The HR Secrets People Don't Want You to Know

In this engaging podcast episode, Shawn Jahromi interviews Zach Cherian, a seasoned HR professional and executive coach with 25 years of industry experience.

Zach has worked with global giants like GE, Agilent, and HSBC, and holds a CP, HR certification. During the conversation, Zach shares insights on the critical role of HR in shaping company culture and aligning with executive leadership.

He emphasizes the importance of succession planning, the evolving nature of HR with technology, and the need to maintain the human element in HR practices.

The discussion also covers the challenges HR professionals face when dealing with CEOs who may not prioritize human capital initiatives, and the role of managers in employee development.

Zach also talks about the implementation of a Learning Experience Platform (LXP) in his previous role and its impact on employee learning and development.

The conversation concludes with Zach sharing how to connect with him on LinkedIn and his new venture, Cornerstone Talent Partners.

Key Takeaways:
- The importance of HR and executive leadership alignment for company success.
- The evolving role of HR and the integration of technology, with a caution against losing the human touch.
- The significance of manager involvement in employee development.
- Insights on succession planning and the benefits of bringing in external talent for key roles.

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnjahromi/
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Connect with Zach Cherian on LinkedIn for more insights on HR and executive coaching. https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachcherian/

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