Are you still struggling to get it right? Are you struggling to make that transition from Excel sheets, align your data effectively, or executing your plans in a way that drives real impact? In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with David Wilkins, Chief Product and Strategy Officer at TalentNeuron, to uncover what it really takes to master SWP.

Drawing on years of experience and TalentNeuron’s extensive research, David shares actionable insights and forward-thinking strategies to help organisations transform their workforce planning efforts. So, hit play to learn more about:

• Why the question of ownership is central to the success of SWP—and who should take the lead
• How to align internal and external data for smarter, more impactful decision-making
• Why getting the right data architecture in place is just the first step—and what comes next
• The tools, strategies and skills organisations need to move beyond traditional methods and drive real workforce transformation

Whether you’re leading SWP efforts, navigating workforce transformation, or just trying to keep up with the rapid pace of change, this episode, sponsored by Talent Neuron, is an absolute must-listen.

About TalentNeuron:

TalentNeuron is shaping the future of workforce transformation. From Strategic Workforce Planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron seamlessly combines external talent intelligence with internal data into one powerful platform. Join leading global enterprises already using actionable insights to boost organisational readiness and performance. Visit talentneuron.com today.

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In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green is joined by people analytics visionary Prasad Setty to explore the proven frameworks that drive impact to the transformative potential of people analytics in HR.

Drawing on his extensive experience, Prasad shares actionable frameworks and strategies to help HR leaders turn insights into outcomes, tackle adoption challenges and embrace AI’s game-changing opportunities.

Join the conversation as they explore:

• The key ingredients that helped Google’s people analytics team achieve unparalleled impact, including unique organisational structures and actionable insights
• The 4E Model—Effectiveness, Efficiency, Experience, and Equity—and its practical application in people analytics
• The ‘Arc of Value Creation’ framework and how it bridges insight, action, and outcomes
• Strategies to close the adoption gap and embed people analytics into decision-making
• How AI and GenAI are reshaping people analytics and HR strategies
• The skills modern people analytics teams need to thrive in today’s AI-driven world

Whether you’re looking to optimise your people analytics function or curious about the transformative power of AI in HR, this episode, sponsored by TalentNeuron, is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking perspectives.

TalentNeuron is the future of workforce transformation. From strategic workforce planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron combines external talent intelligence and internal data into one seamless platform.

Why not join global enterprises already leveraging actionable insights to boost organisational performance and readiness and visit talentneuron.com today.

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2025 is officially here, and to set the tone for the year ahead, host David Green is joined by two of the most respected thought leaders in HR: Stacia Garr, cofounder and principal analyst at RedThread Research, and Dave Ulrich, the ‘father of modern HR’ and cofounder of The RBL Group.

Drawing on David’s annual “12 Opportunities for HR in 2025” published on LinkedIn, this episode dives deeper into the critical pivots Chief People Officers need to make to amplify HR’s impact and deliver greater value to both the organisation and its workforce. From navigating uncertain geopolitics and economic shifts to unlocking the transformative potential of AI, David, Stacia and Dave share candid insights on the most pressing issues facing HR in 2025.

Listen as they explore:

• The key drivers and challenges shaping HR’s agenda in 2025
• How to proactively craft growth strategies amidst ongoing uncertainty
• Practical steps for creating stakeholder value through human capability
• Evolving DEI efforts to remain impactful, even as organisational priorities shift
• The game-changing power of agentic AI for HR, from enhancing business value to reimagining how HR works
• Rethinking organisational design and talent strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly transforming world of work

If you’re eager to learn how forward-thinking HR leaders are preparing for success in 2025—and want to hear proven tips for igniting meaningful change—this episode, sponsored by TalentNeuron, is one you won’t want to miss.

From strategic workforce planning to skill gap analysis, TalentNeuron combines external talent intelligence and internal data into one seamless platform.

Want to learn more? Visit talentneuron.com today.

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Taking the first steps towards becoming a skills-based organisation is exciting—but what does it really take to get started?

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders Podcast, David Green sits down with Christophe Cabrera, Director and Head of IT Talent and Company Reputation at UCB, to share an honest look at the early days of their transformation.

Unlike the polished success stories we often hear, this conversation is all about the reality of starting out: what works, what doesn’t, and how to build momentum.

Here’s what you can expect:

• The biggest challenges in getting started, from outdated approaches to experimenting with AI
• How UCB used proof-of-concept to build confidence in AI-powered solutions
• Managing the complexities of a workforce spread across production, clinical and office roles
• Keeping their skills framework agile as new competencies emerge
• Defining what success looks like, with internal mobility and personalised learning leading the way

This conversation, sponsored by TechWolf, is an honest and practical look at what it takes to get started with skills-based management. TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation.

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.

Links to Resources:

• Christophe Cabrera: LinkedIn
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture
• Insight222: Insight222

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How can HR leaders design company cultures that are intentional, adaptive and aligned with business goals?

To answer this question, in this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, David Green sits down with Melissa Daimler, Chief Learning Officer at Udemy and author of ReCulturing: Design Your Company Culture to Connect with Strategy and Purpose for Lasting Success. With years of hands-on experience at Adobe, Twitter, WeWork, and now Udemy, Melissa brings a wealth of practical insights on how to build cultures that stand the test of change. Here’s what you can expect from this conversation:

• How trends like skills-based strategies, AI and flexible working are reshaping workplace culture
• What a healthy culture really looks like—and how to build it intentionally
• How Udemy is aligning its culture with skills-focused goals and preparing for AI’s growing impact
• Tips for staying clear and aligned as priorities shift rapidly
• Common missteps organisations make when trying to design culture—and how to avoid them

This episode, sponsored by TechWolf, is packed with real-world advice and insights that HR and learning leaders can start applying right away. TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation.

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.

Links to Resources:

• Melissa Daimler: LinkedIn
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture
• Insight222: Insight222
• TechWolf: TechWolf

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What better way to learn about the makes or breaks of skills initiatives than from an organisation whose mission is to deliver reliable skills data across the workforce?

Joined by Mikaël Wornoo, co-founder of TechWolf, host David Green explores how organisations can move beyond surface-level skills discussions to drive real business impact. Sharing lessons learned from working with global organisations, this episode covers:

• How organisations are innovatively applying skills data to solve business challenges
• Contrasts between US and European approaches to skills that could shape your global workforce strategy
• The hidden challenges that derail skills projects and what companies often miss when trying to “get started”
• The roles required to build a truly effective skills team
• Why AI isn’t just the future of skills intelligence but the catalyst for shifting how organisations define and measure talent

This episode, sponsored by TechWolf, isn’t about skills for the sake of skills—it’s about reframing workforce intelligence as a strategic lever for measurable business outcomes. TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation.

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.

Links to Resources:

• TechWolf: TechWolf
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture
• Insight222: Insight222

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In a world where artificial intelligence and workplace technologies are revolutionising how we work, the stakes have never been higher. How can organisations harness these powerful tools while ensuring fairness, ethics and compliance in a rapidly changing landscape?

In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green sits down with Keith Sonderling, former Commissioner of the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), to tackle these critical questions.

With a front-row seat to the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of AI and employment law, together, David and Keith explore:

• The promises of AI in HR—and the hidden risks leaders need to watch for
• How the global regulatory landscape is shaping the use of AI in the workplace
• Who’s accountable when AI gets it wrong—and how liability is determined
• What HR tech vendors and HR leaders must do now to stay ahead of evolving regulations
• Real-world advice for embracing innovation without compromising on ethics or compliance

Whether you’re an HR leader navigating the rise of AI, a tech innovator shaping the future of work, or someone passionate about building a fairer workplace, this episode, sponsored by TechWolf is a must-listen.

TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation.

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.

Links to Resources:

• Keith Sonderling: Keith Sonderling
• TechWolf: TechWolf
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture
• Insight222: Insight222

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What can we learn from an organisation that has been a skills-based pioneer for over 30 years?

At EPAM Systems, building a future-ready, skills-based workforce has been a foundational strategy, positioning the company as one of the most mature examples in the field. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Sandra Loughlin, Chief Learning Scientist at EPAM Systems, to discuss the lessons EPAM has learned over its decades-long journey and how organisations can apply these insights to their own skills transformations. Together, they dive into:

• The structure and strategy behind EPAM’s skills-based evolution, shaped by 30 years of experience in skills management
• Common myths around skills-based organisations
• The importance of defining the work itself before pinpointing necessary skills
• Practical guidance on selecting the right technology to support skills-based practices
• Approaches to validating skills data, moving beyond self or manager assessments to more reliable data sources
• Insights on tailoring a skills strategy to different industries and functions, and determining when high-quality skills data is a must

This episode, sponsored by TechWolf, is essential for HR leaders seeking to drive business impact through robust skills data and build a truly future-ready workforce.

TechWolf is an AI-powered solution focused on one mission: delivering reliable skills data for every role and every employee in your organisation.

With TechWolf, companies like HSBC, GSK, IQVIA, Workday, and United Airlines have accelerated time-to-hire by 32%, boosted internal mobility by 42%, and saved around $1,000 per employee annually on talent management. Visit techwolf.com for more information.

Links to Resources:

• Sandra Loughlin: Sandra Loughlin
• TechWolf: TechWolf
• MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture
• Insight222: Insight222

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