Workplace Stories by RedThread Research

De: Stacia Garr & Dani Johnson
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  • At RedThread, we love our data, but we know that what you remember is stories. So we spend time listening to thinkers, writers, leaders, and practitioners as they tell their stories about what works in the workplace, what they’ve learned, and what they hope to see in the future. We hope you find it inspirational, motivational, and a touch irreverent.
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Episódios
  • Simplifying Leadership: Coca-Cola’s Approach to Manager Effectiveness with Tapaswee Chandele
    Feb 5 2025
    We sat down with Tapaswee Chandele, Senior Vice President of Global Talent Development and System Partnerships at Coca-Cola, to talk about what it really takes to help managers succeed.

    She’s direct, transparent, and refreshingly honest about the challenges leaders face today—and what companies need to do to make things simpler. From setting clear expectations to measuring what matters, Tapaswee breaks down the way Coca-Cola supports managers without overcomplicating the process.

    One of the huge takeaways for us was the idea of prioritization: cutting through the noise and focusing on just a few key things that actually move the needle. Tapaswee also shared some thought-provoking perspectives on culture, manager accountability, and why companies need to be intentional about the kind of leaders they develop and reward.

    Oh, and we got into how AI could be a game-changer for taking boring admin work off managers’ plates so they can spend more time on what actually matters—like leading their teams.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Intro [0:00]
    • How Coca-Cola Defines Manager Effectiveness [4:45]
    • Embedding Leadership into Culture and Processes [10:10]
    • Why Manager Effectiveness Is Declining [15:00]
    • Supporting Managers with Data and Feedback [21:00]
    • Using AI to Simplify Managerial Work [30:10]
    • Rethinking Leadership Roles and Rewards [38:00]
    • Measuring Manager Effectiveness at Coca-Cola [43:10]

    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Radical Candor by Kim Scott
    • BetterUp – A coaching platform focused on leadership and professional growth
    • Future of Jobs Report 2023 by the World Economic Forum
    Connect with Tapaswee Chandele
    • Tapaswee Chandele on LinkedIn
    Connect With Red Thread Research
    • Website: Red Thread Research
    • On LinkedIn
    • On Facebook
    • On Twitter

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    47 minutos
  • The Future of HR: Stacey Harris Shares the 2025 Trends You Can’t Ignore
    Jan 22 2025
    In 2025, the HR landscape is already transforming–quickly. With AI moving from hype to reality, workforce cultures evolving, and organizations pausing to get their data and systems in order, leaders face both big opportunities and bigger decisions.

    To truly make sense of it all, we sat down with Stacey Harris, Chief Research Officer at Sapient Insights Group, whose decades of experience as both a practitioner and industry analyst give her a grounded, data-backed perspective on what HR teams need to focus on right now.

    From the rise of personalization and the cultural barriers blocking internal mobility to the critical role of managers and why workforce planning is finally having its moment, Stacey gave us a clear-eyed view of where HR is heading—and what’s holding it back.

    She challenged us to think differently about what “engagement” truly means, the limitations of current AI applications, and why a company’s culture—not its tech—might be the biggest obstacle to success in 2025.

    If you’re ready to make sense of this rapidly changing landscape and get practical advice on how to navigate the year ahead, Stacey’s insights are the perfect guide.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • Intro [0:00]
    • Meeting Stacey Harris [4:26]
    • 2025 Trends in HR Tech [7:08]
    • AI in HR: Hype vs. Reality [9:06]
    • The Data Problem and Internal Mobility Challenges [12:47]
    • Managers as Barriers and the Role of AI [18:00]
    • Rethinking Engagement and Personalization [23:54]
    • Workforce Planning’s Evolution [38:20]
    • Final Thoughts and Why Stacey Does the Work She Does [42:00]
    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Sapient Insights Group – Sapient Insights Group Website
    • Sierra-Cedar HR Systems Survey
    • Lightcast
    Connect with Stacey Harris
    • Connect on LinkedIn
    Connect With Red Thread Research
    • Website: Red Thread Research
    • On LinkedIn
    • On Facebook
    • On Twitter

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    44 minutos
  • L&D Tech: What’s In and Out through an Investor’s Lens
    Jan 8 2025
    Most organizations waste money on L&D technology because they don’t think like investors. We sat down with Kimberly Williams, CEO of Absorb Software, to talk about her unique perspective on learning and development technology. As someone with a private equity background, Kimberly offers a fresh take on how investment thinking can shape smarter decisions in the L&D space.Our conversation covered everything from AI’s role in upskilling to trends driving workforce productivity. Kimberly shared practical advice for leaders making tech investments and gave us a behind-the-scenes look at how organizations can align learning tools with real business outcomes.

    You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
    • How Kimberly’s Background Ties L&D to Investments [2:41]
    • Major Trends Shaping People Tech [3:54]
    • AI’s Role in Upskilling and L&D Tech [6:07]
    • AI Integrating Learning Into Work [8:30]
    • If L&D Is Becoming More Strategic [10:20]
    • Corporate L&D as a Consultative Role [13:10]
    • Creating Measurable Value in L&D [15:20]
    • Exciting Investments in People Tech [28:00]
    • Evaluating Vendors’ Stability and Growth [34:40]
    • Lessons From Mistakes Were Made [42:52]

    Resources & People Mentioned
    • Absorb Software
    • Harvard Business Review – Article that touches on the “half-life of skills”.
    • "Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me)" by Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson
    • Coach Mike Krzyzewski (Coach K)
    Connect with Kimberly Williams
    • Find Kimberly Williams on LinkedIn
    Connect With Red Thread Research
    • Website: Red Thread Research
    • On LinkedIn
    • On Facebook
    • On Twitter

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