In this series, David Green will be speaking to a range of senior HR leaders who are pushing a data-driven and digital HR agenda. There is an increasing need fo...
How to Drive Workforce Experience and Learning with Digital Coaching (an Interview with Anna Tavis)
For a long time, coaching was an exclusive privilege—mainly reserved for senior leaders. But thanks to AI and digital platforms, that is changing. Coaching is now accessible at every level of an organisation, transforming how employees learn, grow and develop. However, this shift also raises important questions: Is digital coaching as effective as traditional methods? How can organisations balance human and AI-driven coaching? What challenges should HR leaders anticipate when implementing these tools? To uncover these very important questions, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by Anna Tavis, researcher, global educator, coach, and Chair of the Human Capital Management Department at New York University. Together, David and Anna discuss: How AI-driven coaching is being used in organisations today Who benefits most from digital coaching—and who might not Key considerations for HR leaders implementing AI coaching tools Common challenges in adoption and how to navigate them The impact of AI coaching on employee feedback and workforce insights The future of learning, development and coaching in the next decade With AI reshaping the workplace, understanding how to integrate digital coaching effectively is more important than ever. So grab a pen and paper and tune in to this must-listen episode sponsored by Amazing Workplace, an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. In fact, with Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90% and have increased revenue by over 400%. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How HR Can Lead Successful Digital Transformation Initiatives (an Interview with Lucy Adams)
Digital and AI transformation is reshaping workplaces across the globe, but why do some organisations succeed while others struggle? What sets the leaders apart in navigating change effectively? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Lucy Adams, CEO of Disruptive HR and former CHRO at the BBC and Eversheds. With years of experience modernising HR practices, Lucy has helped thousands of HR professionals move beyond outdated, process-heavy models to adopt agile, people-focused strategies that align with today’s fast-evolving business landscape. Together, they explore: The biggest challenges HR teams face in driving transformation Practical strategies for breaking large-scale change into manageable steps How to address the emotional and behavioural hurdles of transformation Tailoring change approaches to different groups (early adopters vs. resistors) How HR can equip business leaders to be effective change champions The key skills HR professionals need to thrive in an era of rapid transformation If your organisation is in the midst of change—or preparing for it—this conversation is packed with insights you can start implementing today. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace, an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Measuring Happiness Matters Just as Much as Engagement
Can employee happiness be the key to unlocking peak productivity? For years, organisations have invested heavily in employee engagement, recognising its impact on performance and retention. Research also suggests that employee engagement alone isn’t enough. Yet many organisations still overlook it or struggle to measure it effectively. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Shon Holyfield, Founder and CEO of Amazing Workplace, to explore why happiness should be measured alongside engagement—and how doing so can transform business outcomes. Join them as they explore: The difference between engagement and happiness, and why both matter for business success The key indicators of employee happiness and how they impact performance Why traditional engagement surveys may not capture the full picture of employee well-being How a more dynamic, real-time approach to measuring happiness can drive better business outcomes The role of transparency in happiness scores How to balance privacy, authenticity and psychological safety when collecting employee insights Listen now to learn how you can measure and improve employee happiness to unlock greater productivity, engagement, and business success. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace, an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Manulife Improved Employee Experience Through Transforming Its Organisational Culture (an Interview with Katherine Macnaughton)
For many employees, work is more than a paycheck—it’s an opportunity to contribute to something bigger. But for organisations, creating a culture where purpose is more than just a slogan requires bold action and thoughtful strategy. One organisation that has achieved this successfully is financial services company Manulife. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Katherine Macnaughton, Vice President of Global Talent Management and Development at Manulife, to discuss how Manulife is embedding purpose into every stage of the employee journey. Together they explore: The catalyst that sparked Manulife’s cultural transformation How the Better Life Campaign is creating a more engaged workforce The business impact of aligning employees with a shared purpose Preparing for the future and Generative AI readiness with Manulife’s Pursuit Program Addressing job security concerns in the age of AI Listen now to learn how Manulife is redefining what it means to work with purpose. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace, an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to Bridge Cultures and Lead Global Teams for Success (an Interview with Erin Meyer)
What if the way you give feedback, run meetings or make decisions was holding your global team back—without you even realising it? Cultural differences influence how we work in powerful ways, and understanding them is the key to unlocking better collaboration and leadership. So, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Erin Meyer, professor at INSEAD and author of The Culture Map: Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business, to explore how cultural differences shape the way we work, lead and collaborate. Join them as they uncover: The eight dimensions of culture and how they impact leadership and teamwork How organisations can use The Culture Map to navigate cultural complexities Strategies for bridging high-context and low-context communication styles Practical approaches to giving and receiving feedback across cultures Aligning hierarchical and egalitarian leadership styles in global teams Navigating cultural differences in time management and decision-making If you’re leading a global team or working across cultures, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you sharpen your cultural intelligence and lead more effectively. This episode is sponsored by Amazing Workplace and Workhuman. Amazing Workplace is an AI-powered platform designed to help companies grow and succeed by unlocking the full potential of their people. By providing the most accurate insights into how employees feel and why, Amazing Workplace equips leaders with powerful tools to drive meaningful improvements where they matter most. With Amazing Workplace, companies have reduced turnover by up to 90%, have increased revenue by over 400%, and solved recruitment. Find out more at www.amazingworkplace.com Workhuman is the world’s number one employee recognition platform, helping the biggest companies drive engagement, improve retention and show tangible business value – all while making work more human for millions of people every day. To find out more and see it in action, come along to Workhuman Live Forum in London on March 19th. Tickets are free but limited, grab them now at workhumanlive.com/forum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this series, David Green will be speaking to a range of senior HR leaders who are pushing a data-driven and digital HR agenda. There is an increasing need for HR professionals to become more digitally and numerically literate – to acquire the skills necessary to process, produce and leverage digital information to create business value. You'll hear from people leaders who are driving transformation in their organisations on how HR can prepare for the future and what HR leaders need to do to prepare for the Future of Work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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