Hr Studio Podcast

Dr. Paula Caligiuri, author of Cultural Agility: Building a Pipeline of Successful Global Professionals, discusses three competencies that predict success in other cultures. She also discusses a unique program for high-potential employees to gain cultural agility and leadership skills necessary to grow, innovate and create competitive advantage in our global economy. Click here for complete show notes.  

Linda Hlavac hosts a discussion on the importance and impact of learning agility with Dr. Linda Gravett, co-author of  Learning Agility: The Impact on Recruitment and Retention. Linda makes the business case for how and why HR professionals need to understand and develop learning agility for personal and organizational success. Click here for complete show notes.  

In this episode, Linda Hlavac interviews Dr. John P. Kotter, an authority on leadership and change. We learn John’s perspective on how change has evolved over the past 20 years; what leaders and their teams struggle most with when it comes to change or transformation initiatives; his latest book (That’s Not How We Do It Here!); and advice for aspiring HR leaders. Click here for complete show notes.  

In this episode, Guy Pedelini, VP of HR at Dialogic shares his career journey, lessons learned and critical skills and competencies acquired. He offers advice on how HR can contribute to organizational strategy. Guy has been described by his colleagues as having the strength to focus HR efforts to truly support a business and its strategic plan. Click here for complete show notes.  

The Importance of Networking and Connecting. Matthew West of Advice Personnel talks to Linda Hlavac about his (unplanned) career path and how he leveraged his natural propensity for networking and connecting with people, as well as a tenacity and curiosity to become a Chief Talent Officer of his previous company. He shares thoughts on critical skills needed by HR professionals and offers advice on how to successfully network for personal and professional growth. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Matthew_West

Amir Ghannad discusses becoming a transformative leader – to boldly declare, courageously pursue and abundantly achieve the extraordinary. He offers advice for HR leaders on preparing for and excelling in a leadership role. Amir’s coaching and training has empowered hundreds of leaders to deliver extraordinary results and achieve personal satisfaction and fulfillment. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Amir_Ghannad

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is the number one executive coach and thought leader on leadership coaching. This episode will be of interest to all listeners who coach others in leadership roles; through internal/external coaching roles; or informally coaching colleagues. Learn the pitfalls and superstitions to which smart leaders become susceptible and what it takes to improve leadership skills and become a better coach. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Marshall_Goldsmith

Dr. Steven Lindner shares important insights on talent acquisition and leadership development. From his work in the field of talent acquisition and assessment, Dr. Lindner reveals what research has uncovered on how candidates are selected for interviews, the impact of employment gaps in a resume, and how to mitigate them. He will also share key success factors in hiring and discuss the benefits of instituting leadership development programs. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Steven_Lindner

Career Advice for Aspiring Leaders: Hustle & the Perils of “Busy” Misti Burmeister explains why and how to hustle to get to know yourself; find your passion; and advance your career. She shares a model for personal development and advises aspiring leaders to develop people the same way you mine for gold. She draws from those who have inspired her. Her energy and advice will leave you ready to hustle to advance your career. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Misti_Burmeister

Michael Lee Stallard – Helping Leaders Create Cultures That Connect Michael Lee Stallard defines the meaning of culture within the organizational context. He describes three distinct types of sub-cultures and illustrates with two noteworthy examples of highly connected cultures – The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the band U2. He concludes with ideas on how leaders can build a culture of connection in their organizations. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Michael_Stallard

What makes up a top 10% Change Management Practitioner? Daryl Conner discusses Change Management Practitioners and what makes a High Impact Change Practitioner. The perspective Daryl brings to his work is informed by the patterns of success and failure he’s documented during his four decades of advising senior executives as they orchestrate fundamental change. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Daryl_Conner

Author, speaker, trend-watcher and HR thought-leader Ian Ziskin gives listeners a preview of tomorrow’s Human Resources function and skill sets. Ian’s global leadership experience includes serving as CHRO in Northrop Grumman, Qwest Communications and TRW. He has written two books: THREE: The Human Resources Emerging Executive and Willbe: 13 Reasons WillBe’s are Luckier than WannaBe’s. He’s a contributing author to The Rise of HR: Wisdom from 73 Thought Leaders. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Ian_Ziskin

Doug Kirkpatrick discusses the implementation and structure of a self-managed organization. He is the author of Beyond Empowerment: The Age of the Self-Managed Organization; an organizational change consultant; TEDx and keynote speaker; executive coach; writer; and educator. He holds degrees in economics and law and is a Senior Professional in Human Resources with the Society for Human Resource Management. He currently serves as Director for the Association for Talent Development. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Doug_Kirkpatrick

Katherin Nukk-Freeman discusses how recognizing our Unconscious Biases can make us better leaders and why she decided to start her new venture, SHIFT HR Compliance Training. Katherin has established herself as a dynamic employment law training instructor and industry thought leader, presenting frequently on employment law matters and more recently on Unconscious Bias in the workplace. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Katherin_Nukk-Freeman

Marie Armenio shares her career journey to the top of HR. She shares insights on what it takes to be a successful HR Leader today, along with advice for those aspiring to a leadership role in HR. Her passions; top picks for staying up to date; and more are explored in this week's podcast. Marie has held senior HR roles within Realogy, Novartis and Becton Dickinson and now consults to organizations on strategic organizational and leadership. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Marie_Armenio

Unlocking Your Leadership Potential Through Brain Science Dr Srini Pillay introduces his work in the area of brain science, offering powerful concepts and techniques that are not only life-changing, but can also strengthen leadership skills. Dr. Srini Pillay is CEO of NeuroBusiness Group (NBG), voted one of the "Top 20 Movers and Shakers" in leadership development in the world by Training Industry in 2013. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Srini_Pillay

Managing Young People in the Workplace Bruce Tulgan sheds light on how “accidents of history” shape generational differences. He offers advice for the latest generations who are entering the workforce as well as for those who hire and manage them. Bruce shares insights from his latest book on soft skills training, including how to get the second wave millennial generation to embrace and develop soft skills.   Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Bruce_Tulgan

Tracey Wilen shares insights on the future of work and careers, based her personal experience and extensive research. What her findings mean for the personal development of current and future HR leaders as well as the development of the next generation of leaders. Dr. Tracey Wilen is a global speaker, author and frequent media contributor on future workforce trends, focusing on career, gender, leadership, technology, and education. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Tracey_Wilen

Dr. William A. Schiemann is an HR thought-leader, author and global keynote speaker. He offers powerful advice to current and future HR leaders on why and how to adopt analytics in HR; critical skills for future HR leaders; and the challenges and opportunities for future generations. Bill has authored several books, including collaborating with Dave Ulirch and others on the Rise of HR. Download show notes at: http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Bill_Schiemann

Internationally renowned expert on workforce trends and generational dynamics, Seth Mattison advises many of the world’s leading organizations on key shifts in talent management, change and innovation, leadership and the future of work. As a millennial himself, Seth offers some fascinating insights into the unwritten rules that his generation faces as they navigate hierarchical organizations today. Download show notes at:http://www.ajoconnor.com/HRstudio/podcasts/Seth_Mattison