People and Strategy

In this enlightening discussion, Kelly Jones, Chief People Officer at Cisco, shares her 18-year journey in HR and the pivotal role of AI in enhancing employee experience. She emphasizes building trust while integrating technology in the workplace. Kelly discusses the importance of empowering teams through delegation and navigating post-pandemic challenges like flexible work options. Plus, she highlights how AI can personalize development opportunities, making well-being a priority to drive positive business outcomes.

How can HR leaders balance people strategy, risk management, and community impact? In this episode of People and Strategy, host Mo Fathelbab speaks with Jinah Chernivec, CHRO and Risk Officer at Goodwill Industries. Chernivec shares insights on the power of active listening, the connection between HR and workplace safety, and the role of civic engagement in effective leadership through her people-centered approach.Episode TranscriptSubscribe to People + Strategy podcast to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz ---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Great leaders often ask themselves: “Could the opposite be true?” Maureen Cawley, HR leader of the luxury sleep solutions brand Saatva, shares a framework for looking at workplace challenges from a new perspective. In this week’s episode, learn best practices for navigating turbulent times, enhancing workplace stability, and supporting your team through meaningful conversations about wellness and career development. Discover how to rise above uncertainty and lead with purpose. Episode TranscriptPeople + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology.  Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy.  Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47pr---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Did you know that 80% of transformations fail on average? This episode focuses on how to stay the course during organizational change and how to successfully bring your employees along for the journey. SHRM’s Andy Biladeau, chief transformation officer, shares the lessons he’s learned from leading change at PwC and Target. Episode Transcript People + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology.  Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy.  Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47pr---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

From leading iconic brands through economic shifts to building a global health company, this conversation is packed with actionable lessons on resilience, innovation, and growth. In this episode, Kat Cole, former president of Cinnabon and now CEO of AG1; strategic advisor; investor, joins us to discuss the impact of personal well-being on professional success and strategies for navigating business transformation.  For more insights, read 3 ‘Power Questions’ to Drive Organizational Change, from AG1 CEO Kat Cole: https://www.shrm.org/executive-network/insights/3-power-questions-to-drive-organizational-change-ag1-ceo-kat-cole Episode Transcript People + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology. Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy. Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47pr---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63rFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Explore the challenges and trends shaping HR in 2025. This episode breaks down key insights from SHRM’s CHRO Priorities and Perspectives Report, covering top concerns, economic shifts, and AI’s expanding role in the workplace. SHRM’s CHRO Jim Link and VP of Thought Leadership James Atkinson share strategies to help leaders stay ahead. People + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology.  Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy.   Episode Transcript Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47pr ---Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, Mai Lan Nguyen, HR leader at Schneider Electric, discusses the value of international insights for HR executives, talent acquisition strategies for tapping underutilized talent, and why giving feedback shows you care. Tune in for expert advice on navigating today’s HR complexities with a global perspective.Episode Transcript--People + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology. Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy. Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47prExplore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://www.shrm.org/flagships Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, we talk to Nikki Rappaport, chief people officer at Call Your Mother Deli, a bagel shop chain popular in the Washington, D.C. area, about the power of company values. Rappaport shares what it takes to define meaningful corporate values and how to roll out the plan in a way that truly sticks with employees. TranscriptPeople + Strategy, brought to you by The SHRM Executive Network, connects HR leaders with industry executives to discuss the latest insights strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and the current growth of technology. Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Transform your leadership with People + Strategy. Through our weekly podcast, video, newsletter, and other supporting content, you’ll discover actionable advice and a fresh perspective on people management issues and organizational strategy. Subscribe to People + Strategy to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/nq47prExplore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://www.shrm.org/flagships

In this episode, we talk to Sara Daw, co-founder and group CEO of The CFO Centre and The Liberti Group, about the growing impact of part-time or fractional executives in the C-suite. Daw discusses the benefits of contract roles and shares how fractional C-suite leaders can build psychological ownership.  Episode Transcript Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

This week’s People + Strategy podcast examines the impact and consequences of the Trump administration’s efforts to dramatically shrink the size of the federal workforce. SHRM senior labor economist Justin Ladner joins SHRM CHRO Jim Link, SHRM-SCP, to discuss data on the demographics of the federal workforce, how they foresee corporate recruiting strategies shifting, and where the skills of government workers could align with private sector talent needs.  Episode Transcript Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.