Nine To Thrive HR

How does the number one company on the Fortune 500 list use people analytics to make talent decisions? Gustavo Canton, Senior Director of Research, Global People Analytics at Walmart, Inc shares how the people analytics function was built at Walmart. His function allows executives to make quick data-driven decisions and his team is continuously innovating especially around the ability to connect s...

Organizations are embracing the concept of flexible work, meaning that virtual or remote employees are a normal part of today's workforce. This means that teams must make both meetings and time between meetings as productive as possible. Jo Moore and George Brough share strategies for engaging virtual workers both professionally and personally in this latest episode of Nine To Thrive HR.

In this podcast, Dr. Steven Hunt of SAP shares what he believes is the real reason we assume people fear change. He also discusses the role disruptive technology should have in HR strategy, and why we shouldn't tolerate bad managers.

Trying to create learning content from the ground up relies on a coordinated and collaborative effort. But more than that it requires a thoughtful strategy for engaging the learner. Listen as Dr. Greg Ketchum, frequent collaborator with HCI, describes his philosophy for making the most out of the expertise residing within your organization.

Have you ever wondered why the best laid talent management plans often go awry? Perhaps it is because the talent strategy is built on a foundation of shifting sands. Jeff Gross, CEO of MyPeoplePlan, sheds some light on the subject of workforce planning and how a measured examination of the workforce needs will lead to more stable business results in the long run.

What is Cognitive HR? In today's era of artificial intelligence and machine learning, technology pioneers like IBM are leveraging inventions like Watson to help organizations make better talent decisions. In this podcast, Dan Mayville of IBM discusses what we can learn from Watson about talent strategy and how HR can use analytics to become a strategic partner in the business.

Recruiting can be especially challenging for organizations that are not household names. In this podcast, Alina Karle of Axis Communications shares innovative ways that organizations can achieve brand awareness. She also discusses the importance of quality of hire, and shares strategies for improving quality of hire through better recruitment processes.

Are you a good listener? Listening skills are just as important in the business world as they are in our personal lives. David Zinger, expert on employee engagement, discusses his definition of engagement and explores how organizations must become better listeners in order to truly increase engagement. He also shares the importance of creating a safe environment for employees to express dissatisfa...

Sometimes in the rush to keep up with the latest trends the details may get lost in the shuffle. With microlearning there can be a push to make everything bite-sized and focused on video-based content. Luckily there are experts like Sue Rodeman who are in a position to give advice from a place of subject-matter expertise. Listen to this interview to learn tips to make microlearning work strategica...

As more organizations are looking to upskill coaching capabilities the question becomes what does that look like in practice? Kate Philpot from Getty Images provides a snapshot of this journey by talking through the different challenges and offering her perspective on viable solutions. This interview offers an unfiltered picture of the real work of coach training for HR leaders to better prepare t...

There is more to assessment data than using it to eliminate unsuitable job candidates. The Granite Group's Tracie Sponenberg shares her tips for making sound talent decisions that are based on insight gleaned from a proven source. Listen to her story so that you might be able to learn how not to take for granted some of the things you're already doing to screen and identify qualified candidates.

For anyone looking to integrate various coaching modalities there are questions of philosophy and questions of practice. In this interview with Rita Moss, Vice President of HR at OPIC, we learn how she has been able to put structures in place that have allowed for a strong coaching culture first to take root and eventually grow into an integral part of how the organization gets things done.

The challenge of engaging Millennial employees gets even harder when they’re salespeople living and working in the field. This podcast explores ways to use technology to build culture and connect remote Millennial sellers to the organization.

What does the workplace of tomorrow look like? In this podcast, Dr. Karie Willyerd of SAP discusses how organizations can focus on long term vision rather than short term goals. She also explores ways that companies can prepare for the jobs of the future, many of which might not exist yet today.

To be an employer of choice requires the creation of a culture where there is acceptance and inclusion for every employee. Join Bank of America’s Cynthia Bowman, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer and Namrata Yadav, Senior Vice President Head of Diversity & Inclusion Learning, as we discuss the elements of a culture that allow employees to feel no fear in bringing their authentic selves to work...

New research from SkillSurvey unveiled the importance of soft skills to employers. Ray Bixler, CEO of SkillSurvey, discusses the research findings and shares insights on how online reference checking can help employers evaluate the soft skills of potential job candidates.

Digitalization is driving a renaissance of where “work” is liberated from the depersonalized perspective of the industrial era and breeding professionals that have much more in common with “Renaissance Master Artisans” than traditional white collar workers. Gianpaolo Barozzi, Senior Director HR and Global Leader for Talent Management at Cisco helps unpack this concept and decode what the new work...

In this podcast, Maryalicia Verdecchia, Manager of Talent Acquisition at Parkview Medical, explores the role of mindfulness in recruiting and engagement. She also discusses the importance of partnering with marketing in order to build a brand-authentic employee experience. As a final thought, Maryalicia provides some quick tips on handling high-volume hiring.

If there is one HR function that lends itself to cross-functional collaboration than it is the often overlooked but increasingly critical process of onboarding. Listen as Stephanie Bertmer, Onboarding Program Manager and Talent Development leader at Hulu, describes her process to create stronger alignment between the candidate promise and the employee expectations. The dedication to a more strateg...

What are the biggest challenges facing recruiters today? How can recruiters begin to address those challenges? In this podcast, Michelle Teichman, VP, Recruiting Management Systems Division discusses how recruiters can prepare for the future, including balancing technology with strong HR strategy.

Join WilsonHCG's John Blowers and Andrew Gadomski of Aspen Advisors as they explore the role of strategic workforce planning and analytics in encouraging business growth. You will learn how workforce planning can help you better identify the types of talent you need, and hear recommendations on how to get an analytics program started if you are facing challenges.

In this 8 minute interview with Ron Thomas, Managing Director of Strategy Focused Group DWC, LLC and Senior Faculty at HCI. We ask him: • How essential are front-line managers to important organizational and talent outcomes like engagement, performance, and retention? • What are some best practices in identifying first-time managers? • What are some best practices in developing first-time managers...

In this 10 minute interview with David J. DeFilippo, Ed. D., Chief Learning Officer for Suffolk Construction. We ask him: Is it hallmark at Suffolk Construction that all employees participate in L&D opportunities? Can you explain how L&D efforts are structured at your organization? What are the most important learning science theories and research right now? Are most organizations embracing what w...

Millennials are the fastest growing generation in the workforce today. Despite the stereotypes, Millennials value many of the same principles that other generations do--meaningful work, flexibility and room for growth and development. In this podcast, David Solot and Frank Costanzo of Caliper explore how HR can know whether a candidate will be a good fit, and how Millennials will change the work l...

In order to attract the best candidates, recruiters must leverage marketing tactics. In this podcast, Matt Alder discusses strategic marketing tactics that can be effectively applied to recruiting and how to balance technology with strategy to achieve the best results.