The People Factor Podcast with Thomas Kohler

Rudi Bauer was Managing Director of StepStone Austria from 2014 to the end of 2019 and also Chief Evangelist of StepStone Group from 2018 to 2020. He now has 29 years of management and leadership experience in the telecom, IT and advertising industries. In addition to his current role as CCO and Managing Director at WeAreDevelopers.com, he is also co-founder of the Vienna-based agency active concepts, focusing on corporate culture, coaching, strategy consulting and team development.

The tech industry, especially in the DACH market, is witnessing rapid transformations. The podcast episode of “The People Factor” with CTO coach Stephan Schmidt offers profound insights into how CTOs can manage these changes. This blog explores the nuances of goal setting, the pivotal role of CTOs in tech organizations, and the emerging influence of AI in software development.

In the ever-evolving landscape of tech companies, particularly in the DACH region, HR departments face unique challenges. The recent episode of “The People Factor” with Jamie Turner sheds light on a significant issue plaguing HR professionals: change fatigue. As tech companies transition from pre-seed to IPO stages, managing this fatigue becomes crucial for sustainable growth and employee well-being. Her strengths cover diverse areas such as global applications of HR practices on local levels, implementing effective core processes of People Operations, integrating competency management into the daily business of managers and long-lasting leadership development approaches. Jamie is Berlin-based, with her husband and children. They enjoy exploring new cultures and rarely miss a Dodger baseball game!

Axel is a Munich native with a strong track record in talent acquisition, having honed his skills at renowned companies like Personio, Intel, and Comites. With nearly a decade of experience, he now contributes his expertise to DEDIQ, a private equity investment firm specializing in medium-sized enterprises poised for profitability or already thriving. Axel’s career journey reflects his commitment to fostering success and growth in the business world.

In today’s dynamic business landscape, talent acquisition is more than just a buzzword; it’s the backbone of any successful company. But how do tech companies, especially in the global market, ensure they’re recruiting the right talent? How do they foster a culture that not only attracts top-tier professionals but also retains them?

In today’s rapidly evolving corporate world, managing a global workforce presents unique challenges and opportunities. For organizations like Körber, with a substantial employee base of around 13,000, strategic workforce planning is pivotal.

In the evolving landscape of Human Resources (HR), generative AI emerges as a transformative force, reshaping traditional practices and introducing new paradigms in people and organizational management. Renowned experts like Julian Kirchherr, with extensive experience in guiding public sector and healthcare transformations, highlight the profound impact and potential challenges of integrating generative AI into HR functions.