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drive growth and shape strategy

drive real business impact

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The only podcast whose mission is to inspire the next generation of HR Leaders. In each episode, JP Elliott interviews successful HR executives and thought leaders who share their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice on how to take our field and your career to the next level.

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JP Elliott

Hi, I’m JP Elliott

With two decades of experience as a Talent and HR executive at companies like DICK'S Sporting Goods, McAfee, and Lenovo, I've seen the challenges HR professionals face in growing their careers and increasing their impact.

As the creator of the Future of HR podcast, with over 350,000+ downloads from 190+ countries, I've made it my mission to elevate the next generation of HR leaders.

I've made it my mission to help HR professionals increase their business impact and accelerate their careers

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