HR Leaders

In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Katya Laviolette, Chief People Officer at 1Password.

Katya shares insights into scaling a remote-first, high-growth company while preserving a unique, people-centered culture. She discusses the role of resilience, intentional onboarding practices, and the importance of transparency in hiring for a fully remote company.

🎓 In this episode, Katya discusses:

1. Why transparency during hiring creates long-term success.
2. The value of intentional onboarding in a remote-first company.
3. Balancing flexibility with employee accountability in remote work.
4. How to build a resilient culture that supports innovation and employee well-being.

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Vanessa Iloste, VP of HR for Asia at SEPHORA. Vanessa shares her unique career journey, spanning continents and industries, and the transformative power of career conversations within organizations.

She delves into the importance of career conversations in employee retention and growth, emphasizing that HR's role extends beyond transactional interactions to fostering meaningful, experiential relationships.

🎓 In this episode, Vanessa discusses:

1. The power of high-quality career conversations in retaining talent.
2. Her insights on fostering psychological safety in career discussions.
3. How career development and continuous growth drive employee loyalty.
4. Creating experiential environments to prevent transactional work cultures.

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In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Pat Wadors, CHRO at Intuitive. Pat shares insights from her new book Unlock Your Leadership Story, where she explores using fables and folk tales to unlock leadership potential and motivate teams.

She discusses the power of storytelling in driving connection, belonging, and engagement within organizations.

🎓 In this episode, Pat discusses:

1. How storytelling fosters empathy and connection.
2. Career lessons from fables like Goldilocks.
3. Using a personal scorecard to align values with career choices.
4. The value of "argue like you're right, listen like you're wrong" in leadership.

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In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Parker Mitchell, CEO of Valence. Parker shares his insights on how generative AI is transforming the workforce and HR functions, discussing how companies can leverage AI to systematize management, enhance team dynamics, and improve leadership development at scale.

He also explores the future of AI-powered tools in HR, including the rise of AI coaching and its potential to reshape management.

🎓 In this episode, Parker discusses:

1. Why CHROs must prioritize AI adoption and experimentation.
2. The game-changing potential of AI-powered coaching for managers.
3. How generative AI will redefine job roles and categories in every function.
4. The importance of AI tools in enhancing team collaboration and leadership.

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In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Nicole Peace, Chief People Officer at AIS, a leading IT consulting firm.

Nicole shares her inspiring journey from the world of art to HR leadership, emphasizing the importance of business acumen, strategic HR, and modernizing processes for rapid growth in an established company.

🎓 In this episode, Nicole discusses:

1. How a creative foundation led to innovative HR solutions.
2. The significance of business acumen in HR’s strategic role.
3. The critical shift from administrative to business-focused HR.
4. Building credibility as an HR leader while balancing tradition and transformation.

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In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Bill Agostini, Senior Advisor in Strategic HR. Bill shares insights from his 25-year career in HR and corporate communications, spanning continents and industries.

He explores how HR's role has evolved from personnel management to becoming a strategic business partner. Bill also discusses the future of HR, focusing on how organizations can leverage AI and technology to drive efficiency and better support employee well-being.

🎓 In this episode, Bill discusses:

1. How AI is transforming HR and reducing admin work
2. Global HR insights from the Middle East, Europe, and the US
3. Why HR must shift from transactional tasks to focus on engagement
4. The evolution of HR from personnel management to strategic partners

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In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Joelle Emerson, CEO and co-founder of Paradigm, a company dedicated to helping organizations build inclusive cultures that unlock the full potential of their workforce.

Joelle dives deep into the complexities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), exploring how businesses can create long-lasting, sustainable impact through thoughtful, fair processes rather than performative measures.

🎓 In this episode, Joelle discusses:

1. The current DEI backlash and its implications for businesses.
2. How organizations can proactively create fair processes and inclusive cultures.
3. The role of psychological safety in high-performing teams.
4. The impact of DEI on employee engagement and business success.

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In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Paaras Parker, Chief Human Resources Officer at Paycor, a leader in human capital management.

She explores the evolving role of HR in business, sharing how companies can navigate retention challenges and better support employees throughout their journey. She emphasizes the importance of fostering a continuous onboarding experience and how businesses can leverage data and flexibility to improve employee engagement.

🎓 In this episode, Paaras discusses:

1. The role of shared language in building a cohesive, value-driven culture.
2. How HR can partner with leaders to add value and drive business outcomes.
3. The critical moments that matter during the first year of an employee's journey.
4. How companies can support their people through changing roles and responsibilities.

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we focus on the importance of understanding and managing skills intelligence within an organization.

Our guest explains how People Analytics can help HR leaders identify current skills, uncover gaps, and align talent strategies with business goals, ensuring organizations remain competitive in an evolving digital landscape.

🎓 In this episode, we discuss:

1. Fostering data literacy within HR teams to improve decision-making.
2. Mapping current skills and identifying critical gaps within the workforce.
3. How a strong skills intelligence strategy enhances productivity and engagement.
4. Using People Analytics to inform talent strategy and future-proof your organization.

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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we explore the options for implementing People Analytics programs, whether by building a custom solution, buying off-the-shelf tools, or blending both approaches.

Our guest discusses the benefits and challenges of each route and provides insights into how organizations can successfully scale their People Analytics initiatives.

🎓 In this episode, we discuss:

1. Overcoming challenges to ensure smooth implementation and integration.
2. Best practices from industry leaders on scaling People Analytics programs.
3. Evaluating the pros and cons of building, buying, or blending People Analytics solutions.
4. How robust People Analytics systems benefit HR decision-making and business performance.

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