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Behind the Buzzwords of HR Transformation with Sarah Smart

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IN THIS EPISODE...

Meet Sarah Smart, the co-founder of HorizonHuman. Sarah leads initiatives in HR transformation and AI-driven talent strategies.

In this conversation, she discusses how emerging technologies and evolving business needs reshape HR. Sarah emphasizes the critical role of AI literacy, user-centered design, and strategic decision-making in successful HR tech adoption. Furthermore, she explores common implementation pitfalls, such as overlooking user experience, and highlights the value of a design thinking approach. Looking ahead, Sarah foresees a rise in tech-savvy CHROs, agentic AI, and blended workforces.

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Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://BlendedWorkforcesAtWork. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Sarah”)

If you love this show, please leave us a review. Go to http://RateThisPodcast.com/blended Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

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ABOUT SHOCKINGLY DIFFERENT LEADERSHIP (SDL):

This podcast is brought to you by Shockingly Different Leadership, the go-to firm companies trust when needing to supplement their in-house HR teams with contract or interim HR, Learning, and Culture experts to assist with business-critical People initiatives during peak periods of work. Visit https://shockinglydifferent.com to learn more.

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WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:

1. What challenges do HR teams face when adopting new technologies?

2. How can AI help improve HR processes?

3. What is the importance of user experience in HR tech implementation?

4. Why should companies define KPIs before using new technology?

5. What are some common mistakes in HR tech implementation?

6. Why is strategic decision-making critical in leadership?

7. How can leaders learn from their mistakes?

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FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:

[03:44] Sarah's Professional Journey and Co-Founding Horizon Human

[07:08] Horizon Human's Approach to HR Transformation

[14:05] Challenges and Best Practices in HR Tech Implementation

[18:59] Signature Segment: Sarah's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Future Trends in HR Transformation

[25:05] Signature Segment: Sarah's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Strategic Decision Making

[27:33] Contact Information

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Content provided by Karan Ferrell-Rhodes and Shockingly Different Leadership, Karan Ferrell-Rhodes, and Shockingly Different Leadership. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Karan Ferrell-Rhodes and Shockingly Different Leadership, Karan Ferrell-Rhodes, and Shockingly Different Leadership or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

IN THIS EPISODE...

Meet Sarah Smart, the co-founder of HorizonHuman. Sarah leads initiatives in HR transformation and AI-driven talent strategies.

In this conversation, she discusses how emerging technologies and evolving business needs reshape HR. Sarah emphasizes the critical role of AI literacy, user-centered design, and strategic decision-making in successful HR tech adoption. Furthermore, she explores common implementation pitfalls, such as overlooking user experience, and highlights the value of a design thinking approach. Looking ahead, Sarah foresees a rise in tech-savvy CHROs, agentic AI, and blended workforces.

------------

Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://BlendedWorkforcesAtWork. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Sarah”)

If you love this show, please leave us a review. Go to http://RateThisPodcast.com/blended Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

Be sure to:


ABOUT SHOCKINGLY DIFFERENT LEADERSHIP (SDL):

This podcast is brought to you by Shockingly Different Leadership, the go-to firm companies trust when needing to supplement their in-house HR teams with contract or interim HR, Learning, and Culture experts to assist with business-critical People initiatives during peak periods of work. Visit https://shockinglydifferent.com to learn more.

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WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:

1. What challenges do HR teams face when adopting new technologies?

2. How can AI help improve HR processes?

3. What is the importance of user experience in HR tech implementation?

4. Why should companies define KPIs before using new technology?

5. What are some common mistakes in HR tech implementation?

6. Why is strategic decision-making critical in leadership?

7. How can leaders learn from their mistakes?

------------

FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:

[03:44] Sarah's Professional Journey and Co-Founding Horizon Human

[07:08] Horizon Human's Approach to HR Transformation

[14:05] Challenges and Best Practices in HR Tech Implementation

[18:59] Signature Segment: Sarah's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Future Trends in HR Transformation

[25:05] Signature Segment: Sarah's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Strategic Decision Making

[27:33] Contact Information

  continue reading

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