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The Sirva Soundbites Podcast explores the latest trends and topics surrounding employee relocation and the future of work. Follow our subject matter experts and guest speakers as they discuss about everything related to talent mobility and human resources.
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Send us a text In this insightful episode, host Judee Duran (Director of Global Advisory Services at Sirva) sits down with Sadhana Bhide, Strategic Workforce Planning expert at Pearson, to explore how organizations can future-proof their workforce. They discuss the evolving role of HR, the integration of AI, and the importance of human-centered skills in a rapidly changing global landscape. From data-driven planning to fostering a culture of continuous learning, this episode is a must-listen ...
Send us a text Join host Judee Duran and guest, KPMG's Rajiv Thadani (30 years mobility veteran) as they dive deep into the complex intersection of global mobility and tax compliance. What You'll Learn: Managing different client types in tax complianceWhy the "digital nomad" dream isn't as simple as working from a beach in CancunCritical differences between personal income tax risk and permanent establishment (PE) riskReal-world case studies of post-pandemic mobility challenges and costly mis...
Send us a text What if the secret to global employee relocation success isn’t just in the planning—but in the landing? Join Sirva Soundbites host, Kate Rothwell, Renata Pereira and Darren Jackson as they uncover how destination services are transforming international relocations, helping employees thrive abroad and saving companies from costly assignment failures. Renata Pereira is Director of Direct Delivery Strategic Projects at Sirva. Based in France, Renata plays a pivotal role in driving...
Send us a text In honor of mental health awareness month, we have invited Dannielle Haig, Founder of DH Consulting to shed light on mental health in the workplace. In this episode, you will hear more about the different challenges prevalent in the workplace, identifying the signs and symptoms and some coping mechanisms to help you work through some of those big emotions. Dannielle Haig is a leading Business Psychologist, international speaker, and executive performance coach. Currently ...
Send us a text In this episode, join Sirva Soundbites host, Luc Innocent and Global Supply Chain Director, Mark Cooledge as they talk about where ESG is at in the current landscape and how different industries can better realize their ESG goals. Find out how talent mobility can support ESG objectives and how working with accredited suppliers can help you better build your ESG program. Key Takeaways: How to include ESG into your employee relocation program Using AI to create better ...
Send us a text Women are shattering glass ceilings and redefining what it means to be a leader. In this episode, we have invited Group Chief Sales & Marketing Officer and Managing Director at TÜV SÜD to share more about her personal career trajectory and life experiences. Join Sirva Soundbites host, Kate Rothwell and Liz Fendt, as they talk about what it takes to be a leader in the modern world, finding your true passion and the importance of maintaining your personal identit...
Send us a text In this episode, we have specially invited William (Bill) Kerr, D’Arbeloff Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School to talk about how global talent mobility can be a driving force for international growth. Bill will share more about the rise of talent clusters, return migration, the flow of knowledge and its impact on the economy. William Kerr is the D’Arbeloff Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Bill is Senior Associate...
Send us a text Join us for a candid and deeply personal conversation with Sirva Senior Vice Presidents, Hannah Richardson and Sally Tomte. They open up about the raw challenges of navigating the workplace, while offering invaluable insights into hurdles they've overcome and the strategies they've developed to successfully juggle motherhood and executive leadership. Hannah Richardson is currently the Senior Vice President of Sirva's Global Strategic Services. Hannah is responsible for a portfo...
Send us a text The US election has concluded, and several newly elected global leaders have initiated the implementation of legislative agendas. This juncture provides an opportune moment to revisit the "super election year" and, through the prism of immigration, analyze the realized changes and formulate strategic responses for the field of global mobility. Join Sirva Soundbites host, Emma Dodwell-Groves and Ray Rackham, Co-Chair at Newland Chase, as they reflect on what happened durin...
Send us a text Following a significant election year, the focus shifts to the geopolitical landscape, marked by escalating trade tensions and tighter border controls. Beyond these immediate concerns, a more insidious long-term risk for global organizations is the societal impact of changing demographics. UN data, highlighted in a McKinsey report, reveals a growing "youth scarcity" due to declining birth rates and aging populations in advanced economies. This demographic shift threatens ...
Send us a text We kick off the year with an episode focusing on India, one of the fastest growing economies and the most populous place on earth. Join Pooja Prithiani, Client Network Manager for APAC, and Sirva Soundbites host, Emma Dodwell-Groves, for a discussion on the surging popularity of India as an expatriate relocation destination. They will delve into key factors to consider before making the move to this vibrant country. Key Takeaways: Discover why India is fast becom...
Send us a text As 2024 draws to a close, Hannah Richardson, Senior Vice President, Global Strategic Services at Sirva together with Sirva Soundbites host, Emma Dodwell-Groves, reflect on key events and challenges global talent mobility leaders had to navigate through the super election year. Listeners will be able to understand in great detail how global election campaign results have driven greater polarization around the world and a spotlight on divisive topics that may impact mobility. H...
Send us a text In this episode of Sirva Soundbites, we invited Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Senior Director, Global Mobility, together with Soumya Raj Chakrahari and Sai Dronamraju from Microsoft to discuss about the possible impacts and opportunities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within global talent mobility. Join Sirva Soundbites host, Emma Dodwell-Groves and the Microsoft team as they dive into the strategic importance of AI in enhancing the global talent mobility function and how it s...
Send us a text In this episode of Sirva Soundbites, we explore the significant global immigration shifts driven by the "Super Election Year" of 2024. With elections taking place in the UK, EU, and the US, as well as key global regions, we examine how political outcomes are shaping immigration strategies worldwide. Ray Rackham, Senior Vice President, Global Client Solutions & Thought Leadership at Newland Chase, joins us to discuss the rising protectionist rhetoric, anti-immigrant sentim...
Send us a text Finding the right people in a massive global talent pool is hard. Having to retain talent after is an eternal conundrum that many organizations face. With shifting demographics, diversity coming into the spotlight, what attracts talent can vary hugely not only on the individuals, but the cultures and regions as well. In this episode, join Jon and Emma as they discuss how mobility can be leveraged to support global talent acquisition and retention of talent. Key takeaways:...
Send us a text The Paris Olympics and Paralympics might have ended but there are many important learnings talent mobility professionals can take away from these incredible human endeavors and apply to their roles in their organizations. In this episode, join Luc Innocent, our new Sirva Soundbites host and Emma as they explore the different themes and theories prevalent throughout the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics games that HR and talent mobility professionals will find useful. N...
Send us a text Change is the only constant in life. As cliché as that may sound, the reality really couldn't be further from that. Join Sirva Soundbites host, Jon Johnson and Kate Rothwell, Director of Global Account Management at Sirva as they discuss the types of organizational changes, their impacts on the employee population and how organizations can flex to adapt and thrive through these changes. Key takeaway from episode: The importance of stakeholder engagement and consistent commun...
Send us a text Intercultural and language training might not come across as an essential component of an employee's relocation plan and is often overlooked or removed from mobility policies. Unbeknownst to many, intercultural and language training has proven to benefit relocating employees beyond their assignment abroad. Not only do the skills picked up allow the employees and family members to navigate and thrive in a new cultural environment, it also help them understand cultural norms, c...
Send us a text Pride Month Special Join us in this pride month special episode where we explore the different challenges the LGBTQIA+ community face especially in the relocation process. You will hear true, real-life narratives around these experiences and the various coping mechanisms they have developed to overcome these difficulties. Reece Gordon-Mcdermant is a Customer Experience and Operations Manager at Sirva. He has more than 6 years of experience working within the different secto...
Send us a text Catch the World Environment Day special episode where Stephen Park from the International Mobility Centre at Schneider Electric shares about the organization's endeavors to reduce carbon footprint while taking its global talent mobility initiatives forward. Stephen Park is responsible for the talent mobility program for Schneider Electric in the Asia-Pacific region and previously held similar roles for other multinationals such as Fonterra and Cisco Systems. Schnei...
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