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HR Leaders

Chris Rainey
Artificial Intelligence
Employee Engagement
Human Resources
Leadership
Leadership Development
Employee Experience
People Analytics
Mental Health
AI In HR
Generative AI
HR Technology
Workplace Culture
Talent Acquisition
Culture
Change Management
Company Culture
Employee Well-Being
Learning and Development
Psychological Safety
Employee Development

Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether ... more

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Latest Episodes

How does Primark develop frontline leaders and help colleagues build careers within the business?

John D. Hadeed, Senior Vice President, People & Culture, US at Primark, joins Chris Rainey to share the career conversations, training and leadership h... more

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The meeting ends. Everyone nods. Then the real conversation starts without the CEO.

For HR leaders, that puts you in a difficult spot.

You hear the concerns. You see the friction. But how do you tell someone at the top that their own behaviour migh... more

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What if the biggest barrier to better work is not a lack of technology, but unclear priorities, inconsistent ways of working and disconnected teams?

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I sit down with Sandra Ma, Co-Founder and Chief Executive... more

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What if the strongest workplace culture is not built through expensive perks, but through the everyday systems that make people feel seen, supported and able to grow?

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I sit down with Laura Lawson, Chief Peo... more

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Recent Guests

Andrea Petrone
Executive coach and advisor to CEOs, speaker and author of “Reinvention at the Top.”
Episode: What Nobody Tells Your CEO: 7 Leadership Lessons for HR
Sandra Ma
Co-founder and chief executive officer of Jovial
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Episode: 5 Mistakes Every Company Needs to Fix Before Adding Another AI Tool
Richard H., Jr.
Co-founder and chief design officer of Jovial
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Episode: 5 Mistakes Every Company Needs to Fix Before Adding Another AI Tool
Chester Elton
Author focused on mental health and burnout at work
Author of Breaking Burnout
Episode: 5 Hidden Burnout Risks for High Achievers
Joshua Horenstein
Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer at Innophos
Innophos
Episode: Why the Best Executives Won’t Stay in One Function
Josh Klein
HR and talent professional with Comcast background
From Here Collective (guest)
Episode: How to Become the HR Leader CEOs Actually Listen To
Lewis Brown
HR leader with Comcast background
From Here Collective (guest)
Episode: How to Become the HR Leader CEOs Actually Listen To
Maharukh Dalal
Executive coach who helps leaders align identity with business outcomes
Episode: How High Performers Beat Imposter Syndrome at Work
Josh Newman
VP of Skills and Talent Readiness at ServiceNow
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Episode: How to Get Your Team to Actually Use AI at Work

Host

Chris Rainey
Host of HR Leaders Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Loved that ep with Scott!

    Hi Chris, that conversation with Scott was gold. The stat you mentioned was alarming - that only 50% of managers feel confident to have a ‘wellbeing’ conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mav Dallarte
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast on HR!

    If you’re in workplace management, this podcast is a no brainer and a must listen! Chris and his guests provide practical and valuable advice and cover so many topics from inclusivity to workplace communication to vulnerability in leadership. Chris is consistently thought provoking and insightful. Don’t think about it - subscribe now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooke Strauss
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Informative and easy to listen to conversations with diverse guests which are so engaging for anyone working in and with teams.

    Let’s hope that so many of the forward-thinking ideas are implemented by as many companies as possible - as soon as possible.

    Thank you and up the great work, Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidJJo
    Spain3 years ago
  • Do not miss this if you are a HR pro!

    I love the way Chris conducts his interviews- they feel like conversations between friends, that just so happen to be about workplace topics and issues that correlate directly to the work that I do. He’s so approachable to listen to and gives great, actionable takeaways for professionals at all levels. Don’t miss this one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachelabauer
    United States3 years ago
  • Listen and lead!

    HR professionals - meet your new favorite podcast! Chris has created an incredible resource for you with HR Leaders. Hear from industry experts as they discuss challenges, present solutions, and share their insights into what’s next in HR.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise actionable, practical HR guidance and diverse guest perspectives.
Audience notes the show covers a broad range of timely topics from culture to AI, with strong guest quality.
The host is described as thoughtful and engaging, with conversations that feel accessible and relevant to HR pro roles.

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What Nobody Tells Your CEO: 7 Leadership Lessons for HR
Q: What advice would you give to CHROs, CPOs that want to become a CEO?
Petrone advises HR leaders to build a tangible business case showing how people development and culture contribute to performance, and to develop a strong understanding of the business.
What Nobody Tells Your CEO: 7 Leadership Lessons for HR
Q: Do you think you can be a successful CEO and still be a poor leader?
Petrone says that the command-and-control leadership style may once have been compatible with business success, but leadership expectations have shifted toward humility, vulnerability and openness.
5 Mistakes Every Company Needs to Fix Before Adding Another AI Tool
Q: What's the role of HR in all this?
Richard H., Jr. says HR should focus on people and help create workplaces where employees feel engaged and proud of their work. Sandra Ma adds that HR needs to understand the business and what teams need to succeed.
5 Mistakes Every Company Needs to Fix Before Adding Another AI Tool
Q: What can organizations do better to improve meetings after the meeting?
Sandra Ma recommends clarifying the meeting's goals and desired outcomes, inviting the right participants, and creating appropriate opportunities for people to contribute. She also notes that some conversations belong in smaller groups.
How to Build an Employee Listening Strategy
Q: For those starting this journey, what are the big challenges and what would you advise?
Start with executive alignment and stop treating listening as a soft activity. Establish an ownership model where leaders across the organization are responsible for acting on feedback and closing the loop with timely communication, so employees see that their input drives real change.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HR Leaders

What is HR Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on strategic HR leadership, exploring how HR functions evolve from administrative to business-critical, with a strong focus on culture, leadership, and the integration of AI and technology into people operations. Episodes frequently feature CHROs, Chief People Officers, and senior HR thinkers from a mix of sectors (tech, manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare) discussing talent strategy, performance, burnout, and scalable people programs. Noteworthy angles include remote-work culture, AI-enabled HR tooling, and practical playbooks for leadership development, culture shaping, and workforce planning that aim to drive measurable business outcomes. The format tends to blend practical case studies with forward-looking conversat... more

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Recent guests on HR Leaders include:

1. Andrea Petrone
2. Sandra Ma
3. Richard H., Jr.
4. Chester Elton
5. Joshua Horenstein
6. Josh Klein
7. Lewis Brown
8. Maharukh Dalal

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