Cappuccino with HR

In this episode Rudi Bauer talks with business psychologist and somatic coach Kate Silber about the power of softness at work. They explore whether softness is a weakness or an essential leadership asset, how self-respect and emotional awareness build true authority, and why integrating empathy, vulnerability, and body awareness can transform individuals and organizations alike. 

Kate also shares simple somatic practices for staying grounded and discusses how self-trust and self-respect shape better leaders, healthier teams, and more human workplaces, even in an age of AI and high performance.

In this episode of Cappuccino with HR, host Rudi Bauer talks with Christine Regitz, Head of SAP Women in Tech and President of the German Informatics Society, about advancing women in technology. They discuss why progress has been slow, how early education and mentoring can inspire girls toward STEM, and what leaders can do to build confidence and inclusion in tech teams.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer speaks with Ludmila Tomperi, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner HQ at Wolt, about how resilience shapes our ability to adapt, lead, and thrive in fast-changing work environments. They explore what resilience truly means in today’s business world — from individual mindset to organizational culture — and why psychological safety, curiosity, and emotional intelligence are essential to building stronger, more adaptable teams. The conversation touches on how AI is transforming human adaptability, why comfort can limit growth, and how teaching resilience early can empower the next generation of professionals.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer speaks with Ivana Spiridonovic, B2B Marketing Manager at WeAreDevelopers, about the behind-the-scenes of the WeAreDevelopers World Congress, the world’s leading event for developers, AI innovators, and tech leaders, and how the new HR track, the HR Leaders Summit, extends this vision. They explore how the summit bridges the gap between HR and developers, the surge of feedback and engagement on social media, why mental health and interactive formats resonated so strongly, and how global expansion, AI-powered learning, and community will remain at the core of future events.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer speaks with Mihaela Nedelcu, Employer Branding and Culture Programs Manager, about the power of employee advocacy in building authentic employer brands. They discuss fostering trust, enabling employees to share real stories, and aligning internal culture with external branding. Mihaela shares lessons from Coca-Cola HBC, the role of feedback and capability building, and why courage and creativity are key to future employer branding.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer speaks with Christian Wastlhuber, Fractional TA Leader & Co-Founder at The UnleashPeople, about how HR and tech are merging. They discuss building strong recruiting foundations, stepping into automation, and the recruiter’s changing role in times of rapid transformation. Christian unpacks the shifting skillsets companies need, the biggest bottleneck in people development, and the “trinity alliance” that drives organizational success.

Reference Kevin Wheeler’s article “The Last Recruiter, a History of Change”: https://fotnews.futureoftalent.org/p/the-diary-of-a-recruiter-2035 

In this episode of Cappuccino with HR, Rudi Bauer, Cathrin Christ, Director at Deloitte, and Birte Reitmann, Manager Organization and Work Transformation at Deloitte, unpack Deloitte’s latest Human Capital Trends Report and explore the emerging concept of stagility, the balance between stability and agility that leaders need to navigate today’s fast-changing world of work.

They discuss what stagility requires, how leaders can foster the right environment, the difference between leaders and managers, why a strong failure culture matters, and whether curiosity in business is fading or transforming. The conversation also offers practical insights into how organizations can move toward stagility and thrive in uncertainty.

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In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Meghan Hennessy, Global People Director and former leader at Uber, Meta, and Apple, about rethinking leadership in 2025. They explore how leaders can strengthen their leadership “muscle,” navigate fear of change, and foster a culture that embraces learning from failure. The discussion also touches on AI adoption, ethical considerations, and the balance between technology, data, and human-centric leadership, highlighting the key skills leaders need to empower teams and shape the future of work.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Nora Dietrich, mental health expert, Founder and Co-CEO of Between People, psychotherapist, and author of “Mental Health at Work”. Together, they explore how trust, awareness, and leadership shape mental health at work, and why building a sustainable culture is key to the future of work.

In this episode, Rudi Bauer talks with Margareta Sailer, Founder and CEO of Mondaysquares, about scaling talent from within and why upskilling is essential for growth. Drawing on her experience as Senior Recruitment Manager EMEA at Tesla and Global Recruitment Director at Lilium Aviation, Margareta shares how to build adaptable organizations, foster curiosity, and create safe spaces for learning. 

They discuss leading AI adoption from the top, keeping careers future-proof in a shifting job market, and the impact of generational differences. The conversation also dives into emerging trends shaping the future of work, from gamification and micro-learning to personalization and service integration.