HRchat Podcast

In the second half of a special two-part episode featuring Professor Sir Cary Cooper, CBE , Bill Banham and Professor Sir Cary discuss the four-day working week and how organizations are coping with the challenges of low growth, energy insecurity, and higher levels of long-term sickness due to stress. Professor Sir Cary is the 50th Anniversary Prof of Organizational Psychology & Health at Manc...

In this 5th episode of the special AI-focused mini-series, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman talk with entrepreneurs in the HR Tech marketplace. This discussion is focussed on practical use cases for AI and offers up insights from four experts – Boyd Reid , Fuad Miah , Mike Hall , Ania Garczyńska and Shingai Manjengwa – to discuss how AI is driving innovation in HR products and departme...

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Keirsten Greggs interviews Aaron Backman , a passionate advocate within the people and talent community. Listen as they discuss employer branding strategies. Aaron provides a comprehensive definition of employer branding, emphasizing the importance of understanding an organization's unique DNA and translating it into clear, consistent messaging to attrac...

In part one of a special two-part episode of the HRchat Podcast with guest Professor Sir Cary Cooper , we focus on measuring presenteeism, optimizing productivity, and fostering a culture of employee health and wellbeing. Professor Sir Cary Cooper, CBE is the 50th Anniversary Prof of Organizational Psychology & Health at Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, the author and edit...

The guest this time is James Hudson , former Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Nike and current Contributor at Forbes. James is a Global TA leader and DEI champion. Curious, mindful, analytical, and data-driven, James says his expertise lies in building and leading in-house recruitment teams, globally, in digital commerce, brick-and-mortar, and omnichannel environments. Questions for James incl...

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that Gen Z will make up a third of the workforce by 2030 – and they’re bringing their ideals with them.  According to findings from Monster , 83 percent of Gen Z candidates say a company’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is important when choosing an employer. Businesses must acknowledge these ideals and adapt to reach Gen Z workers...

In this episode of the HRchat show, we offer insights and practical guidance to equip your organization for success, explore remote I-9 options, and reduce audit exposure. Bill Banham's guest this time is Chapelle Ryon , the data-driven CEO behind WorkBright , an onboarding and recruitment platform for HR and recruitment teams. Chapelle's team is on a mission to ease administrative burde...

Maisha Cannon joins Keirsten Greggs in HRchat episode 671 to discuss the importance of data analytics in talent acquisition. Maisha explains ways analytics can help talent acquisition professionals examine data sets and draw conclusions and insights. She emphasizes the importance of moving beyond traditional metrics such as time to fill and source of hire and focusing on more meaningful metrics th...

The guest this time is Dr Ali Raza Nemati, Group Director of Human Resources at iQualify UK. He has worked at various leadership positions while scaling new standards of professional excellence, charting new avenues of sustainable growth, and consolidating his previous organizations’/ institutes’ position as a key player on the national and international fronts. Questions for Dr Nemati include: Yo...

In this episode of the HRchat show, we discuss talent acquisition strategies and ways AI will continue to change how we recruit in 2024. The returning guest is Kevin W. Grossman , an HCI-certified Talent Acquisition Strategist (TAS) and Human Capital Strategist (HCS) with around 25 years of expertise in the HR and TA industry and the related technology marketplace. Kevin is a prolific blogger and...

In the first episode of 2024, Bill Banham talks with Chris Bjorling about what to expect from the labor market in 2024. Listen too as they talk about ways AI will continue to augment the HR function plus they preview some key industry events in the year ahead! Topics include: The Labor Department's Job Openings and LaborTurnover Survey, or JOLTS report, recently showed that there were 1.34 va...

In episode 667, Keirsten Greggs interviews Brooks E. Scott , an executive coach and DEI strategic advisor. They discuss the importance of conscious inclusion in hiring practices and how to minimize bias when hiring. Brooks emphasizes the need for self-awareness and questioning our assumptions and biases when evaluating candidates. He also highlights the impact of AI tools and the importance of div...

In episode 666 of the HRchat podcast, Bill Banham and Chris Bjorling reflect on the world of work in 2023. Questions for Chris include: Reflecting on 2023: What were some key developments and trends in the labor market that had a significant impact on human performance, and how did Fidello respond to these changes? Leadership in a Changing Landscape: As we look back at 2023, what qualities and ski...

Bill's guest this time is Brian Allain , CEO at the Insurance Education Association (IEA Training), the org on a mission to empower professionals in Workers' Compensation, Absence Management and Human Resources. Listen as Brian shares his reflections on developments in the industry, and what HR professionals and leaders can expect in 2024. Brian and his team help optimize the career pote...

In this episode, Nick Steiert interviews Mark Whittle , a life coach and the founder of Take Flight. Mark is all about mindset and motivation and has an impressive record of coaching CEOs and athletes - helping them step into elite environments. Mark is a former city worker turned lifestyle coach, entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and productivity / bio-hacker – the founder and host of the UK’...

In this episode, we talk DEI and psychological safety. Bill Banham's guest is Sona Sherratt , a faculty member at Ashridge ( Hult International Business School ) where she designs, teaches, and is an academic client director for customized education programs. Sona has worked with FTSE 500 clients such as Worldline, Amcor, Swarovski, Beazley, Heineken, Avis, and SAB Miller. Questions for Sona...

In this episode of the HRchat show, Keirsten Greggs interviews Matt Rimer , a Talent Acquisition executive and entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience.  Listen as Matt discusses the concept of employee-powered hiring and shares a case study from Trinity Health, where he overhauled their employee referral program. He explains the key components of an effective ERP, including alignment with the or...

Ever wondered how top companies assess their candidates' language competence online? Meet Inga Słowikowska , Product Manager of the Focus Audit Tool at Skrivanek Poland , a platform that makes this possible. Inga, a seasoned player in the language solutions market, shares an intriguing narrative of how she transitioned from teaching marketing, PR, and product management at university to manag...

The guest this time is Angela Cheng-Cimini , SVP, Talent & CHRO at Harvard Business Publishing. Angela is a global executive Human Resources leader with over 30 years of comprehensive experience in both Generalist and Specialist competencies, partnering with C-suite leaders. She is a proven contributor to the business strategy by helping leaders identify and build organizational capabilities....

In this episode, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman look at actions HR can take to support the onset of AI role in the organization. They dive into ways AI is enabling organizations to automate workflows and perform analyses not possible before the use of machine learning and deep language models. Their guest this time is Shingai Manjengwa , Head of AI Education at ChainML. Shingai also...

The HR Gazette is delighted to welcome Keirsten Greggs as our latest guest host of the HRchat Podcast! Cited as a top HR influencer, Keirsten is the founder of TRAP Recruiter and a 20-year recruitment veteran. She is passionate about bringing trust, relationship building, accountability, and a proactive approach back into the recruiting lifecycle. When Keirsten is not actively solving recruiter pr...

In this HRchat episode, Bill Banham talks with Nick Steiert , Co-Founder and Director of the awesome new Wellnergy Festival. Starting very soon, Nick will be the latest co-host of the HRchat Podcast. The episodes Nick will host are focused on wellbeing in the workplace and ways to live a healthier life. Tune in to get to know Nick and gain insights into what to expect from the new shows hosted by...

In this HRchat episode, we talk about developing strategic people capabilities in times of business transformation. Bill's guest this time is Mary Glowacka , Learning & Leadership Development Lead at Rolls-Royce . With 15+ years of strategic practitioner experience with an unusual journey from operations into HR, Mary is also a member of Josh Bersin ’s Senior Faculty, a regular speaker at...

In this episode of the AI series, Pauline James and David Creelman delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence, HR practices, ethics, and law. The extended edition offers up three expert guests - Frank Rudzicz, Kate Bischoff, and Jesslyn Dymond - to discuss the ethical considerations, legal risks, and potential benefits associated with the integration of AI at work. We explore the poten...

In this episode, we look at what causes burnout and stress in education and in the workplace. The guest this time is Bill's good friend, Leigh Mitchell . Leigh is an educator and Co-Founder of Bee Happy Mindfulness and the Founder of Bee Happy HR , Hire Her Career Board and Women in Biz Network. She hosts a podcast called the Bee Happy Podcast for Change Makers and is a Marketing & PR Ins...