HR Superstars
HR and People Ops can be challenging, but there’s a community of others who’ve been in your shoes. HR Superstars is the podcast from 15Five that connects you with confident and respected strategic people leaders who have conquered a myriad of challenges and now have valuable and actionable insights to share. In each episode, our host, Adam Weber, VP of Community at 15Five, will talk to some of the world’s leading innovators in the HR/People Ops space willing to share their insights and advice to help you in your journey. We get real with topics like being a strategic business partner to the rest of the organization, how to have difficult conversations while maintaining empathy, and how to make DEI a part of your cultural DNA instead of just lip service. 15Five is here to help you to do what matters most—develop your workforce, create a strong employer brand, and be respected as the strategic business partner you are. Come join thousands of your fellow HR Superstars, we’re so excited to have you.
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Finding Success in Results-Only Work Environments with Cali Ressler
05/14/2024
Finding Success in Results-Only Work Environments with Cali Ressler
What if your work schedule was defined by trust and productivity, not the time you spend at your desk? Imagine how this could affect your search for true job satisfaction. We invited Strategic Talent Executive to discuss the concept of a results-only work environment and the current distrust and misconception surrounding job crafting. Cali shares insights on the post-pandemic workforce, highlighting the importance of adapting to employees’ changing needs and the challenges that HR leaders face. But she also touches upon her personal HR journey, calling it unexpected, fulfilling, and unending. Here, Cali opens up about her mental health journey and the significance of self-care. This episode serves as a reminder that everyone has hidden struggles, regardless of their external successes. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Employee Engagement Playbook! Click to buy Cali’s book, “Why Work Sucks and How to Fix It” For more on maximizing employee performance, engagement, and retention, click . Cali Ressler's LinkedIn - click !
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Streamlining Success through Trust-Building Strategies with Kimberly Carroll
05/07/2024
Streamlining Success through Trust-Building Strategies with Kimberly Carroll
Tomorrow’s HR leaders are challenged to create workspaces that balance efficiency with trusting team relationships. In this episode, , Managing Principal at , shares insightful strategies for modernizing HR processes, compelling leaders to embrace delegation and focus on impactful change. She openly discusses why HR’s processes often fall short and how the struggle to do it all can lead to burnout. With a background in education and a passion for fostering organizational growth, Kimberly highlights the critical need to map out current and future states of HR processes while ensuring flexibility and clear communication for successful change management. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook! For more on maximizing employee performance, engagement, and retention, click . Kimberly Carroll's LinkedIn - click !
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Creating a Culture of Belonging in the AI Era with Smiley Poswolsky
04/30/2024
Creating a Culture of Belonging in the AI Era with Smiley Poswolsky
Amidst a backdrop of burnout, layoffs, and loneliness, belonging at work has never been more important. In this episode, keynote speaker unpacks the power of belonging in the workplace. He shares how the current loneliness epidemic and his experience at , an adult summer camp focused on digital detox and authentic connection, solidified his passion for fostering belonging. Smiley explains how to create cultures of belonging and why it’s so important in the era of AI. He shares how to overcome common barriers to belonging and leaves us with easy ways to build opportunities for authentic connection into everyday rhythms at work. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Performance Review Playbook! For more on maximizing employee performance, engagement, and retention, click . Smiley Poswolsky's LinkedIn - click !
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Crafting A Human-Centric Workplace with Watchen Nyanue Hampton
04/23/2024
Crafting A Human-Centric Workplace with Watchen Nyanue Hampton
Does your company culture make every employee feel seen, heard, and appreciated? Or is it deep-rooted in behaviors that cause someone to feel like a number? In this episode, , Founder and CEO of , shares her unique perspectives on the need for more human-centric approaches in the workplace. She calls upon HR leaders to view employees as full individuals, highlighting that behaviors and actions should align with the company’s core values. Watchen also relays her opinions about outsourcing employee surveys and exit interviews. She notes that outsourcing creates a sense of safety for employees to be candid with feedback. During the conversation, Watchen taps into practical methods to counter generational clashes arising from differing workplace expectations. You’re sure to take away strategies for creating more relatable and less mechanical work environments. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook! For more on maximizing employee performance, engagement, and retention, click . Watchen Hampton's LinkedIn - click !
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Bridging the Skills Gap in Modern Work with Ravin Jesuthasan
04/16/2024
Bridging the Skills Gap in Modern Work with Ravin Jesuthasan
Are we witnessing a transforming landscape in the world of HR work? The answer is a resounding “yes.” In this episode, , Global Leader for Transformation Services at , delves into the imperative shift from traditional HR practices to a future where HR functions as a steward of work. The discussion explores generative AI’s impact on work, the evolving HR service delivery model, and the need for upskilling and reskilling in the face of rapidly changing demand for skills. Ravin also highlights practical approaches to bringing business leaders on board with these changes, illustrating HR’s essential role in meeting the workforce’s evolving needs. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook! For more on maximizing employee performance, engagement, and retention, click .
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The Power of Science-Based Simplicity with Marc Effron
04/09/2024
The Power of Science-Based Simplicity with Marc Effron
What’s your approach to maintaining simplicity in performance management while ensuring it’s thorough enough to capture the company's objectives? This episode features insights from ’s President, , as he sheds light on the power of simplifying processes and HR’s critical role in fostering a goal-centric culture that thrives on clarity and focus. Marc details two critical steps that help drive employee performance: setting “stretchy” goals and building influencing skills. He also stresses the need for HR leaders to become “business junkies” who deeply understand the business to drive meaningful impact in an organization. The conversation dives further into the science of human performance and academic research to inform HR processes, maintaining the idea that performance management is strategy implementation. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Performance Review Playbook!
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Career Development Beyond the Manager Path with Dr. Bev Kaye
04/02/2024
Career Development Beyond the Manager Path with Dr. Bev Kaye
How would your HR journey change if you knew that “up” wasn’t the only direction for your career? It’s certainly OK to work toward promotions, but don’t forget to explore the other moves in mobile career development. This concept of “career leverage” holds value today as much as it did forty years ago. As one of the most recognized thought-leaders in HR, shares her deep wisdom, practical insights, and timeless truths developed over six decades of experience in career advancement and employee engagement. You’ll learn how Bev’s philosophy challenges traditional career paths and offers new ways for individuals to find satisfaction within their careers beyond the typical managerial trajectory. The conversation expands on groundbreaking yet practical strategies to empower two sets of relationships: HR leaders to managers and managers to their employees. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Manager Enablement Playbook!
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HR Superstars LIVE From Austin!
03/26/2024
HR Superstars LIVE From Austin!
We’re getting spicy in this episode – literally! , CPO at , , CPO at , and host dig into HR hot takes over hot wings in front of a live audience in Austin, Texas. Hot topics include the value of employee engagement surveys, who HR should report to, and knowledge decay from L&D efforts. Amy and Hollie also share their unfiltered insights on how to thrive as people leaders, from setting priorities to managing stress. Amy discusses fighting comparison and learning to say no, while Hollie reflects on her personal growth journey and the value of vulnerability. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook!
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Navigating Generational Diversity in the Modern Workforce with Donald Knight
03/19/2024
Navigating Generational Diversity in the Modern Workforce with Donald Knight
Can fusing Gen Z’s tech skills with older generations’ expertise create smarter HR practices and push business creativity forward? In this episode, , Chief People Officer at , shares his remarkable insights about Gen Z’s impacts on the workforce, DEI’s evolution, and fulfillment in maximizing your time and dedicating your service. Donald discusses his rich experiences and personal journey through HR, revealing that he doesn’t believe in a work-life balance. Instead, he uses a “work-life blender” strategy to facilitate personal growth and amplify talent development within his team. You’ll also learn why Donald calls on DEI professionals to shift their focus toward results and adopt a data-centered approach. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook!
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Fostering Connections and Conflicts in Remote Work with Katya Laviolette
03/12/2024
Fostering Connections and Conflicts in Remote Work with Katya Laviolette
The modern workplace is evolving to embrace the personal within the professional sphere. Think of it as “bringing your whole self to work.” In this episode, , CPO at , candidly discusses integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion practices within remote environments. She celebrates the blended approach of profit, people, and culture as a means for both individual and company-wide prosperity. Katya offers her insights on conflict management, the necessity of intentional communication, and the valuable impact that occasional in-person meetings can have on the work culture—including conflict resolution. The conversation also details the tricky topic of managing performance and behavior, advocating for simplicity and clarity in conveying company values. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Performance Review Playbook!
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Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth within HR with Rebecca Weaver
03/05/2024
Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth within HR with Rebecca Weaver
Continued changes within HR mean additional opportunities for growth and reimagination. But how can you take your own experiences, both in and out of HR, and apply what you’ve learned to benefit others? In this episode, , founder and CEO of , discusses HR’s transformative journey, challenging us to rethink how we work and lead. She proposes creating a specialized HR role that combines managerial duties with proactive employee involvement. This compelling vision of a restructured HR can guide organizations through modern-day challenges. Rebecca also shares her personal tales of resilience through her health crisis and the creation of HRuprise against the backdrop of #MeToo and the pandemic. Her story reveals the untold strength found in post-traumatic growth—a concept that sows seeds of change for contemporary leadership. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Manager Enablement Playbook!
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Redefining Work-Life Balance with Anessa Fike
02/27/2024
Redefining Work-Life Balance with Anessa Fike
What do you think about the meaning of HR work at its core? How do HR leaders bring humanity back to work cultures and meet changing workforce needs? The future of HR sees a call to action for leaders and organizations to redefine their work cultures. In this episode, , Founder of and author of challenges the traditional work structure framework and advocates for a more humane approach to productivity—one that honors diverse life demands. Anessa highlights the realities of an ever-changing workforce and the imperative for choice and adaptability in work arrangements. But the conversation is more than just a dialogue about work structure. From psychological safety to a culture celebrating vulnerability, the revolution of work should promote places of balance, respect, and emotional intelligence. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook!
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Embracing a Marathon Mindset in Your HR Journey with Marissa Morrison
02/20/2024
Embracing a Marathon Mindset in Your HR Journey with Marissa Morrison
In HR, cultivating a marathon mindset isn’t just a choice; it’s a necessity. It’s about pacing yourself for the long run, emphasizing strategic growth and intentional planning with each stride, and not just speeding through daily tasks. In this episode, we dive deep with , the VP of People at , as she discusses her impressive career and personal journey of balance, self-awareness, and intentional living. Throughout the conversation, the central theme revolves around understanding and acting upon your personal and professional aspirations. Marissa poses two powerful questions for self-reflection: “What do I want?” and “How do I want to show up?” Genuine answers to these questions will lead to finding activities that recharge your batteries while being conscious of those that drain you. Resources: For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player. Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Manager Enablement Playbook! Join the HR Superstars Summit on Feb 22nd at 12 ET. This free, virtual event is packed full of actionable insights by strategic HR professionals. Register !
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Finding Solid Ground Amidst Burnout with Jim Marsden
02/13/2024
Finding Solid Ground Amidst Burnout with Jim Marsden
How might your HR strategies improve if you know how to approach burnout and regrounding when feeling off-center? In this episode, , Executive Coach at , discusses the personalized nature of addressing workplace burnout and feeling overwhelmed. His instrumental guidance is ideal for anyone looking to become an executive. Learn more about recognizing internal conflicts that contribute to burnout and the value of aligning with your personal needs and values. You’ll also find practical advice for seeking perspective and navigating stress, proposing ways to support others and yourself when dealing with challenges. The discussion explores the symbolic path to self-awareness—the street-of-life concept. In your journey, you either feel overwhelmed and isolated (on the left side of the street) or grounded and connected (on the right side of the street). This conversation promises to shed light on the often-overlooked emotional battles many of us face in the HR journey. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook!
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Strategies for Unlocking Employee Potential with Sarah McTate
02/06/2024
Strategies for Unlocking Employee Potential with Sarah McTate
How do HR leaders constructively and positively navigate conflict while maintaining a thriving work culture? In this episode, we explore the innovative strategies , Director of People and Culture at , employs. She discusses tips and practical examples on fostering manager effectiveness, implementing a mental fitness program, and tackling conflict resolution within a small business. Among several highlights in the conversation is the concept of “Commander’s Intent,” aligning the entire team with the top-level goal and instilling a culture of growth and thriving. Also, learn more about #BeBetter—a concept Sarah and her team at TurboTenant use to promote personal development. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or , Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Find out more about self-saboteurs and Positive Intelligence’s mental fitness program ! Click to download 15Five's Manager Enablement Playbook!
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Strategies Never Fail - People Do with David Ducheyne
01/30/2024
Strategies Never Fail - People Do with David Ducheyne
Strategies never fail—people do. As an authority on the relationship between strategy and human behavior, engages in a powerful conversation about the negative behaviors that undermine collaboration and strategic progress within companies. David is the founder of out of Belgium, and we invited him to discuss what makes a meaningful strategy resonate deeper and last longer with employees. His insights resonate with anyone invested in nurturing a workplace culture primed for innovation and strategic triumph. In this episode, David reflects on how tolerating, hiring, and stimulating bad behaviors lead to failures in reinforcing strategies. He also addresses the emotional nuances of customer-oriented strategy detachment and the power of feedback to spark innovation. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five’s Employee Engagement Playbook!
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The Lifespan of Learning in HR with Meg Bear
01/23/2024
The Lifespan of Learning in HR with Meg Bear
Your skills at the start of your career may not be the same when you exit. How can HR leaders help their workforce adapt to the shortening lifespan of skills? , who is a luminary in the HR space, recently concluded her impactful tenure as the President of . Meg’s career pause for rest and exploration underlines the importance of stepping back to propel forward. In this episode, Meg reflects on the accelerated pace at which skills are becoming obsolete and the imperative for HR to emerge as culture-change agents. The conversation unfolds a glimpse into two critical strategies for HR leaders in 2024: fostering curiosity, particularly with AI, and ruthless prioritization. Meg also shares her heartfelt commitment to embracing vulnerability and the unknown in the leadership journey. She provokes thought on the transformation of HR titles and roles, reminding us that it’s not just a title shift— it’s an organizational mindset shift. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click for 15Five’s Performance Review Playbook!
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Removing Friction to Embrace Employee Fulfillment with Tonille Miller
01/16/2024
Removing Friction to Embrace Employee Fulfillment with Tonille Miller
Modern work often operates based on outdated models, stripping employees of their purpose or removing their growth opportunities. This doesn’t meet our knowledge workers’ needs and well-being. , founder of , explores the concept of employee disengagement and removing sources of friction as we enter the future of HR work. Inspired by Tonille’s book, “The Flourishing Effect,” the discussion expands on key insights and actionable methods to bolster an environment ripe for growth, meaning, autonomy, and learning. Aligning business goals and HR initiatives is just one element of strategic HR, backed by solid metrics that can aid in unlocking unprecedented employee potential. The evolving face of HR proffers the idea that leaders can create a sense of interdependence and purpose for all employees, impacting the important role of every job. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Check out Tonille’s book, “The Flourishing Effect,” Click to download 15Five's Employee Engagement Playbook.
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Talent Sourcing Strategies Beyond the Resume with Adam Gordon
01/09/2024
Talent Sourcing Strategies Beyond the Resume with Adam Gordon
The future of HR sees recruitment evolving faster than ever. Is your talent acquisition strategy ready for tomorrow's challenges? In this episode, , co-founder of , dives deep into the “humble, hungry, and smart” hiring philosophy. He brings a progressive twist, focusing on potential and cultural fit over traditional experience metrics. Talent acquisition is no place for the status quo. With this in mind, Adam emphasizes the crucial role of HR in strategic workforce planning, noting how generative AI and automation are game-changers in the hiring process. In discussing recruitment malpractices and technological advancements, Adam also spotlights the human element needed to give candidates a more informed and engaging application process. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five's HR Outcomes Playbook!
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Keeping the Humanity in a Humanless HR World with Mervyn Dinnen
01/02/2024
Keeping the Humanity in a Humanless HR World with Mervyn Dinnen
What are the emerging trends in HR? How will these trends shape the employee lifecycle journey as 2024 approaches? Join renowned analyst and author as he explores upcoming HR tides, including the shifting nature of the employee life cycle journey and the concept of “humanless” HR. The fact is, HR is transitioning from a period of management and direction to one of support and enablement. The balance between leveraging technology and preserving humanity in HR leads to a high-performing culture. It inspires your employees to bring their best, including flexibility, access to learning, holistic well-being, and personalized recognition. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . For more insights from Mervyn Dinnen on recruiting and retaining employees, read his co-authored books “ and “.” Click to download 15Five's Employee Engagement Playbook!
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Transforming HR Managers into Culture Architects with Melanie Lougee
12/26/2023
Transforming HR Managers into Culture Architects with Melanie Lougee
As automated and self-guided careers become the norm, what will the future hold for HR managers? , Head of Future HR Products at , focuses her work on what will be expected from the HR manager of tomorrow. In this episode, she explores the role managers will play in the evolving workforce, which includes generational differences and post-COVID environments. The future of HR isn’t only limited to changes in work management. It’s also about how managers must adapt their skills to create “thriving teams”—a concept that will replace traditional success metrics. *For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five's Manager Enablement playbook!
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Bringing People and Strategy Together with Arjen Mackaaij
12/19/2023
Bringing People and Strategy Together with Arjen Mackaaij
The journey from administrative to strategic HR is full of lessons to learn and skills to gain. But what additional insights and guidance can you glean from seasoned CPOs? As a previously experienced CPO, now serves as Chief People Officer at . In this episode, he shares his real-time journey and strategic approach to people operations. Learn how Arjen uses the Strength Finders framework to support unique individual skills within his team, promote effective collaboration, and sustain conflict resolution. He also highlights four important criteria, such as executive value fit, that every aspiring or established CPO should consider when deciding which organization to work with next. *For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you? Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Click to download 15Five's HR Outcomes Playbook:
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Doing More with Less with George LaRocque
12/12/2023
Doing More with Less with George LaRocque
In the era of AI and automation, how can HR leaders continue delivering meaningful outcomes when they have fewer resources? , Founder and Principal Analyst of delves into AI use in HR, shedding light on optimizing your workforce and “doing more with less.” In this episode, he shares invaluable insights on data protection, aligning HR with business strategy, and relinquishing the status quo. Drawing from his expertise as an HR industry tech executive, George also explores how to craft a compelling business case to win over leadership. You’ll learn that embracing the future of HR includes skills-based organizations and a fresh perspective on recruitment, retention, and resource allocation. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook -
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Visions for the HR Work of Tomorrow with Neil Jensen
12/05/2023
Visions for the HR Work of Tomorrow with Neil Jensen
The here-and-now of HR work is always on your mind. But do you anticipate what the future will look like? Have you considered what role AI will play and what’s in store for frontline workers? In this episode, , Future of Work Thought Leader and Strategist at , explores these questions and more. Neil shares his insights on the evolving workforce and the hottest topic in HR right now: generative AI. Throughout the conversation, you’ll find how this technology ties in with the future of HR and can potentially accelerate your journey from administrative work to strategic leadership. You’ll also learn the importance of frontline workers and what their development could (and should) look like going forward. *For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on . Download 15Five’s HR Outcomes Playbook -
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Learning to Grow by Letting Go with Katie Cox Branham
11/28/2023
Learning to Grow by Letting Go with Katie Cox Branham
The HR journey is filled with lessons, inspirations, and growth. , VP of People at , shares her story to motivate others to elevate their game. Hers is a testament to the dedication and drive as the first HR hire at Salesloft, eventually becoming a strategic people leader. In this episode, Katie talks about her early days doing tasks she loved, from reimagining the orientation program to transitioning off old systems and implementing new software. But as she rose in HR, she reflected on the struggle of letting go and transitioning into a management role. There's much to learn from the conversation's takeaways, including how employee fulfillment and engagement make up the formula for effective work cultures. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on Download 15Five's Performance Review Playbook: Outcomes Playbook
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HR Superstars Live From Thrive!
11/21/2023
HR Superstars Live From Thrive!
What does it really mean to be strategic in HR? In 2022, only 46% of HR leaders were viewed as contributing strategic value to the business by their peers in the C-suite, according to Sapient Insights Group’s . This week’s episode centers on the state of strategic HR today and as we approach 2024. Join the conversation recorded live from our recent THRIVE conference in Denver, Colorado, with , Director of Research at , and , VP of People at . Hot topics include the impact of AI on HR, the need for change management, and a remarkable decrease in regrettable turnover from 40% to 3%! For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on Click for Adam’s webinar on gratitude and centeredness practices!
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Managing the Person, Not the Role with Alex Genetti
11/14/2023
Managing the Person, Not the Role with Alex Genetti
Exceptional business growth requires exceptional human growth. It’s important to give employees plenty of avenues to take agency over their own careers. Only eight years ago, , Head of People at , started as a people coordinator and quickly elevated to leading a people function. In that short time, she mastered several skills that support her leadership abilities, including confidence in concise and effective communication about what matters to who matters. Alex shares her insights on an employee’s responsibility to prioritize professional development resources. She emphasizes that they need to have the motivation to learn and develop themselves. The conversation continues about work cultures of transparency and trust that allow employees to voice their concerns and aspirations. Each employee experience is unique, and effective HR leaders lean into managing the person, not the role. After all, people don’t always leave companies; they leave managers. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on elevating your HR career by following him on Download 15Five's HR Outcomes Playbook:
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How Technology Can Drive HR Decisions and Strategic Thinking with John Machado
11/07/2023
How Technology Can Drive HR Decisions and Strategic Thinking with John Machado
Imagine getting quality HR software to handle your everyday tasks. How would your role blossom if you had more time to concentrate on the work you love to do? Join the conversation with , CTO at , as he shares his insights on how technology can empower HR leaders to unlock their full potential. You’ll explore the role of AI in harnessing HR data, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Learn how leveraging technology can elevate the future of HR work and lead you to become a more strategic thinker. *For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on how to elevate your HR career by following him on . Download 15Five's Performance Review Playbook:
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Making the Shift from Doer to Leader with Kelli Thompson
10/31/2023
Making the Shift from Doer to Leader with Kelli Thompson
Elevating from individual contributor to C-suite, strategic HR leader is a hard yet worthwhile journey. It requires an identity shift from doer to leader, but the mindset change doesn’t happen overnight. Leadership coach , founder of , specializes in helping women advance to rooms where decisions are made. In this episode, she shares her personal experience of transitioning from an administrative role to a team leader. Kelli also discusses a pattern of behavior she’s seen with many clients, something she calls the “overwhelm cycle.” Anyone working toward a leadership role must learn how to be comfortable with the discomfort of delegating. When you let go of needing to be the hero who saves the day, you make room to find new answers for this new world of work. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Hear Adam’s thoughts on how to elevate your HR career by following him on
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What U.S. HR Leaders Can Learn from Their European Counterparts with Even Bolstad
10/24/2023
What U.S. HR Leaders Can Learn from Their European Counterparts with Even Bolstad
What if HR could be a tool to elevate careers and build productive work-life balances? , President of the , explains that in Europe, it’s not a choice between one or the other. In this episode, you’ll learn about the need to upskill and reskill the workforce, the potential social consequences of not adapting to the culture that is (not what it should be), and the importance of learning from diverse HR practices across Europe. *For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on , , or . Or tune in . Original podcast track produced by . Want to connect with thousands of other strategic HR leaders like you, Listening on a desktop & can’t see the links? Just search for HR Superstars in your favorite podcast player.* Tracking link: Outcomes Playbook Ungated content (for reference):
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