In this HRchat episode we look at the evolving dynamics of workplace culture, the importance of empowering employees, and why more autonomy and trust from leaders can lead to higher levels of employee performance. Our guest this time is Al Kingsley, a well-known EdTech expert and business leader. Al has a big social following, has written 3 books around Ed Tech and Governance, leads the NetSupport Group, and is a MAT Chair.  He will also be a speaker at the Milton Keynes AI Summit in October. Questions for Al include: What are the main characteristics/qualities of an effective leader ..read more

In this HRchat episode, we consider the qualities that separate the best HR pros from the pack and why HR leaders should seek out mentors from outside the HR profession. We also discuss ways AI is impacting the HR function. The guest today is David Hanrahan, Chief People Officer at Flare. David's experience is a goldmine of practical knowledge, having served as HR Manager at Universal Pictures, then rocketed through his career holding titles like Director of Human Resources at Electronic Arts (EA) and Twitter, VP of People at Zendesk, VP of People & Places at Niantic, Inc., and Chief Huma ..read more

In this episode, we discuss Disrupt events in Cambridge and Birmingham plus we hone in on some of the unique challenges faced by HR leaders in the Travel industry. Bill's guest is Trish Hewitt, Chief People Officer at Grey Dawes Travel. Trish is also an HR Consultant and has been featured in The Daily Mail Online, People Management Magazine and has spoken at Disrupt. Questions for Trish include: You joined Grey Dawes in August 2023. What are some of the unique challenges and opportunities for HR leaders in the travel industry? How is the travel industry getting better at attracting and deve ..read more

In HRchat episode 707, we discuss employee benefits, wellness and fostering a more people-focused work culture. We also look ahead to the return of DisruptHR Birmingham at the Human Centred Leadership Conference on May 22nd.  Bill Banham's returning guest is David Cartlidge, Group CEO at My Staff Shop, a company specializing in creating tailored employee benefits, rewards and recognition. David is also a co-organizer of DisruptHR Birmingham. My Staff Shop provides employees with exclusive deals and discounts, free financial advice, and saving tips to suit every situation. David and the t ..read more

The focus of today's HRchat show is cultivating resilience and organizational culture. LHH, the professional talent solutions and advisory company (and a part of The Adecco Group) recently announced a partnership with Barrett Values Centre to bolster their Culture offerings with an Organizational Culture Solution. On the heels of this, Bill Banham welcomes Gaëlle de la Fosse, President of LHH and a member of the executive committee of The Adecco Group, back to the HRchat Podcast to dive into the importance of investing in a strong organizational culture and share some tactics on how leaders ..read more

In this episode of the HRchat show, we look at some findings from LHH’s Global Workforce of the Future Report. The report investigates the changing world of work from the worker’s perspective. LHH surveyed over 30,000 workers across a range of industries, job functions, company sizes, and personal backgrounds to unravel how business leaders, HR professionals, managers, and more can best navigate shifting trends in the workforce. Joining Bill Banham on the show today is Gaëlle la Fosse, President of LHH and a member of the executive committee of The Adecco Group. Questions for Gaëlle include ..read more

In this episode, we talk about the cost of living and about the moral and business case for employers to embed living wage initiatives in their HR strategies. Bill Banham's guest today is Gail Irvine, Head of Business Development and Policy at the Living Wage Foundation Gail joined the Living Wage Foundation in October 2022 and is responsible for driving forward new projects that maximize voluntary employer approaches to tackle in-work poverty and promote good work. Previously, Gail was Living Wage Scotland Manager at the Poverty Alliance, the franchise partner delivering Living Wage accred ..read more

In HRchat episode 702, we consider colleagues who double up as caregivers and ways we can support them. Joseph Fuller's research suggested that 73% of employees are currently juggling caregiving responsibilities in some capacity. However, due to a lack of tracking by employers, the necessary support infrastructure for caregivers is often not available. The result? Each family is left to build its caregiving support system from scratch.  This inefficiency and sense of isolation result in massive losses of around $35 billion annually for U.S. businesses due to the failure to adequately supp ..read more

In this HRchat, we talk about the impact of AI on the HR function, the evolution of employee engagement, UNLEASH, and a whole bunch more. Bill Banham's returning guest is Mervyn Dinnen a talent analyst, advising recruitment and HR technology businesses on the emerging trends impacting hiring, retention, and engagement. He is a writer and international speaker on recruitment and HR trends and an award-winning recruitment blogger. Before this, he spent 20 years as a recruitment and HR practitioner. Mervyn is a top HR influencer and the author of Exceptional Talent: How to Attract, Acquire and ..read more

Today is Eclipse Day in North America AND we've hit HRchat episode 700!!! To help us celebrate the double whammy and look ahead to DisruptHR Buffalo on Thursday is Dr. Kristy F. Tyson, President-Elect of ATD Buffalo Niagara Chapter - a region that'll enjoy the full eclipse later today. Tune in to learn about ways ATD is helping the business community. Listen too, to get the lowdown on what to expect at DisruptHR Buffalo Feature Your Brand on the HRchat Podcast The HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent ..read more