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Artificial intelligence and agile operating models are redefining how future-forward businesses operate. From breaking down silos and rethinking leadership roles to preparing workers with the right skills, this conversation with Chris Mulh, partner and managing director at AlixPartners, explains what leaders need to know to build organizations that will succeed in 2030 and beyond — and how to start preparing today.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why culture, leadership, and hierarchies are the biggest barriers to transformation.  What the AI-enabled corporation of 2030 will look like, and how it will operate.  How executives can align strategy, governance, and skills to prepare teams for the future of work.  Resources from this week's episode -   SHRM’s 2025 CHRO Priorities and Perspectives report: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/chro-priorities-perspectives   Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Reasoning AI is transforming the way businesses make decisions, manage workflows, and augment human talent. This conversation with Ron Green, CTO of KUNGFU.AI, breaks down the differences between generative and reasoning AI, and what leaders need to know to leverage AI responsibly while preparing for the future of work.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How agentic AI can create new business capabilities beyond automation. Strategies to balance adoption with caution and keep humans in the loop.  How reasoning AI will impact workforce augmentation, bias, and ethical decision-making  Practical advice for leaders to embrace, adapt, and focus on ROI.  Resources from this week’s episode -     AI + HI Specialty Credential: https://www.shrm.org/shop/product.html/shrm-ai-hi-specialty-credential-p     Join us at The AI + HI Project in 2026: https://conference.shrm.org/ai-hi-project  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Corporate espionage is now a daily reality for modern enterprises. From cyber theft and supply chain infiltration to insider threats, the risks facing executives today are multiplying faster than ever. This conversation with Dale Buckner, CEO of international security firm Global Guardian, explores how nation-state tactics are moving into the private sector, and why leaders must increase due diligence and integrate security across people and systems. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why corporate threats now extend far beyond phishing training and include both physical and digital risks. How due diligence in hiring and supply chains demands deeper scrutiny than ever before. Why “trust but verify” is the new baseline for managing employees and external partners. How silence on sensitive issues can damage credibility as much as taking the wrong stance. Resources from this Week's Episode Certification: Active Shooter Basic Awareness https://www.shrm.org/shop/product.html/active-shooter-basic-awareness-individual  Toolkit: Managing Through Emergency and Disaster https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/tools/toolkits/managing-emergency-disaster   Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Employer dissonance is eroding workforce trust, weakening employee engagement, and unraveling productivity across organizations. Structured ambition, the traditional path for career growth, is breaking down, leaving leaders struggling to meet employee expectations and retain top talent. In this conversation, Dr. Alex Alonso, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at SHRM, explains what leaders need to know to rebuild trust, close the gap on employee expectations, and prepare their organizations for the future of work.  In this episode, you’ll learn:   How unmet expectations impact employee productivity.  Why employer dissonance is the easiest way to guarantee organizational failure.  Actionable strategies to rebuild workforce trust and align culture with action.  How to overcome legacy systems and cultural resistance to drive lasting organizational change.  Resources from this Week's Episode -  Become the catalyst your organizations needs for cultural change: https://www.shrm.org/shop/product.html/senior-hrbp-catalyst-for-cultural-change  Drive sustainable change and align talent strategy with business goals: https://www.shrm.org/shop/product.html/organizational-development  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Effective change leadership is essential for successfully managing organizational change. From overcoming change fatigue to building collaborative teams, this conversation with professional speaker Glenn Anderson explores what it takes to lead through constant transformation.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  The difference between change management and change leadership — and why both are essential. How to balance innovation with proven practices, avoiding change for its own sake. Practical strategies for communicating vision, boosting morale, and building trust — especially for remote and hybrid teams.  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

From the way we solve problems to how we handle discomfort, AI is reshaping how we work and how we think. This conversation with Elaine Chung, CEO of Beyond the Change, explores how executives can strengthen critical thinking, connection, and adaptability in an AI-driven workplace.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How AI is reshaping our brains and transforming the way we approach problem-solving.  Why overreliance on algorithms threatens resilience and growth.  Practical ways leaders can help teams embrace discomfort and complexity.  Resources from this Week's Episode -   The Illusion of Authenticity: Rethinking What it Means to be Ourselves at Work and Why it Matters, by Elaine Chung [https://www.amazon.com/Illusion-Authenticity-Rethinking-ourselves-matters/dp/B0F4B889FV]  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Workplace trust is the foundation of strong organizational cultures. From everyday acts that slowly erode trust, to strategies for building transparency and accountability, this conversation with Minda Harts, bestselling author and workplace consultant, breaks down how leaders can strengthen psychological safety and respect in the workplace.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why trust erosion often stems from miscommunication, not malice.  How transparency and accountability encourage psychological safety and build trust.  Strategies to rebuild and reset trust in remote and multigenerational workplaces. Resources from this week’s episode –   Talk to Me Nice: The Seven Trust Languages for a Better Workplace by Minda Harts: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250339980/talktomenice    Difficult and Political Conversations in the Workplace, SHRM, 2024: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/difficult-and-political-conversations-in-workplace   Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz  ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r  This episode is sponsored by SHRM Summer of Learning.

Language barriers and cultural misunderstandings quietly erode productivity, collaboration, and career advancement opportunities. As global and multilingual workforces expand, business leaders must rethink how they build inclusive communication strategies that go beyond literal translation. This conversation with ⁠Erika Tedesco⁠, learning and development leader at CTDI, explores how AI-driven language tools can help bridge communication gaps, boost employee engagement, and strengthen leadership pipelines.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to use AI-driven language tools to address cultural nuances that traditional translation might not pick up on.  How leadership visibility in language learning can build trust and inclusion.  Practical ways to integrate human connection into tech-enabled communication. Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: ⁠https://shrm.co/voegyz⁠   ---  Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: ⁠https://shrm.co/coy63r⁠

Pandemic preparedness improves long-term workforce resilience and business continuity. From building community trust to investing in employee health and wellbeing, this conversation with Sarah Rauzin, Director and Lead of Research & Advisory at Meteorite, breaks down what business leaders must do to prepare for the next global health crisis — and why those same strategies strengthen your organization today.  In this episode, you’ll learn: What the next outbreak could look like, and why your COVID-19 plan likely won’t work. How to build resilience by investing in disaster and emergency response infrastructure. Practical steps to future-proof your workforce and business strategy. Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Recent Supreme Court rulings and shifting employment laws are reshaping risk, compliance, and workforce strategy. From navigating high-impact cases like Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services to preparing for rising litigation and state-level regulations, this conversation with employment law expert Joe Beachboard breaks down what you need to know to protect your organization and lead with clarity in an era of legal uncertainty. In this episode, you’ll learn: How recent Supreme Court decisions are reshaping labor relations, DEI, and retiree benefits. Why HR and legal must break down silos to manage emerging risks like multi-state compliance and AI. What leaders can do now to future-proof policies and prepare for the next wave of legal challenges. Resources from this week’s episode - SHRM employment law and compliance resources: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/employment-law-compliance Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Leadership is being redefined in the age of social media and AI. This episode explores how these forces are accelerating the shift from command-and-control leadership to one rooted in authenticity and trust. Charlene Li, New York Times best-selling author and CEO of Quantum Networks Group, offers practical insights into: How to create followership and lead movements with authenticity. The risks and rewards of maintaining an online presence as a leader. Strategies for balancing personal boundaries with digital visibility. Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

As artificial intelligence and automation reshape the workforce, fear of displacement is driving widespread uncertainty. From strengthening employee trust to building human infrastructure and AI literacy, this conversation with Beena Ammanath, Global Head of the Deloitte AI Institute, offers business leaders insights into what it takes to responsibly implement AI and foster workforce confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: What trustworthy AI looks like in practice. Why human-centered adoption and AI literacy are critical to success. How forward-looking companies are equipping their workforces for AI-powered transformation. Resources from this week’s episode - https://www.shrm.org/content/dam/en/shrm/topics-tools/research/jobs-at-risk-brief.pdf  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Explore how fair-chance hiring can transform workplaces. From breaking down misconceptions about justice-impacted individuals to creating meaningful opportunities for reintegration, this conversation with Ken Oliver, CIO of The Just Trust, dives deep into how business leaders can redefine second chances at work — and why it’s a win-win for individuals, organizations, and communities. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why stigma around justice-impacted individuals persists — and how to overcome it. The difference between performative policies and transformative practices. Tactical steps business leaders can take to implement responsibly second-chance hiring. Resources from this week’s episode -  https://www.shrm.org/about/press-room/shrm-foundation-clarvida-announce-partnership-champion-inclusive-hiring-through-untapped-talent-initiative  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Discover how generative AI is reshaping creativity, collaboration, and decision-making in the workplace. From rethinking outdated brainstorming methods to overcoming human bias with data-driven tools, this conversation with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, explores how leaders can unlock more inclusive and innovative thinking without leaving human judgment behind. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why traditional creative thinking falls short in modern organizations The benefits of asynchronous brainstorming for idea generation Ways to use AI as a strategic partner in innovation and collaboration Resources from this week’s episode - https://www.shrm.org/executive-network/insights/people-strategy/the-death-of-brainstorming-fall-2024  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

As emerging technologies accelerate and competitive pressure mounts, today’s leaders face a pivotal moment in digital transformation. SHRM Chief Transformation Officer Andy Biladeau joins the podcast to unpack how disciplined AI adoption, evolving systems architecture, and the need for agile leadership are reshaping how organizations operate. Learn how to align your culture, mindset, and infrastructure to stay future-ready—and discover what steps leaders can take now to build resilient, adaptable teams. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why agility, not just speed, is key to successful tech adoption. How systems architecture is redefining operating models. The critical skill shifts HR and business leaders must prioritize now. Resources from this week’s episode -  CHRO Priorities and Perspectives, SHRM, 2025:https://www.shrm.org/content/dam/en/shrm/topics-tools/research/shrm-chro-priorities-perspectives-research-report.pdf Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

How can leaders safeguard their team’s productivity and maintain workplace civility during turbulent times? This conversation with Jim Link, CHRO for SHRM, explores strategies to build resilience, foster stability, and create cultures that withstand stress from external social, political, and technological upheaval. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why leadership clarity and workplace structure matter now more than ever How to lead with empathy while navigating conflict and complexity Four cultural pillars that sustain teams through uncertainty Resources from this week’s episode – SHRM Civility Index, Q1 2025 Results: https://www.shrm.org/content/dam/en/shrm/topics-tools/topics/civility/starter-kit/shrm-q1-2025-civility-index-abstract.pdf  Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz -- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Explore how retirement readiness and succession planning impact your organizational resilience. From building internal talent pipelines to capturing institutional knowledge before it disappears, this conversation with Peter Cappelli from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, breaks down what business leaders need to know to future-proof their workforce — and how to take action before it’s too late. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why traditional succession planning often fails in today’s uncertain world How to preserve institutional knowledge before key talent retires Ways to balance long-term planning with short-term performance pressures Resources from this Week's Episode – https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/news/hr-magazine/succession-planning-critical-uncertain-times Managing the Older Worker: How to Prepare for the New Organizational Order: https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Older-Worker-Prepare-Organizational/dp/1422131653   Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Caregiving takes many forms — childcare, eldercare, spousal support — but not all are equally acknowledged in the workplace. On this episode of Tomorrowist, host Jerry Won sits down with Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of SHRM Linkage, to examine the disproportionate burden of caregiving and its impact on careers, especially for women. Drawing from her own experiences as both a CEO and caregiver, Oates-Forney discusses actionable strategies for leaders to foster a culture of accountability, flexibility, and support that empowers all types of caregivers in the workforce. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why caregiving bias persists in workplace policies and culture How different types of care are treated unequally — and why it matters The one thing leaders can do tomorrow to create more supportive, flexible work environments Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

Is your organization adopting AI — or just chasing it? On this episode of Tomorrowist, host Jerry Won speaks with Arturo Ferreira, Cofounder of The AI Report, to unpack where enterprise AI adoption often goes wrong — and how leaders can get it right. From reinvesting time saved through automation to navigating the “AI arms race” with purpose and discipline, this conversation breaks down what business leaders need to know about AI transformation, and what’s coming next. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Ferreira advises leaders to “move slow to move fast” with AI adoption How disciplined integration creates long-term organizational value Which business functions are most primed for AI disruption  His predictions for the evolving role of HR in an AI-driven future, and more Resources from this week’s episode –  Register for Arturo Ferreira’s sessions at SHRM25: https://registration.events.shrm.org/flow/shrm/shrm25/public-catalog/page/catalog/session/1744919954572001ZpXQhttps://registration.events.shrm.org/flow/shrm/shrm25/public-catalog/page/catalog/session/1744833025741001XiDO Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r

A changing labor force demands new solutions — and immigration is at the center of the conversation.  On this episode of Tomorrowist, host Jerry Won speaks with Justin Ladner, SHRM Senior Labor Economist, to explore whatshifting immigration policies and demographics mean for the future of work. From evolving visa programs to surprising workforce trends, this conversation breaks down what business leaders should watch for in immigration and labor policy to stay ahead of disruption. In this episode, you'll learn: How immigration patterns have changed since the pandemic — and why they matter now more than ever. Why foreign-born workers are increasingly critical to filling labor and skill shortages as the U.S. population ages. Key questions executives need to ask about immigration policy and its impact on workforce planning, regional expansion, and even DEI strategy. Resources from this week’s episode – SHRM Research: The Role of Foreign-Born People in the US Labor Force https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/the-role-of-foreign-born-people-in-the-us-labor-force Subscribe to Tomorrowist to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/voegyz  --- Explore SHRM’s all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r