The HR Dialogues

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The HR Dialogues

Yesterday’s HR playbooks don’t work. Let’s talk about it.Welcome to HR Dialogues, the show where HR leaders discuss the obstacles and opportunities facing people professionals today. Tune in to hear from HR leaders and innovators sharing insights on HR from the front lines. From business impact to HR capabilities, you will get an inside view on the topics that need to be on your radar as an HR leader.Hosted by Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at AIHR and ex-CHRO. 

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    #43 | Adaptive Strategy in Practice: Why Execution, Culture and People Matter

    Why do traditional training metrics fail to show business impact? A learning expert shares key insights for HR on how to measure what truly matters and prove the value of learning.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, learning strategist and data expert. Together, they unpack the limitations of traditional learning metrics and explore how HR can better connect learning to real business outcomes.Alaina has over 20 years of experience in learning and development. She has worked as an L&D professional, trainer, professor, researcher, and business owner. She is now helping organizations and entrepreneurs build data-driven learning strategies and drive smarter decisions.In this episode, we’ll discuss:Why completion rates, satisfaction scores, and quizzes don’t prove impactHow to shift from learning metrics to behavior and performanceThe role of work environment and organizational systems in driving behavior changeReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #42 | Why AI and Employee Wellbeing Need to be Discussed Together

    Is your organization truly prioritizing wellbeing or just handing out another app? Discover key insights from a bestselling author and wellbeing advocate on how businesses must embrace systemic change to truly support employee wellness in the modern workplace.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Ryan Hopkins, Chief Impact Officer at JAAQ, a rising well-being platform for businesses. Together, they explore the evolving well-being landscape, the unintended consequences of digital tools, and why measuring what matters is key to creating sustainable workplaces.As a global well-being leader, Ryan has helped major organizations like Microsoft, Bupa, Sainsbury’s, and Deloitte reduce burnout, improve performance, and navigate the human impact of an increasingly digital and AI‑driven workplace. He is also the author of the best-selling book “52 Weeks of Well-being”.In this episode, we’ll discuss:The digital well-being crisis and how constant connectivity impacts employeesHow to move beyond apps and perks to build a truly human-centered cultureThe role of data and leadership in creating sustainable wellbeing strategiesReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #41 | Why AI Maturity Is More About People Than Technology

    How are organizations using AI, and what does AI maturity look like in practice? Discover key insights from a seasoned AI expert on navigating adoption, measuring impact, and building responsible, human-centered AI strategies.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Eryn Peters, co-founder of the AI Maturity Index. Together, they dive into how organizations are adopting AI, what true AI maturity means, and how HR can lead responsibly in an AI-driven future.As a future of Work evangelist, Eryn brings deep expertise in AI adoption, organizational culture, and workforce transformation, grounded in her extensive global research, with over 300,000 data points.In this episode, we’ll discuss:- How to assess and improve AI maturity across teams and regions- The psychological and cultural factors influencing AI adoption- Why HR plays a central role in building responsible, organization-wide AI strategiesReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #40 | Making the Deal Work: The Strategic Role of HR in Mergers and Acquisitions

    How can HR drive value before, during, and after a merger or acquisition? Get actionable insights for navigating M&A with confidence, clarity, and impact from a seasoned HR executive and educator.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Andrew Bartlow, Founder of People Leader Accelerator and veteran HR leader. Together, they explore the real value HR brings to M&A, the pitfalls to avoid, and how to lead through uncertainty with a clear strategy.Andrew has 35+ years of HR experience, including senior roles at Pepsi, GE, and Wells Fargo, and now supports CHROs and HR teams through high-impact advisory work. He has guided dozens of successful mergers and acquisitions.In this video, we’ll discuss:How HR can align with the value creation plan to drive successful M&AThe biggest misconceptions about HR’s role in M&AHow to create clarity, retain key talent, and align culture with business goalsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #39 | Psychological Safety: What It Really Means for HR and Leadership

    What does psychological safety really look like in today’s dynamic workplace? And how can HR play a role in shaping cultures where trust, authenticity, and feedback thrive?Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist as he sits down with Michelle Fields, former VP of HR at AIHR, to unpack the complexities and realities of psychological safety across modern organizations.In this episode, Dieter and Michelle explore how psychological safety impacts team dynamics, HR’s role in enabling versus owning it, and how leaders can intentionally build cultures where people can show up as their true selves—even in high-performance, hybrid, or AI-driven environments.Michelle brings nearly 15 years of cross-industry HR experience, spanning construction, publishing, advertising, and digital innovation. Her insights blend strategic thinking with human-first leadership, making this conversation both practical and powerful.In this episode, we discuss:- Defining psychological safety and what it actually looks like in today’s - workplace- Unpacking HR’s role in enabling trust without overstepping boundaries- Exploring how leaders can build safety into even the most high-paced work environmentsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #38 | Building Influence in HR: Strategies for Connection

    What makes a great leader in today's evolving workplace? Find out how a workplace psychologist and executive coach breaks down why strong relationships make better leaders, teams, and cultures.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Dr. Karen Bridbord, Chief Talent Officer and licensed psychologist. Drawing from her background in workplace psychology and executive coaching, Karen unpacks what it means to lead through connection — and how building authentic relationships at work leads to better business outcomes.Karen’s work focuses on leadership development, emotional intelligence, and building psychologically safe and resilient teams. She is also the author of The Relationship-Driven Leader, a book that explores the impact of everyday interactions on team experience and performance.In this episode we’ll discuss:- The four pillars of relationship-driven leadership and their impact on workplace wellness and productivity- Why authentic connection, not just cooperation, drives effective collaboration- How HR can balance relationship-building with accountability and foster resilient leadership culturesReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #37 | How to Build a Business-first Strategy

    How can HR leaders design impactful strategies and prepare for a future with AI-powered teams? Find out how the co-founder of a talent intelligence platform builds business-led HR strategies that truly deliver results.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Avinash Kohli, co-founder at intalent.ai, to unpack how HR leaders can create and implement a business-first HR strategy that is proactive, agile, and future-ready.Avinash is an HR tech entrepreneur with 20+ years of global experience across Citibank, GE, and Boeing. At intalent.ai, he is reimagining the future of talent acquisition through AI-powered solutions that help organizations scale smarter and hire better.In this episode we’ll discuss:- What makes a business-first HR strategy and why it matters- The link between strategy, organizational design, and execution- How AI and digital agents will reshape HRReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #36 | Where HR Goes Next: Skills, AI and the Power of Being Human

    What are the biggest trends influencing the HR environment and how can HR practitioners prepare for the future of work? An experienced professor shares key insights on AI, leadership, and the evolving workforce.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Professor Marc Miller. Together, they explore HR's current and future challenges and opportunities, focusing on the influence of AI and the changing dynamics of the workforce.Marc Miller is an author, consultant, and academic with a distinguished career in industrial psychology and HR. Over the years, he has held key consulting roles with top organizations, pioneered HRIS development, and founded his own consulting firm, Marc S. Miller Associates.In this episode we’ll discuss:- The evolving nature of the workforce, including the blend of humans, avatars, robots, and gig workers- The necessary qualities and skills for future leaders and HR practitioners- Strategies for preparing the workforce for an AI-powered worldReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #35 | Self-managed Teams: Freedom, Responsibility and Everything In-Between

    How can self-managed teams stay accountable and ensure alignment with organizational goals? An experienced professor in Human Resource Management shares key insights on the essential factors to make self-managed teams work.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Bex Hewett, Associate Professor in Human Resource Management at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University. Together, they explore the challenges and benefits of moving towards self-managed or leaderless organizational structures. Bex has 10 years of experience working in HR and 12 years as an HR scholar. She’s also the Academic Director of the part-time PhD program of the Erasmus Institute of Management. Her research focuses on self-managing organizations, the experience of HR practices at work, motivation at work, and wellbeing.In this video we’ll discuss:- The importance of an international structure and strong principles in self-managed teams- The shift in how leadership and authority function- HR’s role in facilitating collaboration and trustReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #34 | Frontline Employee Engagement: What Workers Really Need from Employers

    How can businesses truly understand and engage frontline workers? The CEO of a mobile app for frontline workers shares key insights on meeting employee needs and boosting engagement.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Cristian Grossmann – CEO & co-founder of Beekeeper, a mobile-first app that connects frontline workers with everything they need to do great work. Together, they explore the current working experience of frontline employees and what they really need from employers.Cristian has a PhD in Engineering from ETH Zurich and over 12 years of experience in strategy and startups. He has a strong background in management consulting, having advised Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation, customer experience, and organizational change.In this episode we’ll discuss:The daily experiences and challenges of frontline workersHR and leadership’s role in improving frontline experienceOpportunities for technology and AI integration in frontline workReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #33 | AI for HR and Business: Where to Start and How to Succeed

    How can businesses start integrating AI into HR? The CEO of a technology-driven startup and AI advisor illustrates the importance of transparency, trust, and the right mindset in order to support AI adoption across the business.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Sophia Matveeva – CEO & founder of Tech For Non-Techies, an education platform and community that teaches non-technical professionals about technology, entrepreneurship, and career success. Together, they explore the iterative process of AI adoption in HR.Sophia has contributed to the Harvard Business Review, Financial Times, The Guardian and Forbes on entrepreneurship and technology, and hosts the top rated Tech for Non-Techies podcast. She also sits on the Advisory Board to Riviter, which uses AI to predict consumer trends for the world's biggest brands.In this episode we’ll discuss:The importance of an experimental and iterative mindset in AI implementationThe complexity of the "human" element in AI adoption The value of leadership in role-modeling continuous learningReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #32 | Inclusion in the Workplace: Building Cultures Where Everyone Thrives

    How can organizations create a truly inclusive environment where everyone can grow? Join Dr. Dieter Veldsman as he speaks with organizational effectiveness and DEI expert Amri B. Johnson about building inclusive workplaces.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Amri B. Johnson – organizational effectiveness and diversity, equity, and inclusion expert – to discuss the importance of creating conditions for people to thrive within organizations.Amri believes that true inclusion transcends individual group identities and focuses on actions that foster growth, responsibility, and a shared organizational purpose. He uses his extensive background in DEI to advocate for building companies that are constantly moving forward based on their organizational purpose.In this episode we’ll discuss: Moving beyond performative DEI initiativesCreating a culture of growth and shared purposeBuilding "river companies" that are constantly advancingReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #31 | Setting Boundaries in HR: How to Manage Expectations

    How can you set boundaries and manage expectations in HR? Find out how a seasoned HR executive, with nearly two decades of experience, delivers responsive HR support while maintaining clear boundaries on when HR should step in to address people-related queries.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Laksh Sharma – an HR expert with 18 years of experience leading global HR advisory, HR operations, talent transformation, and organizational change. Together, they explore how HR can guide the relationship and set the right boundaries to enable managers with credibility into the future.Laskh is currently a subject matter expert at AIHR. He’s held leadership positions in companies such as IBM and Deloitte Engineering, and is an advocate of DE&I practices and mental well-being in the workplace. In this video we’ll discuss:- The importance of setting clear HR roles while empowering managers to handle people-related queries- The 3Es to empower managers: enablement, engagement, and effectiveness- The value of business acumen to understand managers’ perspectivesReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #30 | How to Structure Your HR Department for Growth

    How do you structure your HR department for growth? Find out how an experienced HR adviser at Learngility navigates through different inflection points of scaling start-ups.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with JooBee Yeow – an adviser to start-ups, educator, speaker, writer and entrepreneur at Learngility – to explore how HR departments should adapt and evolve as start-ups grow. Together they explore identifying the challenges, HR’s priorities, and how HR can set up both itself and the business for success at each phase. JooBee is a trained Systems Engineer with a PhD in Leadership Development. With experience working with 2, 20, and 200 year-old companies as a consultant and internal HR, she has helped start-ups navigate their inflection points and transition from the creative chaos stage to repeatable performance. In this video we’ll discuss:The 6 business foundations HR departments at scaling start-ups should focus onThe HR best practices to navigate inflection points and avoid pitfallsThe importance of setting guardrails and boundaries for HR Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #29 | Innovating Performance Management for Business Impact

    How can HR professionals revitalize performance management to drive employee engagement and business success? Find out how Talent Management Strategist and Consultant Megan Bickle shifts the focus from evaluation to development and growth.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Megan Bickle - Talent Management Strategist and Consultant – to explore how you ensure performance goals are directly linked to overall business objectives.Megan’s philosophy is that a great HR strategist understands more than just one HR specialty. She uses her extensive background in performance management, talent succession planning, and employee engagement strategy to support organizations through talent management transformation.In this episode we’ll discuss: Performance management’s place in a modern organizationRe-branding your organization’s performance management processPitfalls in performance review strategy and philosophy Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #28 | How Talent Mobility and Employer Brand Experience Drive Success

    Want to create an organizational culture of mobility and career growth? Find out how The Walt Disney Company fosters an organization where employees are engaged, satisfied, and eager to grow their careers.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Dayana Falcon – Senior Manager, Career Infrastructure and Engagement at The Walt Disney Company – to discuss how you can create a culture of mobility and career growth within your organization.Dayana Falcon is a HR tech visionary with an extensive background in talent management and digital marketing. With her expertise in employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and career development, she spearheads innovative initiatives to address the evolving needs of the modern workforce.In this episode we’ll discuss:The importance of a human-centered approach to HRThe power of culture and mobilityThe intersection of employee experience and business prioritiesReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #27 | What’s Next for the Modern Workplace?

    How do you ensure your HR practices are future-proof? Find out how a director of talent, organization, and digital AI uses tech and people to align with a rapidly changing industry.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Vinay Singh, director of future of work at NTT, to discuss how HR professionals can optimize their organizations to stay ahead of the curve.Vinay is a driving force in human capital and technology, committed to building a future where organizations thrive with data-driven talent strategies. In his Director of Future of Work role, he helps organizations develop data-driven employee pathways for retention and productivity.In this video we’ll discuss: How do you engage a four-generation society at work?Does HR take maturity models too far?Why should HR be concerned about AI bias and hallucination?Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #26 | Why Corporate Universities Are an Essential Learning Strategy

    What is a corporate university, and is it the right choice for your organization? Learn about the benefits of corporate universities, different approaches to implementing a corporate university, and more.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman is joined by Debra Dee Bradford — Senior Consultant and Adjunct Professor — to discuss the value that corporate universities offer, and compare the benefits (and limitations) of an internal or external approach. They also discuss learning ROI, and evaluating learning partners.Debra Dee Bradford is a business consultant who combines employment law, analytical data, strategic HR, industry compliance, transformational OD, & executive coaching to align employee actions with the strategic goals of the organization. She is also the creator and facilitator of customized training and professional development workshops in leadership.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we discuss:- The pros and cons of outsourcing your corporate university- What we get wrong with learning ROI- The difference between learning journeys and learning programsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #25 | Building Influence Through Effective HR-Board Relationships

    What does the future of HR leadership look like? Find out how HR leadership is changing, and how HR leaders of the future can make the most of HR-Board relationships.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman is joined by Emmanuel Michael — Leadership and Career Coach — to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing HR leaders of the future, and how leaders can build their influence using HR-board relations.Emmanuel Michael is a leadership and career coach, author, public speaker, and host of HRwithEM. He uses his 20+ years of management experience to help future leaders leverage their potential to accomplish their dreams. In this episode of The HR Dialogues we discuss:- Two key skills CHROs need to be effective today- How the business acumen gap is affecting HR- The golden rule for CHROs in board meetingsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #24 | Embracing Change in HR: Strategies for Future Success

    What does new technology and the changing world of work mean for HR? Find out how you can turn change to your advantage as a Human Resources professional.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman is joined by Jan Laurijssen — HR Evangelist, Researcher and Consultant with SD Worx — to discuss how major changes in organizations, business, and technology will affect HR professionalsJan Laurijssen is an HR consultant, researcher, and evangelist for SD Worx, a trusted leading European provider of end-to-end HR solutions for all organizations and workers. Before joining SD Worx, he worked as a project and learning technology manager.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we discuss:- What changing technology means for HR skill sets- Why the HRBP model will need to evolve- How HR professionals need to think differently about careersReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #23 | The State of HR: Reputation, Careers, and the Future Outlook

    What does the future look like for HR? Find out what workforce data reveals about HR careers, challenges, and more.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman is joined by three guests to discuss the state of HR today and the challenges facing Human Resources professionals. We're excited to welcome Dr. Lisa Simon (Chief Economist at Revelio Labs), Dr. Hakki Ozdenoren (Senior Economist at Revelio Labs), and Dr. Marna van der Merwe (HR Subject Matter Expert at AIHR).Revelio Labs is an industry leader in workforce intelligence, using analytics to help organizations understand labor markets and make data-driven decisions. Revelio Labs and AIHR partnered to create the State of HR report, focusing on five challenges the function faces.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we discuss:- What's holding HR careers back- Why the HR talent pipeline is causing headaches- Has HR become a cult?Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #22 | How AI in Recruitment Is Changing the Game

    AI is already being used in recruitment. Find out what this means for HR professionals, candidates, and the business.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Qasim Asad Salam – Co-Founder and CEO at Remotebase and Talently.ai – to discuss the rise of AI in recruitment and how technology is changing work as we know it.Qasim Asad Salam is an entrepreneur who has extensive experience in building and leading technology companies that solve real-world problems. As the CEO and Co-founder at Talently.ai, he has seen first hand the massive impact that artificial intelligence can have on the world of work, and the field of recruitment in particular. In this episode of The HR Dialogues we discuss:- How AI is transforming job interviews- The impact of AI on talent supply- How humans compare to AI when it comes to biasReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #21 | The Future of Employee Experience: How To Enter the New Era

    The future of Employee Experience is bright, but we have work to do to get there. Find out why EX needs to keep evolving, and what's next for the field.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman talks EX with Ben Whitter – bestselling author and Founder & Chief Experience Officer at HEX Organization – to talk about human experience, employee experience, and how organizations can use this to deliver strategic value and impact.Ben Whitter is a bestselling author and leading authority on Employee Experience. He pioneered and popularized the concept of EX around the world, and is a popular keynote speaker on the topic. He is also the Chief Experience Officer at HEX Organization, provides EX certification, coaching, and consulting for leading global brands.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we will discuss:- Why leaders are at the heart of Employee Experience- Why EX needs to be cross-functional - How organizations can use EX to unlock productivityReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #20 | ESG and HR: How HR Can Drive ESG Initiative

    How can HR drive ESG and sustainability? Find out how culture can be a driver for authentic ESG initiatives.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Sakshi Bansal – Senior Strategy Consultant at Arup – to explore the role HR has to play in driving ESG initiatives authentically through culture.Sakshi Bansal is a Senior Strategy Consultant at Arup and the Founder of Project LEAP, a UNESCO-recognized project that aims to provide equal education opportunities to all sectors of society. Before joining Arup, Sakshi was a United Nations General Assembly Delegate for the civil society coalition and NGO representation.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we will discuss:- What people get wrong about ESG- Why sustainability is about risks- Why HR’s voice matters Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #19 | HR Service Delivery: Entering a New Era

    How does co-sourcing benefit both employees and managers? Find out what co-sourced HR can mean for your HR service delivery at your organization.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Carol Awad – Founder of HRhotline.com – to explore the many reasons why HR needs to embrace co-sourcing and what it means for HR service delivery.Carol Awad is the founder of HRhotline.com, a remote call center dedicated to providing solutions for workplace and management issues. As an HR Director and expert for more than twenty years, Carol has seen all the HR pitfalls and has founded her own company to solve them remotely. And she’s joining us on the HR Dialogues to share her insights.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we will discuss:What co-sourcing HR can do for your organizationHow to engage employees through co-sourcingHow employees can access HR expertiseReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #18 | AI in Learning and Development: Transforming Professional Growth

    How can AI contribute to learning and development? Find out how AI can help establish a high-performing culture through learning.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi – Co-Founder & CEO at Dextego – to explore the most effective approach to workplace learning.Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi is the Co-Founder and CEO at Dextego, an AI Coaching Platform that helps people communicate, collaborate, and lead better. Ioanna is an award-winning young leader with entrepreneurial spirit who believes in the transformative power of technology to democratize access to career development.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we will discuss:- Why learners want instant gratification- How AI can provide equal access to learning opportunities- How you can use AI to enhance, not replace, learning coachesReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #17 | Rethinking Talent Management for Business Success

    What is talent management? Find out why there is still ambiguity around talent management and how to create the clarity your organization needs.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Marna van der Merwe (PhD) – Subject Matter Expert at AIHR and Organizational Psychologist – to find out how to leverage data for talent management.Marna van der Merwe is an Organizational Psychologist with more than 13 years of experience in HR. She wrote her PhD. thesis on talent management and is an expert on talent branding, acquisition, mobility, and development.In this episode of The HR Dialogues we will discuss:- What talent management really is- Why we’re approaching talent management data wrong- Why talent hoarding delays developmentReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #16 | Why Frontline Employee Experience Is Critical for Business Impact

    What is frontline - sometimes referred to as deskless -  employee experience? Find out how HR can create business impact by prioritizing frontline workers.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Ruben Wieman – founder and CEO at Oneteam – to find out how to get started with designing a better frontline employee experience.Ruben Wieman is a young entrepreneur and a Forbes 30 under 30 nominee. He is the founder of Oneteam and helps companies make their deskless workers more engaged and successful.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- What deskless employee experience is- Why frontline workers need to be a priority for HR- How to drive EX by improving UXReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #15 | How to Harness the Power of People and Talent Analytics

    What is talent analytics? Find out why Reimund Nienaber believes people analytics is crucial for any organization.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Reimund Nienaber – HR Thought Leader and Consulting Director at EDLIGO – to find out why people analytics is met with resistance and how to show its value.Reimund Nienaber is a seasoned HR Leader with more than 25 years of experience in the telecommunications sector. He is an analytics enthusiast and believes that data can make a long-lasting impact on teams of any size.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- Why people analytics is met with resistance- How to translate people data into actionable insights- The difference between legal and ethical dataWatch the full video to learn how to build more trust in your organization with talent data analytics.____________________________________________________________________________Upskill yourself and future-proof your HR career with our courses and certificate programs:- Build a full analytics skill set https://aihr.ac/4adKSH6 - Master powerful dashboarding skills https://aihr.ac/3TVfBmD - Lead the digital transformation of HR https://aihr.ac/3TRWQjY Get unlimited access to all AIHR training courses and certificate programs with our Full Academy License https://aihr.ac/4afmXHA 👋👋 P.S. Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest HR developments!https://www.linkedin.com/school/aihr/ 

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    #14 | HR Business Partnering: Towards the Next Chapter

    What are the secrets of the HR Business Partner? Find out why Alexis Crimaldi believes curiosity is key for impactful HRBPs.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Alexis Crimaldi – HRBP Lead and U.S. Data Security Officer at TikTok – to find out how to become the right hand for your leadership teamAlexis Crimaldi is a veteran HR Business Partner Lead, with experience at global companies such as TikTok, Twitter, Burberry, and American Eagle. She believes that HR Business Partnering shouldn’t be a role, but rather an approach that contributes to the organization.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- HR Business Partners as Thought Partners- How AI will change what BPs do- How to translate HR value into businessReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #13 | Career Management: How To Unlock Career Mobility With Data

    How can you employ data to drive your career forward? Find out how Abhijeet Narvekar helps individuals and organizations prepare for the future of work.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Abhijeet Narvekar  – Chief Executive Officer at Career Unleashed – to explore how you can use automation to proactively manage your career.Abhijeet Narvekar is an experienced people analytics leader who helps companies grow and understand their competition by analyzing people data. With a background in engineering, Abhijeet works to improve recruitment and people processes through automation.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- Career planning and management- Using data to unlock career paths- Thinking beyond degrees and skillsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #12 | Why Skills Based Organizations Are The Future

    How can skills-based practices benefit your organization? Find out how Alison Lands helps organizations by promoting skills-based work infrastructures.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Alison Lands – Head of Strategy at SkyHive – to explore how skills-based hiring practices can solve both talent shortages and 'hiring remorse.'Alison Lands is a lifelong skills evangelist who is dedicated to helping today's workforce by providing them with the skills necessary to thrive in the knowledge economy. Alison’s core belief is that investing in human capital is the catalyst for society's next wave of growth and innovation.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- What skills-based organizations are- The mindset shift of skills-based practice- Deconstructing work and transferable skillsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #11 | The Future of Coaching What Lies Ahead

    What kind of coaching is the best fit for your organization? Find out how Dr. Glenn Wallis helps companies and individuals achieve their goals through coaching.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Dr. Glenn Wallis – Managing Director at Exigence – to explore how coaching functions in different contexts and how to find the right coach for your organization.Dr. Glenn Wallis is one of the few people in the world with a Doctorate in coaching. He draws from his extensive experience in coaching and leadership to deliver positive and sustainable business impacts through rigorous, evidence-based, and measurable approaches.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- What coaching is- Crucial success factors for coaching- Team coaching and leadership coachingReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #10 | Customer-Centric Culture: How HR Can Transform The Organization

    How can you empower employees to lead organizational change? Find out how Claire Bonenfant transformed detractors into active agents of change.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Claire Bonenfant – Country Director at SThree – to explore how companies can combine great vision with purposeful implementation to drive organizational change.Claire Bonenfant is a leader in the field of recruitment and talent acquisition, with 16 years of experience directing teams and projects. Her passion is helping employees find purpose and meaning in their work, while creating a positive environment where people can feel safe, learn, develop, and perform at their best.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- How to create a customer-centric culture- Why transformation needs to be transparent- How to lead organizational transformation through storytellingReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #9 | Talent Sourcing: Why Employee Referrals Work

    How can you expand and improve your talent pool? Find out how Nasser Oudjidane leverages talent sourcing and employee referrals to win the war for talent.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Nasser Oudjidane – Co-Founder and former Chief Executive Officer at Intrro – to explore how companies can tackle the 85 million talent shortage.Nasser Oudjidane is an experienced leader in the field of recruitment and talent acquisition. In 2019 he co-founded Intrro, a recruitment startup that leverages automated and gamified employee referrals to improve employee engagement and hiring conversion rates.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, we will discuss:- The problem with automation in talent acquisition- The importance of a successful employee referral strategy- Building referral networks to access talent poolsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #8 | Employee Engagement

    Why is employee engagement important? Find out how Dr. Cecile Benade ensures employees have the resources they need to stay engaged.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Dr. Cecile Benade – Organizational Effectiveness Lead at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings Limited – to explore how you can effectively engage your employees and enable them to deliver on what the business needs.Dr. Benade is an industrial psychologist with extensive experience in Human Resources. As an Organizational Effectiveness Lead, she develops targeted organizational interventions that increase employee engagement and increase business effectiveness.In this episode, we’ll discuss:Balancing demands and resources to drive engagementBuilding trust through the processHelping leaders internalize feedbackReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    Special Episode | Solving Mental Health Through Digital

    How can organizations positively impact their employee’s well-being? Find out how the CFO of JoinPanda fosters communities to navigate and support mental health.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners around the globe as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Mandy Muchnick — New Venture Chief Financial Officer at JoinPanda — to explore how organizations can use digital resources to improve and increase the mental health and well-being of their employees.Mandy is a former Private Equity Transactor with years of experience in tech. Mandy is currently scaling mental healthcare services through her role as Chief Financial Officer at JoinPanda with AI-powered early detection, prevention, and ongoing support. She is also Co-Founder and Co-CEO at imagine.nation, her non-profit with a focus on education and entrepreneurship.In this episode we will discuss:- The importance of community support for mental well-being- Accessibility of mental health resources- Benefits of investing in employees’ mental healthReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #7 | Employee Listening and Feedback

    How can you use employee listening to inform your people and business strategies? Find out how the CEO and Co-Founder of DL Network Analytics uses data to drive decision-making.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners around the globe as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Loes de Boer — Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at DL Network Analytics — to discuss how you can utilize data to inform your decision-making, specifically regarding remote and hybrid work strategies.Loes is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of DL Network Analytics, where she combines network analysis and data to help organizations make more informed decisions regarding their people and business strategies. She focuses on building remote and hybrid work environments and improving organizational cooperation.In this episode we will discuss:- Making remote work decisions based on data- The value of employee listening and feedback- Understanding employee behavior and motivationsReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #6 | How to Become an Effective Remote Leader

    How can you become an effective remote leader? Find out how the Founder of DB Coaching and Development learned to show up authentically as a leader.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners around the globe as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Darren Barrett — Founder and Director at DB Coaching and Development — to explore the most important elements of successful leadership.Darren is a Transformational Coach and business professional with nearly 30 years of leadership experience. He coaches today’s leaders to overcome their own fears and learn to inspire and motivate teams authentically and consistently. Darren also works with teams, using a blend of training, coaching, and mentoring to build a culture of inspirational leadership.In this episode we’ll discuss:- The three most important elements of communicating as a leader- Learning how to trust your team- Becoming the leader you want to beReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #5 | Employee Well-being: What HR Needs to Do

    How can organizations improve their employee wellbeing? Find out how a Clinical Psychologist helps leaders and employees build the right mental health skills.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Linda Mthenjane - Clinical Psychologist and Managing Director at The Space Between Us - to explore what organizations can do to support employees, leaders, and HR on their mental health  and wellbeing journeys.Linda is a Clinical Psychologist whose purpose is to help people grow their mental strength. Over the past 25 years she has successfully divided her work life between strategic Human Capital Management and running a private clinical practice.In this episode we’ll discuss:- How mental health struggles are manifesting in organizations- HR as first mental health responders - Personalizing mental health wellbeingReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #4 | Designing Employee Experiences That Matter

    What’s the impact of a positive employee experience? Find out how and why the Service Design team at Livework studio enhanced their employee experience.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Rosa Storm and Anne van Lieren - Service Designer and Lead Service Designer at Livework studio - to explore how you can improve your employee experience through the lens of service design.Rosa designs creative solutions for her team and their customers at Livework. Anne works on the crossroads of service design, behavioural science and business to define and design customer experience.In this episode we’ll discuss:What service design isThe four lenses of service designDesigning employee experienceReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #3 | Rethinking Total Rewards

    What does the future of total rewards look like? And how can you prepare for it? Get research-backed answers directly from a Professor of Reward & Sustainability.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Xavier Baeten — Professor of Reward & Sustainability @ Vlerick Business School — to explore what the future rewards practitioner needs to look like and what you can do to start preparing for it. Xavier is a reward and sustainability professor whose interests lie in, among other things, aligning rewards with company strategy and culture. With his research and collaboration with various organizations, he aims to help companies deliver their strategy and gain competitive advantage through rewards. In this episode, we’ll discuss: How rewards practitioners can develop beyond technical skills The importance of reward communicationThe role of personalization in rewards Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #2 | Using Skills Taxonomies in Workforce & Scenario Planning

    How can you tackle upskilling challenges and prepare for the future of work? Find out how the Co-Founder of Huneety bridged the skills gap with workforce taxonomies.Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Simon Carvi – Co-Founder and CEO at Huneety – to explore how you can implement a workforce taxonomy that will help your organization identify and close the skills gap.Simon is an HR tech startup founder with an extensive background in talent acquisition and business development. With Huneety, he supports organizations navigate the skills and talent shortage with HR data-driven solutions.In this episode we’ll discuss:The difference between skills and competenciesWhat are workforce taxonomiesUsing data to stay competitive on the marketReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    #1 | Employee Ambassador Programs: How to Bridge the Digital Talent Gap

    Are you struggling to engage and retain employees with digital skills? Find out how this HR leader tackled the problem with an employee ambassador program. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work.In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Annette Breetzke – Head of Human Capital at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings Limited – to explore how you can set up a digital ambassador program to appeal to talent with sought-after digital skills.Annette is an experienced leader with an extensive background in human resources management. Today she operates in the financial industry and focuses on attracting top IT talent through the employee ambassador program.In this episode we’ll discuss:The digital talent gapSetting up an employee ambassador programEngaging and retaining talentReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format. Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform.If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next.If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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    Yesterday’s HR playbooks don’t work. Let’s talk about it.Welcome to HR Dialogues, the show where HR leaders discuss the obstacles and opportunities facing people professionals today. Tune in to hear from HR leaders and innovators sharing insights on HR from the front lines. From business impact to HR capabilities, you will get an inside view on the topics that need to be on your radar as an HR leader.Hosted by Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at AIHR and ex-CHRO. 

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Yesterday’s HR playbooks don’t work. Let’s talk about it.Welcome to HR Dialogues, the show where HR leaders discuss the obstacles and opportunities facing people professionals today. Tune in to hear from HR leaders and innovators sharing insights on HR from the front lines. From business impact to HR capabilities, you will get an inside view on the topics that need to be on your radar as an HR leader.Hosted by Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at AIHR and ex-CHRO.

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