The HR Dialogues

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• #46 | Team Building at Work: How Play Improves Collaboration and Performance 18.06.2026 32мин

  Get HR leadership insights delivered to your inbox 👉 https://aihr.ac/437JpB6 ___________________________________ Can play really transform team performance, engagement, and culture at work? Discover how HR leaders can use play-based learning to unlock collaboration, trust, and better business outcomes. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Diet...
• #45 | Why Training Metrics Don’t Prove Impact 14.05.2026 32мин

  Why do traditional training metrics fail to show business impact? A learning expert shares key insights for HR on how to measure what truly matters and prove the value of learning. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, learning strategist and data expert. Together, they unpack the limitations o...
• #43 | Adaptive Strategy in Practice: Why Execution, Culture and People Matter 09.04.2026 33мин

  Why do traditional training metrics fail to show business impact? A learning expert shares key insights for HR on how to measure what truly matters and prove the value of learning. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, learning strategist and data expert. Together, they unpack the limitations of ...
• #42 | Why AI and Employee Wellbeing Need to be Discussed Together 26.02.2026 25мин

  Is your organization truly prioritizing wellbeing or just handing out another app? Discover key insights from a bestselling author and wellbeing advocate on how businesses must embrace systemic change to truly support employee wellness in the modern workplace. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Ryan Hopkins, Chi...
• #41 | Why AI Maturity Is More About People Than Technology 04.12.2025 32мин

  How are organizations using AI, and what does AI maturity look like in practice? Discover key insights from a seasoned AI expert on navigating adoption, measuring impact, and building responsible, human-centered AI strategies. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Eryn Peters, co-founder of the AI Maturity Index. T...
• #40 | Making the Deal Work: The Strategic Role of HR in Mergers and Acquisitions 27.11.2025 32мин

  How can HR drive value before, during, and after a merger or acquisition? Get actionable insights for navigating M&A with confidence, clarity, and impact from a seasoned HR executive and educator. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Andrew Bartlow, Founder of People Leader Accelerator and veteran HR leader. Tog...
• #39 | Psychological Safety: What It Really Means for HR and Leadership 30.10.2025 32мин

  What does psychological safety really look like in today’s dynamic workplace? And how can HR play a role in shaping cultures where trust, authenticity, and feedback thrive? Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist as he sits down with Michelle Fields, former VP of HR at AIHR, to unpack the complexities and realities of psychological safety across modern organizations. In this episode, Dieter and Michelle explore how psychological safety impacts te...
• #38 | Building Influence in HR: Strategies for Connection 28.08.2025 31мин

  What makes a great leader in today's evolving workplace? Find out how a workplace psychologist and executive coach breaks down why strong relationships make better leaders, teams, and cultures. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Dr. Karen Bridbord, Chief Talent Officer and licensed psychologist. D...
• #37 | How to Build a Business-first Strategy 31.07.2025 29мин

  How can HR leaders design impactful strategies and prepare for a future with AI-powered teams? Find out how the co-founder of a talent intelligence platform builds business-led HR strategies that truly deliver results. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Avinash Kohli, co-founder at intalent.ai, to...
• #36 | Where HR Goes Next: Skills, AI and the Power of Being Human 26.06.2025 26мин

  What are the biggest trends influencing the HR environment and how can HR practitioners prepare for the future of work? An experienced professor shares key insights on AI, leadership, and the evolving workforce. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Professor Marc Miller. Together, they explore HR's ...
• #35 | Self-managed Teams: Freedom, Responsibility and Everything In-Between 01.05.2025 32мин

  How can self-managed teams stay accountable and ensure alignment with organizational goals? An experienced professor in Human Resource Management shares key insights on the essential factors to make self-managed teams work. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Bex Hewett, Associate Professor in Huma...
• #34 | Frontline Employee Engagement: What Workers Really Need from Employers 27.03.2025 35мин

  How can businesses truly understand and engage frontline workers? The CEO of a mobile app for frontline workers shares key insights on meeting employee needs and boosting engagement. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Cristian Grossmann – CEO & co-founder of Beekeeper, a mobile-first app that co...
• #33 | AI for HR and Business: Where to Start and How to Succeed 27.02.2025 23мин

  How can businesses start integrating AI into HR? The CEO of a technology-driven startup and AI advisor illustrates the importance of transparency, trust, and the right mindset in order to support AI adoption across the business. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Sophia Matveeva – CEO & founder ...
• #32 | Inclusion in the Workplace: Building Cultures Where Everyone Thrives 20.02.2025 39мин

  How can organizations create a truly inclusive environment where everyone can grow? Join Dr. Dieter Veldsman as he speaks with organizational effectiveness and DEI expert Amri B. Johnson about building inclusive workplaces. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Amri B. Johnson – organizational effectiv...
• #31 | Setting Boundaries in HR: How to Manage Expectations 13.02.2025 30мин

  How can you set boundaries and manage expectations in HR? Find out how a seasoned HR executive, with nearly two decades of experience, delivers responsive HR support while maintaining clear boundaries on when HR should step in to address people-related queries. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with L...
• #30 | How to Structure Your HR Department for Growth 06.02.2025 40мин

  How do you structure your HR department for growth? Find out how an experienced HR adviser at Learngility navigates through different inflection points of scaling start-ups. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with JooBee Yeow – an adviser to start-ups, educator, speaker, writer and entrepreneur at Learng...
• #29 | Innovating Performance Management for Business Impact 30.01.2025 40мин

  How can HR professionals revitalize performance management to drive employee engagement and business success? Find out how Talent Management Strategist and Consultant Megan Bickle shifts the focus from evaluation to development and growth. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Megan Bickle - Talent Man...
• #28 | How Talent Mobility and Employer Brand Experience Drive Success 23.01.2025 36мин

  Want to create an organizational culture of mobility and career growth? Find out how The Walt Disney Company fosters an organization where employees are engaged, satisfied, and eager to grow their careers. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Dayana Falcon – Senior Manager, Career Infrastructure and E...
• #27 | What’s Next for the Modern Workplace? 16.01.2025 33мин

  How do you ensure your HR practices are future-proof? Find out how a director of talent, organization, and digital AI uses tech and people to align with a rapidly changing industry. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits with Vinay Singh, director of future of work at NTT, to discuss how HR professionals can...
• #26 | Why Corporate Universities Are an Essential Learning Strategy 09.01.2025 33мин

  What is a corporate university, and is it the right choice for your organization? Learn about the benefits of corporate universities, different approaches to implementing a corporate university, and more. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR's Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode of The HR Dialogues, Dr. Dieter Veldsman is joined by Debra Dee Bradford — Senior Consultant and Adjunct Profes...