for team design 

• What a product-oriented approach to HR looks like in practice 

• The mindset and cultural shifts needed to make this transition stick 

• Where HR leaders can start today, without overhauling everything at once 

Whether you're leading transformation or just beginning to explore what AI means for your HR model, this episode sponsored by HiBob offers practical insights and forward-thinking strategies to help you navigate what's next. 

Click here to access the full report.  

HiBob is a fast-growing new leader in the HCM market. In fact, according to HR tech guru Josh Bersin, HiBob is one of the few SaaS companies that have successfully cracked the code on user experience.  

Josh Bersin says that Bob is not only feature-rich but genuinely enjoyable to use.  

Read his review of Bob--as an HR tech analyst and user--at www.hibob.com/davidgreen2025. 

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As complexity increases and resources tighten, the role of HR is under more pressure than ever. But within this challenge lies a powerful opportunity - for HR to become a driving force in delivering value to all stakeholders: employees, customers and investors.  

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined once again by Dave Ulrich, Co-Founder of The RBL Group and widely recognised as the father of modern HR. Building on the success of his earlier episode with Stacia Garr, Dave returns for a reflective and practical conversation on how HR can step up to shape business strategy and deliver stakeholder value. 

Join them as they dive deep into:  

• Why the HR role is becoming more complex 

• What stops HR from taking the lead, and how to overcome those barriers 

• What strategic HR looks like when it’s aligned to stakeholder value 

• The outcome-focused metrics that matter most to the business 

• How AI can support - or distract from - HR’s true purpose 

• The critical skills and mindsets HR leaders need for the future 

• Where work and employee experience might be headed next 

If you're an HR leader looking to have more influence and impact, this episode, sponsored by HiBob, is definitely a conversation you’ll want to revisit and take notes on. 

HiBob is a fast-growing new leader in the HCM market. In fact, according to HR tech guru Josh Bersin, HiBob is one of the few SaaS companies that have successfully cracked the code on user experience.  

Josh Bersin says that Bob is not only feature-rich but genuinely enjoyable to use.  

Read his review of Bob--as an HR tech analyst and user--at www.hibob.com/davidgreen2025. 

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As organisations face growing complexity - from AI disruption to shifting stakeholder expectations - the role of HR is changing fast. Today’s Chief People Officers are expected to do more than care for culture - they’re expected to influence strategy, shape business outcomes, and back it all up with data. 

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Dean Carter, former Chief People Officer at Patagonia, Sears, Fossil, and Guild, and now Founder and Chief Experience Officer at Modern Executive Solutions.  

Dean has spent his career pushing HR beyond tradition, embedding people analytics at the core of strategy and helping organisations hire the next generation of transformative HR leaders. 

Tune in, as they explore: 

• The story behind Dean’s analytics awakening, and how it reshaped his approach to HR 

• Why so many HR teams get stuck in “dashboard delivery”, and how to move toward insight and impact 

• How renaming his team to “Insights and Outcomes” changed executive expectations 

• The measurable business and human value of Patagonia’s four-day workweek 

• Why HR must reclaim workforce planning, and treat it as a strategic lever, not a finance function 

• Today’s Heads of People Analytics skillsets need to step into CPO roles 

• What separates data-driven HR teams that lead from those that react 

This episode, sponsored by Worklytics, brings clarity and urgency to a conversation every people leader needs to hear. It is more than a call for better reporting - it’s a roadmap for turning HR into a strategic powerhouse. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity and AI adoption. 

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. 

And here’s something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don’t wait - spots are limited. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai 

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So, in this special bonus episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green welcomes Kevin Heinzelman, SVP of Product at Workhuman to discuss this very critical topic.  

David and Kevin share a core belief: that technology should support people, not replace them, and in this conversation, they explore what that means in practice. Tune in as they discuss:  

• Why now is a critical moment for HR to lead with a human-first mindset 
• How HR can retain control and oversight over AI-driven processes 
• The unique value of human intelligence, and how it complements AI 
• How recognition can support skills-based transformation and company culture during times of radical transformation 
• What ethical, responsible AI looks like in day-to-day HR practice 
• How to avoid common pitfalls like bias and data misuse 
• Practical ways to integrate AI without losing sight of culture and care 

Whether you're early in your AI journey or looking to scale responsibly, this episode, sponsored by Workhuman, offers clear, grounded insight to help HR lead the way - with purpose and with people in mind. 

Workhuman is on a mission to help organisations build more human-centred workplaces through the power of recognition, connection, and Human Intelligence. 

By combining AI with the rich data from their #1 rated employee recognition platform, Workhuman delivers the insights HR leaders need to drive engagement, culture, and meaningful change at scale. 

To learn more, visit Workhuman.com and discover how Human Intelligence can help your organisation lead with purpose. 

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And one company that is doing this exceptionally well is S&P.  

So, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Vice-President and Global Head of Organisational Analytics and People Insights at S&P Global, Alan Susi, to explore exactly what it takes to transform workforce planning into a true strategic capability. 

Join them as they discuss:  

• How S&P Global is embedding workforce planning into core business decision-making 
• Why Finance is such a key partner in making planning successful 
• Balancing short-term execution with long-term workforce health 
• The role of AI and tech in shaping the future of planning 
• What leading companies are doing differently, and what others can learn 

If you’re looking to make workforce planning a more strategic and impactful part of your organisation, this episode, sponsored by Worklytics, is packed with ideas, lessons, and real-world insights from someone leading the way. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity, and AI adoption. 

By analyzing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. 

And here’s something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don’t wait - spots are limited. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Erik Schultink, CTO and Co-Founder of Worklytics, to explore how organisations can move beyond the hype and start measuring the real impact of AI in the workplace. 

Join them as they uncover: 

• Why most companies aren't seeing the tangible value of their AI investment 
• What leading organisations are doing differently to embed AI into the flow of work 
• How people analytics teams can track meaningful signals of successful AI adoption 
• The unintended consequences of AI on workload, productivity, and burnout 
• The role of ONA (Organisational Network Analysis) in improving AI integration 
• Who should own AI adoption 
• Practical steps for HR leaders looking to shape a responsible, people-first AI strategy 

Whether you're just starting your AI journey or seeking to realign your current approach, this episode, sponsored by Worklytics, delivers critical insights to help you lead with clarity, intention, and impact. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity, and AI adoption. 

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. 

And here’s something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don’t wait - spots are limited. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai 

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When hiring spans hundreds of thousands of roles - from warehouses to tech hubs - the answer isn’t just more recruiters. It’s smarter systems, better data, and deep analytics. 

In this episode, David Green is joined by Ashish Parulekar, Director of Data Science and Global Head of Talent Acquisition Analytics at Amazon, to explore how one of the most complex hiring engines in the world runs on data-led decisions. 

Join them as they uncover:  

• How Amazon balances cost, speed, quality, and fairness in hiring 
• The tools and tech optimising high-volume and corporate recruitment 
• The various ways to assess top talent without bias 
• The evolving role of people analytics in unlocking productivity 
• What skills matter most in this growing field of people analytics  
• And how to avoid the trap of “data theatre” in early-stage analytics functions 

Whether you're scaling a global team or building a people analytics capability from the ground up, this episode, sponsored by Worklytics, is packed with practical insight and strategic takeaways. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity, and AI adoption. 

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. 

And here’s something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don’t wait - spots are limited. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Annie Dean, Vice President of Workplace and Future of Work Transformation at Atlassian, to explore how one of the world’s leading tech firms is boldly reimagining work for the long term. 

Sharing insights from Atlassian’s five-year journey as a fully distributed company, Annie unpacks how her team is using behavioural science, asynchronous collaboration, and AI to design a more human-centric and productive way of working. 

Join them as they discuss:  

• The biggest lessons Atlassian has learned from five years of distributed work 
• Why they built an internal behavioural science function, and how it drives their work design 
• How asynchronous collaboration is redefining productivity and employee well-being 
• How AI power users are saving up to 7 hours a week - and how Atlassian is enabling that shift 
• Proven strategies to integrate AI into distributed team workflows 
• Guidance for HR and people analytics leaders defending flexibility with data 
• A sneak peek into upcoming research from Atlassian’s Teamwork Lab 

Whether you’re refining your flexible work strategy or looking to future-proof your organisation’s operating model, this episode, sponsored by Worklytics, is packed with practical ideas and forward-thinking insights. 

Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity, and AI adoption. 

By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. 

And here’s something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don’t wait - spots are limited. 

Learn more at worklytics.co/ai 

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In a world that feels increasingly brittle, anxious, nonlinear and incomprehensible (BANI), how can HR leaders design talent strategies that keep pace with constant disruption? 

Three years since his last appearance, Loïc Michel, Co-Founder and CEO of 365Talents, returns to the Digital HR Leaders podcast to sit down with David Green and discuss how HR can shift from reactive to truly adaptive strategies in the face of ongoing global uncertainty. 

Explore how HR can build resilience and relevance by focusing on skills, agility and AI-powered innovation. In this episode, expect to learn more about:  

• What a BANI world means for workforce planning and HR strategy 
• The concept of adaptive talent intelligence and its real-world applications 
• Examples of organisations leading the way with agile talent practices 
• Why HR struggles to move fast, and what’s standing in the way 
• Practical steps to implement skills-based transformation without long delays 
• The role of agentic AI and how 365Talents is using it to drive change 
• How people analytics and strategic workforce planning fit into this transformation 
• An “uncomfortable truth” about AI and the future of skills in HR 

If you’re looking to simplify transformation, stay ahead of disruption, and future-proof your workforce strategy in a world that won't wait, this episode – sponsored by 365Talents – is for you.  

365Talents takes a flexible, tailored approach to skills and talent management—because no two businesses are the same. Their adaptive talent intelligence solutions empower HR teams to move faster, build skills-based strategies, and deliver real impact at scale. 

Want to learn more? Visit www.365talents.com 

And don't forget to explore the latest thinking on skills and job architecture in this in-depth playbook: The Skills and Job Architecture Playbook 

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Is digital coaching as effective as traditional methods? How can organisations balance human and AI-driven coaching? What challenges should HR leaders anticipate when implementing these tools? 

To uncover these very important questions, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Anna Tavis, researcher, global educator, coach, and Chair of the Human Capital Management Department at New York University.  

Together, David and Anna discuss: 

• How AI-driven coaching is being used in organisations today 
• Who benefits most from digital coaching—and who might not 
• Key considerations for HR leaders implementing AI coaching tools 
• Common challenges in adoption and how to navigate them 
• The impact of AI coaching on employee feedback and workforce insights 
• The future of learning, development and coaching in the next decade 

With AI reshaping the workplace, understanding how to integrate digital coaching effectively is more important than ever. 

So grab a pen and paper and tune in to this must-listen episode 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. 

In fact, with Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90% and have increased revenue by over 400%.  Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com  

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Lucy Adams, CEO of Disruptive HR and former CHRO at the BBC and Eversheds. With years of experience modernising HR practices, Lucy has helped thousands of HR professionals move beyond outdated, process-heavy models to adopt agile, people-focused strategies that align with today’s fast-evolving business landscape. 

Together, they explore: 

• The biggest challenges HR teams face in driving transformation 
• Practical strategies for breaking large-scale change into manageable steps 
• How to address the emotional and behavioural hurdles of transformation 
• Tailoring change approaches to different groups (early adopters vs. resistors) 
• How HR can equip business leaders to be effective change champions 
• The key skills HR professionals need to thrive in an era of rapid transformation 

If your organisation is in the midst of change—or preparing for it—this conversation is packed with insights you can start implementing today. 

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  

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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  

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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  

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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 

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In this special bonus episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Jonathan Ferrar, CEO of Insight222, and Naomi Verghese, Research Director at Insight222, to uncover what truly differentiates leading companies in people analytics. 

Drawing from Insight222’s latest research, they explore: 

• The biggest shifts in people analytics over the past five years 
• How leading companies maximise AI and data democratisation for business impact 
• The key skills and resources HR and people analytics professionals need to develop 
• The critical role of a data-driven HR culture—and how to build one 
• A sneak peek into Jonathan and Naomi’s upcoming book on the ROI of people analytics 

Packed with insights, research and real-world examples, this episode is a must-listen for HR leaders, people analytics leaders and anyone looking to transform their organisation with data. 

Listen now and take your people analytics strategy to the next level. For more of us at Insight222, check out our website, here.  

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Dr. Tobias Bartholomé, Project Lead for Strategic Workforce Planning at Lufthansa Group, to explore why—after nearly a decade—Lufthansa has taken a bold step back to reimagine how it plans for the future of work. 

Join them as they uncover:  

• The reasons driving a complete reinvention of workforce planning at Lufthansa Group 
• How to align future-facing strategies with immediate operational needs 
• Practical tactics for leveraging external labour market data to stay ahead of the competition 
• The art of converting workforce insights into actionable, lasting change 
• Strategies for maintaining momentum through leadership transitions 
• Collaborative approaches within the travel and mobility ecosystem to tackle shared talent challenges 

Tune in to this episode, sponsored by TalentNeuron, and discover how one of the world’s leading airlines is preparing its workforce for tomorrow’s challenges—today. 

TalentNeuron is the future of workforce transformation. From strategic workforce planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron combines external talent intelligence and internal data into one seamless platform. Why not join global enterprises already leveraging actionable insights to boost organisational performance and readiness and visit talentneuron.com today. 

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To discuss this topic, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Henrik Hakansson, Head of People Analytics at Volvo Cars. With a track record of building and scaling people analytics teams at Sony, Delivery Hero, and now Volvo, Henrik shares practical insights from his journey—what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Join them as they explore: 

• How to establish and grow a people analytics team from scratch 
• Key differences in building people analytics functions across diverse industries 
• The skills, capabilities, and partnerships needed to drive real business transformation 
• Securing stakeholder buy-in for advanced analytics 
• The role of people analytics in strategic workforce planning 

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your people analytics function to the next level, this episode, sponsored by TalentNeuron, is packed with actionable insights. 

Hit play to learn how to scale people analytics and unlock its full potential for your organisation. 

About TalentNeuron: 

TalentNeuron is shaping the future of workforce transformation. From Strategic Workforce Planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron seamlessly combines external talent intelligence with internal data into one powerful platform. Join leading global enterprises already using actionable insights to boost organisational readiness and performance. Visit talentneuron.com today. 

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Drawing on years of experience and TalentNeuron’s extensive research, David shares actionable insights and forward-thinking strategies to help organisations transform their workforce planning efforts. So, hit play to learn more about: 

• Why the question of ownership is central to the success of SWP—and who should take the lead 
• How to align internal and external data for smarter, more impactful decision-making 
• Why getting the right data architecture in place is just the first step—and what comes next 
• The tools, strategies and skills organisations need to move beyond traditional methods and drive real workforce transformation 

Whether you’re leading SWP efforts, navigating workforce transformation, or just trying to keep up with the rapid pace of change, this episode, sponsored by Talent Neuron, is an absolute must-listen.  

About TalentNeuron: 

TalentNeuron is shaping the future of workforce transformation. From Strategic Workforce Planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron seamlessly combines external talent intelligence with internal data into one powerful platform. Join leading global enterprises already using actionable insights to boost organisational readiness and performance. Visit talentneuron.com today. 

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Drawing on his extensive experience, Prasad shares actionable frameworks and strategies to help HR leaders turn insights into outcomes, tackle adoption challenges and embrace AI’s game-changing opportunities. 

Join the conversation as they explore: 

• The key ingredients that helped Google’s people analytics team achieve unparalleled impact, including unique organisational structures and actionable insights 
• The 4E Model—Effectiveness, Efficiency, Experience, and Equity—and its practical application in people analytics 
• The ‘Arc of Value Creation’ framework and how it bridges insight, action, and outcomes 
• Strategies to close the adoption gap and embed people analytics into decision-making 
• How AI and GenAI are reshaping people analytics and HR strategies 
• The skills modern people analytics teams need to thrive in today’s AI-driven world 

Whether you’re looking to optimise your people analytics function or curious about the transformative power of AI in HR, this episode, sponsored by TalentNeuron, is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking perspectives. 

TalentNeuron is the future of workforce transformation. From strategic workforce planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron combines external talent intelligence and internal data into one seamless platform. 

Why not join global enterprises already leveraging actionable insights to boost organisational performance and readiness and visit talentneuron.com today. 

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Drawing on David’s annual “12 Opportunities for HR in 2025” published on LinkedIn, this episode dives deeper into the critical pivots Chief People Officers need to make to amplify HR’s impact and deliver greater value to both the organisation and its workforce. From navigating uncertain geopolitics and economic shifts to unlocking the transformative potential of AI, David, Stacia and Dave share candid insights on the most pressing issues facing HR in 2025. 

Listen as they explore: 

• The key drivers and challenges shaping HR’s agenda in 2025 
• How to proactively craft growth strategies amidst ongoing uncertainty 
• Practical steps for creating stakeholder value through human capability 
• Evolving DEI efforts to remain impactful, even as organisational priorities shift 
• The game-changing power of agentic AI for HR, from enhancing business value to reimagining how HR works 
• Rethinking organisational design and talent strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly transforming world of work 

If you’re eager to learn how forward-thinking HR leaders are preparing for success in 2025—and want to hear proven tips for igniting meaningful change—this episode, sponsored by TalentNeuron, is one you won’t want to miss. 

From strategic workforce planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron combines external talent intelligence and internal data into one seamless platform.  

Want to learn more? Visit talentneuron.com today. 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David Green sits down with Christophe Cabrera, Director and Head of IT Talent and Company Reputation at UCB, to share an honest look at the early days of their transformation. 

Unlike the polished success stories we often hear, this conversation is all about the reality of starting out: what works, what doesn’t, and how to build momentum.  

Here’s what you can expect: 

• The biggest challenges in getting started, from outdated approaches to experimenting with AI 
• How UCB used proof-of-concept to build confidence in AI-powered solutions 
• Managing the complexities of a workforce spread across production, clinical and office roles 
• Keeping their skills framework agile as new competencies emerge 
• Defining what success looks like, with internal mobility and personalised learning leading the way 

This conversation, sponsored by TechWolf, is an honest and practical look at what it takes to get started with skills-based management. TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation. 

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.  

Links to Resources: 

• Christophe Cabrera: LinkedIn 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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To answer this question, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Melissa Daimler, Chief Learning Officer at Udemy and author of ReCulturing: Design Your Company Culture to Connect with Strategy and Purpose for Lasting Success. With years of hands-on experience at Adobe, Twitter, WeWork, and now Udemy, Melissa brings a wealth of practical insights on how to build cultures that stand the test of change. Here’s what you can expect from this conversation: 

• How trends like skills-based strategies, AI and flexible working are reshaping workplace culture 
• What a healthy culture really looks like—and how to build it intentionally 
• How Udemy is aligning its culture with skills-focused goals and preparing for AI’s growing impact 
• Tips for staying clear and aligned as priorities shift rapidly 
• Common missteps organisations make when trying to design culture—and how to avoid them 

This episode, sponsored by TechWolf, is packed with real-world advice and insights that HR and learning leaders can start applying right away. TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation. 

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.  

Links to Resources: 

• Melissa Daimler: LinkedIn 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 
• TechWolf: TechWolf  

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Joined by Mikaël Wornoo, co-founder of TechWolf, host David Green explores how organisations can move beyond surface-level skills discussions to drive real business impact. Sharing lessons learned from working with global organisations, this episode covers: 

• How organisations are innovatively applying skills data to solve business challenges 
• Contrasts between US and European approaches to skills that could shape your global workforce strategy 
• The hidden challenges that derail skills projects and what companies often miss when trying to “get started” 
• The roles required to build a truly effective skills team 
• Why AI isn’t just the future of skills intelligence but the catalyst for shifting how organisations define and measure talent 

This episode, sponsored by TechWolf, isn’t about skills for the sake of skills—it’s about reframing workforce intelligence as a strategic lever for measurable business outcomes. TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation. 

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.  

Links to Resources: 

• TechWolf: TechWolf 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Keith Sonderling, former Commissioner of the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), to tackle these critical questions.  

With a front-row seat to the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of AI and employment law, together, David and Keith explore: 

• The promises of AI in HR—and the hidden risks leaders need to watch for 
• How the global regulatory landscape is shaping the use of AI in the workplace 
• Who’s accountable when AI gets it wrong—and how liability is determined 
• What HR tech vendors and HR leaders must do now to stay ahead of evolving regulations 
• Real-world advice for embracing innovation without compromising on ethics or compliance 

Whether you’re an HR leader navigating the rise of AI, a tech innovator shaping the future of work, or someone passionate about building a fairer workplace, this episode, sponsored by TechWolf is a must-listen. 

TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation. 

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.  

Links to Resources: 

• Keith Sonderling: Keith Sonderling  
• TechWolf: TechWolf 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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At EPAM Systems, building a future-ready, skills-based workforce has been a foundational strategy, positioning the company as one of the most mature examples in the field. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Sandra Loughlin, Chief Learning Scientist at EPAM Systems, to discuss the lessons EPAM has learned over its decades-long journey and how organisations can apply these insights to their own skills transformations. Together, they dive into: 

• The structure and strategy behind EPAM’s skills-based evolution, shaped by 30 years of experience in skills management 
• Common myths around skills-based organisations 
• The importance of defining the work itself before pinpointing necessary skills 
• Practical guidance on selecting the right technology to support skills-based practices 
• Approaches to validating skills data, moving beyond self or manager assessments to more reliable data sources 
• Insights on tailoring a skills strategy to different industries and functions, and determining when high-quality skills data is a must 

This episode, sponsored by TechWolf, is essential for HR leaders seeking to drive business impact through robust skills data and build a truly future-ready workforce. 

TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation. 

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.  

Links to Resources: 

• Sandra Loughlin: Sandra Loughlin  
• TechWolf: TechWolf 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by two leaders at the heart of this transformation: Lara Wainwright, Product Owner and Lab Lead, and Duncan Reynall, Group Talent & Development Director at Lloyds Banking Group. Together, they dive into: 

• The broader strategy behind Lloyds’ workforce transformation agenda 
• How both Lara and Duncan’s roles interconnect to drive the digital transformation that enables Lloyds Banking Group’s skills-based organisation goals 
• Challenges and successes encountered along the journey, offering practical advice for organisations navigating similar digital transformations 
• The role of workforce data in driving progress, fostering culture, and enhancing employee engagement across Lloyds 
• Metrics that Lloyds Banking Group uses to measure success in skills development, ensuring alignment with long-term transformation goals 

This episode, sponsored by Workday, is essential for HR leaders aiming to leverage data and analytics to drive workforce agility and transformation. 

Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for HR and finance, recognised as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites. Organisations ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500— including Netflix, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, and Rolls Royce—have chosen Workday to build their HR systems and implement Workforce Analytics solutions. Join them and learn more at workday.com 

Links to Resources: 

• Lara Wainwright: Lara Wainwright 
• Duncan Reynall: Duncan Reynall  
• Workday: Workday  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green dives into this pressing topic with Anish Lalchandani, Global Head of Talent Management at Maersk and author of The Skills Advantage: A Human-Centered, Sustainable, and Scalable Approach to Reskilling. Packed with insights, this episode covers: 

• The “four cornerstones” of reskilling: awareness, application, agility, and alliances, and how they drive sustainable workforce transformation 
• The pivotal role of AI in accelerating reskilling efforts and the importance of balancing technological advancement with human-centered skills 
• Strategies for building partnerships within and beyond the organisation to foster a supportive reskilling ecosystem 
• Key metrics that HR leaders should use to measure the success of their reskilling initiatives and demonstrate value to the business 

This episode, sponsored by Workday, is essential for HR leaders looking to transform their people strategies through AI-driven talent orchestration and offers practical takeaways on how to leverage these tools for organisational success. 

Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for HR and finance, recognised as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites. 

Organisations ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500— including Netflix, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, and Rolls Royce—have chosen Workday to build their HR systems and implement Workforce Analytics solutions. Join them and learn more at workday.com 

Links to Resources: 

• Anish Lalchandani on LinkedIn: Anish Lalchandani 
• The Skills Advantage: A Human-Centered, Sustainable, and Scalable Approach to Reskilling 
• Workday: Workday  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Jason Scheckner, Senior Director of Business Strategy for HiredScore at Workday, to reveal how talent orchestration is the key to unlocking AI’s full potential and transforming HR operations into a strategic powerhouse. 

Packed with actionable insights, this episode delves into: 

• What talent orchestration is and how it builds on the foundation of talent intelligence 
• How it connects various HR systems and data to improve processes beyond traditional methods like data lakes and systems of record 
• Why so many organisations are struggling to make real strides with AI, despite it being a top priority for executives 
• Practical examples of how talent orchestration is enhancing internal mobility and employee retention 
• Key strategies for ensuring AI used in HR remains ethical and safe 
• Metrics and outcomes to gauge the success of talent orchestration efforts 

This episode, sponsored by Workday, is essential for HR leaders looking to transform their people strategies through AI-driven talent orchestration and offers practical takeaways on how to leverage these tools for organisational success. 

Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for HR and finance, recognised as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites. Organisations ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500— including Netflix, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, and Rolls Royce—have chosen Workday to build their HR systems and implement Workforce Analytics solutions. Join them and learn more at workday.com 

Links to Resources: 

• Jason Scheckner on LinkedIn: Jason Scheckner
• HiredScore: HiredScore 
• Workday: Workday  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Michael Arena, a pioneer in Organisational Network Analysis (ONA), to explore how networks have evolved since the height of the pandemic. 

Listen in as they explore: 

• How organisational networks have evolved in a distributed work environment 
• Key findings from Michael’s research on optimal team size 
• How HR leaders can implement network analysis insights to drive strategic action 
• The role of AI in facilitating ONA and the future of network research 

This episode, sponsored by Workday, is essential listening for HR leaders looking to optimise team dynamics and embrace the power of organisational networks to thrive in today’s world of work. 

Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for HR and finance, recognised as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites. 

Organisations ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500— including Netflix, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, and Rolls Royce—have chosen Workday to build their HR systems and implement Workforce Analytics solutions. Join them and learn more at workday.com 

Links to Resources: 

• Michael Arena on LinkedIn: Michael Arena 
• Workday: Workday  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Michael Fraccaro, Chief People Officer at Mastercard, to gain insight into how he and his team are shaking things up in HR. 

A conversation packed with inspirational actions, you’ll learn about: 

• How Mastercard are using AI to rethink leadership 
• Why they’ve gone all-in on becoming a skills-based organisation 
• How their internal talent marketplace, Unlocked, is helping employees grow and thrive 
• Insights on navigating the rise of the gig economy  
• How to connect and retain younger generations 

This episode, sponsored by Workday, is packed with practical takeaways for HR leaders who want to lead their own organisations into the future. 

Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for HR and finance, recognised as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites. Organisations ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500— including Netflix, Sanofi, AstraZeneca and Rolls Royce—have chosen Workday to build their HR systems and implement Workforce Analytics solutions. Join them and learn more at workday.com 

Links to Resources: 

• Michael Fraccaro on LinkedIn: Michael Fraccaro 
• Workday: Workday  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, Sharon Taylor, Chief People and Culture Officer, and Jaco van Vuuren, Chief Operating Officer for Human Capital at Standard Bank Group, reveal the behind-the-scenes journey that’s reshaping how Africa’s largest bank manages its people and drives business success. 

Hosted by David Green, this episode dives into how Standard Bank has leveraged digitisation, AI, and people analytics to enhance employee experience, streamline operations, and empower leadership with real-time data insights.  

Key topics covered include: 

• The evolution of HR from support function to strategic business partner 
• The challenges and rewards of digitising HR for a global workforce 
• How centralised data and workforce analytics are driving pay equity, enhancing ESG reporting, and improving decision-making 
• The importance of ethical AI use in shaping the future of HR 

This episode is packed with insights for HR leaders navigating digital transformation. 

We would like to take the opportunity to say thank you to Visier for sponsoring this series of the Digital HR Leaders podcast.  

Visier is the people analytics platform for successful HR teams, bridging the gap between HR productivity and business performance, giving managers the insights they need to lead effectively. Learn more at visier.com. 

Links to Resources: 

• Sharon Taylor  
• Jaco Van Vuuren  
• Visier  
• MyHRFuture 
• Insight222 

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To explore how moving to a skills-based organisation can open up new possibilities for organisations, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Tanuj Kapilashrami, Chief Strategy & Talent Officer at Standard Chartered, and Ravin Jesuthasan, Global Leader of Mercer’s Transformation Services Business.  

Together, they discuss: 

• Why traditional job structures are falling short in today’s world 
• The tangible business and socio-economic benefits of adopting a skills-based approach 
• The leadership shifts and capabilities needed to guide this transformation 
• The critical role of data infrastructure in supporting a skills-powered organisation 
• Key insights for HR and people analytics leaders on navigating this change 

With the upcoming release of their book, The Skills-Powered Organisation: The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise, this conversation is packed with timely advice for HR leaders ready to future-proof their organisations. 

We would like to take the opportunity to say thank you to Visier for sponsoring this series of the Digital HR Leaders podcast.  

Visier is the people analytics platform for successful HR teams, bridging the gap between HR productivity and business performance, giving managers the insights they need to lead effectively. Learn more at visier.com. 

Links to Resources: 

• Ravin Jesuthasan  
• Tanuj Kapilashrami 
• The Skills-Powered Organisation: The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise 
• Visier  
• MyHRFuture 
• Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Keith Bigelow, Chief Product Officer at Visier, to explore the critical role HR plays in leading digital transformation—and how AI is changing the game.  

Together, David and Keith discuss: 

• How HR can lead the charge in digital and AI transformation 
• The impact Generative AI is having on talent management and workforce planning 
• The metrics HR should focus on to demonstrate real business impact 
• Why partnering with Finance is critical to measuring HR success 

If you're an HR leader looking to navigate the world of AI and digital transformation, this episode offers plenty of practical advice and fresh insights. 

We would like to take the opportunity to say thank you to Visier for sponsoring this series of the Digital HR Leaders podcast.  

Visier is the people analytics platform for successful HR teams, bridging the gap between HR productivity and business performance, giving managers the insights they need to lead effectively. Learn more at visier.com. 

Links to Resources: 

• Keith Bigelow on LinkedIn: Keith Bigelow 
• Visier: Visier  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Angela Le Mathon, Vice President of People Data and Analytics at British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company, GSK, to discuss exactly that.  

GSK is on an ambitious journey toward a digital and data-driven HR transformation, and in this episode, Angela shares how a strong data strategy has been pivotal in making this transformation a success.  

From making smarter talent decisions to integrating AI into HR practices, in this episode, you will discover: 

• How GSK's people data strategy is shaping talent decisions and transforming HR practices 
• The importance of integrating AI into people analytics and navigating the ethical considerations involved 
• Practical ways to scale people analytics and democratise insights across the organisation 

Tune in to learn how a well-executed data strategy can enhance HR's impact across the organisation. 

We would like to take the opportunity to say thank you to Visier for sponsoring this series of the Digital HR Leaders podcast.  

Visier is the people analytics platform for successful HR teams, bridging the gap between HR productivity and business performance, giving managers the insights they need to lead effectively. Learn more at visier.com. 

Links to Resources: 

• Angela Le Mathon on LinkedIn: Angela Le Mathon 
• GSK Website: GSK 
• Visier: Visier  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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Both Lynda and Diane are well-known visionaries in the field of HR. Together, they have joined forces to write two insightful articles in Harvard Business Review (see links below) that explore the implications of this growing trend. Today, they share their experiences and perspectives on how organisations can adapt to the rise of independent workers, and what HR leaders need to do to manage this new workforce landscape effectively. 

Listening to this podcast episode, you can be sure to gain insights on: 

• The factors driving the rapid increase in freelance work and how technology is enabling this transformation 
• The impact of a blended workforce on organisational structures and the evolving role of managers 
• Practical strategies for HR leaders to adapt workforce planning and recruitment processes to integrate freelancers effectively 
• The importance of building the right cultural infrastructure to support a diverse and dynamic workforce 

This is an episode for every HR leader who wants to ensure a successful integrated approach to merging external and internal talent effectively. 

We would also like to take the opportunity to say thank you to Visier for sponsoring this series of the Digital HR Leaders podcast. Visier is the people analytics platform for successful HR teams, bridging the gap between HR productivity and business performance, giving managers the insights they need to lead effectively. Learn more at visier.com. 

Links to Resources: 

• Lynda Gratton on LinkedIn: Lynda Gratton 
• Diane Gherson on LinkedIn: Diane Gherson 
• HSM Advisory: HSM Advisory 
• Visier: Visier  
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 
• HBR article: Managers Cant Do It All  
• HBR Article: Highly Skilled Professionals Want Your Work Not Your Job  

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As we mark the 200th episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green welcomes back Amy Edmondson, a renowned professor at Harvard Business School and a leading voice on psychological safety, to explore these very questions. Tune in as they discuss: 

• The evolution of psychological safety in a post-pandemic world 
• How to effectively embed psychological safety into organisational culture to support innovation and healthy experimentation 
• Insights from Amy's latest book, "Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well," including the three failure archetypes 
• Strategies for HR to overcome the fear of failure 
• The importance of distinguishing between good and bad failures 
• Advice for HR and people leaders on embedding a failure culture within their organisations 
• How data can be used to gauge whether an organisation is "failing well" 

Whether you are an HR Leader aiming to innovate and overcome growth challenges, or are simply interested in the science of psychological safety, this episode is a must-listen. 

Support from this podcast comes from HiBob, who brings us Bob, the most usable enterprise HCM according to Nucleus Research. Bob is rated the most usable HCM solution in Nucleus Research's 2024 Enterprise HCM Value Matrix.  

Bob delivers tangible results for organisations through ease of use and fast setup, like for this US-based CRM vendor that achieved a 228% ROI. Need proof? Read how Bob increased productivity and reduced software costs by downloading the Nucleus ROI study here.  

Links to Resources: 

• Amy Edmondson on LinkedIn: Amy Edmondson 
• Amy’s Book: Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well 
• HiBob Platform: HiBob 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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Through innovative employee listening strategies and data-driven approaches, Heidi has achieved great success creating an inclusive employee experience amongst the disparate teams at Jazz Pharmaceuticals. So tune in to learn more about: 

• How Jazz Pharmaceuticals listens to its employees and crafts a clear value proposition to drive engagement and satisfaction 
• The company’s flexible work model and its approach towards intentional collaboration  
• Insights into the metrics and methods used to evaluate the effectiveness of its flexible work model and employee experience strategies 
• Strategies for constructing a compelling business case for flexible work models and gaining support from the C-suite 
• How Jazz Pharmaceuticals ensures a positive experience for all employees, including those in on-site and customer-facing roles 
• Heidi’s key takeaways on maintaining clarity, adaptability and a growth mindset to foster a robust and inclusive workplace 

If you are an HR Leader looking to elevate your employee experience strategies, this episode promises to be an inspirational listen.  

Support from this podcast comes from HiBob, who brings us Bob, the most usable enterprise HCM according to Nucleus Research. Bob is rated the most useable HCM solution in Nucleus Research's 2024 Enterprise HCM Value Matrix.  

Bob delivers tangible results for organizations through ease of use and fast setup, like for this US-based CRM vendor that achieved a 228% ROI. Need proof? Read how Bob increased productivity and reduced software costs by downloading the Nucleus ROI study here.  

Links to Resources: 

• Heidi Manna on LinkedIn: Heidi Manna 
• Jazz Pharmaceuticals: Jazz Pharmaceuticals 
• HiBob Platform: HiBob 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 
• Insight222: Insight222 

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This episode will focus on exactly that. Celebrating HiBob's third year sponsoring the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Nirit Peled-Muntz, HiBob's Chief People Officer, to discuss how the HR challenges they faced during the company's expansive growth inspired and shaped their innovative solutions. 

Tune in as they discuss: 

• The secret behind HiBob's tremendous growth from an HR perspective 
• Specific HR challenges encountered during their growth journey and how they were overcome 
• How being a super user of their own product has driven new feature pilots and inspired product innovation 
• Strategies that led HiBob to be recognised among the top 10% of LinkedIn Learning's community 
• The creation of a data-driven culture and the democratisation of HR insights within the organisation 
• Personal insights on navigating the pressure of innovation and breaking through the noise of social media and success stories to focus on what matters for their HR function 
• Upcoming developments in the HiBob community to look out for as we prepare for the future of work 

This episode is a must-listen if you're an HR leader aiming to innovate and overcome growth challenges. 

Support from this podcast comes from HiBob, who brings us Bob, the most usable enterprise HCM according to Nucleus Research. Bob is rated the most useable HCM solution in Nucleus Research's 2024 Enterprise HCM Value Matrix.  

Bob delivers tangible results for organizations through ease of use and fast setup, like for this US-based CRM vendor that achieved a 228% ROI. Need proof? Read how Bob increased productivity and reduced software costs by downloading the Nucleus ROI study here.  

Links to Resources: 

• Nirit Peled-Muntz on LinkedIn: Nirit Peled-Muntz  
• HiBob Platform: HiBob 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Maureen Dunne, author of the groundbreaking book "The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization”.  

Maureen provides invaluable insights and practical guidance for HR leaders aiming to cultivate a neurodiverse culture. From understanding the essence of neurodiversity to implementing inclusive practices, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies to transform your workplace. 

Join them as they uncover: 

• The true meaning of neurodiversity and its critical importance in today’s workforce 
• Why prioritising a neurodivergent culture is essential amidst the acceleration of digital transformation 
• The main challenges faced by neurodiverse employees and effective ways to address them 
• How to avoid common recruitment mistakes and adopt inclusive hiring practices 
• An introduction to Maureen’s 3 C’s framework for fostering an inclusive workplace 
• Strategies to prevent toxicity in organisational culture and promote neuroinclusion 
• The opportunities and challenges of embedding inclusive practices in hybrid work environments 
• The role of people analytics in supporting and nurturing a neurodiverse culture 

If you're an HR leader committed to fostering a more inclusive and neurodiverse workplace, this episode is for you.  

Support from this podcast comes from HiBob, who brings us Bob, the most usable enterprise HCM according to Nucleus Research. Bob is rated the most useable HCM solution in Nucleus Research's 2024 Enterprise HCM Value Matrix.  

Bob delivers tangible results for organisations through ease of use and fast setup, like for this US-based CRM vendor that achieved a 228% ROI. Need proof? Read how Bob increased productivity and reduced software costs by downloading the Nucleus ROI study here.  

Links to Resources: 

• The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Differences for Any Organization 
• Maureen Dunne on LinkedIn: Maureen Dunne 
• HiBob Platform: HiBob 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 

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This episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast will explore exactly that. David Green sits down with John Winsor, the author of "Open Talent: Leveraging the Global Workforce to Solve Your Biggest Challenges," to discuss the transformative potential of leveraging "Open Talent" through John's three-legged model. 

Join them as they uncover: 

• Why skills-based organisations are crucial to save the future of businesses  
• An inside look at the three-legged stool framework: internal talent marketplaces, external talent clouds, and open innovation 
• Real-world tips for overcoming the challenges of shifting to a skills-focused approach 
• How embracing open talent can positively impact your company culture and the importance of a digital transformation mindset 
• Inspiring examples and case studies that highlight the benefits of adopting open talent strategies 

If you're an HR leader looking to innovate and bridge the skills gap, this episode is a must-listen. 

Support from this podcast comes from HiBob, who bring us Bob, the most usable enterprise HCM according to Nucleus Research. Bob, is rated the most useable HCM solution in Nucleus Research's 2024 Enterprise HCM Value Matrix.  

Bob delivers tangible results for organisations through ease of use and fast setup, like for this US-based CRM vendor that achieved a 228% ROI. Need proof? Read how Bob increased productivity and reduced software costs by downloading the Nucleus ROI study here.  

Links to Resources: 

• Open Talent: Leveraging the Global Workforce to Solve Your Biggest Challenges 
• John Winsor on LinkedIn: John Winsor 
• Open Assembly: Open Assembly 
• HiBob Platform: HiBob 
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Erin Gerbec, Director of People Analytics at Cardinal Health. Erin is a visionary leader who has successfully redefined the operating model for her people analytics team, transforming it into a high-functioning, consultative unit that aligns closely with business goals. 

In listening to this episode, listeners can look forward to learning more about: 

• Erin’s insights on the challenges and strategies involved in creating a new operating model for people analytics 
• A detailed look at the steps taken to standardise reporting across the HR function, enabling a shift towards a more consultative approach 
• The impact of this shift on the way the people analytics team interacts with HR partners and the broader business 
• Key initiatives for training and upskilling that supported the transition to a new operating model 
• The technological advancements that facilitated the transformation and enhanced the customer experience 
• Practical advice on understanding customer needs through building personas and the benefits of collaborating with other business units 

For HR leaders looking to innovate and drive strategic value through people analytics, this episode offers invaluable insights and actionable strategies. 

Support for this podcast comes from Crunchr, a platform that integrates an HR data lake with state-of-the-art people analytics. Whether you're an advanced user or just starting out, Crunchr's generative AI co-pilot helps you unlock insights with ease. You can learn more by visiting www.crunchr.com 

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To discuss this ever-important topic, on this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Armand Sohet, Chief Sustainability, HR and Communications Officer at AkzoNobel. Armand is a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with an impressive background at GE, Thales and Novartis, bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective on AI’s impact on HR. 

Listeners can look forward to: 

• Armand’s reflections on how technology has reshaped the HR landscape over the years 
• An in-depth look at the AI applications currently employed at AkzoNobel and the significant enhancements they have brought to HR processes 
• Real-world examples demonstrating how a data-driven approach to HR has led to substantial cost savings and efficiency gains for the organisation 
• Strategies for measuring the productivity impact of technology within HR teams and overcoming the generational challenges of tech adoption 
• Projections on the future landscape of HR discussions as Gen Z continues to integrate into the workforce 
• The intriguing question of whether we will ever fully understand AI 

This episode is packed with insights and strategies for HR leaders aiming to stay ahead of the technological curve and drive meaningful change in their organisations. 

Support for this podcast comes from Crunchr, a platform that integrates an HR data lake with state-of-the-art people analytics. Whether you're an advanced user or just starting out, Crunchr's generative AI co-pilot helps you unlock insights with ease. You can learn more by visiting www.crunchr.com 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Dirk Jonker, CEO of Crunchr, to discuss the latest developments for the industry.  

From organisational network analysis to the current focus on skills and generative AI, topics covered in the discussion include: 

• Insights into how people analytics is enabling HR to play a more active role in business transformation and strategic alignment 
• The importance of partnering with finance to enhance cost management and demonstrate the commercial value of HR initiatives 
• The critical role of building data literacy within HR teams to leverage analytics effectively and drive informed decision-making 
• The essential role of middle managers in driving organisational change and how data can empower them to lead more effectively 
• An urgent discussion on why HR needs to start gathering and reporting on ESG metrics to meet new regulations and drive sustainable business practices 
• The future of people analytics and how HR can become a central part of any executive committee 

Join David and Dirk as they delve into these key topics and provide valuable insights for HR professionals looking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of people analytics.  

Support for this podcast comes from Crunchr, a platform that integrates an HR data lake with state-of-the-art people analytics. Whether you're an advanced user or just starting out, Crunchr's generative AI co-pilot helps you unlock insights with ease. You can learn more by visiting www.crunchr.com 

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green welcomes Kate and Ilya to unpack their 10 truths for thriving in the modern workplace. Exploring how their insights are transforming HR practices and helping organisations build more resilient and agile workforces, in this conversation, you can expect to learn more about:  

• The key concepts from "Work Different: 10 Truths for Winning in the People Age" and how they apply to today's work environment 
• Key findings from Mercer's Global Talent Trends 2024 report, focusing on human-centric productivity, trust and equity, and digital-first cultures 
• Real-world examples from the London Stock Exchange, Novartis, and Infosys, highlighting innovative talent management and skill development practices 
• The role of AI in transforming HR processes and enhancing talent management, from predictive analytics to personalised employee experiences 
• Practical strategies for HR leaders to build trust, foster transparency and create inclusive workplaces 
• How to use analytics to identify and bridge inclusivity gaps, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all employees 

If you are an HR Leader looking to gain a competitive advantage in the future of tomorrow, this is an episode you do not want to miss.  

Support for this podcast comes from Crunchr, a platform that integrates an HR data lake with state-of-the-art people analytics. Whether you're an advanced user or just starting out, Crunchr's generative AI co-pilot helps you unlock insights with ease. 

You can learn more by visiting www.crunchr.com 

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For Daisy Auger-Domínguez, author of the influential book, "Inclusion Revolution", it means shaking off the outdated DEI initiatives that no longer serve us and embracing modern strategies that truly drive systemic change. 

In this episode, David Green is joined by Daisy to dive deep into the transformative world of DEI. Together, they explore how her approaches are redefining what it means to foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 

Not only does the conversation cover the evolution of DEI to date and Daisy's unique experience working with top-tier organisations like Warner Bros, Disney, and Google, but topics covered in the discussion also include:  

• The pitfalls that companies often encounter with traditional DEI efforts and Daisy's recommendations for avoiding these common traps 

• An overview of the four-step model from "Inclusion Revolution" (Reflect, Vision, Act, Persist) and how these principles can be practically applied to instigate meaningful change 

• Strategies for HR leaders to effectively leverage analytics and data to align DEI initiatives with broader business objectives 

• The critical role of deep, genuine engagement with employee feedback to form strategies that go beyond surface-level understanding 

• Tips on how to maintain momentum and commitment to DEI in the face of resistance or slow progress, ensuring that initiatives are impactful and sustainable 

This episode is essential for anyone eager to push the boundaries of traditional DEI work and champion real change within their organisation.  

Support for this podcast comes from Crunchr, a platform that integrates an HR data lake with state-of-the-art people analytics. Whether you're an advanced user or just starting out, Crunchr's generative AI co-pilot helps you unlock insights with ease. 

You can learn more by visiting www.crunchr.com 

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Craig Starbuck, Head of People Analytics at Roku, to explore the critical decision every HR leader faces: should you build your analytics capabilities in-house or buy them from external providers? 

Leaning in on his ten-year background building and leading people analytics functions to excellence, Craig discusses the benefits and challenges of each option, guiding listeners through the strategic considerations vital for making informed decisions. 

But this is not the only topic of discussion. The episode also delves into: 

• The importance of aligning people analytics with finance to drive substantial improvements in business outcomes 
• Framing analytics insights in the language of the business to effectively support strategic decision-making 
• How Craig is integrating passive and active data at Roku across a multitude of use cases 
• Insights from Craig's book, "The Fundamentals of People Analytics: With Applications in R" on upskilling HR teams in advanced analytics tools and methodologies 

This episode is proudly supported by Worklytics, a people-centric analytics solution that combines passive listening with Organisational Network Analysis (ONA) to help you understand how work is getting done.  

Curious to see how it works? Worklytics is offering a free Collaboration Analysis to the first 10 qualified companies who express interest by clicking on the following link: www.worklytics.co/DigitalHRLeaders 

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So, what does modern HR look like today?  

At LEGO, it looks like a groundbreaking HR model they call "People, Places, and Culture”.