Tania Gandamihardja, BAE: Authentic leadership, AI in HR, and performance through wellbeing

In this episode, Nick is joined by Tania Gandamihardja, Chief Human Resource Officer at BAE Systems, a global leader in defense and security. Together, they explore the future of work – from the growing importance of STEM education to the ethical use of AI in HR. Tania shares her personal journey from studying chemistry to leading HR at one of the world’s most innovative companies, and how life experiences have shaped her leadership style.The conversation covers the decline in STEM subject uptake, the value of apprenticeships in expanding opportunity, and why maintaining a human-centric approach in the age of AI is more vital than ever. Tania also reflects on how authenticity in leadership, continuous learning, and a strategic focus on mental health and wellbeing can foster more resilient, high-performing workplaces.Subscribe to hear more conversations with leaders who are transforming the world of work from within.✔️ Find out more about Lead From Within: unmind.com/lead-from-within✔️ Follow Nick: on LinkedIn ⁠linkedin.com/in/dr-nick-taylor/✔️ Visit Unmind.com to learn more about performance, leadership, and transforming mental health at work