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Workday Gold

Keith Bitikofer
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  • The Workday You Don’t See: A Conversation with Steve Atnip on Scale, Strategy, and Supporting People
    Send us a textIn this episode of Workday Gold, Keith sits down with Workday veteran Steve Atnip to talk about his winding career path, from accounting to HRIS manager to Workday consultant. Steve shares a pivotal elevator pitch moment that led to his first Workday implementation and how that decision shaped his career. They discuss key differences between supporting small vs. large (200,000 employees) Workday tenants, including performance issues, report optimization, and managing large volume events.The second half of the episode takes a deep dive into performance reviews. Steve challenges the typical compensation-driven approach and makes the case for real performance management rooted in business strategy. Keith and Steve discuss what makes a great performance process, why middle managers need more support, and how managerial courage and emotional intelligence are critical in creating meaningful employee conversations.For information on all of Keith's books and his coaching services, visit KeithBitikofer.com at https://keithbitikofer.com/https://books2read.com/keith-bitikoferConnect with Keith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-bitikofer/To connect with Steve Atnip, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveatnip/
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  • Career Lessons from Eric Olson’s Workday Journey
    Send us a textIn this episode of Workday Gold, Keith Bitikofer is joined by Eric Olson, VP of Customer Operations at OneSource Virtual. Eric shares the winding path of his Workday career, from raising his hand for payroll at CPSG to navigating mergers, acquisitions, and a return to OSV. He highlights the critical role that saying "yes" plays in shaping long-term career growth and offers candid insight into how company culture, leadership mindset, and team trust evolve.They also explore OSV's strategic transformation after divesting its professional services division. Now, OSV focuses entirely on in-tenant business process services for Workday customers. Eric discusses how that shift has opened new doors for collaboration and alignment. The episode wraps with powerful leadership lessons on transitioning from contributor to manager to executive, especially the unseen challenges and responsibilities that come with each level.For information on all of Keith's books, newsletter and his coaching services, visit KeithBitikofer.com and https://books2read.com/keith-bitikoferConnect with Keith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-bitikofer/To connect with Eric Olson, you can find him on LinkedIn athttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ericolson1/
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  • The Reality Check: AI Adoption and What We Wish We'd Known Before Supporting Workday
    Send us a textIn this episode of Workday Gold, Keith Bitikofer and Christian Delcid unpack the intersection of AI and Workday. From slow adoption in enterprise settings to the rising importance of AI literacy—even for non-technical roles—they explore why now is the time to get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT and Claude. Keith shares practical tips like replacing your Google searches with AI prompts to start building confidence.They also reflect on their Workday journeys—what they wish they knew at the start, why Workday always keeps you learning, and how people and psychology play an outsized role in success. Whether you're deep into Workday or just getting started, this episode is filled with relatable stories, helpful mindset shifts, and encouragement to take ownership of your career in this fast-changing ecosystem.For information on all of Keith's books and his coaching services, visit KeithBitikofer.com.Connect with Keith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-bitikofer/To connect with Christian Delcid, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiandelcid/
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  • Built on Workday, Backed by Experience: A Deep Dive with George Whitaker
    Send us a textIn this episode of Workday Gold, Keith Bitikofer sits down with George Whitaker, head of innovation at Maxi Group, to explore his fascinating journey from Workday customer to Built on Workday partner. George shares the story of transforming PGA of America's decades-old systems and building one of the early Workday Extend success stories—the Purse Payout Tool that manages winnings from 6,000 annual golf events. The conversation reveals how Workday has evolved from a software company to a true platform, enabling rapid application development that once took months of integration work.The discussion dives deep into the Built on Workday marketplace, where George's team has released multiple applications on Workday’s Marketplace solving real customer problems, from customer portal payments to IBAN (international bank account number) validation. They explore the differences between building apps for individual customers versus the marketplace, the role of AI beyond simple text generation, and how Workday's agent model could revolutionize business process management. George offers practical career advice drawn from his experience on both sides of the Workday ecosystem, emphasizing the power of networking, continuous learning, and approaching problems with creativity rather than predetermined solutions.For information on all of Keith's books and his coaching services, visit KeithBitikofer.com at https://keithbitikofer.com/https://books2read.com/keith-bitikoferConnect with Keith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-bitikofer/To connect with George Whitaker, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgewhitaker/Or at: [email protected]
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  • Building a Sustainable Workday Career: Joe Jackson’s Story
    Send us a textIn this episode of Workday Gold, I’m joined by longtime friend and Workday veteran Joe Jackson. Joe brings over 16 years of experience across the Workday ecosystem—serving as both a customer and a consultant. We reflect on our first Workday implementation project together at Wycliffe nearly a decade ago and dig into how those early experiences shaped our careers. From navigating go-live without a public date to solving for complex organization needs before Extend even existed, it’s a walk down memory lane packed with insights.But this isn’t just about history. Joe shares what it’s really like to juggle multiple clients as a consultant, the reality of being measured by utilization, and the pros and cons of management roles. Whether you’re considering a move to consulting or trying to decide if leadership is your next step, this episode is filled with hard-earned wisdom, practical career advice, and a few good laughs.For information on all of Keith's books and his coaching services, visit KeithBitikofer.com and https://books2read.com/keith-bitikoferConnect with Keith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-bitikofer/To connect with Joe Jackson, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-jackson-2262212/
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About Workday Gold

Join Keith Bitikofer in this insightful podcast as he shares his vast experience in IT, operations, and Workday solutions. With over 30 years of expertise across industries such as Higher Education, Manufacturing, Consulting, and Nonprofits, Keith dives deep into the challenges and opportunities that come with managing and supporting Workday systems. As a former project manager and director at a large global non-profit, Keith led the successful rollout and supported Workday’s HCM, Financials, Extend, and the global rollout with 40+ partners. Tune in to explore best practices, leadership insights, and career coaching tips for IT professionals and Workday users, and learn how to thrive in an ever-evolving software landscape. Each episode will cover a chapter of his latest book Workday Gold: Software Support Model Edition, in hopes of giving more context and starting a conversation about successfully supporting Workday at your company.Keith is a partner and consultant at EMD. Keith also does business and life coaching, helping individuals navigate their personal growth journey.Contact Keith to schedule a discovery call for one-on-one coaching sessions and unlock your full potential in Workday and beyond! Visit https://keithbitikofer.com/coaching-packages/
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