HRchat Podcast

Curious about how AI is reshaping the world of talent acquisition and what that means for aspiring recruiters? Tune in as Serge Boudreau , Vice President of Global Agency Partnerships at C Squared Technology , shares his seasoned insights from two decades in the industry. With the rise of AI, discover how traditional roles are transforming and what it takes to thrive in this rapidly evolving field...

Discover the future of talent strategy with the trailblazing Jennifer McClure, co-founder of DisruptHR, as she takes us on her journey from corporate HR executive to dynamic global speaker and innovator in the HR community. Listen as Jennifer and Bill Banham discuss the worldwide impact of DisruptHR , now flourishing in 30+ countries, including fresh chapters in Nairobi and Tanzania. Jennifer shar...

In the first episode of 2025, Chris Bjorling, President at Fidello Inc., returns to the HRchat show for a heartwarming kickoff! From sharing his first adventure as Santa Claus to his hopes for the year ahead, Chris fills our episode with personal stories and professional wisdom. Listen as Bill Banham and Chris journey through the expanding role of AI in HR, offer a nostalgic nod to the evolution o...

In this episode, Bill Banham and Chris Bjorling reflect on the world of work in 2024. Join us for an engaging discussion on the shifting paradigms within the HR industry and beyond. We'll explore the significance of recent professional gatherings, like the Disrupt HR event in Buffalo and the ATD conference in New Orleans, and what they reveal about the future of work. From the role of civilit...

Discover the transformative power of HR leadership in the GovTech sector with our guest, Carrie Cisek, Chief Human Resource Officer at Granicus. Carrie shares her journey from the fast-paced world of a SaaS company during the dot-com era to her role at Granicus, where she is shaping workplace cultures and enhancing government-citizen communication. Learn how Granicus's innovative software sol...

Wondering where the tech job market is headed and how HR is evolving to meet the challenges of tomorrow? Keen to learn if 2025 will see candidates back in the driver’s seat? The guest this time is Mark Chaffey , CEO of tech hiring platform hackajob. Tune in as we assess the current job market - characterized by increased candidate availability and AI-driven tools - and look ahead to a hopeful resu...

Uncover the secrets behind AI-driven transformation in HR with today's guest, the accomplished technology strategist Bob Pulver. With a career at giants like IBM and NBCUniversal, Bob shares his expertise on why understanding the human side of tech adoption is crucial in today's rapidly evolving landscape. This episode features insights straight from the HR Tech Conference and Expo in La...

Discover how AI is reshaping the HR and marketing landscape in our engaging conversation with entrepreneur Mark Willaman. From pioneering the employee benefits technology sector to creating innovative platforms like HRMarketer, Mark's journey is a fascinating tale of entrepreneurship and foresight. Our discussion with Mark offers valuable insights into his latest ventures, Newsworthy AI and N...

In this AI-focused HRchat episode, we hear from ChaVon (CJ) Clarke-Joell , Top 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics (2024), Global AI Ethics Advocate, Thought Leader, Innovator in Digital Wellness & Resilience and recent speaker at the MK AI Summit. Organizations are grappling with employees bringing AI tools to work. Employees are secretly using ChatGPT and other AI tools, creating what is called...

Rethink everything you know about work patterns with Grace Tallon, a passionate advocate for the four-day model. Grace's fascinating journey from a public representative in Dublin to championing a reduced work schedule challenges the conventional mindset, highlighting how technological progress hasn't yet lightened our load. She brings to light the flexibility struggles faced by workers...

In this episode of HRchat, guest host Bob Goodwin welcomes Dr. Andy Garrett, Founder and President of AG Thrive, to discuss resilience and burnout in the workplace. Bob and Dr. Gartett explore the underlying causes of burnout, its consequences for individuals and organizations, and practical strategies to build resilience. Dr. Garrett emphasizes the importance of True North Values—understanding an...

Ever wondered how AI is reshaping leadership in today's evolving workplace? Join us as we sit down with Andrea Di Vetta, a passionate lecturer in business and HRM at Anglia Ruskin University and past Disrupt Cambridge speaker. Listen as Andrea offers an insider's perspective on the fusion of AI, leadership, and organizational change. He delves into the pressing challenges SMEs encounter...

Ever wondered how personal life challenges can ripple into the workplace, affecting productivity and team dynamics? Join us as we have an insightful conversation with renowned divorce coach, Sara Davison. She shares her personal journey through a tumultuous divorce, which ignited her mission to support others navigating similar hardships. Dive into the compelling world of divorce coaching, where S...

Unlock the secrets to transforming HR in the manufacturing sector with Monica Anderton, the Chief Human Resources Officer at DS Smith. Monica takes us through her remarkable journey of revolutionizing HR across various industries, shedding light on the innovative strategies implemented at their Lebanon, Indiana facility. With severe hiring challenges and an intense competition for talent, discover...

This episode considers personal growth and where employee wellbeing is going wrong. Tune in as Bill Banham talks with Bianca Errigo , Founder at HumanOS. Bianca's inspiring journey is a profound tale of resilience and transformation. After starting her career with a focus on psychology, life threw an unexpected challenge her way with her father's illness, steering her into the world of t...

The guest this time is Erich Kurschat, the owner of Harmony Insights LLC, a company that helps companies and consultants build high-performing teams and revenue streams around the Everything DiSC® and The Five Behaviors® assessments. He is also the founder of HRHotSeat , an inclusive mastermind community of real HR pros solving real HR problems. Erich draws from a broad range of experiences as a c...

Curious about transforming HR strategies and boosting employee engagement? Join us as we sit down with Laila Gillies, Head of HR for Hiscox USA, a leading insurer for more than 600,000 small businesses in the US. Listen as Laila discusses her experience of transforming Hiscox’s talent retention and engagement strategies, elevating employee experiences and advancing the company’s overall industry i...

In HRchat episode 760, we look ahead to Disrupt Manchester happening this evening. Joining Bill on the pod is Jon Sleightholme, Disrupt Manchester speaker and Director of Talent Acquisition Solutions at NFP, an Aon Company. Listen as Jon shares how his evolution from a professional rugby player to a corporate leader is filled with lessons from the sports world. Discover how the relentless pursuit...

The CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition (ACE) is happening next week! Joining Bill Banham on the pod is CIPD 2024 panelist and Principal Consultant at Woosh Ltd, Woosh Raza. Woosh shares his remarkable career path from private banking to founding Woosh Limited. Woosh's dedication to fostering meaningful, high-trust conversations propelled him into impactful HR roles within the healthcare an...

Today we unlock some of the secrets of modern compensation strategies and the transformative power of pay transparency with our special guest, Trapper Yates, VP of Global Compensation for HP. Trapper brings his expert insights on managing equitable pay structures for HP's vast workforce and how his team navigates the complexities of global compensation across 60 countries. Discover how HP is...

Ever wonder how improv can change your life? In this HRchat episode Lynda Goodfriend joins Bill Banham to unpack the magic of acting and improv classes and how lessons can be taken into the office. Lynda Goodfriend is an American actress who is perhaps best known for playing Lori Beth Cunningham (née Allen), Richie's girlfriend then wife on the TV sitcom Happy Days. Having built lasting conne...

In the latest episode of the HRchat pod, we try to unlock the secret to turning people metrics into business success. Joining Bob Goodwin on the show this time is Kevin McDonald, VP of People Services and Insights at the EW Scripps Company. Tune in to discover how a company that's been around since the days of the Penny Press has transformed its HR operations to thrive in today's digital...

Ever wondered why your leadership training efforts aren't yielding lasting change? Listen as Dr. Mike Ashby from The Breakthrough Co. unravels the mystery behind the ineffectiveness of traditional leadership development programs. Promising more than just theory, Dr. Mike shares how aligning training with real business goals and fostering emotional intelligence can create workplaces that are n...

Curious about how love can transform leadership? We welcome the insightful Dr. Glenn Thomas, a self-described recovering bad leader, to share the Heartwork Leadership Framework on this episode of the HRchat Show. Drawing from his journey, Dr. Glenn illustrates how genuine care and effective communication can yield positive outcomes both in the workplace and beyond. As we navigate the often challen...

Can AI transform the landscape of medical education? Join us as we bring you an enlightening discussion with David Lay, Assessment Manager at Queen Mary University of London, who unveils AI's transformative role in enhancing medical training. David takes host Bill Banham through his fascinating journey from a History student to a leader in competency-based training, highlighting the challenge...