The “Best of 2024” episode features sixteen don’t miss moments from HR executives and thought leaders...

So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode?

• Rhonda Morris, CHRO, Chevron
• Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor Stanford University and Author of 16 books including the “7 Rules of Power
• Kerrie Peraino, Chief People Officer at Verily
• Kevin Wilde, Executive Leadership and Talent Development Expert & Author
• Kelly Monahan, Managing Director, Research Institute at Upwork
• Dave Ulrich, Bob Eichinger, and Allan Church
• Lybra Clemons, a C-Suite executive with experience leading talent, culture, and DEI
• Shaun Mayo, Chief People Officer, Arizona Cardinals Football Club
• Amy Kates, Organization Design Expert, Consultant, Educator, and Author of Five Books
• Kevin Cox, Founder and President of LKC Advisory & Anthony Nyberg, Director, Center for Executive Succession at University of South Carolina
• Jordana Kammerud, SVP & CHRO, Corning
• Lucien Alziari, EVP and CHRO of Prudential Financial, Inc
• Ginger King, CHRO, Kohler Co.
• Tim Richmond, EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer, AbbVie
• Stephanie Lilak, EVP & Chief People Officer, Mondelez International
• Prasad Setty, Lecturer, Stanford GSB, Advisor, Former VP at Google, People Ops and Workspace

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Why do HR leaders need to be talent mavens, employee advocates, and company defenders?

How can you shift from a cost mindset to a return on investment mindset?

My guest on this episode is Jackson Lynch, CHRO at Sunnova and founder of the “Talent Sherpa” newsletter

During our conversation Jackson and I discuss:

• Why you need to meet the business where it is and not where you wish it would be.
• Why CHROs and CEOs need to be aligned on 'what good looks like' for an effective partnership.
• The three essential 'hats' HR leaders must wear: Talent Maven, Employee Advocate, and Company Defender.
• The role of business acumen in enabling HR leaders to predict outcomes and shape future work strategies.
• Why HR leaders need to shift from a cost to a return on investment mindset.

Connecting with Jackson:

Connect with Jackson Lynch on LinkedIn

Learn more or subscribe to Jackson’s newsletter, Talent Sherpa

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How can HR advocate and support their front-line leaders?

Why is it a smart investment to develop your front-line leaders and team members?

My guest on this episode is Monica Rothgery, Friend of the Frontline Leader, Speaker and Author of “Lessons from the Drive-Thru.”

During our conversation Monica and I discuss:

• Monica's unique career journey at Yum Brands, progressing from restaurant manager to training leader to Chief Operating Officer for KFC in Thailand and the U.S.
• Her mission to help elevate, support, and develop front-line leaders across the world
• The importance of organizations developing management training programs that emphasize leadership, decision-making, and team empowerment
• The critical role of face-to-face training and mentorship for frontline leaders
• How HR leaders can ensure frontline leaders' voices are heard, even when they are not in the room.

Connecting with Monica:

Connect with Monica Rothgery on LinkedIn

Learn more about Monica and her work elevating front-line leaders

Episode Sponsor:

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