Inspiring the next generation of HR Leaders

Why is it important that we speak truth to power? How can you redesign your current role to super charge your career? My guest on this episode is Holly Tyson, Chief People Officer at Cushman & Wakefield. During our conversation, Holly and I discuss the following How and when you should speak truth to power Holly’s advice for aspiring Chief People Officers How to redesign your current role and why it will accelerate your career growth Why you need many mentors throughout your career

Why is being intellectually curious so important to your career success? How can you identify, analyze and solve business problems like a consultant? My guest on this episode is Aaron Sorensen, Partner and Chief Behavioral Scientist at Lotis Blue Consulting. During our conversation, Aaron and I discuss the following The skills and capabilities required to be a successful consultant The most common misconceptions about being a consultant How to improve your critical thinking skills Why the next generation of HR pro’s must be digital natives to stay relevant Aaron’s Book Recommendations: Understanding Michael Porter: The Essential Guide to Competition and Strategy by Joan Magretta The Minto Pyramid Principle: Logic in Writing, Thinking, & Problem Solving by Barbara Minto Connecting with Aaron: Aaron Sorensen on LinkedIn Lotis Blue Consulting

Why do some HR leaders have more influence and impact than others? How do you develop the skills and mindset to be a trusted advisor? My guest on this episode is former NiSource, CHRO turned Executive Coach, Ken Keener. During our conversation, Ken and I discuss the following: How he got his start in HR The importance of HR leading, not managing change The steps he took to prepare and become an executive coach. Ken’s Book Recommendations: The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni One Page Talent Management by Marc Effron & Miriam Out Performance Coaching by Dana Gaines Robinson & James C Robinson What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith Connecting with Ken: Ken Keener on LinkedIn Keener Advisors