John Sumser, Founder, Principal Author and editor in chief of the HRExaminer Online magazine and principal at Two Color Hat joins HCI to discuss the role data and analytics play in the future of HR. John explains what data storytellers are, what they can do for the firm, and how companies should evaluate their services. Exploring the common mistakes HR makes with tech-driven transformations, John also shares some ways we can partner with CIOs to navigate the transformations together. John wraps up the conversation sharing some trends in data that HR should prepare for. To learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://www.hci.org/lib/economics-labor-data-make-big-data-work-you To learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.oracle.com

Every business regardless of size operates in a competitive environment. When built on a foundation of education and training, modern social tools can create a competitive edge. With wide reaching applications, social technology is changing the ways organizations operate through collaboration, transparency and informal learning. Dr. Andrea Goldberg joins this podcast to discuss social tools' impact on performance management, succession planning, and talent acquisition. To learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://www.hci.org/lib/how-social-transforming-career-development-and-performance-management. To learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.saba.com

In this HCIpodcast, one of three for the 2014 Talent Pulse HR and Strategy report, we talked to Dan Lapporte, Senior Manager of HR Reporting and Analytics at Kaiser Permanente. In this 5 minute interview, we asked Mr. Lapporte: Why is data analytics just now becoming valued? Which technologies should organizations use for HR analytics? Where is a good place to start for organizations looking to train HR staff in data and analytics?

In this HCIpodcast, one of three for the 2014 Talent Pulse HR and Strategy report, we talked to Carolyn Pellegrini, associate at Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP Labor and Employment practice. In this 7 minute interview, we asked Ms. Pellegrini: In your experience, the organizations who are prepared vs. not prepared how are they approaching the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) differently? What are the best resources for educating employees around the PPACA? What are some things organizations and HR professionals will need to look out for as the PPACA is rolled out? Are people concerned with the sustainability of the law and how does that impact organizations?

In this HCIpodcast, one of three for the 2014 Talent Pulse HR and Strategy report, we talked to Barbara Trautlein, PhD of Change Catalysts, LLC. In this 11 minute interview, we asked Dr. Trautlein: How can companies enhance agility through organizational redesign? What recommendations would you give to organizations looking to develop the agility of their workforce? What training options do companies have for enhancing agility? Can you describe an example of a situation where agility was an important factor in a business outcome?

Amy Hirsh Robinson lays the foundation for new economy succession planning using three cornerstones for success. First it is important that succession planning is kept as simple as possible. Over complication can lead to paralysis by analysis. Secondly she advises that the overall goal of succession planning is to keep talent in the internal pipeline. Succession planning should not be a euphemism for replacement planning. Finally it is discussed that succession planning should extend beyond the executive and director levels of an organization.To learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://www.hci.org/lib/succession-planning-new-economy-growing-your-high-potential-pipeline-roles-matter-mostTo learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.oracle.com

Take a closer look at the emotional and powerful components of charisma in organizational development and learning. The cultivation of leadership charisma through deeper understanding and application of individual self-awareness can have a lasting effect on quality of life and a more prosperous business culture. To learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://www.hci.org/lib/cultivating-leadership-charismaTo learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.profilesinternational.com

Charles Handler, Executive Scientist for Logi-Serve, takes a look at the current and future state of skills assessments through the lens of the changing social landscape. First off is the concept of credentialling as a necessary means for validating skills and competencies. As skills link the goals of both organizations and individuals it becomes critical that companies take the time to evaluate the skills that are required to best fit the jobs that are available at any given time. One method for doing this is internal housekeeping to better build a tool to do a skills inventory.To learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://bit.ly/IQmqzpTo learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.saba.com

Heather Erickson, Director Global Talent Management at Arrow Electronics, provides several steps to design and implement a holistic approach to internal talent mobility. Starting with a broad look at the talent lifecycle and an emphasis on breaking down silos within HCM, Heather's creative and imaginitive methods are proof that a strategic outlook and a commitment to succession planning are integral in sustaining a thriving talent management processTo learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://bit.ly/1bb0cl6To learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.oracle.com

Saul Carliner, Associate Professor of Educational Technology at Concordia University, discusses some of the basic tenets of informal learning, and puts it into context with the changing views of the 70-20-10 model. The challenge in the older model is that there is no measurable data to back it up. Therefore the initiative to leverage opportunities for informal learning is paramount in developing a sustainable organizational learning culture.To learn more about this Webcast and future Webcasts please visit: http://bit.ly/KGPklRTo learn more about the underwriter of this podcast please visit: http://www.ebscohost.com