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Chief people officers in focus
The role of the chief people officer is changing from a purely operational role to one that is also a core driver of organizational strategy. This evolution is spurred by several emerging imperatives, and is creating an inherent tension for leaders themselves and for the HR function, as they seek a new balance.
Successful HR leadership will continue to evolve, but CPOs can develop skills and capabilities today to help them prepare.
Stay tuned for more insights into the present and future role of the CPO as their role becomes ever more critical.
Human Resources officers
Chief people officers in focus: What new HR leaders need to know
To find out how the HR leadership role is changing and what it takes to succeed as a chief people officer today, we spoke to 70 experienced CPOs around the world to understand the impact of trends such as data and artificial intelligence, the expectations of younger generations, sustainability, competition for talent, and workforce well-being.
Leadership development
Leadership development encourages continuous learning and improvement, enabling leaders to acquire new skills and methods to stay effective.
Treating your leadership pipeline as a strategic asset: How data can improve every aspect of executive leadership development and succession planning
Companies assess their executives about once a year. Most make far less use of this objective, independent data about their leaders than they could. Some, however, are using it to build a competitive edge.
Attracting, developing, and retaining talent in a hyper-competitive market: An interview with Cynthia Burkhardt, global head of talent acquisition at Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark’s Cynthia Burkhardt discusses the war for talent and how HR leaders are preparing for the future.
Developing forward-looking leaders: An interview with Peter Attfield, former chief talent and learning officer of Jardine Matheson
Peter Attfield discusses evolving employee expectations, leadership development, and people strategy.
Leadership perspectives: An interview with Pallavi Tyagi, executive vice president & group head of people experience design and future of work expertise hub at Capgemini
Capgemini’s Pallavi Tyagi discusses the changing needs of the workforce and how her organization is working to attract, develop, and retain talent.
Human resource officers
First-time chief people officers: A guide from current to future chief people officers
The chief people officer (CPO) report outlines the step changes that people face when they get into the CPO role, some of which they may previously have considered, and others that fall far outside their sphere of experience.
Human-centered leadership
Human-centered leadership is a leadership approach that prioritizes the well-being, development, and engagement of people within an organization. It focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their best work.
The next evolution of HR leadership: The connecting HR leader
HR leaders from around the world discuss the new demands on, and opportunities for, their role and how they are preparing themselves and the next generation of HR leaders.
Human resources focus: Four priorities for HR leaders to empower a hybrid model and culture
Interviews with eight HR leaders show how they are addressing four topics key to making hybrid models succeed.
Debunking the myths around inclusion: A conversation with Mita Mallick, author and head of inclusion, equity, and impact at Carta
Mita Mallick, the author of Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace, discusses how leaders should think about inclusion in a hybrid world.
Special feature: Neurodiversity in the workplace—what executives should know
Heidrick & Struggles’ Kathryn Bardi, Christina Cary, and Sean McLean sit down to talk about neurodiversity in the context of inclusive leadership—what it is and what it means for leaders and the workplace.
Puma’s CHRO on DE&I, the evolution of the HR function, and how to build a Gen Z–friendly organizational culture
Dietmar Knoess, the CHRO of Puma, shares his advice for future leaders and discusses the evolution of the HR function.
Board effectiveness focus: Why directors with HR expertise help boards do better
As boards’ responsibilities become more complex and they seek to become more effective, adding more directors with HR expertise can help, as highlighted by our interviews with 18 sitting board members.
Talent strategies in a decentralized business and the CHRO's value at the board level
Angella Alexander, CHRO of ATS Corporation, discusses leadership succession, talent development and retention, and what CHROs can bring to boards in this leadership podcast.
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