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Trustworthy AI at Work: Avoiding Bias with Jo Stansfield Jul 16, 2024

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In this episode, we consider ways to monitor and avoid AI bias in the workplace. The guest this time is Jo Stansfield, Trustee at BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.
Jo is also the Founder and Director of Inclusioneering Limited, offering Inclusive Innovation consultancy to support tech and engineering organizations with data-led culture transformation for diversity, equity and inclusion, integrally connected with the innovation process, for fair and equitable outcomes by design of products, operations and services.
Questions for Jo include:

You're on the Board of ForHumanity. Tell me about the org and it's mission
You're also a Trustee at BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. Tell me about the Institute and how it helps to raise professional standards and support career progression
You recently spoke at the first Cambridge AI Summit. Your talk was called Trustworthy AI: Avoiding Bias and Embracing Responsibility. Tell us more.
Fairness, Non-Bias, and Non-Discrimination: What are some best practices for (HR) professionals to ensure fairness and non-discrimination in AI tools used for recruitment and employee evaluation?
How can users be confident in their AI tools?
Privacy, Data Protection, and Safety: With increasing concerns about data privacy, what steps should companies take to protect employee data when using AI?

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Unlocking High-Performing Teams with Christopher Morrison, TeamDynamics Jul 12, 2024

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The guest today is Christopher Morrison, co-founder of TeamDynamics, a platform that bridges the gap between individual-focused assessments and the collaborative nature of modern workplaces - driving transformative change in how teams function and thrive.
Christopher has a background in leadership at technology startups and management consulting. His experience building a successful Silicon Valley startup from its Series A through to IPO, coupled with his time helping C-suite executives at McKinsey, highlighted the need for a robust analysis of how modern teams actually work, as well as the shortcomings of traditional personality tests that are too frequently administered in a professional environment. These realizations spurred the creation of TeamDynamics.
Questions for Christopher include:

Can you share the inspiration behind founding TeamDynamics and how your experience building a successful startup from Series A to IPO, plus your time at McKinsey, influenced the company's mission?
TeamDynamics is based on four core dimensions of team interaction: communicating, processing, deciding, and executing. Can you elaborate on these dimensions and how they collectively define how teams work?
How do these dimensions address the gaps left by traditional personality tests?
You've worked with companies across industries, stages, and geographies. What are some of the most surprising things you've learned from helping them understand the dynamics of their teams?
How have organizations implemented the TeamDynamics framework in their team management practices? Can you share any use cases?
Follow up: What tangible improvements have your clients seen in terms of collaboration and performance? Can you share any metrics?
With the increasing emphasis on remote and hybrid work, how does TeamDynamics help teams adapt to, and thrive in, these evolving workplace models?
What advice would you give to HR leaders and managers looking to enhance team dynamics and foster a culture of collaboration within their organizations using the insights and tools provided by tools like TeamDynamics?

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HR, Digital Transformation and AI Integration with Orla Brown Jul 10, 2024

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In this episode, we consider Digital Transformation and AI Integration. Bill's guest is Orla Brown, Qualification and Assessment Developer at AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group, a UK organization offering national qualifications for colleges, training providers, and end-point assessments for apprenticeships in creative industries.
Orla is an AI Champion and an innovative Qualification and Assessment Developer with a background as an FE Law Lecturer.
Questions for Orla include:

How can AI be leveraged to enhance the effectiveness of vocational training and qualifications?
How do you see the future of vocational qualifications in the context of technological advancements and AI integration?
What are some of the challenges in implementing AI in education and training, and how can they be overcome?
What impact do you expect AI to have on the future job market, particularly in fields related to your qualifications?
How can employers get involved in shaping the future of vocational qualifications?
What advice would you give to employers looking to collaborate with educational institutions to develop more effective training programs?

More About Orla
Known for her expertise as a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and a Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate, Orla is dedicated to researching AI use cases across various industries. In this podcast, she invites employers to connect and share their experiences with AI, fostering a collaborative approach to developing qualifications that meet the demands of the modern workforce and embrace technological advancements.
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Resilience in HR Tech with David Perring Jul 03, 2024

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Unlock the secrets behind the resilience of HR technology investments and the ever-evolving landscape of HR with our guest, David Perring, Chief Insights Officer at Fosway Group.
Join us as David reveals why a significant majority of organizations have continually increased their HR tech spend since 2015, even in the face of fluctuating headcounts and global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.
We dive deep into the current uncertainty brought on by AI advancements and discuss why HR teams must invest in their expertise to keep up with the fast-paced changes in the workplace. Despite all the investments, why does satisfaction with HR systems remain low? David offers his expert analysis and possible solutions.
David and Bill also reflect on the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of work. From enhancing employee experience to mastering talent and analytics, we explore what’s on the horizon for HR professionals. The episode wraps up with a heartwarming exchange of gratitude, leaving us all excited about the potential of meeting in person soon. Don’t forget to subscribe to the HR Chat Show for your regular dose of insights and updates in the ever-changing world of HR.
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Wellnergy Festival and Harnessing Inner Energy with Geraldine Spurway Jun 25, 2024

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What if you could align your brand with your inner energy to better stand out? We are thrilled to welcome Geraldine Spurway, the CEO and founder of The Spur Way, who brings her unique approach to personal branding influenced by her psychic grandmother.
Geraldine’s method integrates mindset, energy work, and a deep passion for communication and branding. She shares her journey and previews her role at the upcoming Wellnergy Festival in Wimbledon Park, London on June 15, where she will lead a transformative breathwork and sound healing session.
Listen as Geraldine offers insights into the festival's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and mental health, making this episode a must-listen for anyone passionate about energy work and personal growth!
Disrupt London will host a special edition at the Wellnergy Festival - focused on workplace wellbeing. Speakers include:

Chris Lovett, Leadership Coach at NatWest Group
Sarah Hayes, Co-founder and Director at Running on Empty
Sanita Hans, Nurse, End of Life Care at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Founder at Wellness Metrics
Bianca Errigo, Co-Founder at HumanOS
Jonathan Breakell, Managing Director at My Health Xtras Ltd
Russell Robinson EdD, Program Director and Professorial Lecturer, School of Public Affairs at American University and Founder of Amplified Research and Consulting
Isi Ojobo, Organisational Development ManagerOrganisational Development Manager North Central London ICB

HRchat questions for Geraldine include:

You're speaking at the London Wellnergy Festival on June 15 - including a Disrupt talk. Tell us the story behind Wellnergy and how you started working with Nick S.
Tell us about your session at Wellnergy London
How is Wellnergy different to other wellness events?

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AI, Wage Inflation, and the Future of Work with Alex Alonso, SHRM Jun 24, 2024

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In the latest SHRM-focused episode, we hear from SHRM’s Chief Data & Insights Officer, Dr. Alex Alonso.
As leader of SHRM’s Research & Insights business units, Alex's career portfolio has been based upon practical thought leadership designed to make better workplaces and to grow revenues.
Listen as we celebrate SHRM 2024 and discuss wage inflation, labor shortages, and AI.
Questions for Alex include:

What can attendees expect at #SHRM24?
At SHRM Annual, you'll be unveiling the findings from SHRM's 2024 State of the Workplace Study. Tell us about findings relating to wage inflation, labor shortages, and AI.
Why is HR leading on AI?
How will AI affect jobs?
What should employees do to remain relevant in the workplace?
How can employees upskill?
What does ethical and responsible implementation of AI look like in the workplace?

More About Alexander Alonso, PhD
Alex's thought leadership has been recognized through various bodies including as an inaugural member of SHRM’s Blue-Ribbon Commission on Racial Equity in the Workplace, a coalition designed to foster equitable and inclusive cultures. His research has been featured in numerous media outlets including USA Today, NBC News, BBC, CNN, and more. He has served as a member of several speaker’s bureaus with more than 400 speaking engagements over the last decade.
His works have been recognized for their contribution to real-world human capital issues. They include being recognized with the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP’s) 2007 M. Scott Myers Award for Applied Research in the Workplace for developing the federal standard for learning and development of healthcare providers; a 2009 Presidential Citation for Innovative Practice by the American Psychological Association for designing performance management systems; and the 2013 SIOP Distinguished Early Career Contributions for Practice Award for extensive applied research on the link between human resource management and organizational sustainability.
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Civility and Leadership with Jim Link, SHRM Jun 22, 2024

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SHRM Annual Conference and Expo is about to get underway in Chicago so who better to feature in the HRchat show than Jim Link SHRM-SCP, CHRO at SHRM.
As a recognized thought leader in human capability and the future of work, Jim is a sought-after commentator with the national and international press, features widely on the lecture and speaker circuit and consults with leaders, companies, and boards of directors worldwide on matters related to the workplace.
Listen as Jim discusses the two pillars of this year's conference - civility and AI. Jim also gives the lowdown on sessions not to miss in the Windy City!
Questions for Jim include:

Why is SHRM Annual a key event in the HR calendar?
What can we look forward to at SHRM24?
Why are Civility and AI SHRM's pillars this year?
Tell us about the 1 Million Civil Conversations initiative you launched in March
What does incivility look like?
What can organizations and individuals do to become a catalyst for change?
What sessions will you be leading at SHRM?

About Jim Link
Jim is an Atlanta-based business consultant and former Fortune 500 executive specializing in equipping leaders with the tools needed to build best-in-class, inclusive workplaces that drive revenue and profitability.
Jim’s experience includes roles of increasing responsibility in human resources, mergers and acquisitions, and operational effectiveness. His interests include talent acquisition management, employee and leadership development, equality and equity, employee engagement, internal innovation, and driving rapid business scalability through organic and inorganic, often complex, growth opportunities.
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Event Preview - SHRM Annual with Jennifer McClure Jun 19, 2024

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In episode 718, Jennifer McClure joins Bill Banham to preview the SHRM Annual Conference and Expo and her special BFF Birthday Party in Chicago.
During the 2024 SHRM Annual Conference and Expo, Disrupt will host a VIP party at the House of Blues. The party will celebrate Jennifer McClure’s 60th birthday and champion the reawakening of the DisruptHR community after COVID-19.
The party will be co-hosted by Jennifer McClure, Laurie Ruettimann of Punk Rock HR, Steve Browne (whose Mission is to meet every HR leader in the world), Erich Kurschat of HRHotSeat, and the DisruptHR Chicago team led by Amy Perry. It will include a live DJ, a photo booth and lots of networking with others in the HR space.
Listen as Jennifer and Bill discuss:

What excites Jennifer about the growth of Disrupt since the end of the Pandemic
New and relaunched Disrupt chapters making an impact
Why SHRM Annua is a key event on the HR calendar
Jennifer's sessions at #SHRM24 - From Traditional to Transformational: Disrupting HR to Thrive in the New Era of Work and Lead with Impact: Drive Career and Business Success Through Personal Branding and Influential Leadership

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SHRM, Leadership and Legacy with Steve Browne Jun 16, 2024

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to lead with true intentionality in HR? Tune in to episode 717 as Steve Brown, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's Inc. returns to the HRchat podcast to share his insights and experiences.
Steve challenges the common misconception that HR is a fallback career, advocating instead for its critical role within every organization. He takes us on a heartfelt journey inspired by his late father, emphasizing the importance of empathy, meaningful connections, and leaving a personal legacy.
This episode is not just a deep dive into the emotional challenges faced by HR professionals but also a celebration of the human element in our field.
But that's not all - we also explore the resources and professional development opportunities offered by SHRM. From effectively utilizing machine learning and AI to addressing AI bias, we discuss how SHRM can help HR pros stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
We also shine a light on the dynamic energy of DisruptHR events, where community support and innovation take center stage.

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CIPD Festival of Work - Live From the Event Jun 13, 2024

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Day 2 of the CIPD Festival of Work is in full swing, and the festival atmosphere is nothing short of electrifying! Building on the success of last year’s unforgettable event, this year’s festival continues to infuse the world of work with vibrant energy and innovation.

The festival floor is buzzing with activity as attendees immerse themselves in interactive content, led by inspirational thought leaders and industry experts. The networking opportunities are enriching, and the activities are immersive.
Listen to this special episode to hear from exhibitors and attendees live from the CIPD Festival of Work!
More about the festival

Over 170 exhibitor stands are showcasing the latest innovations, workplace technologies, and business management tools and services. Attendees are engaging in in-person discussions, hands-on demonstrations, and gaining real insights into effective integration within their organizations.

Peers are coming together to explore critical topics such as AI, hybrid working, and ethics. There’s a deep dive into organizational culture and leadership development across several stages:

DEI Stage This stage is fostering fairness and collaboration, spotlighting positive actions and innovations in diversity. From examining initiatives to challenging best practices, the sessions are driving workplace growth and inclusivity.

Employee Experience Stage From onboarding to retention, the importance of listening to employees is emphasized. Discussions revolve around best practices for work satisfaction and leveraging existing data for people analytics, providing valuable insights for organizational success.

Internal Comms Stage Exploring the pivotal role of communication within organizations, this stage is dedicated to developing strategies that empower teams to actively participate in achieving organizational goals. Attendees are leaving with toolkits for employee advocacy and engagement case studies.

L&D Stage Focused on the skills agenda, this stage is all about developing future skills, prioritizing tasks, and managing increasing workloads. It’s a deep dive into the effective development of essential competencies.

Responsible Business Stage Addressing critical issues like trust, transparency, pay equality, mental health, and overall wellbeing, this stage is tackling the most important themes for modern organizations, providing actionable insights and strategies.

As Day 2 progresses, the CIPD Festival of Work continues to be a hub of learning, networking, and inspiration, truly making it a transformative experience for all who attend.

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