The Human Factor Podcast by SAP

Jan 16 2025 52 ep. 51 mins 3

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The Human Factor Podcast series hosted by Michael Esau (Global HXM Value Advisory) and Simon Humphreys (Global HXM Solution Advisory) will be exploring topics, trends, challenges, and opportunities facing organisations today. Listen as Michael and Simon explore with their guests including HR leaders, influencers, experts, authors, and advisors from inside and outside of the SAP ecosystem their insights, experiences, and guidance on relevant topics from the world of work. On each episode, they will be discussing in detail with guests the topics and themes that challenge and inspire us every day and their impact on the success and sustainability of our organisations. All episodes are available via popular podcast platforms including SoundCloud, iTunes, and Spotify. www.sap.com/uk/hxm

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The Human Factor Podcast Episode 52: The Fundamentals of Leadership - Execution, Performance and Standards with Dave Kline

Jan 16 2025 63 mins

In Episode 52 of The Human Factor, we delve into the core of leadership, focusing on execution, performance and standards —topics that shape the future of work. Despite ongoing discussions, global engagement remains low, and many are searching for new opportunities. Why is this the case, and how can leaders change it? We’re excited to welcome Dave Kline, who brings invaluable

The Human Factor Podcast Episode 51: Buzzing Not Burning with Christine Armstrong

Dec 17 2024 56 mins

How can we take greater control over the conditions of our lives to ensure? How can we better understand the factors that influence our wellbeing on a day-to-day basis and what can organisations do to improve this? Christine Armstrong joins us on the Human Factor Podcast to share unique insights on this important topic. In this episode of 'The Human Factor', Christine Armstrong sh

The Human Factor Podcast Episode 50: The Era of Digital with Tony Harlow

Nov 18 2024 55 mins

In Episode 50 of The Human Factor Podcast, we explore 'The Era of Digital' with music industry veteran Tony Harlow. From CDs to streaming, the digital shift has revolutionized how talent is found, music is consumed, and revenue streams are built. Tony shares insights on adapting to global disruption, balancing long-term talent development, and connecting with audiences in a digital

The Human Factor Podcast Episode 49: Helping Others with Audrey Forest Fonteneau

Oct 16 2024 52 mins

We all have heard of The Red Cross. We’ve seen the famous logo on the news in conflicts around the world. Unfortunately, they are an ever-present on the news these days. But what drives someone to run into danger when the bombs and bullets are flying around? How do you manage an organisation and its employees who are in harms way on a regular basis? Whilst we sit at comfortable d

The Human Factor Podcast Episode 48: The Value of Voice with Sally Winston

Sep 12 2024 62 mins

In this episode, we explore the concept of "Voice" and its critical role in understanding and responding to stakeholder sentiments. We'll dive into the importance of sentiment analysis, effective listening strategies, and how to overcome common barriers to truly capturing and interpreting valuable insights. Join us as Sally Winston shares top tips and practical advice on

The Human Factor Podcast Ep 47: Living and Thriving with Dyslexia - Jamie Waller

Aug 20 2024 55 mins

Around 1 in 10 of the world’s population is affected by Dyslexia (and other reports suggest maybe 1 in 5), with around 3% seriously affected by it. There have been many famous, accomplished people with Dyslexia, including Tom Cruise, Mohammed Ali, Richard Branson, Pablo Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci and not forgetting The Fonz, Henry Wrinkler. But what is it, and what is it like to

The Human Factor Podcast Ep 46: The Power of Brand Advocacy with Catrin and Osian Jones

Jul 17 2024 50 mins

As Catrin and Osian have grown the business and built a team – we have many questions. How have they managed to espouse what Crwst meant to them to the people now working for them – how have they built the skills, established the standards & consistency of experience and created brand advocacy and employee advocacy – there is much for us to learn, debate and discuss!

The Human Factor Podcast Ep 45: AI for HR

Jun 18 2024 59 mins

The world of technology has been supercharged recently with Artificial Intelligence capability. That said, AI has been around for far longer than most of us appreciate but it has really exploded into the market place in the last couple of years, and really starts to demand an answer to the question – “where will this take us?” The big question though is what can we really d

The Human Factor Podcast Ep 44: Dave Ulrich – The Development and Evolution of HR

May 15 2024 66 mins

Wind the clock forward to 1995 and our guest today made a contribution to the evolution and progression of the HR organisation that is still accepted, utilised and debated today. The Ulrich Model. A model designed to help HR think and organise itself to maximise contribution and support the more strategic elements of the business strategy. A model adopted by many organisations but

The Human Factor Ep 43: Performance through Art

Apr 17 2024 71 mins

Guest Celyn Jones brings to light how those human factors combine to create great performances, and we are looking forward to exploring these factors from his perspectives as an actor, a screenwriter and as a producer.