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In this episode of The HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day sits down with Bryan Adams, CEO of HappyDance and a leading authority on employer branding. Bryan, co-author of Give & Get Employer Branding, shares groundbreaking insights on how organizations can craft a compelling Employer Value Proposition (EVP) that not only attracts but also retains the right talent.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

- What is an EVP? (And why every company already has one—even if they haven’t designed it!)

- The Give & Get approach: How to build a two-way value exchange that resonates with employees

- The biggest mistakes companies make when crafting an EVP (and how to avoid them)

- The role of leadership in employer branding: Why EVP must start at the top

- How storytelling transforms talent attraction and engagement

- The future of employer branding: Trends, technology, and the power of organic content

Key Takeaways from Bryan Adams:

- Transparency and authenticity are key to building trust with employees

- Employer branding is more than just a recruitment tool—it’s a retention strategy

- Storytelling makes your employer brand memorable and impactful

- Employer branding should be treated with the same importance as corporate branding

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How to Simplify Success, Build High-Performance Cultures & Lead with Impact | Alan Stein Jr.

In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, Nick Day sits down with Alan Stein Jr., renowned keynote speaker, author, and performance coach, to uncover the secrets of sustaining excellence in business and HR leadership. Drawing from his experience with elite NBA athletes like Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant, and Steph Curry, Alan shares how the same principles of high performance apply to organizations of all sizes.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Simplifying Success: Why mastering the basics and focusing on fundamentals is the key to sustained excellence.
• High-Performance Culture: How accountability, communication, and cohesion create winning teams.
• Human-Centered Leadership: Practical ways HR professionals can balance empathy, compassion, and efficiency in a distributed workforce.
• Leveraging AI: Why AI is a tool to enhance HR impact, not replace the human touch.
• Storytelling in HR: How stories can inspire change, shape culture, and drive emotional engagement.
• Incremental Gains: The power of progressive improvement to sustain individual and organizational growth.

Alan shares actionable insights and real-world examples, revealing how HR leaders can align individual performance with organizational goals. From creating personalized employee touchpoints to leveraging AI and building cohesive teams, this episode is packed with strategies to elevate your HR and leadership game.

Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more expert insights on leadership and HR strategies!

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How to Master Change, Culture & Communication for Leadership Success

In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, Nick Day sits down with Curtis Bateman, a leadership expert from FranklinCovey, to explore the Three C's of Leadership: Change, Culture, and Communication. These pillars are crucial for leading successful teams in today’s rapidly evolving workplace.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The 4 stages of navigating change: Status Quo, Disruption, Adoption, and Innovation.
• How to build a high-trust culture that fosters creativity and engagement.
• Communication strategies for balancing courage and consideration in tough conversations.
• Why resilience alone isn’t enough and how to equip teams with the right tools and support.
• Actionable leadership tools, including the “Hurdles, Quicksand, and Brick Walls” framework.

Curtis shares practical advice and real-world examples of how leaders can cultivate empathy, build trust, and inspire their teams through change.

Whether you're managing a large organization or leading a small team, this episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your leadership game.

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Thanks for listening folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast real soon!

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:16) Navigating Change, Culture, and Communication

(02:32) Defining...

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In this episode of The HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day sits down with Kirsteen Williamson-Guinn, founder of Elevate Women and author of *Unshakable Confidence: Your Blueprint*.

Together, they delve into the challenges women face in the workplace and the strategies needed to overcome them. Kirsteen shares actionable insights into rebuilding confidence, tackling imposter syndrome, and navigating career breaks, particularly for women re-entering the workforce.

This conversation highlights the critical role HR plays in fostering inclusive workplaces, supporting women’s career progression, and creating environments that enable everyone to thrive. Kirsteen also discusses how leadership training often overlooks gender-specific needs and offers solutions for empowering women in senior roles.

Key topics include:

- Strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt.

- How HR can support women returning to work and thriving post-career break.

- Creating inclusive and psychologically safe workplaces for all.

- Addressing menopause in the workplace with sensitivity and understanding.

- The importance of building confidence, clarity, and connection in career advancement.

Kirsteen also introduces her book, *Unshakable Confidence*, a step-by-step guide to reclaiming your power and advancing your career with purpose.

If you’re ready to transform your mindset and elevate your leadership game, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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Thanks for listening folks – I look forward to bringing you the next episode of the HR L&D Podcast real soon!

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In this episode of The HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day welcomes Robert Hargrove, visionary leader, renowned author, and founder of Masterful Coaching, to explore the transformative potential of HR leadership. Together, they dive into Robert’s groundbreaking concepts, including the role of HR leaders as “CEO Whisperers,” trusted advisors who influence executive decision-making and elevate organizational success.

Robert shares his five critical roles for HR leaders: from being talent mavens who hire exceptional individuals, to cultural architects driving organizational change, and people developers fostering master-apprentice relationships. Packed with actionable insights, this conversation highlights how HR professionals can shift from traditional practices to more strategic, forward-thinking approaches that align with business growth and innovation.

The episode also delves into practical strategies for breaking down bureaucratic barriers, building coaching cultures, and creating a vision for an impossible future. For HR professionals eager to enhance their influence and impact, Robert offers invaluable advice on financial literacy, employee advocacy, and fostering collaboration across teams.

If you’re ready to move beyond the status quo and embrace bold ideas that can reshape the future of HR, this episode is a must-listen. Plus, discover highlights from Robert’s Masterful Coaching framework, including insights into his pioneering work with Fortune 500 leaders and global organizations. Don’t miss this empowering conversation designed to inspire HR professionals to unlock their full potential.

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In this episode of The HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day dives into the science of team development with Rob Shaw, Co-founder of Meta Team, and Andy Perkins, a seasoned leader in learning and development with 35+ years of experience.

Together, they unpack the secrets to building resilient, high-performing teams through a groundbreaking data-driven approach.

Discover how the Meta Team framework uses behavioral diagnostics to pinpoint team strengths, address blind spots, and foster habits that drive both adaptability and trust. Learn how to balance the inner game (trust, resilience, focus, and purpose) with the outer game (influencing, decision-making, agility, and adaptability) to maximize team potential in today's dynamic workplace.

🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The critical role of trust and purpose in team performance.
• How to use data-driven diagnostics to solve real team challenges.
• Why balancing "inner" and "outer" habits is essential for success.
• Practical strategies for enhancing resilience, adaptability, and engagement.
• How HR professionals can leverage team dynamics to influence C-suite objectives.

This episode also explores the future of team development, the integration of AI in HR, and why tailored interventions outperform one-size-fits-all solutions.

For HR leaders, team managers, and anyone passionate about driving organizational excellence, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

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(00:00) Introduction

(02:21) The Importance of

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Welcome to The HR L&D Podcast, where we explore the evolving intersections of human resources and learning & development. I'm your host, Nick Day, and today we're joined by Dale Thomas, a leader in the AI and HR tech space and the founder of Actionable Ops.

With extensive experience in integrating generative AI solutions into HR workflows, Dale has been at the forefront of transforming recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and more. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the practical applications of AI in HR, ethical considerations, and how to navigate the challenges of this rapidly evolving technology.

Dale is also the author of "The Ultimate AI Guide for Small Business Success," a must-read for organizations looking to harness AI effectively.

Key Highlights from this episode:

• Streamlining Recruitment: How generative AI tools create job descriptions, screen candidates, and enhance hiring efficiency.
• Onboarding & Training: Discover how AI chatbots and knowledge bases improve the employee onboarding experience.
• AI for Employee Engagement: Learn how AI-driven survey analysis uncovers actionable insights for improving workplace culture.
• Ethics in AI: Dale discusses managing AI biases, ensuring transparency, and fostering trust among employees.
• AI Agents in Action: From document classification to voice automation, explore the next frontier of AI applications in HR.
• Future of HR: Insights into how AI will reshape HR processes by 2030 and the skills HR professionals must adopt.

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Deel’s fully managed global payroll simplifies international team management. With Deel, you can easily and compliantly pay all worker types in 100+ countries and 200+ currencies.

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Welcome to The HR L&D Podcast, where we explore the intersections of human resources and learning & development with industry leaders.

I'm your host, Nick Day, and today, we are joined by Annette Andrews, a seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of experience in senior HR roles across various industries.

Annette is currently the CEO of Acaria Coaching & Consulting and serves as a Non-Executive Director for several organisations. Her impressive career includes roles as the Chief People Officer at Lloyd's of London, HR Director at Ford, and holding a number of senior HR positions at Lloyds Banking Group.

Annette joins me today to dive into the pressing issue of employee retention and engagement in the era of the "Big Quit".

Key Learnings:

• Proactive Retention Strategies: Address ‘Big Quit’ challenges with tailored growth opportunities and improved work-life balance.
• Conscious Leadership: Empathy, active listening, and transparent communication are crucial for enhancing engagement.
• Psychological Safety: A safe work environment encourages open communication, reducing turnover.
• Tech Integration in HR: AI and tech streamline HR processes, personalize employee experiences, and improve retention.
• Strategic HR Role: HR should actively influence business outcomes, aligning retention and development with company goals.

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(00:00) Introduction: Meet Annette Andrews

(02:17) Employee Retention & Engagement in the 'Big Quit'

(05:12) Conscious Leadership & Workplace "Stickiness"

(07:45) Building a Growth Mindset

(09:59) Psychological Contracts:...