Beste Hrd podcaster (2024)

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Nimira Kassam, People Services Director at PPL PRS 34:33

15d ago34:33

34:33

In this episode Nimira Kassam, People Services Director at PPL PRS Ltd talks to Nic, recorded at the PPL PRS offices in Leicester. Nimira shares her career journey, having initially studied accounting and finance, then moving into studying HR at degree level. Nimira talks about starting her career in banking ahead of securing her first HR focussed …

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Dawn Browne, People & Talent Director at Fuller's 38:40

7M ago38:40

38:40

In this episode Dawn Browne, People and Talent Director at Fuller’s talks to Nic as the podcast goes on tour, recording from the Hercules pub in central London! Dawn shares her career journey, having never intended to work in HR, starting out at British Airways, joining Quantas, then Compass Group, before joining Fuller’s 12 years ago. Nic asks Daw…

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Neil Morrison, Group HR Director at Severn Trent 40:13

9M ago40:13

40:13

In this episode Neil Morrison Group HR Director at Severn Trent shares his career journey, from the NHS to Argos, through to Penguin Random House Publishing and then Severn Trent. Neil shares his thoughts on good work, the importance of creating jobs, and organisations looking after their workforce. Neil talks about how Severn Trent have sought to …

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Vicky Walker, Group Director of People at Westfield Health 26:44

11M ago26:44

26:44

In this episode Vicky Walker, Group Director of People at Westfield Health shares her career journey, including 20+ years at Tesco and working her way up to her current role at Westfield. Vicky shares her thoughts on the profession, ranging from “toilet rolls to disciplinaries” and explains her more strategic role as Director of People. Nic asks Vi…

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Karen Jewell, Director, HR and Organisational Development at Equip UK Technologies Ltd 48:01

1y ago48:01

48:01

In this episode Karen Jewell, Director, HR and Organisational Development at Equip UK Technologies Ltd shares her career journey from HR roles in the energy sector, to HR Director at Derby City Council, to leading the people strategy for the Rab and Lowe Alpine outdoor apparel and equipment performance brands. Karen talks about her experience at Eq…

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Pat Woodfield, Executive Group Director, Business Strategy, People & Culture at YMCA Robin Hood Group 36:52

1y ago36:52

36:52

In this episode, Pat Woodfield, Executive Group Director, Business Strategy, People & Culture at YMCA Robin Hood Group shares her career journey from executive personal assistant, to HR Manager, to COO and CEO roles, to Executive HR positions. Pat talks about the great work the YMCA is doing, including their new site in Newark, the Malt Cross music…

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Charlotte Coore (Head of People & Culture at 200 Degrees) & Zoe Ogden (People Director at Impression) 45:28

1+ y ago45:28

45:28

In this episode, recorded back in March 2023 on International Women’s Day, Charlotte Coore, Head of People & Culture at 200 Degrees Coffee and Zoë Ogden, People Director at Impression share their career journey in HR and experience working in rapidly growing SME businesses. Zoë and Charlotte talk about the differences between working in larger corp…

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Adam Dilks, Group People Director at Nightcap Plc 25:33

1+ y ago25:33

25:33

In this episode Adam Dilks, Group People Director at Nightcap Plc shares his career journey in HR from a training scheme at Tesco, to his current role helping Nightcap achieve its goal of becoming the leading late night bar group. He claims it’s not just about the cocktails! Adam tells Nic about the entrepreneurial approach at Nightcap, led by Sara…

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Ben Horner, HR Director at Boots UK & ROI & NO7 34:18

1+ y ago34:18

34:18

In this episode Ben Horner HR Director, Boots UK & ROI and No7 shares his experience from nearly 20 years at the company. Nic talks to Ben about his transition from the Boots legal team to the role of HR Director and the challenges he faced taking on that role during a global pandemic! Ben shares a variety of initiatives Boots have introduced relat…

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Maria Hawley, Director of People at Fisher German 34:51

1+ y ago34:51

34:51

In this episode Maria Hawley, Director of People at Fisher German LLP, shares her journey from selling underwear on a market stall, to a career in nursing, through to building a successful career in human resources, working at law firm Nabarros, the Gangmasters Licensing Authority, and eventually her current role as Director of People. Nic and Mari…

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Andrew Stephenson, Chief People Officer at Equiniti 41:54

1+ y ago41:54

41:54

In this episode Andy talks to Nic about his journey from selling TVs in Currys into the People Director roles at some of the UK’s most recognisable brands. Andy shares his views on how the world of work has changed post COVID and how employers must adapt to new ways of attracting, developing and retaining talent. Nic talks to Andy about building su…

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Jane Rawden, People Director at Teal Transformations Ltd 31:00

1+ y ago31:00

31:00

In this episode Jane shares insights with Nic from her wide experience, having worked at Babcock, in professional services, Awbery Management and Bistrot Pierre. Jane contrasts her experience of working “in-house” as a People Director with a role operating as a consultant supporting a diverse range of clients. Nic and Jane discuss the importance of…

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Sarah Taylor, People & Culture Director at Staffline plc 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

57:54

In this episode Sarah Taylor, People and Culture Director at Staffline plc, shares her experience of working at BAE Systems, Boots, Carlsberg and most recently Staffline, who currently engage approximately 40,000 workers every day across the UK and Ireland. In a comprehensive review of the world of work, Nic and Sarah discuss the importance of lead…

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🇬🇧 IELTS - Useful tips for test day! ☘️ 4:16

2y ago4:16

4:16

The purpose of this video is to give IELTS candidates useful tips to assist them perform at their best on test day.

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Always have the courage to continue! ☘️ 0:28

2y ago0:28

0:28

"Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." #WinstonChurchill Doesn't matter how tough it gets, always have the courage to continue! ☘️

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🇬🇧 Insight into IELTS! ☘️ 4:44

2y ago4:44

4:44

The purpose of this video is to give an insight into IELTS for those candidates who intend to take the test.

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IDIOMS - Episode 08: Past Experiences 5:34

2+ y ago5:34

5:34

The point of this podcast is to teach English enthusiasts 5 different ways of expressing what they have learned from past experiences.

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IDIOMS - Episode 07: Praise 5:03

2+ y ago5:03

5:03

The target of this podcast is to teach English enthusiasts 5 different ways to praise others.

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IDIOMS - Episode 06: Annoyance 5:21

2+ y ago5:21

5:21

The goal of this podcast is to teach English enthusiasts 5 different ways to express how irritated they get.

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Why EXECUTIVE HRD? 26:45

2+ y ago26:45

26:45

In this final episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we look at the main lessons learned from the series to answer the question of Why Executive Education? To do this, we explore what surfaced about the people who go through the program, what it was like for them to study in the Executive Master’s, how they…

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IDIOMS - Episode 05: Sadness 6:04

2+ y ago6:04

6:04

The aim of this podcast is to teach English enthusiasts 5 different ways to express their sadness.

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Why is VULNERABILITY necessary for Executive Education? 36:35

2+ y ago36:35

36:35

In this ninth episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we look at the importance of vulnerability in executive education, the connection between vulnerability and learning, and the different forms that vulnerability takes in the classroom and workplace. We also look at how the program is designed to provide o…

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IDIOMS - Episode 04: Knowing 5:45

2+ y ago5:45

5:45

The objective of this podcast is to teach English enthusiasts 5 different ways to express how well they know something or someone.

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How to CONNECT the DOTS in Executive Education? 34:53

2+ y ago34:53

34:53

In this eighth episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we explore a metaphor that’s often used when talking about education and learning: that of connecting the dots. With the help of current and former students, we look into why it’s so important, especially in the context of education and learning, and why…

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Why is DATA important for Leaders? 33:51

2+ y ago33:51

33:51

In this seventh episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we focus on data and how students in the program learn about the critical role that data plays in the day-to-day work of HRD professionals. To do this, we meet faculty members as well as graduates of the program to look into why data is such an importan…

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Why is DIALOGIC CHANGE important for Leaders? 33:48

2+ y ago33:48

33:48

In this sixth episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we look deeper into the people side of change by examining the importance of dialogic change processes, and why dialogic change is important for leaders and HRD professionals. To do that, we meet a current student, a former student, three faculty members,…

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Why is CHANGE LEADERSHIP important for Leaders? 33:28

2+ y ago33:28

33:28

In this fifth episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we explore change leadership and why it’s important for leaders. To do this, we meet faculty members as well as graduates of the program to look into lessons learned about tools for managing and leading change, developing a change leadership mindset, and …

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How do COHORTS impact your “Becoming”? 36:45

2+ y ago36:45

36:45

In this fourth episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we take a more-focused look at a key aspect of the program’s design: that of cohorts and the idea that students go through the program together in a small cohort, and we answer the question “How do COHORTS impact 'Becoming'?” To do this, we meet seven cu…

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How does Executive Education IMPACT the Organization? 41:05

2+ y ago41:05

41:05

In this third episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we explore benefits for organizations employing students and alumni of the Executive Master's in HRD. To do that, we meet eight current and former students as well as two members of the University faculty. Together, we look at how organizations have benef…

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How to DESIGN an Executive Education program? 38:09

2+ y ago38:09

38:09

In this second episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we explore how the Executive Master's in HRD program was designed to deliver the benefits we heard about in the first episode. With the help of current and former faculty, advisory board members, program management and leadership, we look at the building…

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How does Executive Education IMPACT the Individual? 44:39

2+ y ago44:39

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In this first episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we explore the benefits for students and alumni of attending the University of Houston's Executive Master's in HRD. We meet six former students to hear about why they signed up for the program, what they learned, and how their lives changed during the pro…

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Executive HRD Trailer 1:33

2+ y ago1:33

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Executive HRD is the new podcast series from the University of Houston where we lift up the hood and look inside of the University of Houston’s Executive Master's in HRD to explore what it means to undertake an HRD Master’s and to surface some of the expected and unexpected benefits. Along the way, we meet current students, alumni, faculty and advi…