Mary Kitson, the founder and director of Mentor HR®, as well as the senior program manager at MITRE explores the pivotal role mentorship plays in career development, particularly within the HR profession. Kitson highlights the long-term benefits of mentorship for individuals and organizations alike. Discover how beyond skill development, mentorship fosters e ... Show More
Sep 16
Promoted but Unprepared: How AI Coaching Is Helping New Leaders
Episode Blurb: New leaders often check every box: training, workshops, and even a coach. Yet many still feel unprepared for the moment real decisions land on their desk. Alex Marcus and Jamie Albers, co-CEOs and co-founders of Mento, a member of SHRM’s 2026 WorkplaceTech Accelera ... Show More
34m 54s
Sep 2
Recalibrate, Don't Retreat: The New Rules of Inclusion and Diversity at Work
Good intentions are no longer enough when it comes to supporting inclusion & diversity in your organization. In this new era shaped by shifting enforcement and rising incivility, the leaders who thrive treat I&D like any other core business process — measured, documented, and bui ... Show More
34m 13s
Aug 19
Fixer Fatigue: Why Solving Everything Yourself Is Wearing You Out
Being the go-to problem solver might feel like strong leadership — until it quietly burns you out and stalls your team's growth. Middle managers especially feel this pressure, expected to be available, adaptable, and ready with an answer. But that always-on approach comes at a co ... Show More
42m 42s
Apr 2023
A Candid Glimpse Into HR Mentorship
A good mentor/mentee relationship creates a safe, nonjudgmental space to provide guidance and advice, and that’s just as true for mentorships dedicated to the HR profession. In this episode of Honest HR, host Monique Akanbi is joined by Sheila Thomas and Firdosh Bhathena, a real- ... Show More
36m 53s
Jan 2025
How to Balance Employee Well-Being and Performance
<p>In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Laila Gillies, Head of HR at Hiscox USA, to explore her incredible journey in HR leadership and the evolving role of HR in shaping modern organizations.</p><p>Laila shares insights on upskilling employees for the f ... Show More
38m 42s
Oct 2024
How to Retain Your Top Talent in 2025
<p>In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Paaras Parker, Chief Human Resources Officer at Paycor, a leader in human capital management.</p><p>She explores the evolving role of HR in business, sharing how companies can navigate retention challenges and better sup ... Show More
47m 54s
Oct 2024
How to Transform HR into a Strategic Partner
<p>In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Nicole Peace, Chief People Officer at AIS, a leading IT consulting firm. </p><p>Nicole shares her inspiring journey from the world of art to HR leadership, emphasizing the importance of business acumen, strategic HR, and ... Show More
48m 22s
Jun 2024
Tips and Strategies for Achieving Work-Life Balance in HR
<p>In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Floor van Griensven, Chief People Officer at Trivium Packaging.</p><p>Floor shares her extensive journey in HR, detailing her rise to leadership and the significant impact of her diverse experiences across various ... Show More
33m 41s
Feb 2023
Getting into business: Mentoring
A mentor can take many different forms but ultimately they’re there to give you advice, put you in touch with contacts they have and support you, whether you’re setting up a new business or looking to make the next step in your career. We head to Sweden to speak to Caxton Njuki, ... Show More
17m 53s