Thought Leadership and Research Podcasts

When you download our MP3 files you'll listen and learn about DDI's perspective on leading HR Trends. You'll hear from industry thought leaders on a wide range of topics that can impact your talent management decisions.

DDI 2009 - 2010 Podcast Series

Taking the Pulse of the Workforce
This podcast explores the findings and implications of DDI’s Pulse of the Workforce research and what organizations can do to engage and retain individual contributors.

Getting Learners Out of the Classroom: DDI's Approach to Virtual Learning
This podcast examines how organizations can overcome challenges associated with virtual learning and how they can use this method to create real change in leaders' behaviors.

In Your Leadership Pipeline, the Middle Matters!
This podcast discusses the increasingly complex role of mid-level managers, and what organizations can do to develop that often overlooked level.
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The Talent to "Break from the Pack"
GO editors recently sat down with best-selling business author Oren Harari about how organizations can avoid being stuck in “commodity hell,” what it takes to chart a path to success, and the importance of talent to making it all happen.

Leaders Without Sea Legs
This Podcast examines what it takes to be a successful leader in the face of today's economic challenges and how to help leaders get there.

Beyond a Seat at the Table: HR's Role in Business Strategy at Transocean
This Podcast examines how talent management plays a crucial role in business strategy at Transocean from the unique perspective of Steven Newman, the company's president and COO, who previously was an HR executive.

Holding Women Back: Why gender still matters on today's career ladder
This Podcast explains gender discrimination in the 21st century and debunks common gender myths about why women don't make it to top management roles-and offers some best practices to help female leaders succeed.

Are You Failing the Interview? Examining hiring concerns in a down economy
This podcast will examine the results of DDI’s recent study, "Are You Failing the Interview."

Taking Training Global at Phillips
Jef Pauwels, Vice President, Learning and Organizational Effectiveness for Philips, discusses how Philips has launched a successful global training structure.

Real Advice for Selecting Talent in Today’s Economy
This Podcast shares insights into selecting talent through bleak business times.

Rules of Employee Engagement in Challenging Time
This Podcast will explore ways to maintain and even enhance employee engagement when spending cuts, rumors, and workforce reductions can easily create a climate of fear and distrust.

Act Now to Position Your Workforce for Long-term Growth
This Podcast explores the importance of involving your up-and-coming talent in solving today’s business challenges and offers strategic advice for easing the pain of staff reductions.

New Rules for CEO Succession Management
Succession management expert Matt Paese shares insights on common mistakes and best practices around CEO Succession Management.
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