Future of HR

How can HR become more a decision science? Why are decision frameworks just as critical has having good data?My guests on this episode are Dr. John Boudreau & Pete RamstadDuring our conversation we discussed: The partnership that led to their classic book, “Beyond HR”Why HR needs to be a decision scienceWhy making good decisions requires having the right mental model for the situationWhy information is most valuable when it corrects decisions that if made would have been wrongWhy HR should be using data to measure the quality of decisions that our line managers are makingConnect with Dr. John Boudreau & Pete Ramstad:Connect with Dr. John Boudreau on LinkedInLearn more about Dr. John Boudreau and his websiteConnect with Pete Ramstad on LinkedIn

What characteristics separate the best HR leaders from the rest? My guest on this episode is Paige Ross, Global Head of Human Resources at BlackstoneDuring our conversation Paige and I discuss:The importance of a “key question” and the role it can play in assessing talent and potentialWhy she went against her mentors advice in making a big career decision and how it paid offWhy she believes you make better hiring decisions when candidates interview with more people, not lessWhy she believes HR leaders need to balance courage and humilityThe promise she makes to the senior leaders that she supports

How do you know when a role is a wrong fit or a right fit for you?My guest on this episode is Andre’ Martin, Founder of Shift Space and author of “Wrong Fit, Right Fit - Why How We Work Matters More Than Ever”During our conversation Andre’ and I discuss:The three things that determine if a role is a right fit or a wrong fitWhy we should be asking ourselves, does my current company appreciate who I am and how I work?Why you shouldn’t judge a company by it’s career pageWhat he believes HR is getting wrong when it comes to the employee experienceWhy he believes a powerful career starts with understanding if you about the company, a craft, or a causeConnecting with Andre’ Marin:Connect with Andre’ Martin on LinkedInLearn more about Andre’ and his new book, “Wrong Fit, Right Fit”

Why do the best leaders seek out and demand to be surrounded by truth tellers My guest on this episode is Ola Snow, CHRO, Cardinal HealthDuring our conversation Ola and I discuss:Her journey from regional HR Director to become the CHRO of Cardinal HealthWhy she believes it is important to tell leaders what they need to hear, not what they want to hearWhy she believes being an authentic leader is the secret to building trustWhy you can’t just rely on engagement surveys to understand your employee’s experiencesWhy she believes the future of HR is about simplification

Why is it important that you learn to lead outside of your area of expertise?My guest on this episode is Wanda Wallace, Managing Partner of Leadership ForumDuring our conversation Wanda and I discuss:The common leadership beliefs that she passionately disagrees withWhy she believes people get promoted past their level of expertise and what to do about itThe importance of executive transitions and why expecting that “execs will figure it out” is a recipe for failureWhy it is so important that leaders learn how to lead people who have expertise they don’t haveHer advice for female leaders who want to move from being perceived as “operational” to being seen as “strategic”Connecting with Wanda:Connect with Wanda Wallace on LinkedInLearn more about Wanda and her work at Leadership Forum

Why is transparency so important to building a culture of trust?How can HR enable a culture of transparency?My guest on this episode is Sam Hammock, EVP & CHRO at VerizonDuring our conversation Sam and I discuss:Why she believes you can build a career while being remoteHer advice on how to be intentional with your networkingThe importance of transparency in building a culture of trustHow Verizon is building transparency in their talent systemsWhy career conversations are the most important part of the performance management process

Why do the most successful HR leaders focus on adding value while reducing complexity?My guest on this episode is Miriam Ort, EVP & CHRO at C&S Wholesale Grocers & SymboticDuring our conversation Miriam and I discuss:Why she believes every HR leader needs to assess their programs against the One Page Talent Management value - complexity curveHow her time at PepsiCo helped prepare her to become a CHROWhy HR leaders are best positioned to help leaders diagnose and solve their most pressing business challengesThe common pitfalls that can limit an HR leaders successWhy power imbalances within the HR team cause dysfunction and how to fix it

Why should your candidate experience be high-tech and high-touch?My guest on this episode is Josh Secrest, Vice President, Marketing & Client Advocacy at ParadoxDuring our conversation Josh and I discuss:Why creativity and a passion for analytics are the perfect combination of skills for a talent acquisition leaderWhy you should have different candidate experiences for different types of frontline rolesWhy best in class companies are automating everything “before and after” the interviewWhy employment branding is so critical in the age of high tech and low touch recruitingConnecting with Josh: Connect with Josh Secrest on LinkedInParadox - Conversational Recruiting Software

What makes someone a great HR leader? Why is it important that the CEO’s agenda be HR’s agenda?My guests on this episode is Matt Breitfelder, Head of Human Capital and Partner at Apollo Global ManagementDuring our conversation Matt and I discuss:Why he believes the CEO’s agenda should also be HR’s agendaThe three things that define all successful CHROsWhy you should be co-creating your culture with your employees input and how to do itWhat he learned about coaching and the importance of psychological safety from Pete Carroll, the Seattle Seahawks coachWhy caring, clarity, and challenge are the keys to being a great coachResources mentioned in this episode:Pete Carroll: Building A Winning Organization through Purpose, Caring, and Inclusion by by Ranjay Gulati, Matthew D. Breitfelder, Monte BurkeWhy Did We Ever Go Into HR: Harvard Business Review article by Matthew D. Breitfelder and Daisy DowlingGood to Great: Why some companies make the leap and others don’t by Jim Collins

Why are mid-year conversations so important to building a culture of high performance?My guests on this episode are Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVie and Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and AuthorDuring our conversation, Angela, Sergey, and I discuss:How mid-year reviews can impact the performance of the businessThe three step model that will radically improve how your managers are delivering feedbackWhy mid-year reviews are not about the conversation, but rather the actions that follow itWhy it is important that you hold people leader accountable for having mid-year reviews...and how to do itThe common mistakes that leaders make when delivering feedback and how to fix themConnecting with Angela Lane & Sergey Gorbatov:Sergey Gorbatov on LinkedInAngela Lane on LinkedInThe Edge You Need - Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov’s excellent website that will help you get an edge in your career, performance, and culture

What is a micro stress and how are they impacting you personally and professionally? What can you do to reduce micro stress in your organization and in your personal life?My guest on this episode Is Rob Cross and Karen Dillon, co-Authors of “The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems—and What to Do about It”During our conversation, Rob, Karen, and I discuss:What a micro stress is and how it is impacting us in our everyday livesHow microstress is draining our capacity, depleting our emotions, and challenging our identityWhy negative interactions have 3 to 5 times the impact of positive interactionsHow to build resilience against microstress in our livesHow managers can reduce microstress on their teams and why it will improve performanceConnecting with Rob & Karen:Rob Cross on LinkedInKaren Dillon on LinkedInConsortium Web Site: Connected CommonsPersonal Web Site: Rob CrossNew Book: The MicroStress EffectThe Microstess Effect App (Apple or Google)

What does it mean to be a trusted advisor to the business?How can HR support leaders to make better and smarter decisions?My guest on this episode Is Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHRDuring our conversation, Anita and I discuss:Why she believes every HR professional should ask themselves “what kind of HR leader do you want to be?”Why she believes HR leaders need to empower the leaders they support to make their own decisions and how to do itWhy she starts her stay conversations with one candid and simple questionHer advice on becoming a trusted advisor to a CEO or business leaderWhat do when your not aligned with your business leader or CEOConnecting with Anita:Anita Grantham on LinkedInBambooHR - The complete HR software

How will AI impact you and your organization?Why will AI make emotional intelligence even more important in the future?My guest on this episode Is Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, author of “I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique.”During our conversation, Tomas and I discuss:His early career and how it led him to focus his research and writings on human intelligenceHow AI plays on our need to 1) relate to others, 2) compete with others, and 3) make sense of our worldHow AI is making us more impulsive, more biased, and less curious…and what we can do about itWhy EQ and “soft skills” will become even more important for leaders in the age of AIWhy AI has the potential to quantify job performance for knowledge workersWhat leaders fear most about the coming age of AIConnecting with Tomas:Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic on LinkedIn or his website

How can a culture of inclusion enables high performance? Why is data so important to understanding and measuring inclusion?My guest on this episode Is Dane Holmes, CEO & Co-Founder, Eskalera and former head of Human Capital, Goldman SachsDuring our conversation, Dane and I discuss:Why he believes organizations need to invest more in their HR professionalsHow inclusion activates others to bring out their best performanceThe biggest mistakes organizations make when thinking about inclusion and belongingWhy mutual value exchange is a difference maker in collecting actionable data from your workforceWhy he believes the CHRO position is one of the most important roles in the C-SuiteConnecting with Dane:Dane Holmes on LinkedInEskalera - Employee Empowerment Software Built to Scale

How does your company create value for your customers?How can you develop a talent strategy that is future-proof?My guest on this episode is Vicki Walia, Ph.D & Head of HR Business Partners for the US Insurance and Retirement, Prudential FinancialDuring our conversation, Vicki and I discuss:Her advice for next generation HR leaders on how to stay relevant with their capabilities and in their careersHow do develop a dynamic talent strategy for your organizationWhy people leaders are pivotal in the future of workHow HR leaders can become more data-driven and data fluentHow to use data to influence and guide business leaders to make decisions

What is your “Why” and how can you bring meaning and purpose to the work you do each day?My guest on this episode is Damon Porter, CHRO, Grange InsuranceDuring our conversation, Damon and I discuss:Why the best HR leaders have the ability to influence without authorityWhy it is important that HR leaders connect to their personal “why” and purposeWhy he believes F.L.E.X. is the key to finding success in your careerDamon’s practical advice on how to find a sponsor or mentorHow to assess if you will be a good fit for an organization’s culture during the interview process

Why is being a versatile leader so important to your career successHow can you develop and scale future ready leaders for your organization?My guest on this episode Is Rob Kaiser, Leadership Development Expert and President, Kaiser Leadership SolutionsDuring our conversation, Rob and I discuss:Why being a leader today is more challenging than in the pastHow leaders can develop empathy and why it mattersWhy the best leaders “check in, before they check on”How to improve your leadership versatilityWhy you should focus on your improving weaknesses, not your strengthsConnecting with Rob:Rob Kaiser on LinkedInKaiser Leadership Solutions - Leadership ConsultingResources:The Accountability Crisis - Talent QuarterlyBooks by Rob Kaiser on Amazon

What role does HR play in helping your company succeed in the marketplace?Why should you take an “outside-in” approach to building your talent strategy?My guest on this episode Is Dave Ulrich, Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at The RBL GroupDuring our conversation, Dave and I discuss:Why HR is not about HRWhy your talent strategy needs to start with the one simple questionDave’s advice to next-gen HR leaders on how get promoted faster than your peersWhy the expectations for HR are rising and how we can respondHow the best leaders use data and their intuition to make decisionsConnecting with Dave:Dave Ulrich on LinkedInRBL Group - Building human capability that delivers business results.Resources:Financial Intelligence: A Manager’s Guide to Knowing What the Numbers Really Mean by Karen Berman & Joe KnightFinance for Nonfinancial Managers, Second Edition by Gene Siciliano

What differentiates high performing teams from low performing teams?How can you build highly effective teams that deliver results?My guest on this episode Is Gordy Curphy, Leadership & Team Effectiveness Expert; Managing Partner at Curphy Leadership SolutionsDuring our conversation, Gordy and I discuss:Why team leaders are the biggest barriers to effective teamwork and what to do about it?Why only 20% of teams are high performing?Why most teams are “hybrids” that must have individual goals and collective goals?Why the teams with the best talent wins is a fact, not a mythHow HR leaders can elevate their organization’s ability to building high performing teams?Connecting with Gordy:Gordy Curphy on LinkedInCurphy Leadership Solutions - Experts in assessing leaders and teamsResources:Article: On the Folly of Rewarding A While Hoping for B by Steve Kerr

How can you be more innovative and stop relying on yesterday’s playbook?Why is it important that you define the future of work for your organization, and your organization alone?My guest on this episode Is Greg Till, Chief People Officer, Providence Health SystemDuring our conversation, Greg and I discuss:Why he attributes his early career success to being “outcome” focusedWhat he learned about leadership and culture during the pandemicWhy he believes flexibility is the new engagement capitalWhy key demographic trends will only increase the war for talent in the futureHow asking questions like “why not” can drive innovation

What does “staying true to yourself” mean to you?How can you balance a demanding career and thrive as a working parent?My guest on this episode is Daisy Dowling, Founder & CEO of Workparent and author “Workparent: The Complete Guide to Succeeding on the Job, Staying True to Yourself, and Raising Happy Kids”During our conversation, Daisy and I discuss:Why she went into HR after getting her Harvard MBAWhat she learned about coaching leaders while at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and BlackstoneWhy she thinks the best talent leaders are “barrier breakers” who help people to unlock their potentialWhy she asks her coaching clients to define their professional and parenting brand?Why every working parent should have an “already done” list to track their daily accomplishmentsHer advice for how HR professionals can balance our demanding careers and succeed in their personal livesConnecting with Daisy:Daisy Dowling on LinkedInWorkparent - Support and solutions for all working parentsResources:Why Did We Ever Go Into HR: Harvard Business Review article by Matthew D. Breitfelder and Daisy Dowling

When it comes to culture change, why is it important to be thinking renovation and not transformation?What role do influencers, energizers, and detractors play in culture change?My guest on this episode is Kevin Oakes, CEO and Co-Founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) and author of “Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakeable Company”During our conversation, Kevin and I discuss:Why defining “culture” is less important than taking action to change itWhy he thinks every organization should have a “kill the company committee” and how it can drive innovation and culture changeWhy the first step in culture renovation is to deploy an effective listening strategyHow to identify the influencers, energizers, and blockers that are critical to culture renovationHow onboarding program designed to build relationships can supercharge your cultureWhy he believes more Chief People Officers will come from outside the function in the futureConnecting with Kevin and i4cp:Kevin Oakes on LinkedInInstitute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)Resources:Culture Renovation: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakable CompanyHit Refresh by Santa Nadella

How can you build a human-centered tech-enabled work culture?Why should your talent strategy always come before your tech strategy?My guest on this episode is Larry McAlister, three-time Head of HR and #1 International Best Selling Author of “The Power to Transform: A Field Guide to Building a Human-Centered, Tech-Enabled Work Culture”During our conversation, Larry and I discuss:His advice on how to interview and select your future bossWhat HR leaders are getting wrong about HR technologyHow to build an HR tech strategy that aligns to your talent strategyHis “1-2-3” model to enable managers to drive high performing teamsThe key elements of human-centered designConnecting with LarryLarry McAlister on LinkedInCorporate Humanist Consultancy

How can HR think more like the business leaders they support?How can thinking outside the box be a game changer for your career?My guest on this episode is Lisa Buckingham, former Chief People, Place & Brand Officer at Lincoln Financial GroupDuring our conversation, Lisa and I discuss:How owning functions outside of HR changed her approach to HRWhy every CHRO should think of themselves as a Chief Talent OfficerWhy mentoring early career talent is so importantHer advice for next-gen HR leaders on how to stand out from the crowdHer secret to influencing the business and making an impactThe importance of HR leaders making their wellness and health a priorityConnecting with LisaLisa Buckingham on LinkedIn

How can you measure your personal brand?What behaviors have the most impact on your Personal Brand?My guest on this episode is Sergey Gorbatov, Talent Executive, Professor, and AuthorDuring our conversation, Sergey and I discuss the following:How his mindset on growth and taking risks has impacted his careerWhy building a personal brand is not for everyoneThe three factors that determine how much your personal brand is worthHow you can make your personal brand stand out while still fitting inHow someone’s personal brand impacts their performance or talent ratingsConnecting with Sergey Gorbatov:Sergey Gorbatov on LinkedInWebsite: The Edge You NeedResearch: Personal Brand Equity

How can you build a long term relationship with an executive recruiter?What makes a candidate standout from the crowd?My guest on this episode is Justin Hirsch, Chief Executive Officer and HR Executive Search Lead at JobPlex, a DHR companyDuring our conversation, Justin and I discuss the following:What makes a candidate standout from the crowdHis advice on what to do if you think you are being ghosted by a recruiterHow to build a long term relationship with an executive recruiterThe number one source executive recruiters turn to to find talent (hint: it is not just LinkedIn)His favorite interview questions for candidatesConnecting with Justin:Justin Hirsch on LinkedInJobPlex, a DHR company

The “Best of 2022” episode features the don’t miss moments from eleven HR executives and thought leaders…So, who can you expect to learn from on this episode?Ken Keener, former CHRO turned Executive CoachHolly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & WakefieldMarc Effron, President of Talent Strategy GroupMolly Nagler, SVP & Chief Learning Officer, PepsiCoAngela Lane, VP Global Talent AbbVieAllen Church, former SVP Global Talent, PepsiCoSuzanne Myers, CHRO at ArcosaJim Shanley, The Shanley GroupJames Fripp, Chief Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Officer at Yum BrandsAnne Gotte, VP Global Talent, BumbleDr. Steven Hunt, Chief Work, Technology at SAP and author of Talent Tectonics

How is technology shifting employee expectations?How will employee experience management impact the future of work?My guest on this episode is Steven Hunt, PhD, Chief Expert, Work & Technology, SAP and author of Talent TectonicsDuring our conversation, Steve and I discuss the following:How demographic shifts and technology is impacting the future of workWhy employee experience is much more than just “engagement & retention”Why you need to assess your employee experience and how to do itWhy people are a companies best asset when it comes to adapting to changeResources:Dr. Hunt’s new book: Talent Tectonics; click here to learn more

How can you define success on your terms?Why is it so important to invest and bet on yourself?My guest on this episode is Sohee Jun, PhD, Leadership Coach, Bestselling Author, and Leadership Development ExpertDuring our conversation, Sohee and I discuss the following:Why she left her corporate leadership role and started her own businessWhy “Launch, Learn, and Iterate” should be your personal innovation philosophyHow to master your inner game and define success on your termsHow to manage up and why it matters for your careerConnecting with Sohee:Sohee Jun, PhD on LinkedInSohee’s website

How can human-centered design improve your employee experience?Why is wellness important in enabling high performance?My guest on this episode is John Foster, ex-Hulu & IDEO, CHRO and Founder Gamut LabsDuring our conversation, John and I discuss the following:Why HR leaders need to think like architectsWhy you should prototype your HR solutionsThe four key elements of human-centered design and how to apply them to your organizationWhy he believes wellness is the foundation for human performanceHis advice on maintaining wellness for HR professionalsResources:Gamut Labs: John’s platform to advise companies and build tools that help people learn and growBe True - connect with John to get access this resourceConnecting with John:John Foster on LinkedIn

What characteristics define the best leaders?How can you lead with purpose and passion?My guest on this episode is Anne Gotte, VP Global Talent Management, Bumble Inc.During our conversation, Anne and I discuss the following:Why she believes early in your career “you have everything to learn” but nothing to proveThe four capabilities that differentiate the best talent management leadersWhy it is important to align your career decisions with your valuesWhat makes Bumble’s culture different than anywhere else she ever has workedThe female leaders she admires the most and why

How do you build authentic relationships that lead to trust?Why is it more important to be effective, than right when it comes to equity and inclusion?My guest on this episode is James Fripp, Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Yum! BrandsDuring our conversation, James and I discuss the following:Why you should seek out mentors who are different, not similar to youHow to build authentic relationships that lead to trust and a culture of belongingWhy he is a business partner first and an equity and inclusion practitioner secondHis advice for how new Chief Equity and Inclusions Officers can make an impact in their first six months

How can you become a talent scout?How do you develop a point of view on how you identify and assess talent?My guest on this episode is Jim Shanley, The Shanley GroupDuring our conversation, Jim and I discuss the following:The seven leaders who influenced his talent philosophy and his leadership styleWhy the best leaders are talent scouts and how to become oneThe “five question test” he uses to make a hiring decision…and why it works every timeHow to go farther and faster in your HR career

How do you learn to become more resilient?What is the right and wrong way to think about setbacks in your career?My guest on this episode is Suzanne Myers, CHRO at ArcosaDuring our conversation, Suzanne and I discuss the following:How being a talent acquisition leader prepared her to become a CHROWhy your employer value propositions should have three layersHow to be resilient and overcome career setbacksWhy communication skills are the foundation for career success

Why is defining potential so difficult to do?What are the three types of potential and when should you use them?My guest on this episode is Allan Church, PhD, former SVP, Global Talent Management for PepsiCo.During our conversation, Allan and I discuss the following:Why the job you think is the “worst” might actually be the “best” for youThe three types of potential: why they matter and when to use themPepsiCo’s GREAT5 leadership model and how it applies at different stages of your careerWhy communicating potential ratings will increase, not decrease employee engagementBooks & Resources Discussed:The High Potential's Advantage: Get Noticed, Impress Your Bosses, and Become a Top Leader by Jay Conger & Allan ChurchThink Outside the 9 Box by Allan Church, PhDConnecting with Allan:Allan Church, PhD on LinkedIn

How can taking initiative accelerate your career?Why is experimenting the key to learning?My guest on this episode is Humera Malik ShahidDuring our conversation, Humera and I discuss the following:Why you should follow your passion and not be afraid to take risksHow to land your dream job in the techWhy you should evaluate your personal and professional goals every yearHer advice for aspiring Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officers

What is your reputation and how it is impacting your career?How can you be a positive networker, especially early in your career?My guest on this episode is Angela Lane, VP Global Talent, AbbVieDuring our conversation, Angela and I discuss the following:What Angela learned pivoting from a generalist into a specialist roleAngela’s Career Edge model and how to leverage it for successHow to manage your reputation to achieve your career goalsHow to network when you are early in your careerHow to give feedback and why it is an important skill for HR professionalsBooks & Resources Discussed:The Edge You Need - Angela Lane and Sergey Gorbatov’s excellent website that will help you get an edge in your career, performance, and cultureThe Ten Behaviors of the “Positive Networker”

Why are your skills and experiences more important than your college degree?How is technology transforming the future of learning?My guest on this episode is Molly Nagler, Chief Learning Officer, PepsiCo.During our conversation, Molly and I discuss the following:Molly’s non-traditional career path from copy editor to Chief Learning OfficerHow technology is transforming learning and development functionsWhy Chief Learning Officers of the future will be both anthropologists and technologistsMolly’s advice on how to make a successful career pivot outside of your industryWhy skills and projects, not pedigree or roles will define the future of HR

What differentiates the best HR leaders from the rest? Why it isn’t enough to “know the business, you must love the businessMy guest on this episode is Marc Effron, President, Talent Strategy Group.During our conversation, Marc and I discuss the following:Marc’s career journey and what led him to co-author One Page Talent ManagementThe unforgettable advice that Marshall Goldsmith gave to MarcThe one question that will help advance your careerWhat differentiates the best HR leaders from the restBooks & Resources Discussed:7 Rules of Power: Surprising--But True--Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career by Jeffrey Pfeffer8 Steps to High Performance: Focus On What You Can Change (Ignore the Rest) by Marc EffronOne Page Talent Management: Eliminating Complexity, Adding Value by Marc Effron & Miriam OrtTalent Management InstituteTalent QuarterlyConnecting with Marc:Marc Effron on LinkedInTalent Strategy Group

Why is it important that we speak truth to power? How can you redesign your current role to super charge your career?My guest on this episode is Holly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & Wakefield.During our conversation, Holly and I discuss the followingHow and when you should speak truth to powerHolly’s advice for aspiring Chief People OfficersHow to redesign your current role and why it will accelerate your career growthWhy you need many mentors throughout your career

Why is being intellectually curious so important to your career success? How can you identify, analyze and solve business problems like a consultant?My guest on this episode is Aaron Sorensen, Partner and Chief Behavioral Scientist at Lotis Blue Consulting.During our conversation, Aaron and I discuss the followingThe skills and capabilities required to be a successful consultantThe most common misconceptions about being a consultantHow to improve your critical thinking skillsWhy the next generation of HR pro’s must be digital natives to stay relevantAaron’s Book Recommendations:Understanding Michael Porter: The Essential Guide to Competition and Strategy by Joan MagrettaThe Minto Pyramid Principle: Logic in Writing, Thinking, & Problem Solving by Barbara MintoConnecting with Aaron:Aaron Sorensen on LinkedInLotis Blue Consulting

Why do some HR leaders have more influence and impact than others?How do you develop the skills and mindset to be a trusted advisor?My guest on this episode is former NiSource, CHRO turned Executive Coach, Ken Keener.During our conversation, Ken and I discuss the following:How he got his start in HRThe importance of HR leading, not managing changeThe steps he took to prepare and become an executive coach.Ken’s Book Recommendations:The Advantage by Patrick LencioniFive Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick LencioniOne Page Talent Management by Marc Effron & Miriam OutPerformance Coaching by Dana Gaines Robinson & James C RobinsonWhat Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall GoldsmithConnecting with Ken:Ken Keener on LinkedInKeener Advisors