The People Factor Podcast with Thomas Kohler

The People Factor Podcast with Thomas Kohler & Yeliz Castillo
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In today’s episode Ralph Linde, former top manager at Volkswagen AG and Head of Group Development, presents his new German-language book “Das Gefälle dieser Tage”. It covers a range of topics from the closed society and the importance of transformation to the challenges of relationships and the restlessness of modern life. Thomas & Ralph reflect on the role of stories, communication and the impact of poetry on personal and social life. They also emphasise the need to have faith in people and to value the importance of memories and experiences.

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In this podcast episode, Thomas and Christoph Zöller, founder & CEO of Instaffo, talk about the future of recruiting, the role of AI and the challenges facing the recruiting market. Listen in now!

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Welcome to “The People Factor,” where we explore the role of the people function in driving business success.

We will dive into top organizations’ strategies, tactics, learnings & failures to drive strategic objectives impacted by the people function.

Thomas chats with industry experts and thought leaders about news, the latest trends and best practices related to develop an organization.

Tune in to “The People Factor” to learn how to unlock the full potential of your team and organization.

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Matt & Yeliz share their insights on building great teams, drawing from his extensive experience in leadership roles within the corporate and military sectors. They talk about the importance of understanding team dynamics, the need for clear communication, and the role of leadership in fostering a culture of empowerment and accountability. Tune in!

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Yeliz and Mathew Middlemass delve into the importance of mental health, discussing its relevance to everyone and the societal changes surrounding it. They explore the impact of social media, the challenges of modern life, and the necessity of establishing boundaries with technology.

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Navid Nazemian helps executives and leadership teams transition smoothly into new roles. He is the author of Mastering Executive Transitions – The Definitive Guide, a #1 new release and international bestseller. With experience across five countries and six sectors, he coaches C-level leaders on executive transitions. His two-decade HR career spans top global companies in emerging and developed markets. Recognized as HR’s Most Influential Practitioner by HR Magazine, he has been ranked #1 Coach globally by CEO Today for three consecutive years and received multiple prestigious awards

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Yeliz and Milena discuss the evolving landscape of recruitment, emphasizing the importance of empathy, technology, and effective communication. They explore how the recruitment process has shifted post-COVID, the role of AI, and the challenges recruiters face in providing feedback and understanding candidate needs. The discussion also touches on the balance between personal and professional life in the demanding field of recruitment.

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Your host: Thomas Kohler

Podcast Host | Founder & CEO of pplwise GmbH

He started his HR career in recruiting at a Viennese B2B fintech and subsequently led talent acquisition departments at two Unicorns. Within the last six years, he scaled organizations from 50 to over 3,000 employees across Europe. He then founded pplwise to help companies achieve their growth goals. pplwise specializes in recruiting & consulting in HR.