HR Leaders

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I spoke with Mita Mallick, author of "Reimagine Inclusion" and Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta. We covered many important topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in today's workplace.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Introduction & Episode highlight03:10 - Transitioning from CPG to tech startups05:30 - Mita's role as CDO at Carta07:40 - The importance of inclusion as a business driver10:00 - Lack of diversity in marketing and product development12:20 - Leaders need more humility and cross-cultural relationships14:50 - Chris' experience entering the corporate world17:00 - The day-to-day exclusion faced by underrepresented groups19:30 - Listening, observing, and checking in on employees21:30 - Evolving role of the chief diversity officer24:00 - Assessing a company's DEI commitment before joining26:30 - Practical tips for fostering inclusion as a leader29:00 - Key takeaways from Mita's book31:00 - Appreciation for Mita's support over the yearsAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast I'm joined Steve Fleming, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at University College London. Steve illuminated the critical role of self-awareness and how developing this ability can enhance performance. He also shares insights from his new book: How the New Science of Self Awareness Gives Us the Edge.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Introduction & episode highlight00:36 - Steve's background01:14 - Interest in metacognition02:22 - The role of self-awareness03:31 - Differences in self-awareness03:35 - Is self-awareness innate?04:39 - Development of self-awareness in children06:03 - Metacognition vs. self-awareness07:17 - Animal vs. human self-awareness08:12 - Benefits of self-awareness09:05 - Improving self-awareness12:11 - Using affirmations to enhance self-awareness12:28 - Self-awareness in animals14:28 - Self-awareness and AI17:05 - Outsourcing to AI impacts self-reflection18:41 - Dreams and self-awareness21:02 - Using affirmations while sleeping23:16 - Additional resources23:31 - Connecting with Steve24:00 - Key takeaways and closing thoughtsAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maryjo Charbonnier, CHRO of Kyndryl, is leading a cultural transformation in the world's largest start-up, emerging from IBM with 90,000 employees. She shares her insights on aligning corporate values with employee behaviors during rapid change. Maryjo emphasizes effective communication, the significance of career growth, and the lessons learned from past governance initiatives. Additionally, she highlights the importance of balancing work-life while fostering a culture of appreciation and continuous improvement within the HR landscape.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Terrence Cummings, Chief Opportunity Officer, and Kaley Klemp, Executive Coach in Residence from Guild, they offered insights into how their "career opportunity platform" is pioneering new approaches that develop talent and unlock potential.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Introduction01:30 - Their background and roles at Guild03:10 - Guild's evolution as a company05:00 - Conscious leadership framework07:40 - Coaching for self-awareness and blind spots09:50 - Growth through discomfort12:30 - Operating in your zone of genius14:50 - Taking 100% responsibility (no more, no less)16:40 - Clean agreements prevent ambiguity18:20 - The power of candor20:30 - Slowly transforming team culture22:00 - Practical ways to implement conscious leadership24:00 - Resources for learning conscious leadership25:30 - Connecting with Terrence and Kaley27:00 - Wrap upAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Chandra Sanders, Founder & CEO of Heels N Hustle and Author, to discuss her insights on transforming talent strategies.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Episode highlight01:30 - Chandra's background03:00 - Pivoting careers over time05:00 - Writing the book "The Essential Upgrade"07:30 - Implementing skills-based hiring10:00 - Assessing organizational skills gaps12:00 - Benefits of skills-based hiring14:30 - Cultivating a growth mindset17:00 - Introspection and bringing whole self to work19:30 - Continuous learning and development21:00 - Reimagining talent practices23:00 - Walking the talk on DEI25:00 - Key takeaways for HR leadersAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Natalie Porter, Head of Culture and Employee Experience at NTT DATA UK. Natalie shared valuable insights on leading culture change and improving employee experience during a major integration of two large companies.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights0:28 - Natalie provides background on her career journey in HR01:03 - She discusses working externally as a consultant before moving into an internal role01:55 - The value of bringing an external perspective into an internal role02:53 - Importance of listening and understanding people are complex03:06 - Using her experience to provide context on change initiatives03:42 - Her role was created as part of the company integration04:43 - Researching the culture and employee experience during integration05:00 - Employees felt uncertainty and fear amidst constant change05:57 - Wanting to redefine the culture and values post-integration06:22 - Developing a new purpose statement and reinforcing values07:29 - Challenges of leading culture change amidst other transformations08:27 - Adapting to external forces like changes in remote work09:34 - Focus on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives10:23 - Addressing challenges around DEI in tech11:05 - Establishing inclusive foundations in policies and processes12:26 - Encouraging allyship and engagement from all employees13:25 - Advice for leaders on complexity of an integration journey14:17 - Impact of changes on employee experience15:01 - Excited about reconnecting people and bringing teams together15:37 - Rebuilding connections lost during the pandemic16:59 - Importance of 'soft skills' and relationships18:12 - Conclusion and looking ahead to the next phaseAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mridula Pore, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Peppy Health, discusses how Peppy supports employees through underserved areas of health. They cover the origin story of Peppy and its focus on providing support for common health issues. Peppy partners with employers to give their workforce access to specialist healthcare professionals. They also talk about the evolving role of HR in employee health and the challenges of implementing new health benefits.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I spoke with Jean Gomes, New York Times bestselling author and CEO of Outside. Our conversation centred around Jean's fascinating new book "Leading in a Non-Linear World: Building Wellbeing, Strategic and Innovation Mindsets for the Future."Jean shares powerful insights from the latest scientific research on how our mindsets shape our realities. He explains that our mindsets are comprised of the frames we hold, the assumptions we make, and how we feel physically and emotionally in any given situation. Our mindsets act as a broker between our inner and outer worlds, mediating how we make sense of ourselves and navigate uncertainty.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 - Introduction & highlight01:30 - The Role of Mindset02:00 - Defining Mindset03:30 - Mindset as a Broker Between Interior and Exterior05:40 - Measuring Interoceptive Accuracy06:30 - Physical Intelligence as a Resource08:20 - Emotions as Signals10:08 - Meeting People's Needs in Organizations11:00 - Shifting to a Sufficiency Mindset12:30 - The Role of AI in Meeting Needs14:10 - Driving Change Through Partnerships15:12 - Understanding Middle Managers16:32 - The Power of Awareness in Leaders17:53 - Chapter 3: Well-being and Inclusive Cultures18:27 - Improving Team Well-Being19:02 - Fostering Inclusive Cultures22:06 - Strengthening Mind-Body Connection23:51 - Achieving Flow States25:41 - Learning From Experiences27:13 - Conclusion: Bringing Mindset Into OrganizationsAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Prince Abraham, Vice President and Global Head - Rewards Development and Mobility at Novo Nordisk.We discussed how Novo Nordisk is reimagining talent mobility and moving away from traditional relocation to more flexible, employee-focused approaches.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights00:00 Introduction and Episode highlight03:20 Novo Nordisk's talent mobility journey05:50 Virtual work options approach08:00 Implementing a virtual hubs model10:48 Supporting managers of remote teams13:02 Taking a local market fit approach16:48 Increased business agility18:04 The mobility partner model20:30 Leveraging AI for Self-Service22:12 Excited for the future of virtual work24:18 Key takeawaysAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I’m joined by Ross Thornley, Author, Keynote Speaker on Adaptability & The Future of Work. Co-Founder of AQai.The pace of change in the world today is faster than ever before. Expertise that once took decades to accumulate can become irrelevant in months. To thrive in this environment, we need to upgrade our operating system, both as individuals and organizations.👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq🎙️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast👤 Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/See Greatness Everywhere with EightfoldPowered by deep-learning AI, Eightfold’s unrivaled Talent Intelligence Platform shows you what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re finding or developing talent, their skills-driven approach backed by our unparalleled talent insights enables the outcomes you need to stay ahead. Explore the Platform: https://hubs.li/Q02jjSsT0Episode highlights0:00 Intro and episode highlight01:13 Welcoming Ross to the show01:36 Ross' background in graphic design and business03:28 Transformation through coaching03:32 Ross' book - A new operating system for change05:36 What is Adaptability Quotient (AQ)?10:37 Why failing should be celebrated13:44 HR's role in adaptability and innovation15:38 Is AI ready to take over compliance?17:04 AI's impact on innovation21:42 Collaboration vs competition23:28 Imagination over knowledge25:22 The pace of change is accelerating26:23 Balancing paradoxes - finding calm within chaosAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.