Cappuccino with HR

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Claudia Tattanelli, Founder and CEO of C-YourCulture, about how employer branding has evolved and why retention should be at the heart of any employer branding strategy.

They discuss what employer branding really means today, why keeping people engaged and aligned matters more than pure talent attraction, and how organizations can move from gut feeling to data driven decisions. Claudia also shares insights on using employees as authentic ambassadors, measuring and understanding culture, creating safe spaces for honest feedback, and aligning employer branding with the real employee experience.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Bianca Errigo, Founder of HumanOS, about what it truly takes to build sustainable high performance in today’s organizations. They explore why sustainable performance is grounded in science rather than perks or compensation, how wellbeing directly impacts business outcomes, and why performance cannot be separated from culture, trust, and human experience at work.

Bianca shares insights on leadership responsibility, co-creating the right structures, building trust through experience, and understanding the evolving expectations of Gen Z in the workplace. This episode offers a concise look at why organizations must intentionally design for sustainable high performance or risk paying the price.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer speaks with Alexandra Eichberger, Head of Group People Development & Culture at Erste Group, about what real transformation looks like behind the buzzwords. 

They discuss why terms like “New Work” are often overused, how to balance deeply rooted values with ongoing change, and how leaders can navigate fear in times of transformation. Alexandra also touches on the difference between a failure culture and a true learning culture, the key ingredients of a change-ready organization, and the role AI may play as a future “teammate” in this journey.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Ash Jones, Personal Brand Advisor and Founder of Great Influence, about building authentic and effective personal brands. They explore where to start, how to find the right focus and niche, and how to balance personal and business content without losing authenticity.

Ash shares insights from over 10 years of advising entrepreneurs and leaders, including his work with Steven Bartlett, and explains how leadership-led personal branding can strengthen culture, connection, and retention.

In this year end special of Cappuccino with HR, Rudi Bauer is joined by Hung Lee, Curator of Recruiting Brainfood, for a reflective look at 2025 and what it revealed about the future of HR, recruiting and work.

Together they discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments of the year, the reality behind the AI hype and the trends shaping conferences, hiring and candidate experience. Hung shares sharp observations on why tools and ideas are not the problem but implementation often is, and what leading companies are doing differently to move the industry forward.

The conversation also explores changing roles in HR and tech, shifting skill requirements, resilience, experimentation and what HR leaders should focus on heading into the new year.

In this episode of Cappuccino with HR, Rudi Bauer speaks with Jürgen Hartwig, CHRO and Member of the Board at Daimler Truck, about why the future of HR depends on embracing And instead of Or. They explore how HR must shift its mindset, move beyond transactional work and take a more strategic role in shaping people and culture.

Jürgen shares insights on global differences, generational expectations and how AI can both create space for meaningful human interactions and increase the demands on HR. Together they discuss why HR needs a seat at the C suite table and how business people and technology must work in alignment to build the workplace of the future.

A forward looking conversation that highlights what HR needs to evolve, stay relevant and drive real transformation.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Margareta Sailer, Founder and CEO of mondaysquares, about why learning and specifically unlearning are critical skills in times of constant change. Drawing on her experience as Senior Recruitment Manager EMEA at Tesla and Global Recruitment Director at Lilium Aviation, Meggy shares insights on adaptability, resilience, and leadership.

They discuss why letting go of outdated mindsets is often harder than learning new skills, how leaders can reduce fear of failure, and what it takes to collaborate effectively with AI. Meggy returns to the podcast for the second time, offering a practical and reflective perspective on thriving in uncertainty.

Here is the link to the basketball documentary mentioned during the episode: https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80203144

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Kent Frederiksen, Vice President Rewards at the LEGO Group, about how modern reward systems go far beyond salary. They explore why flexibility and individualization are becoming essential, how companies with lower brand recognition can still build compelling reward strategies, and how transparency and EU regulations are reshaping the landscape.

Kent shares insights into shifting employee expectations, what people truly value, and the innovative reward trends shaping the future of work. A concise look at how meaningful, sustainable reward systems can transform the employee experience.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Katharina Baehr, Head of People & Culture Recruiting & Employer Branding at Contabo Group, about the shift from traditional HR to People & Culture and why the industry needs a new mindset. They discuss modern leadership trends, the role of individualization in people strategies, how AI can create real people moments, and why HR needs a place at the C-suite table to drive real transformation.

In case you want to connect with Katharina, here are her social handles:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katharina-baehr/
Instagram: katharinabaehr.px

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Andreas Mayer, Director Employee Experience & Operational Excellence at ING Deutschland, about how everyday interactions shape meaningful employee experiences. 

They discuss what employee experience really means, how thoughtful process design and automation can support people better, and why leadership alignment is essential.

Andreas also shares insights into generational differences, the growing role of AI in HR, and how organizations can strike the right balance between standardization and personalization, without falling into “Disneyfication.”