HR Superstars

What if HR could be a tool to elevate careers and build productive work-life balances? Even Bolstad, President of the European Association for People Management, explains that in Europe, it's not a choice between one or the other. In this episode, you'll learn about the need to upskill and reskill the workforce, the potential social consequences of not adapting to the culture that is (not what it...

Why do some HR leaders struggle with courage and confidence in advocating for themselves or others in the workplace? Michelle Gladieux, founder of Gladieux Consulting and author of "Communicate with Courage," answers this question. As it turns out, the strengths that make you a good HR leader may prevent you from effectively communicating when it matters the most. But it doesn't have to remain tha...

Building a work culture of appreciation among managers and employees is an HR dream. And while turning that dream into reality isn't necessarily a snap, it's not the obstacle you may have thought it once was. In this episode, host Adam Weber sits down with Dr. Paul White, coauthor of "The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace," to explore why and how authentic appreciation in the workpla...

As an HR leader, how do you balance a work culture of strong, visionary, and confident employees with discussions about their challenges, failures, and struggles? You start by normalizing the idea of vulnerability at work. A trained futurist and an authority on workplace leadership, Jacob Morgan delves into his thoughts and concepts from his latest book, "Leading with Vulnerability" where he inter...

Have you ever felt guilty for not checking off "go to the gym" after work? You're not the only one. But this doesn't have to be a goal for everyone. What if you knew that small, consistent movements throughout the workday are just as impactful? It could be as simple as getting up and stretching your arms to clear brain fog. In this episode, host Adam Weber sits down with movement expert Lara Heima...

Want to know the secrets to a successful off-site program? Nadia Alaee, Senior Director, HRBP at Deel, has all the answers. She works diligently to build and execute an effective offsite program that brings people together for in-person collaboration. In this conversation, Nadia shares her insights and journey in building and implementing successful off-site events. She dives into several key area...

Creating a culture of belonging begins with individual healing. Ritu Bhasin, author of We've Got This – Unlocking the Beauty of Belonging, shares how leaders' personal growth cascades into organization-wide belonging. In this conversation, she unravels the complexity of belonging, leadership, and self-discovery, and how they all intersect to create inclusive and authentic work environments. Get re...

Creating a thriving culture requires both empathy and data. Sarah Lovelace, VP of People at Airbase, mixes these two ingredients perfectly. By blending data with human-centered initiatives, she's built vibrant, successful cultures at several incredible organizations. In this conversation, Sarah shares her insights and her journey in building and implementing effective people practices. She dives i...

Analysis paralysis gets the best of us all, especially when it comes to hiring decisions. Gabby Popowitz, Senior Director of Talent & Culture at Boardable, shares her advice for crafting a consistent, empowering talent acquisition program that enables clear decision-making. She explains the importance of combining deep research with structure and simplicity in the hiring process. Gabby also shares...

Sayle Hutchison, CFO of 15Five, is one of the most accomplished CFOs in the software industry, but it took a journey of personal growth to get where she is today. She shares how she's overcome negative self-talk and shame, developed confidence as a female leader in tech, and committed to creating a life worth living. In this conversation, Sayle unpacks the common obstacles she's seen other high-pe...

Core values are even more important than your strategic plan, according to Christine Kaszubski, Chief People Officer at Pindrop. She explains that core values provide a shared vocabulary, vision, and understanding. These elements establish a level of trust that companies lacking a strong set of core values struggle to develop. In this conversation, Christine shares her insights on building a stron...

Focusing on the human experience is crucial to effective HR leadership, whether you're seeking to protect your organization, develop leaders, or foster employee growth. Andrea Butcher, CEO of HRD, author of the Human Resource Kit for Dummies, and host of the Being [at Work] podcast, breaks down the importance of human connection in these key areas of HR. She shares her perspective on how HR has sh...

As HR leaders, we're working inside broken systems. How do we positively influence our organizations despite the systemic issues we face? Kara Kirby, CEO of Insights Leadership Group and host of the Pop! On Leadership podcast, shares how HR leaders can borrow skills from sales to influence their organizations for the better. In this conversation, Kara emphasizes the importance of advocating for yo...

Employee experience is an all-encompassing concept. It's not limited to what happens to an employee, but includes everyone and everything that touches their day-to-day. Mary Slaughter, author and Distinguished Principal Research Fellow at The Conference Board, brings her decades of C-suite to discuss comprehensive employee experience, including the emotions of your employees, employee trust in the...

Have a burning HR or people ops question and don't know who to turn to? Adam Weber and the HR Superstars Hotline is here to help. On this show, you get to hear from truly stellar people leaders and how they think about running extraordinary companies and cultures. While Adam occasionally shares some of his ideas alongside them, we thought we'd switch things up and give you a glimpse into how he th...

If you're feeling stagnant in your growth as a leader, the missing piece of the puzzle may be self-awareness and stillness. In this conversation, Gretchen Schott, Chief Learning Officer at Threefold, emphasizes the need to slow down and quiet the noise to enable personal and organizational growth. She explains how making time to reflect and cultivating a practice of stillness allows you to create...

Have a burning HR or people ops question and don't know who to turn to? Adam Weber and the HR Superstars Hotline is here to help. On this show, you get to hear from truly stellar people leaders and how they think about running extraordinary companies and cultures. While Adam occasionally shares some of his ideas alongside them, we thought we'd switch things up and give you a glimpse into how he th...

Are you drowning in new program roll-outs, employee relations, and change management? It's time to put a simple, solid infrastructure in place. Hacker One's Chief People Officer Dawn Mitchell and Senior Manager of Talent Strategy Pamela Greenberg are prime examples of getting your foundation right. They've learned that building a top culture doesn't require flashy new approaches—just a simple, tra...

Have a burning HR or people ops question and don't know who to turn to? Adam Weber and the HR Superstars Hotline is here to help. On this show, you get to hear from truly stellar people leaders and how they think about running extraordinary companies and cultures. While Adam occasionally shares some of his ideas alongside them, we thought we'd switch things up and give you a glimpse into how he th...

Sarah Walker, Head of People at LTSE, has always been a few years ahead of the trends in the HR world. Years before they became macro trends, she dove into innovative strategies like putting an operational lens on HR, prioritizing wellness at work, and leveraging HR as a strategic function. Now, Sarah is focused on equipping business leaders to do things they've typically relied on HR to do, such...

Have a burning HR or people ops question and don't know who to turn to? Adam Weber and the HR Superstars Hotline is here to help. On this show, you get to hear from truly stellar people leaders and how they think about running extraordinary companies and cultures. While Adam occasionally shares some of his ideas alongside them, we thought we'd switch things up and give you a glimpse into how he th...

Employers everywhere are struggling with hiring and retention. The list of reasons for talent scarcity is long, but what's at the heart of the issue? Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, and author of Talent Scarcity reveals the root problem: a lack of connection. Through his research, he's seen many job-hoppers end up unsatisfied no matter the pay increases or lo...

Many people leaders today are dealing with burnout, stress, and mental health issues, but people of color are disproportionately affected. Zee Clark, author of Black People Breathe, experienced this firsthand as a young professional in Silicon Valley. Eventually, she burned out and took a sabbatical to India to heal. Along the way, she learned the life-changing mindfulness skills that she teaches...

HR leaders play a pivotal role in guiding their organizations towards strategic growth. This is particularly true when it comes to navigating the complexities of rapid growth and M&A integration where prioritizing culture and people can be the difference between success and failure. Sarika Lamont, Vice President of People & Culture at Vidyard, shares the crucial steps HR leaders can take to ensure...

Creating an extraordinary employee experience is the never-ending quest of people leaders. Thankfully, we don't have to leave it up to luck or trial and error. In this conversation, Dr. Paul Zak, Professor, Speaker, and Co-Founder of Immersion Neuroscience, reveals the science behind exceptional employee experiences. Dr. Zak explains how to use his Immersion Framework to engage employees, increase...