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In this bonus Q&A with Bernhard, he shares:

1. His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
2. A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on his life
5. One piece of career advice he has for you

Bernhard is the Founder & Ceo of Leaders who care. They firmly believe that workplace wellbeing is more than just a buzzword; it's the cornerstone of successful businesses in the 21st century. The WHO reports that globally, an estimated 12 billion working days are lost every year to depression and anxiety at a cost of US$ 1 trillion per year in lost productivity.

Leaders who care is on a mission to make Wellbeing at Work an Executive objective and a strategic priority in every organisation across the world.

Bernhard is a physician, a seasoned Executive leader and a long-standing ZEN and Mindfulness practitioner. Everything he will be talking about is based in hisown experiences, latest research and scientifically proven methodologies. He holds certificates from Standford Medical University in Well-being at work and in PERMA-Lead from Vienna based Dr. Ebner team, linked to the Universities of Vienna and Klagenfurt.

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Today, we're thrilled to bring you a captivating conversation with Bernard Kaumanns, the founder and CEO of Leaders Who Care. As a medical doctor turned executive, Bernard brings a unique, holistic perspective on the critical topics of mental health, well-being, and burnout in the workplace.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The mindset and communication strategies essential for effective leadership and organizational change
• The pressure facing middle managers and the vital role that top management plays in driving cultural shifts
• The urgent need to engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha employees, who are increasingly drawn to purpose-driven organizations

Join us as we explore the concept of a "healthy performance organization" and how businesses can benefit from addressing attrition, sick leave, and engagement rates. We'll hear Bernard's insights on the significance of self-awareness, self-compassion, and the necessity for leaders to prioritize and help teams focus to prevent burnout.

Bernhard is the Founder & Ceo of Leaders Who Care. They firmly believe that workplace wellbeing is more than just a buzzword; it's the cornerstone of successful businesses in the 21st century. The WHO reports that globally, an estimated 12 billion working days are lost every year to depression and anxiety at a cost of US$ 1 trillion per year in lost productivity.

Leaders Who Care is on a mission to make Wellbeing at Work an Executive objective and a strategic priority in every organisation across the world.

Bernhard is a physician, a seasoned Executive leader and a long-standing ZEN and Mindfulness practitioner. Everything he will be talking about is based in hisown experiences, latest research and scientifically proven methodologies. He holds certificates from Standford Medical University in Well-being at work and in PERMA-Lead from Vienna based Dr. Ebner team, linked to the Universities of Vienna and Klagenfurt.

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In this bonus Q&A with Zoe, she shares:

1. Her proudest moment and biggest failure in her career so far
2. A trend that she is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge she sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on her life
5. One piece of career advice she has for you

For over 20 years, Zoe has taught, coached, consulted, and studied in the area of human potential and change, supporting leaders and their teams to improve performance, achieve better organisational outcomes and navigate through change.

She has worked globally across both public and private sectors and has consciously worked across different industries, bringing the lessons from each into her consulting and coaching practice.

Zoe’s CPD accredited Certified Change Manager Program is designed for busy HR professionals who realise the value of upskilling in change management skills, enabling them to effectively and confidently lead their organisations and teams through change.

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Today, we have the privilege of speaking with Zoe Poulton, an expert in change management and leadership development with an impressive background spanning over 20 years in the Royal Air Force and corporate consulting.

Zoe’s military career saw her handle roles in air defense, instruction, HR, and leadership development, including a major project to update officer training. She later transitioned to consulting and started her own venture, Glass Ripple Consulting. In our conversation, Zoe shares:

• Her unique insights into the similarities and differences between HR in the military and the corporate world, emphasizing the brain's resistance to change and the importance of communication and transparency.
• The challenges of leading organizational change, addressing employee concerns about job security and work-life balance, and the critical role of HR in equipping people with the skills to manage change effectively.
• Valuable advice to HR professionals on navigating change and understanding the "why" behind it all.

Join us as we explore the essence of change management with Zoe Poulton and learn how her military experience has shaped her approach to helping organizations become more change-agile.

For over 20 years, Zoe has taught, coached, consulted, and studied in the area of human potential and change, supporting leaders and their teams to improve performance, achieve better organisational outcomes and navigate through change.

She has worked globally across both public and private sectors and has consciously worked across different industries, bringing the lessons from each into her consulting and coaching practice.

Zoe’s CPD accredited Certified Change Manager Program is designed for busy HR professionals who realise the value of upskilling in change management skills, enabling them to effectively and confidently lead their organisations and teams through change.

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In this bonus Q&A with Klaus, he shares:

1. His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
2. A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on his life
5. One piece of career advice he has for you

Klaus is on a mission to make people remarkable, growing the skills and the talent T-Systems needs.

As a partner to the business, he reimagines learning strategies from upskilling, re-skilling, career mobility, talent acquisition to the self learning organization.

Klaus is passionate about the experience of learning, creating learning journeys that are amazing – and deliver on their promise. Such as the digitize program – a program that delivered over 10.000 future skills for T-Systems.

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Today we're diving deep into the pressing issues surrounding the future of the workforce with special guest, Klaus Scheile. Klaus is the Vice President of Global Learning and Development at T Systems, a division of Deutsche Telekom, and he brings a wealth of knowledge on sustainable people development, upskilling, and reskilling employees.

In this episode, we tackle:

• The challenges posed by an aging workforce and declining birth rates, which lead to a shrinking talent pool
• The impacts of AI and automation on white-collar jobs, and why it's more critical than ever for companies to retain and develop talent to survive and thrive
• Insights into how T Systems has successfully implemented a digitized reskilling program, certified 10,000 future skills, and navigated the complexities of identifying necessary skills with the help of big data and AI.

You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at T Systems' innovative approaches to upskilling and reskilling, including their structured learning programs and government-supported funding. We'll also discuss the impressive results they've achieved, including increased productivity, profit per person, and a remarkably high return on investment.

Klaus is on a mission to make people remarkable, growing the skills and the talent T-Systems needs.

As a partner to the business, he reimagines learning strategies from upskilling, re-skilling, career mobility, talent acquisition to the self learning organization.

Klaus is passionate about the experience of learning, creating learning journeys that are amazing – and deliver on their promise. Such as the digitize program – a program that delivered over 10.000 future skills for T-Systems.

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In this bonus Q&A with Sushmita, she shares:

1. Her proudest moment and biggest failure in her career so far
2. A trend that she is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge she sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on her life
5. One piece of career advice she has for you

Sushmita Mishra Sahoo is an HR leader with 20+ years of gloval experience leading HR teams towards building future ready organizations that unleash human potential. She was most recently was Global HR Director at Infeneon Technology.

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In today's conversation, we dive deep into the crucial realm of performance management and the often-overlooked need for comprehensive talent management strategies in organizations.

Sushmita Mishra Sahoo brings over 20 years of international HR leadership experience across various industries, including engineering, healthcare, fintech, and computer education. Sushmita shares her vast expertise in managing talent development and fostering a thriving organizational culture in renowned multinational companies like Siemens and Infineon Technologies. She also opens up about her personal journey, sharing an inspiring story of overcoming a severe injury with the values of patience, confidence, and resilience instilled by her father.

Sushmita shares the importance of leaders embracing change and actively involving functional heads in the process and the pivotal role of HR in change management, from transparent communication to ensuring smooth transitions and collaboration across different organizational cultures.

Sushmita Mishra Sahoo is an HR leader with 20+ years of gloval experience leading HR teams towards building future ready organizations that unleash human potential. She was most recently was Global HR Director at Infeneon Technology.

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In this bonus Q&A with Case, he shares:

1. His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
2. A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on his life
5. One piece of career advice he has for you

Case is humbled to lead an amazing crew that empowers the 30,000 strong Seagate team of worldwide industry-leading heavy-lifters.

Over the last 27+ years, Case has had the honor of building high-performing, diverse, well-adjusted large and small teams that thrive in ambiguous, high-tempo environments, worldwide.

He is gutturally driven to have meaningful impact and draws great satisfaction from making organizations genuinely tick. His passion is people.

Casey was the #2 leadership gradate at West Point and had the distinct honor of serving as President of his class for 13 years. He was also the #1 academic graduate of the year-long Command & General Staff college with 1,000 students.

He jumped from planes as an Airborne Ranger, served in combat with Special Operations Forces, and was awarded the Bronze Star.

In addition to leading many teams over the decades, Case also had the pleasure of helping create and execute deeply impactful, values-based, custom education and development programs executed worldwide for hundreds of partner clients including numerous global multinational corporations—all driven by passion and purpose to create leaders that can lead thru complexity, inspire, and grow the business.

Also a lawyer, Case advised senior leaders and others in the most complicated of circumstances for years. He also teaches at the University of Texas at Austin a course that deep-dives into the art of giving advice and counsel, assessing risk, and leadership.

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In today's episode, Andy Storch and Case Thomas discuss the nuances of leadership and talent development during challenging times. Case Thomas, Vice President of Global Learning, Development, and Performance at Seagate Technology, shares invaluable insights from his extensive career, encompassing roles in the military, law, and education.

Listen in as Andy and Case discuss:

• The critical importance of honesty and transparency with employees amid a company's downturn
• The shift from external partners to internal learning experiences due to budget constraints
• How Seagate's transition to Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) has streamlined business priorities and engaged employees with a clear sense of purpose
• The balance of "heart" and "mind" in leadership, especially during crises
• The indispensable role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in fostering a sense of belonging.

Tune in for an honest conversation about career development, the invaluable power of networking, and the vitality of continuous learning and development.

Case is humbled to lead an amazing crew that empowers the 30,000 strong Seagate team of worldwide industry-leading heavy-lifters.

Over the last 27+ years, Case has had the honor of building high-performing, diverse, well-adjusted large and small teams that thrive in ambiguous, high-tempo environments, worldwide.

He is gutturally driven to have meaningful impact and draws great satisfaction from making organizations genuinely tick. His passion is people.

Casey was the #2 leadership gradate at West Point and had the distinct honor of serving as President of his class for 13 years. He was also the #1 academic graduate of the year-long Command & General Staff college with 1,000 students.

He jumped from planes as an Airborne Ranger, served in combat with Special Operations Forces, and was awarded the Bronze Star.

In addition to leading many teams over the decades, Case also had the pleasure of helping create and execute deeply impactful, values-based, custom education and development programs executed worldwide for hundreds of partner clients including numerous global multinational corporations—all driven by passion and purpose to create leaders that can lead thru complexity, inspire, and grow the business.

Also a lawyer, Case advised senior leaders and others in the most complicated of circumstances for years. He also teaches at the University of Texas at Austin a course that deep-dives into the art of giving advice and counsel, assessing risk, and leadership.

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