The HR Uprising Podcast

Lucinda talks to Adam Horne, co-founder of OpenOrg, who shares insights from his extensive experience in culture change and highlights alarming statistics about employee engagement and trust in the workplace. Together they look into the challenges organisations face, particularly in smaller businesses, regarding miscommunication and the erosion of trust KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a significant trust d...

Lucinda talks to Liz Redway about into the intriguing world of artificial intelligence (AI) in human resources. Drawing from her recent session aimed at demystifying AI for HR professionals, Liz discusses the current landscape of AI adoption, highlighting both the excitement and apprehension surrounding its use. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a noticeable gap in the adoption of AI within HR, with many pro...

Lucinda talks to Rob Toomey, the President of TypeCoach about understanding personalities and improving communication within organisations. Rob discusses how TypeCoach utilises personality frameworks like Myers-Briggs and David Kersey's temperament model to help individuals navigate relationships in various contexts, including team dynamics, leadership development, and sales interactions, as well...

Lucinda looks at high performance strategies, focusing on the importance of feedback in driving performance in organisations. She discusses evidence-based drivers of performance, emphasising the need for quality people management activities and classic performance management. Key topics covered include the significance of courageous and consistent feedback, defining good quality feedback, and impl...

Lucinda welcomes back guest Michelle Parry Slater from Kairos Modern Learning to discuss the concept of the "last hundred days." Michelle shares her personal experience of working her notice period before relocating to Australia and highlights the importance of focusing on the end of the employee lifecycle as much as the beginning. KEY TAKEAWAYS Shift the focus from just the first 100 days to also...

Lucinda is joined by Andy Lancaster, an expert in organisational learning communities. Andy shares insights from his book, "Organisational Learning Communities," discussing the importance of intentional community building for learning and development. They explore the concept of socialised learning, the benefits of diverse communities, and the impact of storytelling in measuring success. Andy emph...

Lucinda is joined by special guest, Kevin D. Monroe, to talk about the power of expressing gratitude in the workplace and beyond. Kevin shares his journey of creating the "Don't Wait to Thank" program, encouraging listeners to participate in a 31-day gratitude challenge during July. They explore the impact of simple, sincere, and specific expressions of gratitude, emphasising the significance of r...

Lucinda looks at the topic of motivation with guest Sarah Stones, a motivation specialist. Sarah, who is an expert in motivational mapping, shares insights into how understanding intrinsic motivators can significantly impact an individual's energy, performance, and overall well-being. Together, they discuss the three clusters of motivators - relationship, achievement, and growth - and how they inf...

Lucinda focusses on re-energising performance in the current work environment, particularly addressing the impact of low energy levels on performance. She discusses various factors influencing performance, such as intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, personal attributes, and the working environment. `Lucinda also introduces the Managing Energy and Performance (MEP) grid, a tool to help managers dia...

Lucinda talks to Tracey Abayeta, an HR director specialising in talent development, about the importance of building strong relationships in career development. Tracey shares her unconventional journey from investment banking to HR, emphasising the role relationships played in her career transitions. She introduces a five-point framework for building relationships, focusing on intentionality, bold...

Lucinda talks to Dr. Jo Burrell from Ultimate Resilience about the findings of a report on HR wellbeing, highlighting the concerning statistics showing high levels of depression, anxiety, burnout symptoms, and low wellbeing among HR professionals. Lucinda and Jo delve into the challenges faced by HR professionals, the lack of support systems within the profession, and the importance of setting bou...

Lucinda interviews Bill Banham, the founder and editor of HR Gazette magazine and host of the HR Chat podcast, who shares his extensive experience in HR tech and media, discussing his favourite interviews and guests from over 750 episodes! KEY TAKEAWAYS LinkedIn is a key platform where a large number of HR professionals engage with content, making it a valuable channel for sharing information. Be...

Lucinda delves into the topic of rethinking culture within organisations. Drawing on research and personal experiences, she explores various cultural models and frameworks including Competing Values Framework by Cameron and Quinn, the Culture Onion by Edgar Schein, and The Cultural Web by Gary Johnson and Kevin Scholes, Lucinda provides practical insights and tools for assessing and reshaping orga...

Lucinda investigates the intricacies of the CIPD Profession Map with guest Victoria Winkler from the CIPD. The conversation explores the origins of the map, its structure, and how individuals can leverage it to enhance their professional development. Victoria provides valuable insights into the different levels of CIPD qualifications, self-assessment tools, and the importance of continuous learnin...

Lucinda delves into the essential steps for building a coaching culture within organizations. Joined by Jo Wright, a Speaker, Coach, and Best-Selling Author, they explore the seven steps to creating a coaching culture and the importance of coaching skills for managers.  Jo shares her insights on the significance of coaching in everyday conversations, emphasising the need for managers to adopt a co...

Lucinda is joined by Stella Collins, co-founder and chief learning officer of Stella Labs. They discuss the intersection of neuroscience and AI in the field of learning and development. Stella shares insights on how understanding how the brain learns can improve the effectiveness of learning initiatives. She emphasises the importance of motivation, practice, reflection, and spaced repetition in th...

Lucinda is joined by Cat Wildman, founder of Powered by Diversity, to discuss practical strategies for implementing diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives in organisations. They emphasise the importance of starting from the bottom and engaging the entire leadership team in the process. Kat explains how their platform helps HR teams assess their organisation's current state of EDI and gather val...

Lucinda is joined by Miles Bonnell of Milo HR to discuss how to create a winning talent culture or acquisition strategy, with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). They emphasise the importance of understanding and aligning with the company's culture, being honest with candidates about the current state of the business, and setting clear expectations. They also explore the role of...

Lucinda flies solo this time to discuss various themes related to well-being, drawing from recent research findings from the CIPD and Oxford University. She explores the effectiveness of well-being initiatives, highlighting the need to focus on structural aspects of work that contribute to well-being rather than relying solely on superficial interventions. Lucinda also emphasises the importance of...

Lucinda welcomes Dr. Neha Sangwan, an engineer turned medical doctor and executive coach, who specialises in addressing the global epidemic of burnout and shares her insights on well-being and avoiding burnout on a grand scale. Dr Sangwan discusses her personal experience with burnout as a doctor and the lack of awareness and training in the medical field, emphasising the importance of self-awaren...

Lucinda welcomes Gethin Nadin, an expert in workplace well-being, to discuss the current state of well-being strategies in organisations and the need for a more holistic approach. Gethin shares insights from his research and emphasises the importance of organisational culture and personal responsibility in promoting well-being. They also delve into the impact of AI on well-being and productivity i...

Lucinda welcomes mental health consultant Petra Velzeboer to discuss the importance of prioritising mental health in the workplace. They explore the signs of burnout and the 12-stage process that leads to it, emphasising the need for prevention and self-awareness. Petra shares practical tips for managing stress, including setting boundaries, reevaluating values, and addressing digital well-being....

Lucinda interviews Jill Aburrow from Heartfelt HR to discuss the challenging topic of managing redundancy. With nearly 30 years of HR experience, Jill specialises in advising on redundancy issues and has written a book called "Redundancy with Love." They explore the importance of managing redundancy sensitively and positively, emphasising the need for clear communication, empathy, and support for...

Lucinda interviews Samreen McGregor, an executive coach and author of the book "Leader Awakened”, about the topic of embracing adversity and trauma in the workplace. Samreen shares her insights on how individuals and organisations can use adversity as a catalyst for empowerment and well-being, rather than sweeping it under the carpet. They explore the impact of trauma on performance and happiness,...

Lucinda interviews Zena Everett, a speaker on leadership and productivity and author of the book "The Crazy Busy Cure." They discuss the growing issue of busyness and stress in the workplace, particularly in the context of hybrid working. Zena shares her insights on the impact of personality traits, such as perfectionism and people-pleasing, on productivity. They also explore the importance of cla...