Love Your People Podcast

ITA Group

The Love Your People podcast by ITA Group is for HR professionals, business leaders and culture enthusiasts who believe that thriving organizations start with empowered, engaged people. Each episode features real stories, practical strategies and expert advice from leaders who are transforming organizations by putting their people first. We explore topics like employee engagement, team building, leadership development and how to create a connected culture. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas to spark joy in your team or proven strategies to boost morale and productivity, this podcast has you covered. Subscribe now and join the movement of loving your people to transform your workplace—and your business.

  1. What Great Workplaces Get Right

    09/23/2025

    What Great Workplaces Get Right

    On today’s episode, John Duisberg sits down with Julian Lute, Insights and Innovation Strategist at Great Place to Work. Julian brings over 15 years of experience as an innovative operational leader and global trusted advisor, helping to connect the dots between superior business performance and a best-in-class employee experience. You’ll learn how to define and create a high-trust culture, the difference between a good workplace and a great one, and why investing in your people is the best strategy for sustainable business success. With his deep expertise in building high-performing, people-centric cultures, you won’t want to miss this episode with Julian Lute. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform. 💡 Don’t miss future episodes! Join our community at https://www.itagroup.com/insights for insights and tools to grow as a people-first leader. Resources from this Episode For additional resources and to learn more, visit https://www.greatplacetowork.com/  Follow Great Place to Work on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/great-place-to-work-us/ Follow Julian on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianlute/ Credits Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com Please note: SHRM and HRCI credit codes for episodes beyond two years of their original air date are no longer active. Check our current Love Your People episodes for the latest valid codes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  2. Supporting career development and engaging with kindness with Bettina Deynes

    06/04/2025

    Supporting career development and engaging with kindness with Bettina Deynes

    How do you create a culture where every employee believes in their own breakthrough? In this episode of the Love Your People Podcast, Bettina Deynes, Global Chief Human Resources Officer at Carnival Corporation, shares her inspiring journey from immigrant janitor to C-suite executive, and how she now leads HR strategy for more than 160,000 employees across eight cruise brands. Bettina offers a transparent look at leading through a global crisis, building a consistent company culture across 150+ nationalities, and the importance of kindness, emotional intelligence, and grit in leadership. Her story will challenge and inspire you to rethink how you show up as a leader. Whether you're navigating change, scaling culture globally, or helping your people unlock their potential, this episode is packed with lessons worth sharing. 💡 Don’t miss future episodes! Join our community at Cooleaf.com/resources/podcast for insights and tools to grow as a people-first leader. Resources from this Episode 🌍 Learn more about Carnival Corporation: https://carnivalcorp.com 📚 Learn more about Hogan Assessments: https://www.hoganassessments.com Please note: SHRM and HRCI credit codes for episodes beyond two years of their original air date are no longer active. Check our current Love Your People episodes for the latest valid codes. Credits Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    28 min
  3. HR's role in driving growth with Mark Hickman and Jerrold Hill

    01/29/2025

    HR's role in driving growth with Mark Hickman and Jerrold Hill

    What does it take to align employee engagement with measurable business success? In this episode of the Love Your People Podcast, Mark Hickman, Chief Human Resources Officer at FirstBank, and Jerrold Hill, Vice President and Head of HR at Fiserv, share their transformative leadership journeys. Together, they explore how prioritizing people-first strategies not only enhances employee engagement but also delivers real business impact. Mark and Jerrold unpack actionable strategies like connecting frontline associates to the company mission, fostering emotional engagement, and leveraging feedback as a tool for growth. They also share real-world examples of leadership programs, innovative listening strategies, and practical approaches to driving cultural and organizational success. Whether you’re leading a small team or a global enterprise, this episode is packed with inspiration and tools to elevate your leadership approach. Don’t miss out on opportunities to grow as a people-first leader! Visit itagroup.com/insights/podcast for upcoming episodes, leadership resources, and tools designed to help you create thriving workplaces. Resources from this Episode Learn more about FirstBank: https://firstbankonline.com Explore Fiserv: https://fiserv.com Dive into employee engagement strategies with ITA Group: itagroup.com/podcasts Credits Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com Please note: SHRM and HRCI credit codes for episodes beyond two years of their original air date are no longer active. Check our current Love Your People episodes for the latest valid codes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    42 min
4.6
out of 5
10 Ratings

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The Love Your People podcast by ITA Group is for HR professionals, business leaders and culture enthusiasts who believe that thriving organizations start with empowered, engaged people. Each episode features real stories, practical strategies and expert advice from leaders who are transforming organizations by putting their people first. We explore topics like employee engagement, team building, leadership development and how to create a connected culture. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas to spark joy in your team or proven strategies to boost morale and productivity, this podcast has you covered. Subscribe now and join the movement of loving your people to transform your workplace—and your business.

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