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
Nov 20
AI at Work: Fear, Facts, Forward with Dr. Mary Hayes
<p>Want a real-world look at how AI is reshaping work without the hype? Dr. Mary Hayes joins us to explore what employees actually feel about AI, why optimism varies across countries and roles, and how leaders can turn uncertainty into momentum through honest, practical communica ... Show More
18m 26s
Nov 18
From Operations To Strategy: HR’s Pivot To Project-Led Transformation with Karla Eidem
<p>Strategy beats panic when work changes this fast. We sit down with Karla Eidem, North American Regional Managing Director at the <a href='https://www.pmi.org/'>Project Management Institute</a>, to explore how HR can turn AI disruption into a springboard for skills, execution, ... Show More
25m 3s
Nov 10
Why Personalization Turns Employee Benefits into Business Results with David Duckworth, Ben
<p>How much of your benefits budget actually helps people live and work better?<br/><br/>In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, host Bill Banham sits down with <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidduck/'><b>David Duckworth</b></a>, Co-Founder and COO at <b>Ben</b>, to explor ... Show More
18m 46s
Aug 29
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 20
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 13
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
Oct 3
Executive Influence: How to Get to ‘Yes’
In this episode of People + Strategy, hear Brad Winn’s hard-won lessons on executive influence and the messy realities of organizational politics. Winn is a professor of leadership and strategy in the Huntsman School of Business, executive MBA director at Utah State University, a ... Show More
29m 57s