The HR Dialogues

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Yesterday’s HR playbooks don’t work. Let’s talk about it. Welcome to HR Dialogues, the show where HR leaders discuss the obstacles and opportunities facing people professionals today.  Tune in to hear from HR leaders and innovators sharing insights on HR from the front lines. From business impact to HR capabilities, you will get an inside view on the topics that need to be on your radar as an HR leader. Hosted by Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at AIHR and ex-CHRO. 

  1. Aug 12

    #48 | How HR Can Drive Employee-Led Talent Management

    How can organizations give employees more ownership over their careers while using AI to unlock better talent decisions? Discover why employee-led talent management can transform engagement and internal mobility. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Jenny Bates Heaton, Founder of Bates Leadership LLC, to explore how organizations can shift from traditional talent management to an employee-led approach powered by AI and data. Together, they discuss why this new approach creates stronger engagement, better business outcomes, and a more agile workforce. Jenny is an organizational development leader with nearly three decades of experience helping organizations rethink leadership, talent, and organizational effectiveness. At Bates Leadership LLC, she helps organizations build future-ready leadership and talent strategies. In this episode we’ll discuss: The shift from manager-led talent decisions to employee-driven career developmentHow AI can empower employees to drive their own career developmentWhy managers must evolve from managing work to coaching peopleReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  2. Jul 30

    #47 | HR in the Boardroom: Why Executive Presence Matters

    Why do so many HR professionals struggle to influence at the executive level? Discover how to build executive presence, earn credibility, and confidently claim your seat at the table. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Candice Mitchell, talent development strategist, consultant, and founder of the Talent Development Academy. Together, they explore what it takes for HR and L&D leaders to move beyond being support functions and become trusted strategic partners in the boardroom. Candice has more than 20 years of experience in learning and development and works with organizations to build strategic capability plans that drive business results. She is also the author of the USA Today bestselling book Choose You: For the People Who Refuse to Disappear. In this episode we’ll discuss: - Why executive presence starts with understanding the business, not proving your expertise - How HR and L&D professionals can build trust, credibility, and influence with senior leaders - Practical ways to develop commercial acumen and confidently claim your seat at the table Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  3. Jul 23

    #46 | Team Building at Work: How Play Improves Collaboration and Performance

    Can play really transform team performance, engagement, and culture at work? Discover how HR leaders can use play-based learning to unlock collaboration, trust, and better business outcomes. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Alex Suchman, CEO and co-founder of Barometer XP, to explore how game-based experiences can improve employee engagement and enable teams to work more effectively. Alex is on a mission to make workplaces more people-centered. With a background spanning public health, leadership, and experiential learning, she now helps organizations use play-based problem-solving to help teams succeed together in a way that is motivating and rewarding for everybody. In this video, we’ll discuss: Why play boosts engagement, builds trust, and reduces turnoverHow game-based learning helps teams collaborate and understand each other betterSimple ways HR can bring play into everyday work to strengthen cultureReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  4. Jul 23

    #44 | Why Effective AI Governance Starts with HR

    What’s the biggest mistake organizations make with AI? Discover how buying tools without a strategy can derail your efforts how to implement AI in a way that drives value, protects your people, and builds long-term capability. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with John Rood, Founder of Proceptual, to unpack what sustainable AI adoption really looks like, especially for HR leaders navigating governance, bias, and rapid technological change. John is a serial entrepreneur and AI governance expert who works with organizations on regulatory compliance, AI safety, and AI literacy. Through his consultancy, Proceptual, he helps leaders implement AI to drive real business value and reduce risk. In this episode, we’ll discuss: Why AI initiatives fail without clear ownership and strategyHow strong governance and cross-functional leadership enable safe, scalable AI adoptionWhat AI literacy really meansReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  5. May 14

    #45 | Why Training Metrics Don’t Prove Impact

    Why do traditional training metrics fail to show business impact? A learning expert shares key insights for HR on how to measure what truly matters and prove the value of learning. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, learning strategist and data expert. Together, they unpack the limitations of traditional learning metrics and explore how HR can better connect learning to real business outcomes. Alaina has over 20 years of experience in learning and development. She has worked as an L&D professional, trainer, professor, researcher, and business owner. She is now helping organizations and entrepreneurs build data-driven learning strategies and drive smarter decisions. In this episdoe, we’ll discuss: Why completion rates, satisfaction scores, and quizzes don’t prove impactHow to shift from learning metrics to behavior and performanceThe role of work environment and organizational systems in driving behavior changeReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  6. Apr 9

    #43 | Adaptive Strategy in Practice: Why Execution, Culture and People Matter

    Why do traditional training metrics fail to show business impact? A learning expert shares key insights for HR on how to measure what truly matters and prove the value of learning. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, learning strategist and data expert. Together, they unpack the limitations of traditional learning metrics and explore how HR can better connect learning to real business outcomes. Alaina has over 20 years of experience in learning and development. She has worked as an L&D professional, trainer, professor, researcher, and business owner. She is now helping organizations and entrepreneurs build data-driven learning strategies and drive smarter decisions. In this episode, we’ll discuss: Why completion rates, satisfaction scores, and quizzes don’t prove impactHow to shift from learning metrics to behavior and performanceThe role of work environment and organizational systems in driving behavior changeReady for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  7. Feb 26

    #42 | Why AI and Employee Wellbeing Need to be Discussed Together

    Is your organization truly prioritizing wellbeing or just handing out another app? Discover key insights from a bestselling author and wellbeing advocate on how businesses must embrace systemic change to truly support employee wellness in the modern workplace. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Ryan Hopkins, Chief Impact Officer at JAAQ, a rising well-being platform for businesses. Together, they explore the evolving well-being landscape, the unintended consequences of digital tools, and why measuring what matters is key to creating sustainable workplaces. As a global well-being leader, Ryan has helped major organizations like Microsoft, Bupa, Sainsbury’s, and Deloitte reduce burnout, improve performance, and navigate the human impact of an increasingly digital and AI‑driven workplace. He is also the author of the best-selling book “52 Weeks of Well-being”. In this episode, we’ll discuss: The digital well-being crisis and how constant connectivity impacts employees How to move beyond apps and perks to build a truly human-centered culture The role of data and leadership in creating sustainable wellbeing strategies Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

  8. 12/04/2025

    #41 | Why AI Maturity Is More About People Than Technology

    How are organizations using AI, and what does AI maturity look like in practice? Discover key insights from a seasoned AI expert on navigating adoption, measuring impact, and building responsible, human-centered AI strategies. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Eryn Peters, co-founder of the AI Maturity Index. Together, they dive into how organizations are adopting AI, what true AI maturity means, and how HR can lead responsibly in an AI-driven future. As a future of Work evangelist, Eryn brings deep expertise in AI adoption, organizational culture, and workforce transformation, grounded in her extensive global research, with over 300,000 data points. In this episode, we’ll discuss: - How to assess and improve AI maturity across teams and regions - The psychological and cultural factors influencing AI adoption - Why HR plays a central role in building responsible, organization-wide AI strategies Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.  Rate, review & follow on your favorite podcast platform. If you've enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our show. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode and any topics you'd like us to cover next. If you haven't done so yet, subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode!

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Yesterday’s HR playbooks don’t work. Let’s talk about it. Welcome to HR Dialogues, the show where HR leaders discuss the obstacles and opportunities facing people professionals today.  Tune in to hear from HR leaders and innovators sharing insights on HR from the front lines. From business impact to HR capabilities, you will get an inside view on the topics that need to be on your radar as an HR leader. Hosted by Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at AIHR and ex-CHRO. 

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    AIHR
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    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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