• The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Navigating HR Challenges: From AI to Workforce Development Shifts with Elina Kokorotsis

  • Jan 17 2025
  • Length: 34 mins
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The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Navigating HR Challenges: From AI to Workforce Development Shifts with Elina Kokorotsis

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  • Navigating HR Challenges: From AI to Workforce Development Shifts with Elina Kokorotsis Intheworx.org About the Guest(s): Elina Kokorotsis is a highly regarded HR consultant and the owner of "In the Works" Coaching and Consulting, an HR consulting firm renowned for its innovative strategies tailored to HR professionals and corporate leaders. Elina Kokorotsis brings her multicultural background to all client interactions and leads the Disrupt HR Rochester chapter in New York, providing a platform for cutting-edge ideas in the world of work. With over 17 years of experience in HR, including roles in training, development, recruiting, and HR technology, Elina Kokorotsis has a comprehensive understanding of the field. Her expertise is particularly focused on creating empowering and strategically aligned HR environments in the midst of overwhelming transitions. Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of "The Chris Vos Show," host Chris Vos welcomes Elina Kokorotsis, a trailblazer in HR strategy and consulting. Together, they delve into the dynamic world of human resources, exploring how HR professionals can lead boldly amidst constant shifts and changes. Elina Kokorotsis discusses the ongoing challenges HR faces, from managing workforce diversity to the impact of technological advancements and the changes spurred by recent global events. She emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values with organizational culture to effectively drive change and create an inclusive and supportive work environment. Exploring topics such as remote work, the influence of AI technology in HR, and the evolving needs of a multigenerational workforce, Elina Kokorotsis offers strategic insights into the future of HR practices. With her extensive background in HR technology, she highlights how AI tools are reshaping job roles and creating hybrid teams of humans and AI agents. Alina also shares her thoughts on leadership roles in balancing employee well-being and technological advancement to foster workplace innovation. The conversation touches on handling legal compliances, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, and building resilient organizational cultures amid political and economic changes. Key Takeaways: HR professionals need to transition from compliance-focused roles to being strategic drivers of change in organizational culture and people operations. Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming HR functions, aiding productivity while prompting new leadership challenges of managing hybrid human and AI teams. The future workforce will demand adaptable strategies for managing diverse generational preferences, emphasizing purpose and flexible working conditions. In light of political changes, maintaining an inclusive work environment through evolving DEI practices remains crucial for organizational resilience. Organizations must prioritize understanding employee motivations and values to create meaningful, supportive work experiences, thereby reducing burnout. Notable Quotes: "HR professionals have an opportunity to be the glue in looking at what motivates people because it might be different for different individuals." "I think leaders will continue to lead humans, but also AI agents. So, future teams I truly believe are going to be a hybrid of bots or AI agents and people." "Instead of seeing what motivates people,… meet your people where they are."
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