How HR Leaders Change the World

Recognising each of our unique lives, Philipp provides examples of  Virgin Media O2's approach to people: 'if it matters to you, it matters to us', in action. Encouraging more leaders to connect people strategies with impact in society and discussing his deep commitment to an inclusive work environment, Philipp advocates that trust and phycological safety are foundations for business success. Desc...

Andy summarises the work that led to ethical and sustainable growth being one of the seven objectives of Fitch Group's business strategy, and, describing the changes in the workplace that create opportunities to increase HR influence and impact, discusses the principle 'no bad jobs'. Andy discusses DE&I and sustainability in the context of business risk, refencing, for example, what sales and mark...

Leigh introduces Enterprise Mobility's global programme: Road Forward, to advance social and racial equity. From delivering books to schools to award winning Talent Acquisition teams and inclusive recruitment processes, Leigh explains what the programme and Enterprise Mobility's values mean for people experience. Discussing the positive change in gender balance and diversity in the transport secto...

Wendy discusses 3 dimensions of HR impact, including in times of crisis, focussing on principles of support, inclusion and creating stability, and shares practical steps you can take to solve difficult challenges. Raising the question, how we can use Generative AI for good, Wendy considers mixing Generative AI with flexible and hybrid working models in the post pandemic world – and notes that HR h...

Describing HR at the epicentre of key business changes, Thomas discusses themes such as human-centred experience and AI, and how these topics must be worked on in collaboration with other functions – an important shift from previous changes that may have been 'owned' by one function. Considering labour shortages now and in years to come, Thomas shares how approaches to inclusive talent attraction...

Steve introduces 'The Lighthouse Effect', the qualities of a lighthouse and its symbology (and therefore why we still have lighthouses even though technology has moved on) and how the lighthouse provides a framework for leadership.  Reflecting on the shift from work-life balance to life-work balance, Steve discusses the inversion driven by the pandemic and the opportunities for HR. Noting that in...

Maryjo introduces her HR leadership roles in business transformations and spin outs, discussing the importance for everyone in HR to focus on business acumen, digital delivery, and a business' duty of care. Summarising the leadership opportunities for HR as being a force multiplier and shock absorber, Maryjo shares why culture is a priority at Kyndryl. Describing the thoughtfulness in systems and...

Rick provides an overview of DE&I challenges facing the construction sector and introduces Willmott Dixon's approach to championing change, highlighting leadership development and culture change in a predominantly male workforce as key drivers.  Discussing what decency means in leadership and for people, Rick advocates a key opportunity for HR professionals in designing the future of work. Rick sh...

In the contemporary landscape of HR, the integration of data and analytics has become paramount. Ian Cook, a seasoned practitioner and innovator , delves into the transformative power of data-driven decision-making in business. Ian reflects on the pivotal role of CHROs as change agents, illustrating instances where data and analytics have been instrumental in driving organisational transformation....

Sharing 7 facets of Babson College's holistic approach to wellbeing, Donna discusses work-life integration, the shift to a results-based focus, leveraging AI in wellness strategy, and why sustainability is one of the 7 facets.  Donna introduces the values and entrepreneurial mindset that Babson College leads with, and gives examples of people leadership within inclusion, talent acquisition and emp...

Caoimhe introduces AVEVA's ESG strategy, describing it's three pillars: i) its products and the positive impact they create for customers, ii) the footprint of AVEVA's own operations, and iii) inclusive culture, and shares how the C-Suite worked together to create it.  Reflecting on her early career during The Troubles in Northern Ireland, Caoimhe describes how this has influenced her approach to...

Melinda discusses factors influencing mental health for today's workforce and shares thoughts on where the responsibilities of the organisation versus the individual lie in our changing society. Sharing the theory of Positive Psychology and how this can apply at work, Melinda provides examples of how to provide support to colleagues, including considering global differences in culture and infrastr...

Kavita shares the process of digital transformation at UST, discussing approaches that helped ensure its success, in particular the transparency and communication vital to culture change. Sharing her thoughts on the future of work, Kavita discusses changing approaches to work-life harmony and DE&I, and to what being a sustainable business leader means at work and at home. 👉 Download your free che...

Nhlamu summarises KPMG's leadership approach in connecting the purpose of work to impact in society and shares practical examples of their approach in action, including holding 'courageous conversations' and creating plans based on the voices of KPMG people – including how company values come to life when times are tough.  Discussing the transformation of the workplace, Nhlamu shares her thoughts...

Sarah encourages you to consider yourself disrupter, an HR or Inclusion professional that questions the status quo. Sharing learning across her career leading people strategy, Sarah discusses examples of work in culture change, emotional intelligence in leadership, building gender balance and the connections to flexible working and family friendly workplaces. Referenced Resources ·         Launch...

A strong advocate for flexible and remote working, Jessie discusses the benefits for individuals, business, the environment and society. Hear Jessie summarise the business case, share practical ways that Doodle implements its approach, and the results for people and culture.  Join the free How HR Leaders Change the World community: 👥 https://frombabieswithlove.org/pages/hrchangemakers Download yo...

Caroline describes a change in work culture, centring on people first, and shares initiatives including 'PTO' (Predictability, Teaming, Open Communication) – a methodology for everyone to voice personal time or other requirements, enabling a team to deliver a client assignment and team members to have control of their lives. Describing HR as the gatekeepers of an ethical culture, Caroline consider...

Starting with an overview of how SIG's strategy contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and her belief that every HR professional creates social change, Suzanne shares the example of her work on human rights across the whole value chain, summarising leadership, cross functional working and measurement approaches. Discussing future opportunities for the role of HR, Suzanne discusses te...

Syreeta shares her wide lens view of HR, and why a macro perspective is beneficial for leading HR and leading business. From political agendas to global economics, Syreeta discusses opportunities for HR to be a force for good.  Framing DE&I work in the impact it has for economic empowerment and wider society, Syreeta shares examples of initiatives and discusses the approach of starting with busine...

Elizabeth introduces people leadership strategies that are framed within Deloitte's business purpose: 'making an impact that matters' and with a 'human-centred, technology enabled' approach. Sharing why climate-action and education are so important to Deloitte's business model, Elizabeth references their research and describes the voices of Deloitte people - how their values impact delivery of Del...

In this special episode to mark the impact of HR during COP28, Matt introduces what the COP is, how the series relates to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and why both are relevant to business. Discussing the relationship between HR and Sustainability teams, Matt shares thoughts on the work of influencing others in the business, noting similarities, synergies, and the ways that Sustainability...

Hanneke describes the mission at Tony's Chocolonely and what this means for talent strategy, and with experience in both large corporate HR as well as smaller business, advocates for the significant opportunity HR has to create positive change.  Discussing the impacts of being a mission-led business for talent acquisition and performance, Hanneke also provides examples of approaches to inclusion f...

Describing the contribution HR can make as 'changing what work means' and with a brilliant pie chart technique to illustrate, Ellis discusses the way people view their jobs and the role of work in someones whole life. Ellis calls on you to see yourself as a gateway for people to live their lives differently. Introducing her approach to open leadership, Ellis shares techniques to support others to...

Marcelle provides an overview of her academic research in the experience and outcomes for black employees, and the results of building inclusion strategies centred on lived experience and workforce data. As well as sharing five trends Marcelle sees for HR: Global talent management; embedding sustainability in the EVP; hybrid & flexible working; mental health; and data driven decision making, Marce...

Ahead of International Men's Day on 19 th November 2023, Sharon joins us to share her work in helping organisations build gender balance. Recognising the importance of gender equality for women, men and non-binary people, Sharon notes that on the current trajectory we're 140 years away from achieving gender balance at manager level.     Describing strategies that don't work as well as those that d...