Beste Cultures Of The World Podcasts (2025)

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#11 B&P - How to Lead the AI Transformation in an Ethical Way 40:33

6d ago40:33

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This week on the Bots & People Podcast, Nico talks with Jean Enno Charton, Director of Digital Ethics & Bioethics at Merck Group. They discuss: What are ethical frameworks and how do they actually work? Why ethical challenges in AI aren’t always about the tech—they’re about the people using it Why long-term thinking is crucial when dealing with the…

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#24 Shaping the Future Together: Empowering People for a Better Tomorrow @GEA 41:14

18d ago41:14

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In this episode of Share the Best, host Patrik Rendel welcomes Cindy Benzing from GEA to explore how people drive success in a global organization. As one of the world’s leading system suppliers for food, beverage, and pharmaceuticals, GEA knows that business growth starts with its employees. Cindy shares how HR fosters a thriving work culture, emp…

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Inside Facebook - Performance Hacks and the Importance of Culture 26:40

1M ago26:40

26:40

With Facebook being one of the most powerful and valuable companies today, this episode of the Sparkr Podcast examines the values, principles and performance hacks which are essential to the company's success and how it moves forward into the future.I had the great pleasure to talk to Timo Pelz from Facebook about the company's culture and mindsets…

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Erfolgsfaktor Design - Wie Firmen ihre Designfähigkeit verbessern mit Jan-Erik Baars 1:48:41

1M ago1:48:41

1:48:41

Mit Design den Firmenwert um 40% steigern? Das geht und Jan Erik Baars weiss wie. Jan-Erik war über 20 Jahre bei Philipps praktizierender Designer und wurde auch Mitglied der Geschäftsführung. Heute untersucht er als Professor für Designmanagement an der Universität Luzern die Erfolgsfaktoren von Design und vermittelt Firmen als Verwaltungsrat oder…

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Cyber Security - Bedrohungslage und Schutzmassnahmen für Firmen mit Nicolas Mayencourt 2:25:01

1M ago2:25:01

2:25:01

Wenn Cyber Kriminelle zusammen eine Volkswirtschaft bilden würden, entstünde dabei die drittgrösste Volkswirtschaft der Welt direkt hinter den USA und China. Cyber-Kriminalität und Cyber-Risiken gehören zu den drängendsten Problemen der Welt, denn der digitale und der Cyber-Raum durchdringen unsere Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft komplett: von kritisch…

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How Quantum Computing Can Shape Our Future With Damir Bogdan Of QuantumBasel 1:01:38

1M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

This episode is an insightful deep dive into the fascinating world of quantum computing - a technology platform with the potential to revolutionize how we tackle climate change, the discovery of new medicine or new materials and many more applications throughout the business world and society.My guest is Damir Bogdan, the CEO of QuantumBasel. Quant…

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High-Performance Teams at NASA and Leadership Lessons with Thomas Zurbuchen 41:40

1M ago41:40

41:40

In this episode I had the privilege to talk to the leader who enabled hyper complex projects and teams with thousands of people to succeed and literally reach for the stars.I‘m talking of none other than astrophysicist Prof. Thomas Zurbuchen. Till the end of 2022 he was the Chief Scientist at NASA and with that arguably the most powerful scientist …

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Creating Breakthroughs - How to Transform, Grow & Innovate with Bestselling Author Adam Alter 1:18:42

1M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

Adam is a professor for Marketing at the Stern School of Business at New York University and author of multiple insightful books such as „Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked“ or his latest work „Anatomy of a Breakthrough: How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most“. On September 7th he’ll be one of the …

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Building Google, Hiring Talent and Innovation Culture with Employee No. 8 Urs Hölzle 42:55

1M ago42:55

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Sometimes small decisions are life changing. Urs Hölzle, a Swiss computer scientist, made such a decision without knowing when he became the 8th employee of Google back in the late 1990s.For the past two decades, he was responsible for building what might be the most impressive infrastructure ever created.You all know the services that run on the i…

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Bitcoin und Blockchain - Innovation, Irrtümer und Relevanz mit Professor Fabian Schär 1:31:54

1M ago1:31:54

1:31:54

Für die einen ist Bitcoin und Blockchain ein Heilsversprechen; für die anderen eine spekulative Klimakatastrophe. Eine konstruktive Einordnung der bedeutenden Innovation wird mit Sicherheit irgendwo dazwischen liegen.Viel wird über Bitcoin & Co. geschrieben. Doch oft nicht mit der ausreichenden Differenzierung oder Offenheit, um sich der Technologi…

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Wolfgang Beltracchi über Kunst, NFTs und einen 450 Millionen Dollar Fake 1:18:01

1M ago1:18:01

1:18:01

In dieser Episode des Sparkr Podcasts hatte ich das Vergnügen, mich mit dem berühmt berüchtigten Künstler Wolfgang Beltracchi zu unterhalten.Wolfgang Beltracchi ist ein deutscher Künstler und ehemaliger Kunstfälscher. Über 40 Jahre malte er Gemälde in der künstlerischen Handschrift bekannter Maler aus vier Jahrhunderten. Anerkannte Kunstexperten, i…

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Batterien - eine Schlüsseltechnologie für die Nachhaltigkeitsrevolution 1:38:07

1M ago1:38:07

1:38:07

Was haben Batterietechnologie, Piraten und Elektroautos miteinander zu tun? Wir erfahren es im Gespräch mit Christian Ochsenbein - einem Öko-Abenteurer, Elektoringenieur und Leiter des Swiss Battery Technology Centers. Das Technology Center ist Teil des Switzerland Innovation Parks in Biel und dient als Plattform, wo Forschung und Praxis zusammen k…

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Better with Less - The Power of Frugal Innovation with Navi Radjou 1:16:17

1M ago1:16:17

1:16:17

Frugal innovation is a mindset and innovation approach that has its origins in the developing world where amazing innovations and products are developed in the most difficult of environments. In this episode, you‘ll get to know numerous inspiring examples of frugal innovation from India, Africa and beyond.That said, the power of frugal innovation c…

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Innovation in der Verwaltung - Hinter den Kulissen des Corona Rettungsprogramms 1:27:30

1M ago1:27:30

1:27:30

Diese Episode des Sparkr Podcasts möchte ein Zeitdokument sein und handelt von unsichtbaren Held:innen in der Schweizer Verwaltung, welche einen der grössten Wirtschaftseinbrüche der Schweiz seit dem zweiten Weltkrieg abfederten, als sie innert weniger Wochen das Corona Rettungsprogramm in Form von Notkrediten an die Schweizer Wirtschaft konzipiert…

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Explorer Bertrand Piccard - A crisis is an adventure you refuse 50:46

1M ago50:46

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Bertrand Piccard is an exceptional person. As adventurer, explorer and psychiatrist he flew around the world with the Orbiter 3 balloon which was the longest flight in human history and outcompeted famous billionaire Richard Branson when doing so. After breaking records with Orbiter 3, Bertrand Piccard set out to push the boundaries of the impossib…

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Productivity Tips and Self-Management Systems (Special Episode) 24:51

1M ago24:51

24:51

In this special episode of the Sparkr Podcast, I set out to find practical self-management methods, productivity tips and other approaches that help me to reduce stress and to cope better with high demands. As Bruce Lee once said: «Don't wish for an easy life, wish for the ability to handle a difficult one.»Usually I'm in conversation with an excit…

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Fredy Knie über seine Führungsphilosophie und die Leidenschaft für den Zirkus 41:23

1M ago41:23

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Die Zirkus-Dynastie Knie gehört seit über 200 Jahren zu den ältesten und führenden Zirkusunternehmen Europas. Seit fast 30 Jahren liegt das Unternehmen in den Händen der Zirkus-Ikone und Gast dieser Sparkr Podcast Episode: Fredy Knie.Fredy Knie wurde u.a. durch seine Pferdedressur weltbekannt und ist heute der Verwaltungsratspräsident der Schweizer…

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Sustainability - Insights from a fascinating researcher and social entrepreneur 1:13:56

1M ago1:13:56

1:13:56

Welcome back dear listeners to this next episode of the Sparkr Podcast where it is my pleasure to talk to bright and inspiring people about their mindsets and insights on important topics from the world of entrepreneurship, technology, innovation or leadership.This time I talked to Ulrike Pfreundt who's a smart and passionate ocean biologist turnin…

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Digitalisierung, Disruption und Innovation - Rezepte für Schweizer KMU 52:37

1M ago52:37

52:37

Die Swisscom unterhält im Silicon Valley einen Outpost, um neuste Trends zu erkennen und Brücken über den Atlantik zu bauen.Im Sparkr Podcast erzählt Lukas Peter, Chef des Outposts, was zum Erfolgsrezept des Silicon Valley gehört und worauf es ankommt, damit auch Schweizer KMU in der digitalen Welt erfolgreiche sein können.Wir reden über Innovation…

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Ottmar Hitzfeld über Leadership, gute Entscheidungen und Krisenmanagement 32:22

1M ago32:22

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Ottmar Hitzfeld ist die Fussballlegende schlechthin im deutschsprachigen Raum. Als Fussballspieler und Trainer hat er unzählige Erfolge gefeiert aber auch bis heute unvergessene Niederlagen erlitten.Im Sparkr Podcast erzählt Ottmar Hitzfeld was er in seiner 40-jährigen Karriere gelernt hat. Wir reden über seine Führungsphilosophie, die ihm zahlreic…

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Inside the Mind of a Unicorn Investor 1:06:16

1M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Daniel Gutenberg has an amazing track record as a business angel and investor. He invested early in Facebook or super-hot start-ups like Israel's Mobileye which got acquired by Intel for over $ 15bn earlier this year. Daniel Gutenberg can say with confidence that he is specialized in unicorns since has more than 10 of them in his portfolio. In this…

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How Innovation Ecosystems Change Business 57:48

1M ago57:48

57:48

If you are innovating, working with start-ups or are generally open minded regarding the evolution of business practices, I am sure you’re familiar with the idea of ‘ecosystems’. Sooner or later digitalization transforms every industry as well as its customer expectations; and ecosystems can be a great strategy to face that change and make the most…

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Why Every Business Is People Business 50:08

1M ago50:08

50:08

In the age of Google and other powerful search tools, finding the right answer becomes increasingly easy. What grows as a challenge on the other hand, is asking the right questions to cut through the abundance, the noise, the BS and actually move the needle – be it as an innovative entrepreneur, as a CEO, strategist, team leader or personal friend.…

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The Power of Storytelling, Design Thinking and Serendipity 1:35:32

1M ago1:35:32

1:35:32

In this entertaining and insightful episode of the Sparkr Podcast we talk about the power of stories, why they are crucial for your organization and personal life, how you craft a great, persuasive vision and much much more. This episode will inspire you as a professional and as an individual because we are all happier and more successful if we get…

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How to Hire, Build and Enable Creative Teams 1:02:04

1M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

“Having ideas is the best thing humans do”, says Horacio “Chacho” Puebla. Chacho is the Chief Creative Director of LOLA – a creative and strategically driven advertising agency with a Latin spirit and global reach. Their clients include top brands such as Burger King, Magnum, Rexona and new kids on the block like 9Gag. As a part of the MullenLoewe …

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The Next Economy, Transforming Businesses and Lifelong Learning 1:31:50

1M ago1:31:50

1:31:50

For this latest episode of the Sparkr Podcast I had the opportunity to spend time with Ian Charles Stewart – serial-entrepreneur, investor, photographer, Olympic athlete, art enthusiast and most famously co-founder of the leading tech and innovation magazine WIRED.In our conversation we talked about how he’s been learning new skills and approaching…

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What is 5G and why does it matter? 16:46

1M ago16:46

16:46

Welcome to this special episode of the Sparkr Podcast. It's the first edition of a new series called "Executive Briefings". In these briefings you learn everything you need to know about significant technologies, innovations and more. The first edition is dedicated to the 5G technology.5G is the fifth generation of the mobile connectivity standard …

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Jean-Claude Biver über wahren Erfolg und was wir von Hippies lernen können 35:52

1M ago35:52

35:52

Jean-Claude Biver ist ein Phänomen. Kaum ein Unternehmer ist so charismatisch und energiegeladen wie er, der während vier Jahrzehnten die Schweizer Luxusuhrenindustrie massgeblich geprägt hat.Hublot oder Blancpain sind Beispiele führender Manufakturen und Marken, die Biver zu ihrer heutigen Stärke gebracht hat. Auch Marketing-Coups für Firmen wie O…

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Künstliche Intelligenz & die Folgen für Mensch, Gesellschaft & Wirtschaft 1:09:36

1M ago1:09:36

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In dieser Episode des Sparkr Podcast, wo spannende Ideen zu Technologie, Innovation, Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft diskutiert werden, spreche ich mit Thomas Ramge; einem viel beachteten, einflussreichen und preisgekrönten Technologie Journalisten und Author von Büchern wie "Reinventing Capitalism in the Age of Big Data".Mit ihm habe ich ein philosoph…

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Becoming Digital and the Future of Journalism at The Washington Post 1:17:08

1M ago1:17:08

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Von Christian Lundsgaard-Hansen | Sparring Partner for Leadership, Innovation and Strategy | Visit www.sparkr.ch

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The Future of Work & Open Innovation with Prof. Pamela Hinds from Stanford 42:56

1M ago42:56

42:56

Globalization, automation, the rise of the gig economy... The way we work and what “work” itself means will change significantly in the years to come and remarkable transformations are up ahead.One person who’s been thinking about and studying the future of work for decades is Prof. Pamela Hinds, Co-Director of the Center on Work, Technology, and O…

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Resilienz und Widerstandskraft stärken mit Erkenntnissen aus der Forschung 1:14:14

1M ago1:14:14

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Der Begriff der Resilienz stammt ursprünglich aus der Materialforschung. Übertragen auf den Menschen oder auf Organisationen kann Resilienz übersetzt werden mit der Fähigkeit, einem Druck oder einem Stress standhalten zu können, allfällige Schäden reparieren zu können oder von vornherein der übertriebenen Belastung vorzubeugen.Eine Koryphäe in der …

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#23 Leading with purpose: Creating a human-centric workplace @ Top Employers Institute 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

In this episode of Share the Best, host Nathalie Medard speaks with Paola Bottaro, People Director and member of the Executive Board at Top Employers Institute, about creating a human-centric workplace. They explore how the company’s innovative HR practices, including the “Add Your Own Value” concept and initiatives like volunteer time off and sabb…

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#10 B&P - Innovating Learning & Development in Pharma: Tools, Trends, and AI Adoption 31:11

3M ago31:11

31:11

Stacy Hubiak is a veteran in Learning & Development with 25+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Currently the Head of R&D Learning and Development at Organon, Stacy chats with Nico and shares her insights on: Building intuitive, role-specific learning ecosystems. How generative AI is revolutionizing training and upskilling in pharm…

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#9 B&P - The Future of AI in Enterprises: Building a Culture 38:47

3M ago38:47

38:47

We talk with Andreas Welsch —author of AI Leadership Handbook and What’s the Buzz podcast host— about actionable AI adoption strategies for enterprise organizations. Nico and Andreas discuss: How to align AI projects with real business problems and goals. The synergy between process automation and AI. How to overcome resistance to AI in large organ…

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#22 Empowering teams, fostering success: Culture @ PepsiCo 39:20

4M ago39:20

39:20

Premiere on “Share the Best”: In this episode, host Patrik Rendel talks to two guests for the first time, namely two dynamic leaders from PepsiCo: Kerstin Eiternick, HR Director DACH & Supply Chain Northern Europe, and Max Münch, National Key Account Manager. Together, they pull back the curtain on PepsiCo’s thriving culture, the “PepsiCo Way,” and…

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#21 Revolutionizing Recruitment: AI's Role @ John Deere 36:30

4M ago36:30

36:30

In the latest episode of "Share the Best," host Patrik Rendel talks with Tanja Knickel, Global HR Director of John Deere, in an engaging conversation on the intersection of HR and artificial intelligence. Tanja, with nearly 20 years of experience at John Deere, shares her unique journey from a finance and accounting background to leading HR, emphas…

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#20 Purposeful careers @Reckitt 39:40

5M ago39:40

39:40

In this episode of "Share the Best", host Patrik Rendel speaks with Miriam Seel, Talent Acquisition Manager DACH & Nordics at Reckitt, to explore how the company embeds purpose into every aspect of its work culture. Miriam shares insights on Reckitt's global mission, the creation and impact of their Purpose Council, and how it has driven meaningful…

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#8 B&P - Beyond the Hype: Realizing AI's Potential in Bayer's SCM 50:57

6M ago50:57

50:57

We sit down with Frank Giroux, Manager of Digital SCM Transformation at Bayer, a global leader in pharmaceuticals. Frank reflects on his 24-year journey at Bayer, highlighting what keeps him engaged and motivated. He shares how Bayer is integrating generative AI into its supply chain processes and discusses strategies for balancing long-term digita…

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#19 Kultur im Zentrum der Digitalisierung: Mitarbeiter-Retention bei Deichmann 37:12

7M ago37:12

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In dieser Episode von "Share the Best“ trifft Host Patrik Rendel auf Christina Böhme, sie ist VP People and Culture bei Europas größtem Schuheinzelhändler Deichmann. Im Gespräch mit Patrik gibt Christina einen tiefen Einblick in ihre Karriere und die Besonderheiten, die Deichmann als Arbeitgeber auszeichnen. Sie betont die Bedeutung der Unternehmen…

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#7 B&P - The Three Pillars of a Data-Driven Organization: A Blueprint by Evonik | Dr. Sven Bettermann, Global Head of Digitalization for Evonik 50:29

7M ago50:29

50:29

We sit down with Dr. Sven Bettermann, Global Head of Digitalization at Evonik, a worldwide leading company in specialty chemicals. Sven shares his journey from a plant management role to leading the company's digital initiatives, highlighting how digitalization is crucial in optimizing Evonik's chemical processes and driving innovation across the b…

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#6 B&P - The Learning Culture Revolution: How to Develop a Skilled Workforce | Dr. Thomas Tillmann, CEO & Co-Founder of LernHacks 44:57

8M ago44:57

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Join us in this episode as Thomas Tillmann, co-founder of LernHacks, delves into the transformative power of cultivating a strong learning culture within organizations. Continuous Learning: Discover actionable strategies to embed ongoing education seamlessly into your company’s daily operations. Employee Engagement: Learn how to enhance career grow…

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#18 Always a good experience: Employee Life Cycle @ DHL 40:30

9M ago40:30

40:30

Join host Patrik Rendel on this episode of "Share the Best" as he chats with Florian Bumberger, CHRO of DHL eCommerce. Florian has spent nearly two decades at DHL, shaping the way the company supports and engages its employees across the globe. Dive into the conversation as Patrik and Florian explore the unique challenges and successes of managing …

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#17 A Fresh Take: New insights, new horizons, and the new World of Work Trends Report 23:30

9M ago23:30

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Welcome to the premiere episode of season two of "Share the Best“. This season, we’re taking a fresh, more international approach, with episodes primarily in English to accommodate our global audience. Join us as Host Patrik Rendel introduces Nathalie Medard, our insightful new co-host. With a background in psychology and a rich career spanning HR …

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#5 B&P - Das L&D Wunder: Stackfuel's Rezept für eine 90%-ige Abschlussquote | Leo Marose, CEO von Stackfuel 41:41

9M ago41:41

41:41

In this german-speaking episode, our guest Leo Marose shares his open secret on how his company achieves an impressive 90% completion rate in its learning programs. He also discusses the strategies that make Stackfuel a leader in the digital education landscape and lets you know how your organization can benefit from these approaches. Key insights …

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#4 B&P - Why Your Digital Adoption Strategy is Failing: The Key to Digital Readiness | Thomas Jenewein, Digital Ambassador & Business Development Manager for SAP 45:46

10M ago45:46

45:46

"We must think about adoption in a broader sense; it's not only about usage but also about impacting our business models, processes, and roles." SAP's Thomas Jenewein dives in on why your digital adoption strategies are failing. And, if you're on the wrong track, how to correct the course. Here's what you can expect from this episode: SAP Training …

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#3 B&P - Winning the Digital Race: How to Transform Successfully - Now! | Sarah Lawton-Duma, CEO of kloeckner.ci 50:56

10M ago50:56

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This episode with Sarah Lawton-Duma, CEO of kloeckner.ci asks the question: Digitalization is running - are you keeping up? A must-listen for those looking to accelerate digital transformation effectively. Key highlights include: Rapid Transformation: Sarah shares her strategies for quick digital integration, focusing on incremental changes that al…

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#2 B&P - Navigating a "Digital-First" World: Lessons from a CIO | Ales Drabek, CIO & CDO of Lampenwelt 46:08

11M ago46:08

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In this episode, CIO & CDO Ales Drabek unveils the essence of steering digital transformation and L&D. From his transition from nuclear physics to CIO, Ales discusses balancing innovation with foundational tech, leveraging AI for efficiency, and the critical skills for future leadership. Dive into Ales's strategies for modernizing tech landscapes a…

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#16 Eine Gemeinschaft voller Talente: Talent Acquisition bei T-Systems 36:16

11M ago36:16

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In dieser Episode von „Share the Best“ tauchen wir mit Markus Berndt, VP Global Recruiting bei T-Systems, in die faszinierende Welt der Talentbeziehungen ein. Markus, der eine reiche Erfahrung aus dem Bereich Werbung und Marketing in die Talentakquise mitbringt, teilt im Gespräche mit Host Patrik Rendel tiefe Einblicke in die strategische Bedeutung…

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#1 B&P - Wie treibt man eine digitale Transformation voran? | Stefan Latuski, CIO der Bundesagentur für Arbeit 48:39

11M ago48:39

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In this (german-speaking) episode, Stefan Latuski, CIO of Bundesagentur für Arbeit, unveils the strategic initiatives propelling the public agency toward becoming one of Europe's most modern public service providers in the labor market. Tune in to witness: - a candid discussion on the balance between innovation and human-centric change management -…

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