Sarah Harnett, Senior Director at Greenhouse Software. Sarah shares her inspiring journey from Dublin to leading global teams, emphasizing vulnerability and empathy in leadership. Learn how structured hiring fosters diversity and the critical role of psychological safety in innovation. Discover Sarah’s personal strategies for maintaining self-awareness and w ... Show More
Jul 6
How to Build a Skills Strategy That Survives the AI Era
In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Ciara Harrington (Barry), Chief People Officer at Skillsoft, to unpack why the shift from jobs to skills is finally becoming real.Ciara explains why HR can no longer rely only on job architecture, job ... Show More
49m 26s
Jun 24
How to Rebrand the Industries Everyone Gets Wrong
In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Björn Axelsson, EVP and CHRO at Sandvik, to unpack how one of Sweden’s largest industrial technology companies is changing the way people think about mining, manufacturing, AI, sustainability, and fut ... Show More
26m 26s
Jun 22
How to Build an HR Tech Stack Employees Actually Use
In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Arun Serikar, VP, HR Technology, Digital Platforms & AI Innovation, Corp Functions at Schneider Electric, to unpack what it really takes to simplify HR technology, scale AI, and build a better employe ... Show More
38m 9s
Sep 2025
Creating safe, inclusive environments for all employees
In the current climate, catering to the idiosyncratic needs and perceptions of all staff across generations – and ensuring they feel safe and included – is an ever-present challenge for HR. In this episode of The HR Leader Podcast, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Konica Minolta ... Show More
21m 27s
Jul 2025
The Power of Feedback: Building Trust and Leadership
Lauren Fast, chief people officer at iS Clinical, highlights the critical role of feedback, empathy, and trust in today’s workplace. Fast discusses how HR leaders can navigate challenges like layoffs, cost reductions, and employee disengagement while maintaining cultural alignmen ... Show More
30m 15s
Dec 2024
S5E3 The Power of Authentic Leadership and Workplace Culture with Pam Heneberry of the Professional Development Centre
In this episode of the Change Management Podcast, Louise Bright reunites with Pam Heneberry, Managing Director of the Professional Development Center, to discuss the crucial elements of building a positive workplace culture. Pam shares insights on how organisational values and le ... Show More
19m 46s
Jul 2025
Avoiding Random Acts of AI: A CHRO’s Take on HR Innovation
In this episode of People and Strategy, Kathleen Pearson, CHRO at McDermott Will & Emery, shares AI use cases for HR professionals. Pearson shares her unique career journey from marketing to HR leadership, offers her three pillars for building high-performing teams, and shares ho ... Show More
29m 21s
Aug 2024
Coaching Real Leaders: How can I set the right boundaries in a new job?
Working It is taking a break this week, so we’re bringing you a podcast we think you’ll enjoy: Coaching Real Leaders, from Harvard Business Review. The show takes you inside real-life coaching sessions with veteran leadership coach Muriel Wilkins. In this episode, Muriel speaks t ... Show More
55m 36s
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span lang= "EN-GB" style="font-family: Poppins;" xml:lang="EN-GB">Exceptional leaders create a nurturing work environment that prioritises well-being and trust, without compromising on productivity. With over two decades of exper ... Show More
