In HRchat episode 301, we consider the tools and resources needed to ensure successful L&D and workforce planning initiatives. Listen as we also chat about what it takes for HR to foster an environment that successfully elevates employee wellbeing and career development. Bill is joined this time by Phil Harrington, Chairman and CEO and Dr. Spencer Niles, ... Show More
Apr 23
Why Your Job Title Is Not Your Identity with Jennifer Outlaw
“I think I’m resigning.” Jennifer Outlaw still remembers blurting those words out in a meeting, and the clarity that followed. That single moment opens a bigger conversation about career reinvention, values-based leadership, and what it really means to be successful when the job ... Show More
22m 59s
Apr 22
What If Wellbeing Is A Work Design Problem with Jo Yarker
Workplace wellbeing is everywhere, yet too many programs still feel like duct tape on a deeper problem. Bill Banham sits down with Professor Jo Yarker, Professor of Occupational Psychology at Birkbeck University of London and managing partner at Affinity Health at Work, to get pr ... Show More
22m 9s
Apr 7
From HRIS Sprawl To A Clear Tech Roadmap with Matthew Hamilton
Your HR tech stack can feel like a living creature: new tools arrive, contracts renew, integrations sprawl, and suddenly you are paying multiple vendors for the same capability. We wanted a grounded conversation on how to regain control, so Bill Banham brought back Matthew Hamilt ... Show More
24m 46s
Aug 2025
The Power of Risk-Taking in HR Leadership and Career Growth
In this episode of People + Strategy, Stephen Childs, CHRO at Panasonic Automotive discusses the importance of embracing risk in the workplace, especially as the HR role continues to grow. Childs shares how he built influence across the C-suite and how volunteering for tough assi ... Show More
38m 21s
Jun 2024
The Man Who Makes People Famous Reveals All For The First Time... (Andrew Bloch) - FH EP.13
Welcome to the Free Humanity podcast, where we delve deep into the process of turning dreams into reality. Join us as we share expert insights from the world's most successful entrepreneurs—for free... This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Bloch, a prominent figur ... Show More
1h 12m
Aug 2025
579: Former Accenture Partner Brad Englert on Career Growth Through Relationships
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Brad Englert,</strong> former Accenture partner, IT strategist, CIO, and author, shares how building genuine relationships has been the cornerstone of his career success. From his early days in technology consulting to leading large-scale initiatives, Brad re ... Show More
52m 24s
Oct 2025
Purpose Under Pressure: Leadership in the Sandwich Generation
In this episode of People + Strategy, Brian Dickens, CHRO of the University of Tennessee System, opens up about the realities of leading while caring for both aging parents and growing children. As part of the sandwich generation, Dickens explores how empathy, flexibility, and pu ... Show More
41m 42s
Jun 2025
3 C's for CHRO Success, with SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
In this milestone 100th episode of People and Strategy with special guest Johnny C. Taylor Jr., CEO of SHRM, we dive into the intersection of technology and human capital, exploring how AI is reshaping HR practices and the workplace. Taylor reflects on his leadership philosophy, ... Show More
40m 48s
Jul 2025
Driving Business Impact with Talent Development at Scale With Martha Soehren
Traditional L&D teams often struggle to prove their value—but at Comcast, Martha Soehren built a Talent Development function that drove measurable business impact at scale. In this episode, Martha shares how her team aligned with strategic priorities, built trusted stakeholder re ... Show More
44m 25s
Nov 2025
Ep. 377: "Never Lose Focus" – Amplifying the "Voice of the Occupier" in Corporate Real Estate with Adam Hoy of PepsiCo
Adam Hoy is the VP and Global Head of Real Estate who leads the global workplace, real estate, and facilities function at PepsiCo. As the Past President of CoreNet Global UK Chapter, he hosts a podcast called the "Voice of the Occupier" which is committed to advancing the profess ... Show More
21m 51s