In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Stephanie Werner-Dietz, Executive Vice President, Human Resources of ArcelorMittal, to explore how HR leaders can deeply connect with the business and drive people strategies that truly make an impact. Stephanie shares her experience moving from the tech sector into manufacturing, the power of immersing yourself in the frontline, and how building trust and credibility transforms HR’s role in the business.🎓 In this episode, Stephanie discusses:Why simplicity and pragmatism are key to adoptionBalancing digital transformation with frontline needsHow to build trust and credibility with leadership teamsWhy immersing yourself in the business is essential for HRThe biggest mistakes HR makes when rolling out new processesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to Simplify Your HR Tech Stack
In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Ciprian Arhire, Global Head of People Programmes and Analytics at Entain, to explore how HR leaders can balance AI, data, and human connection in the age of digital transformation.Ciprian shares insights on simplifying HR tech stacks, building trust in AI adoption, and creating agile strategies that future-proof HR. He also shares why upskilling HR teams in data literacy and storytelling is critical for success.🎓 In this episode, Ciprian discusses:Why simplifying HR tech is critical for global businessesHow to balance automation and human empathy in HRWhy storytelling is a must-have skill in HR analyticsHow to build trust while adopting AI and automationCreating agile roadmaps to keep HR future-readySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How AI Is Transforming Talent Acquisition
In this special episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we bring you a powerful panel discussion hosted by Lynne Oldham, Chief People Officer at Dataiku, featuring talent leaders from Databricks, Omnicom Media Group, Eaton and Zapier.Together, they explore how AI is transforming talent acquisition and talent management, from predictive hiring and internal mobility to bias reduction and personalized candidate experiences.🤖 In this episode, you’ll learn:Ways AI is helping reduce bias in the hiring processWhat challenges teams faced during AI implementationHow predictive analytics are transforming workforce planningHow companies are using AI to match candidates and jobs fasterReal examples of AI-powered internal mobility and talent developmentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to Plan CEO Succession the Right Way
In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Michael Fraccaro, Former Chief People Officer at Mastercard, to discuss the future of HR leadership, succession planning, and the balance between formal and moral leadership. Michael shares lessons from his nine-year tenure, including CEO succession, scaling culture globally, and building high-performing teams by empowering others.🎓 In this episode, Michael discusses:Balancing formal authority with moral leadershipLeading CEO succession and the power of planning aheadHow to empower teams and avoid becoming the bottleneckWhy vulnerability and "quiet power" are essential leadership traitsThe evolving role of CHROs in navigating complexity and disruptionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to Treat Employees Like Customers
In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Stephan Meier, Professor at Columbia Business School and author of The Employee Advantage, to explore how employee-centric strategies are reshaping the workplace. Stephan shares how behavioral economics, employee experience, and business strategy intersect, and why treating employees like customers creates competitive advantage.🎓 In this episode, Stephan discusses:The myth of the purely rational workerWhy employees are the new customersWhy ping pong tables don’t fix toxic culturesHow personalization transforms engagementLessons from customer-centricity applied to employee experienceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.