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, the critical CEO-CHRO relationship, and shares strategies to address talent shor ... Show More
Nov 21
CHRO Alignment Series: Syncing with the CIO
This episode is part of the November CHRO alignment series, where we talk to leaders about the executive connection. Today, Paul Theisen, founder of TAG CXO and veteran fractional CIO, unpacks what makes the CHRO–CIO partnership work. Plus, stay tuned for a trivia segment on CIO ... Show More
29m 10s
Nov 18
CHRO Alignment Series: Boardroom Synergy, Featuring Mastercard
This episode is part of the November CHRO alignment series, where we talk to leaders about the executive connection. Today, former Mastercard chief people officer Michael Fraccaro reveals what makes a strong relationship between a CHRO and the board. Drawing on his years leading ... Show More
33m 17s
Nov 7
CHRO Alignment Series: The CEO Alliance with Mercedes-Benz
This episode of People + Strategy is part of the November CHRO alignment series, where we talk to leaders about the executive connection. Today, we’re taking you back in time to the SHRM Executive Network Visionaries Summit, where Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Adam Chamberlain and CHRO L ... Show More
45m 58s
Jul 2025
Leading Change with Confidence: HR’s Role in Organizational Transformation
Andy Biladeau, SHRM’s chief transformation officer, sits down with guest host Marjorie Morrison, SHRM’s executive in residence for mental health, to explore HR’s evolving role in organizational transformation. With change management being one of the top CHRO priorities for 2025, ... Show More
32m 26s
Nov 11
In a PIP Panic? How to Turn a “Death Sentence” into Your Biggest Opportunity
Facing a performance improvement plan (PIP) can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of the line in your job. Discover how to use a PIP to grow and get back on track as Nicole Belyna, director of talent at SHRM and co-host of SHRM’s Honest HR podcast, shares actiona ... Show More
28m 31s
Aug 19
From Orientation to Connection: A New Approach to Onboarding
For anyone starting a new job, creating a sense of connection, culture, and belonging from day one can transform what was once a routine orientation into a powerful, lasting experience. Two leaders at Vanderbilt University — Joanna Echols, senior director of operational optimizat ... Show More
29m 32s
Aug 5
Today’s Shifting Priorities for an HR Department of One
What’s behind the changing priorities for an HR department of one in 2025? Jennifer Currence, senior partner at HR Soul Consulting, joins host Monique Akanbi, SHRM-CP, to break down the results of her annual survey of small business HR professionals. She reveals why organizationa ... Show More
28m 27s
Apr 2024
Ep. 302: "You Have a Role" – Social Sciences for Successful Workplace Strategies with Leigh Stringer of Perkins&Will and Jomal McNeal & Stephen Smith of REWORC
Leigh Stringer is Global Director of Advisory Services at Perkins&Will, Jomal McNeal is VP of Customer Solutions and Stephen Smith is VP of People Analytics at REWORC where they are passionate about aligning people, place and process for the ultimate workplace experience. Mike Pe ... Show More
29m 19s
Jan 2025
How AI is Transforming Human Resources with John Kannapell, CYPHER Learning
<p>Discover the transformative power of artificial intelligence in HR as we explore how generative AI is reshaping the workplace. <br/><br/>The guest this time is John Kannapell, President, COO and Board Member at <a href='https://www.cypherlearning.com/'>CYPHER Learning</a>, a c ... Show More
23m 59s
Sep 2024
Power Skills for the Modern Workforce: Insights from Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
Join SHRM President and CEO, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., for some of the best advice on strengthening your power skills and how to use them to your advantage in the workplace. Plus, stay tuned for his BEST career advice on this episode of Career Compass.Episode transcriptEarn 0.5 SHRM ... Show More
24m 23s
Jul 2025
The Advantages of Telehealth in Your Benefits Strategy
Once seen as a bonus benefit, telehealth is now a vital part of any modern HR strategy. Teira Gunlock, CEO of First Stop Health, joins host Marjorie Morrison to explore how virtual health care is modernizing employee benefits. They dive into the pressing challenges HR teams face ... Show More
30m 56s
Oct 14
Master Difficult Conversations Around Pay Equity
What truly drives fair compensation? Nicole Armstrong, CEO of Ellequate, explores the toughest questions around pay equity, revealing real challenges faced by today’s workforce — from the gender pay gap to “occupational segregation.” Get practical tips for tackling difficult comp ... Show More
25m 54s