HRchat Podcast The HR Gazette

In this HRchat episode, we discuss actionable ways companies can recruit top talent, why skilled-based hiring is important and the responsible use of AI in the hiring processThe guest this time is Nicola (Nicky) Hancock, Regional Managing Director, Americas, AMSNicky is responsible for all global staff and clients in the Investment Banking sector and the Americas region at AMS. She ensures the agency is building a strong understanding of clients' businesses and translates this into solu...

ATD wrapped up a few days ago and it proved, once again, to be an experience not to be missed! For over eight decades, the Association for Talent Development (ATD) has been at the forefront of advancing the talent development field, offering events that consistently deliver excellence. From the inaugural conference in Chicago in 1945 with just 56 attendees, ATD has grown its annual International Conference & EXPO into a global phenomenon. This year’s conference, held in New Orleans, drew ...

In this HRchat episode we look at the evolving dynamics of workplace culture, the importance of empowering employees, and why more autonomy and trust from leaders can lead to higher levels of employee performance. Our guest this time is Al Kingsley, a well-known EdTech expert and business leader. Al has a big social following, has written 3 books around Ed Tech and Governance, leads the NetSupport Group, and is a MAT Chair. He will also be a speaker at the Milton Keynes AI Summit in Oct...

In this HRchat episode, we consider the qualities that separate the best HR pros from the pack and why HR leaders should seek out mentors from outside the HR profession. We also discuss ways AI is impacting the HR function.The guest today is David Hanrahan, Chief People Officer at Flare. David's experience is a goldmine of practical knowledge, having served as HR Manager at Universal Pictures, then rocketed through his career holding titles like Director of Human Resources at Electronic Arts ...

In this episode, we discuss Disrupt events in Cambridge and Birmingham plus we hone in on some of the unique challenges faced by HR leaders in the Travel industry. Bill's guest is Trish Hewitt, Chief People Officer at Grey Dawes Travel. Trish is also an HR Consultant and has been featured in The Daily Mail Online, People Management Magazine and has spoken at Disrupt.Questions for Trish include:You joined Grey Dawes in August 2023. What are some of the unique challenges and opportunities for H...

In HRchat episode 707, we discuss employee benefits, wellness and fostering a more people-focused work culture. We also look ahead to the return of DisruptHR Birmingham at the Human Centred Leadership Conference on May 22nd. Bill Banham's returning guest is David Cartlidge, Group CEO at My Staff Shop, a company specializing in creating tailored employee benefits, rewards and recognition. David is also a co-organizer of DisruptHR Birmingham.My Staff Shop provides employees with exclusive ...