We all know the world of HR is changing. With the introduction of new technologies and a shift toward more holistic approaches to employee experiences, the traditional boundaries of human resources are rapidly evolving.    So, what does modern HR look like today?     At LEGO, it looks like a groundbreaking HR model they call "People, Places, and Culture”.   To explore how this innovative HR framework is setting new standards in the industry, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Loren Shuster, Chief People Officer a ..read more

What constitutes an effective manager today?     Worklytics’ research found that the role of the manager has changed exponentially since pre-pandemic. With the rise of hybrid models and distributed teams, greater employee expectations and the need to integrate new technologies – these significant shifts in the workplace are all making the role of managers more complex.    To discuss these shifting dynamics, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Catherine Coppinger, Head of Customer Insights at Worklytics. Together, they delve ..read more

Creating a data-driven HR function isn’t just about number crunching. It is about the ability to turn these insights into stories that captivate, persuade, and inspire action.    In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, for a deeply insightful conversation on the transformative power of storytelling in the context of HR data and analytics.     With the world having shifted dramatically towards distributed teams and digital-first communication, the tools and strategies we use to make our case to stakeholders ..read more

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Nickle LaMoreaux, Chief Human Resources Officer at IBM, to explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR.     With a spotlight on IBM’s pioneering work in integrating AI into HR practices, Nickle shares her invaluable insights into how AI is revolutionising the way we think about talent management, employee engagement and predictive analytics.    Key topics discussed in this conversation include:     The evolution of AI in HR at IBM  Examples of ho ..read more

How can people analytics enhance the strategic influence of HR?    In today’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, we will be exploring that exact question, through the lens of start-up financial services organisation, Chetwood Financial.     Having only been on their people analytics journey for a year now, Louise Millar, People Director, and Olivia Edwards, Colleague Engagement Lead, have seen a remarkable shift in the perception of HR by the overall business.     From reshaping company culture to gaining buy-in from senior leadership, Louise and ..read more

As HR is increasingly becoming a strategic partner in driving organisational success, the call for evidence-based practice (EBP) in HR is louder than ever.     But what exactly does it mean to adopt an evidence-based approach? How can it transform how we attract, develop, and retain talent? And how is it different from people analytics?    In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, Rob Briner, Professor of Organisational Psychology at Queen Mary University of London and Associate Director of Research at the Corporate Research Forum, underscores the simple yet p ..read more

Do you struggle to be proactive with your long-term goals? Are you constantly putting out fires, with no time to strategise for the long game?     In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Dorie Clark, a distinguished professor at Columbia Business School, successful entrepreneur and author of the influential book, "The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World."    Together, they discuss the three-time celebrated Top 50 Business Thinker in the World’s invaluable insights into the essence of strategic patien ..read more

In the face of unprecedented changes in the world of work, driven by rapid technological advancements, shifting work models and the global economy's volatility, strategic workforce planning has never been more critical.    What can we learn from global tech giant, Microsoft, who have been leading the way in navigating these turbulent waters?    On this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Becky Thielen, Senior Director of People Analytics at Microsoft, who has been instrumental in charting the course for Microsoft's strategic workforce ..read more

As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the future of HR and its people strategies are going to be data-driven. However, as we navigate through this digital transformation, finding the optimal equilibrium between human intervention and AI automation within HR processes is key if we are to effectively harness the potential of these technological advancements. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David Green, and guest Bernard Marr, the author of "Data-Driven HR: How to Use AI, Analytics and Data to Drive Performance," delve deeper into this critical balance and its impli ..read more

Despite an abundance of research highlighting the importance of AI in enhancing HR processes, the vast majority of organisations are still at the earliest stages of adoption.   Even among those that have already implemented AI in HR, many are using it only for one or two niche applications. This is largely due to the perceived complexity and high costs associated with implementing AI technologies.    To tackle this issue, host David Green is joined by Eric Siegel, founder of Machine Learning Week and author of 'The AI Playbook: Monitoring the Rare Art of Machine Learning D ..read more