Rudi Bauer & Katharina Baehr
The HR Revolution: Breaking Free from Policies to People Experience
#1about 4 minutes
Identifying outdated practices in traditional HR
Many HR departments are stuck in old-fashioned mindsets and need leadership support to embrace a modern, people-focused approach.
#2about 3 minutes
Shifting from HR policies to people experience
The modern people experience mindset moves from a cost-centric view to a benefits-focused approach that treats HR as a strategic partner for individuals.
#3about 4 minutes
The role of individualization and AI in HR
Modern leadership must adapt to individual employee needs, using technology and AI to automate administrative tasks and create more time for people.
#4about 1 minute
Three core principles of modern leadership
Effective modern leadership involves rejecting one-size-fits-all approaches, building teams with diverse strengths, and serving the team rather than being served by it.
#5about 8 minutes
Creating a supportive dynamic between leaders and teams
Leaders can foster team loyalty and innovation by providing protection, space, and freedom, while teams must be open to new ways of working.
#6about 4 minutes
Leveraging AI to create more human moments
AI should be viewed as a supportive tool to handle research and administrative work, ultimately freeing up HR professionals to focus on meaningful human interactions.
#7about 5 minutes
Why HR needs a strategic seat at the C-suite table
To drive long-term success, the people strategy must be directly connected to the overall company strategy, requiring a Chief People Officer at the executive level.
#8about 3 minutes
Overcoming the biggest showstoppers to HR transformation
The primary barriers to modernizing HR are a lack of top-down management support and resistance to change from employees accustomed to old processes.
#9about 2 minutes
The strategic value of authentic employer branding
True employer branding is a strategic function that supports retention, shapes culture, and attracts talent by presenting an authentic employer identity.
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