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The Meg and Amy Show Episode 29 | Jason Averbook on 4 Forces Reshaping Work: Why AI Transformation Isn't About Technology🚀 Jason Averbook reveals the 4 forces creating the biggest change HR has ever seen—and why 95% of AI projects are failing. This isn't about technology; it's about trust, engagement, and fundamentally rethinking how work gets done. ⚡ THE 4 FORCES RESHAPING WORK: 1. Engagement is slipping (trust in companies at all-time lows) 2. Jobs and skills are changing rapidly 3. Early career on-ramp is broken 4. AI is being pushed into unprepared organizations 🔑 KEY INSIGHTS: - We're asking people to change while wearing "uniforms they don't trust" - AI transformation is a people problem, not a technology problem - Most companies are trapped in...

2025-12-1955 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP17: Why Career Advice No Longer WorksIn this timely solo episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook takes on a feeling many people are struggling to name. A sense that the usual paths around education, careers, and work no longer feel clear, especially as families come together during the holidays. Drawing from conversations with executives, parents, students, and mid career professionals, Jason explains why this moment is not about jobs disappearing or people falling behind. It is about the loss of a shared map for how we plan our futures. Questions that once had straightforward answers no longer do. What should I study? Is college still...

2025-12-1923 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP16: The New AI Gap: What Leaders Aren’t Seeing YetWhat if your organization is already running on a new operating model—and no one realizes it yet? In this third solo episode, Jason unpacks two major reports from OpenAI and NTT Data and explains why they signal the biggest shift in how work gets done since the internet. He breaks down the invisible rewiring happening across enterprise workflows, the widening gap emerging between workers who use AI and those who don’t, and why HR must now become the architects of augmented work. This episode is a practical, urgent call for leaders to rethink how they design work, empower thei...

2025-12-1115 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP15: Why Education Must Change Now — and How Work-Based Learning DeliversWhat if the most important shift in education isn’t more degrees — but earlier, real-world experience? In this conversation, Jason sits down with Alexandra Levit, renowned futurist and author, and Stephanie Loeck, VP of Strategic Development at GPS Education Partners, to discuss their groundbreaking new book, Make School Work. From redefining what “success” looks like to bridging the broken signal between schools and employers, this conversation uncovers why the traditional college-or-bust mindset is becoming obsolete, how students can build confidence and agency through real-world experiences, and what needs to change—urgently—to prepare the next generation for the world ahead. Guest Bio...

2025-12-0447 min

HR Tech 2025 Why Most Companies Aren’t Ready for AI with Jess Von Bank and Jason AverbookThis series was recorded live at HR Tech 2025 inside the HR Executive studios on the expo floor in partnership with the WRKdefined Podcast Network. Make sure you’re subscribed to the full series and visit HRExecutive.com for the news, analysis, and insights shaping the future of work. AI hype is loud, messy, and often misguided. Jess Von Bank and Jason Averbook cut through the noise and get right to the uncomfortable truth. Most companies aren’t ready for AI because they haven’t fixed the basics: broken systems, outdated processes, and low organizational literacy. This conversation gets into the heart of...

2025-11-2625 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP14: The November 2025 Reckoning: The Four Forces Reshaping Work Right NowIs the world of work experiencing a normal cycle—or are we in the middle of a true workforce reckoning? In this solo episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook breaks down the four converging forces that are reshaping work faster than organizations can respond: collapsing workforce engagement, real-time job and skills restructuring, and the breakdown of the early-career pipeline. Jason calls this moment the “November 2025 Reckoning”—not because of hype, but because the data, signals, and lived experiences from leaders around the world show that organizations are hitting a wall. And it’s not AI causing the storm; AI is only ac...

2025-11-2023 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP13: From Reactive to Ready — with Alexandra Zea, HR Digital Transformation Leader at MercerAs technology and AI reshape how organizations work, what happens when we react too late? In this episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook sits down with Alexandra Zea, HR Digital Transformation Leader at Mercer, to talk about the danger of waiting for certainty before acting — and how to make sure people don’t become the collateral of change. Drawing on her experience helping organizations rethink HR strategy, operating models, and digital transformation, Alex shares why readiness isn’t about speed alone — it’s about balance, governance, and leading with humanity as technology accelerates. Guest: Alexandra Zea is an HR D...

2025-11-0632 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP12:Leading with Humanity in the Age of AI — with Patricia Frost, EVP and Chief People and Places Officer at Seagate TechnologyAs organizations everywhere race to adopt AI, what does it take to lead with humanity at the center? In this episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook sits down with Patricia Frost, Chief People and Places Officer at Seagate Technology, to discuss how leaders can build trust, courage, and connection in an era defined by technology. Drawing from her 32-year career in the U.S. Army and her leadership of Seagate’s 30,000+ global employees, Patricia shares her lessons on leading with empathy through uncertainty — and how Seagate is helping every employee embrace the power of AI, without losing the human touc...

2025-10-3039 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP11: Curiosity, Change, and the Human Side of AI — with Chris Maurio, Vice President of Solutions at ArganoWhat happens when curiosity becomes the most powerful skill of the future? In this episode of Now to Next, Jason sits down with Chris Maurio, Vice President of Solutions at Argano, to explore how AI is reshaping the way we work, parent, and think. From building his first database in HR to helping his six-year-old son design an app, Chris shares a deeply human perspective on innovation, digital literacy, and trust in an AI-powered world. Highlights: The rise of curiosity as the defining skill for the next generation Why “fooling around and finding out” may be the best way...

2025-10-2333 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP10: Inertia and Incrementalism - 2 barriers to an AI mindset with Adam Holton, Chief People Officer of GE HealthCareWhen the world changes faster than ever before — do we truly want exponential change, or are we still thinking in increments? In this conversation, Jason Averbook sits down with Adam Holton, Chief People Officer at GE HealthCare, to explore what it really means to lead, coach, and stay human in an age defined by artificial intelligence. From his days as a Marine and basketball coach to his role leading one of the world’s most impactful healthcare organizations, Adam shares how curiosity, courage, and a willingness to “get dirty” with new technology are shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Guest: A...

2025-10-1633 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP9: Johannes Sundlo — Practical AI for HR | Curiosity, Experimentation & the Future of WorkHow do we move from AI hype to real, useful change at work? In this episode, Jason sits down with Johannes Sundlo, HR practitioner, speaker, and creator of FullStack HR, to unpack what “practical AI” really means for the future of work. A former HR leader at Spotify, Johannes shares how small, low-risk experiments can create big impact — and why curiosity is the most underrated skill for navigating constant change. From reskilling and automation to leading with experimentation, this episode offers a playbook for turning AI anxiety into action. Guest: Johannes Sundlo is a consultant and practitioner focuse...

2025-10-0933 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP8: Lead With Humanity — Mercedes Sullivan on HR Transformation, AI & the Frontline WorkforceHow do you lead with humanity when AI and automation are reshaping work? What does belonging look like for frontline teams who rarely see HR? In this episode Jason sits down with Mercedes Sullivan, Executive Vice President, People, Culture & Communications at McKinley Companies, to explore HR as a values-driven practice — not just tech. We talk about frontline workforce strategy, “projects → products” in HR, the ethical choice points of AI, and how leaders create belonging for people who’ve historically been left out of the HR conversation. Mercedes brings a rare blend of front-line empathy and productized HR craft. A former touring te...

2025-10-0231 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP7: Reinventing Recruiting with Doug Berg of Match 2In this episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook sits down with HR tech veteran Doug Berg, known as the “Kevin Bacon of HR Tech” for his deep connections across the industry. Doug shares his entrepreneurial journey—from building Techies.com during the dot-com boom, to founding Jobs2Web (later acquired by SAP/SuccessFactors), to creating ZapInfo (acquired by Indeed), and now his latest venture, Match 2, which aims to fix one of recruiting’s biggest problems: the broken candidate experience. Doug and Jason dive into why candidates still face repetitive, siloed processes, how companies lose great talent through poor systems, and why...

2025-09-2535 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP6: Why Authenticity is Overrated | Dr. Tomas Chamorro on Identity, Leadership & AIIn this episode, Jason sits down with Dr. Tomas Chamorro, psychologist, author, and Chief Innovation Officer at ManpowerGroup, to explore the provocative themes from his upcoming book Why Authenticity is Overrated. Tomas shares insights from decades of research on leadership, psychology, and human behavior—challenging the popular notion that “being yourself” is always the best advice. From the dark side of authenticity to the impact of AI on human identity and trust, this conversation unpacks what authenticity really means in today’s workplace. Tomas argues that our obligation to others often outweighs our right to self-expression, and that the path to bette...

2025-09-1855 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP5: Dr. Thomas Otter on Acquisitions, AI, and the Future of HR TechIn this episode of Now to Next, host Jason Averbook sits down with Dr. Thomas Otter — General Partner at Acadian Ventures, longtime product leader, and one of the most outspoken thinkers in HR technology. From his career at SAP and Gartner to co-founding a VC fund, Thomas has a unique vantage point on where HR tech has been and where it’s heading. Using golf bags, buffets, and a splash of wine metaphors, he and Jason break down acquisitions, AI, and the realities of building for the future of work. This isn’t hype — it’s a candid look at what’s rea...

2025-09-1157 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP4: Now to Next Solo Episode: Jason Averbook Answers Your Toughest QuestionsIn this special solo episode of Now to Next, host Jason Averbook launches a new series — Questions from the Edge — where he takes on the toughest, most forward-looking questions from the community about HR, AI, and the future of work. Throughout the episode, Jason makes it clear: this isn’t an incremental shift — it’s a collapse moment. The winners will be those who design for intent, agent, and workflow rather than clinging to platform, process, and user. He leaves listeners with a powerful reminder: In the AI era, trust is the true competitive advantage. The technology can scale instantly, but belief...

2025-09-0418 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP3: Shlomit Gruman-Navot: We’re Not Passengers in the AI Era — We’re PilotsIn this conversation with Shlomit, we cut past the surface of “AI in HR” and get to what really matters: wisdom, judgment, and the human side of transformation. Guest Bio: Shlomit brings decades of global experience—from Moscow to Madrid, Amsterdam to Tel Aviv—and sharp insights on what it takes to reinvent yourself and your organization when the ground keeps shifting. Follow Jason Averbook: Substack: https://substack.com/@jasonaverbook X: https://x.com/jasonaverbook LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonaverbook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonaverbook YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nowtonex...

2025-08-2851 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP2: AI-First HR & Leading Through Crisis with Shirley BaumerIn this powerful episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook sits down with Shirley Baumer—co-founder and Chief Product Officer of DreamTeam—for a raw and insightful conversation about building a company amidst war, reimagining HR tech from the ground up, and what true leadership looks like in 2025. From her early days as a journalist to scaling monday.com into a billion-dollar company, Shirley’s journey is anything but ordinary. She shares how DreamTeam was built as an AI-native, product-led people platform—not just to digitize outdated HR processes, but to rethink them entirely. You’ll hear firsthand how she and her te...

2025-08-2150 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook EP1: Jess Von Bank on Curiosity, Impact, and Redefining Work in the AI EraIn this candid first episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook sits down with Jess Von Bank for a deeply human conversation on curiosity as a leadership superpower, why burnout is a design flaw of legacy work systems, the difference between optics and impact, a clear-eyed take on DEI and equity, and how AI’s value exchange should be measured in human impact. From growing up in rural North Dakota to building a global community, leading Diverse Daisies, raising three daughters, even racing for the “thrill of the hunt,” Jess shares how purpose, community, and reciprocity shape better systems—for people a...

2025-08-1356 min

Now to Next with Jason Averbook Now To Next with Jason Averbook IntroIn this episode of Now to Next, Jason Averbook delves into the podcast's mission, emphasizing the urgency of speed in today's business environment and the importance of innovative communication channels. Drawing insights from conversations with leaders who are at the forefront of driving change, Jason explores the dynamics of transformation in the modern workplace. He also discusses the variety of content that listeners can expect, alongside notes on the publishing schedule. The episode concludes with a reflection on the journey ahead, setting the stage for future discussions that aim to reshape and redefine the business landscape. (0:12) Introduction and mission of...

2025-07-2002 min

Skills Connect Jason Averbook, Senior Partner and Global Leader of Digital HR Strategy at MercerThis episode cuts through the hype of HR transformation. Jason Averbook, Senior Partner at Mercer, joins Siobhan to share what's actually moving the needle in digital HR. 👉 Where digital HR creates real business impact (and where it doesn't) 👉 The new playbook for employee experience in a tech-first world 👉 Smart moves to future-proof your workforce strategy Be part of the conversation that will help leaders navigate the digital HR revolution. 🔗 Explore More from Reejig → 🎥 Watch Past Skills Connect Episodes → 📃 Access our Workforce Reinvention Blueprints → 🔖 Book a Pers...

2025-05-141h 00

Ben Averbook Podcast Jason Zhao: Making the $61 Trillion IP Market Accessible to Every CreatorMy conversation with Jason Zhao, co-founder of Story Protocol. Jason breaks down the $61 trillion intellectual property market, explains how creators can better monetize their work, and shares a vision for making IP licensing as seamless as an API call. We explore the balance between incentivizing creation and enabling access, why AI training data should include compensation for creators, and how the future might revolutionize digital ownership.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Defining intellectual property and its $61 trillion market 00:04:33 - Is IP necessary? Historical origins and balancing incentives 00:09:18 - Where's the...

2025-04-0938 min

DisrupTV What is the greatest risk of AI? w/ Jason Averbook, Cynthia Kane, Faisal HoqueThis week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Jason Averbook, Global Lead on HR Transformation and AI at Mercer, Cynthia Kane, author of The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations and Faisal Hoque, award-winning entrepreneur, globally recognized management thinker and technologist, a #1 Wall Street Journal best-selling author and author Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI. This episode was focused on the evolving role of AI in the workplace. Jason emphasized the need for a mindset shift from traditional change management to "changefulness" to effectively implement AI. Cynthia highlighted the importance of mindfulness and effective communication strategies...

2025-03-281h 02

People Pulse by Semos Cloud Episode 22: The Culture Code: AI, Data, and Leadership in HR - Charlie Sull, Jason Averbook, Max BlumbergIn today’s fast-changing work environment, culture intelligence is no longer optional - it’s essential. In this episode, we sit down with three global thought leaders who are reshaping HR with data-driven strategies:🔹 Charlie Sull – Co-founder of CultureX and co-creator of the Measuring Culture series, helping organizations measure and transform their workplace culture using AI.🔹 Jason Averbook – Senior Partner at Mercer and a global leader in digital HR transformation, leading Mercer's generative AI strategy for the future of work.🔹 Dr. Max Blumberg – Founder of Blumberg Partnership, an expert in AI-driven workforce analytics...

2025-03-0536 min

People Pulse by Semos Cloud Episode 21: Culture by Design: How AI Is Reshaping Workplaces - Charlie Sull, Jason Averbook, Max BlumbergIn this episode of People Pulse, we dive into the intersection of AI, culture intelligence, and the future of work with three renowned experts: Charlie Sull, Jason Averbook, and Dr. Max Blumberg. Together, they explore how HR leaders can harness data, AI, and culture analytics to build agile, high-performing organizations while keeping a people-first approach.Meet Our Guests:🔹 Charlie Sull – Co-founder of CultureX and a global expert on corporate culture and AI. He is the co-creator of the Measuring Culture research series and has worked with Fortune 500 companies to drive data-driven cultural trans...

2025-02-1919 min

NOW of Work Spelling, Stories, and Surprises with Jason Averbook and Jess Von BankJason Averbook and Jess Von Bank share personal and work-related highs and lows, exploring their experiences of success, loss and powerful spelling capabilities. With a twist, Jaycee Grider, Visual Design Consultant and podcast producer at Mercer, joins as a guest to share about her upcoming, first-time trip to Burning Man. Whether you're a word enthusiast, a fan of personal stories, or simply looking for a delightful conversation to brighten your day, this podcast is a must-listen.

2024-08-261h 00

The DEX Show: A Show for IT Change Makers Navigating the Future of HR: AI, Adoption, and Empathy (w/ Jason Averbook)Today, Tom was thrilled to welcome Jason Averbook, Senior Partner and Global Leader of Digital HR Strategy at Mercer, joining the show from Singapore. Jason is the author of "The Ultimate Guide to a Digital Workforce Experience: Leap for a Purpose," and together they explore how digital transformation impacts HR and employee experience.Jason shares his journey from implementing DOS mainframe payroll systems to leading digital HR strategies. They discuss the evolving dynamics between HR and IT, emphasizing his view on the need for HR to own digital strategy while IT enables it. Jason also highlights the importance...

2024-07-1730 min

The New Talent Code Staying relevant in the age of AI: Mercer’s Jason Averbook (Part 2 of 2)What will your role in HR look like in this new world of AI — and how can you successfully guide your employees and your organization through the transformation? Jason Averbook, Senior Partner and Global Leader of HR transformation at Mercer, joined hosts Ligia Zamora and Jason Cerrato to answer these questions on The New Talent Code. Averbook is a recognized authority on HR, the future of work, and the role of technology in shaping the workforce of tomorrow, and is the author of two books: HR from now to next: Reimagining the workplace of tomorrow and The ultimate guide to a...

2024-04-0924 min

The New Talent Code Staying relevant in the age of AI: Mercer’s Jason Averbook (Part 1 of 2)What will your role in HR look like in this new world of AI — and how can you successfully guide your employees and your organization through the transformation? Jason Averbook, Senior Partner and Global Leader of HR transformation at Mercer, joined hosts Ligia Zamora and Jason Cerrato to answer these questions on The New Talent Code. Averbook is a recognized authority on HR, the future of work, and the role of technology in shaping the workforce of tomorrow, and is the author of two books: HR from now to next: Reimagining the workplace of tomorrow and The ultimate guide to a...

2024-04-0926 min

HR Data Labs Jason Averbook - Why Data Fitness is More Important than an AISend us a textJason Averbook is a Senior Partner at Mercer and a global leader in HR transformation. He has more than 25 years of experience in the HR and technology industries, and he has guided industry-leading companies through strategic HR transformations. In this episode, Jason presents his takeaways from 2023 and talks about how current HR trends will shape the future of the industry. Chapters[0:00 - 5:10] Introduction• Welcome, Jason!• Today’s Topic: Perspectives on HR and Emerging Technologies[5:11 - 20:51] Jason’s takeaways from 2023• 2023’s geopolitical events had s...

2024-02-2237 min

HR Data Labs Jason Averbook - HR Tech 2022 Series - How HR Processes Are ChangingSend us a textSummary:As the Co-Founder and CEO of Leapgen, Jason Averbook helps executives rethink, redesign, and better deliver employee services. He has more than 25 years of experience in the HR and technology industries, and he has guided industry-leading companies through strategic HR transformations. Jason has also authored two books: HR from Now to Next and The Ultimate Guide to a Digital Workforce Experience. In this episode, Jason Averbook compares 2022 to 2023 and unpacks how HR process has changed. Chapters:[0:00 - 4:04] Introduction Welcome, Jason! To...

2023-03-0234 min

Up Next @ Work HR: Change or Cease to Exist with Jason AverbookLeapgen CEO & co-founder Jason Averbook didn't mince words on the latest episode of TheWork. He says that unless HR stops doing what it has been doing for the last 50 years and refocuses within the next five, the function will DIE. Reskilling is part of what will help drive change but even more important is cultivating a mindset of changefulness: the intention and willingness to change. Listen and learn from one of the HR industry's leading experts as he muses over what HR investments are needed now to create a path forward.

2023-02-2732 min

PCTY Talks: HR, People and Culture Disrupt Your Thinking: Innovation in HR with Jason AverbookThe business world moves fast. The only way to stay ahead of the competition is to constantly think about new ways to disrupt your industry. But even if you're always coming up with new ideas, there's a good chance you'll eventually hit a wall. That's because your competitors are probably doing the same thing. How can you keep breaking through and staying ahead? Listen in as Jason Averbook and host Shari Simpson talk about disrupting your thinking as an HR leader and why it's crucial to stay ahead of the competition. Guest: Jason Averbook, Co-founder and CEO...

2022-11-1118 min

PeopleTech Acquired and Desired Skills with Jason Averbook and Jess Von Bank of LeapgenThere's quite a prolific conversation to unpack in today's episode of PEOPLETECH.Live at the HR tech 2022 conference, our two guest Jason Averbook (CEO of Leapgen) and Jess Von Bank (Head of Brand Strategy at Leapgen) speak with Mark Feffer about acquired and desired skills, the ebb and flow of this fluctuating industry, and the shift in employee power.There's been massive shifts of trust, work types, empathy and humanity over the past few years. This industry has been flipped on its head and we need to rethink almost every single aspect of HR. We're in...

2022-11-0924 min

HCM Technology Report Jason Averbook and Jess Von Bank of LeapgenThere's quite a prolific conversation to unpack in today's episode of PEOPLETECH.Live at the HR tech 2022 conference, our two guest Jason Averbook (CEO of Leapgen) and Jess Von Bank (Head of Brand Strategy at Leapgen) speak with Mark Feffer about acquired and desired skills, the ebb and flow of this fluctuating industry, and the shift in employee power.There's been massive shifts of trust, work types, empathy and humanity over the past few years. This industry has been flipped on its head and we need to rethink almost...

2022-11-0923 min

HRchat Podcast Episode 500 with Bill Banham and Jason AverbookWelcome to this very, very special edition of the HRchat Podcast. Today marks the 500th episode!Many years ago when we started the podcast, there was no way we thought we’d reach such a big milestone. Since then, we've published over 12,000 minutes of content, received hundreds of thousands of downloads, and featured some of the biggest brands in the world of work.The HRchat podcast has given Bill Banham and guest hosts including Tim Baker, Matt Burns, and Pauline James the opportunity to speak with, and learn from, some of the best and brightest mi...

2022-10-2631 min

Digital HR Leaders with David Green How to Build Great Employee Experiences with Jason AverbookOn the show this week, I am talking to Jason Averbook, CEO and Co-Founder at Leapgen, one of the leading global authorities on HR technology and employee experience.Throughout this episode, Jason and I discuss:His thoughts on how companies should approach employee experience and why that involves a whole person approach with human experience as the focus.Why it is so important to understand an individual's purpose and how they want to work, so you can design solutions that meet them where they are and where they are goingThe role of...

2022-03-2252 min

The Human Factor Podcast by SAP The Human Factor Episode 13: The Future World of Work with Jason Averbook Guest: Jason Averbook, CEO of Leapgen For the last 18 months, we have talked about nothing but the impact of Covid and the pandemic and what it means to the world of work. We have debated at length where we will work, how we will work, the role of HR in facilitating these changes and what the implications are for organisations that don’t reimagine and evolve. In this episode we cut to the chase on what the “The Future of Work” truly will look like, needs to look like and what the implications are for HR, organis...

2022-03-1851 min

HR Data Labs Jason Averbook - HR Tech 2021 Series - Observations from HR Tech 2021Send us a textHR Data Labs took the studio mobile and went live at HR Tech 2021 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV, talking to thought leaders in People Analytics and HR Technology. Join us as we go on this enlightening journey gathering cutting-edge insights from our guests!Summary:Jason Averbook is an analyst, a thought leader, and a consultant in the field of human resources. He helps executives rethink the design and delivery of employee services to better meet the expectations of their workforce and the needs of their business. He h...

2021-10-2818 min

All About HR All About HR: Jason Averbook joins us to talk about the ”Now of Work”All About HR: Jason Averbook joins us to share some insights from his HR Tech Conference Keynote, the Now of Work, why the great resignation is only ½ the story, how many organizations approach to performance management is incredibly dated & all things Employee Experience. Don’t miss this episode! Links from show discussion: I’m Losing My Patience with HR | The NOW of Work with Jason Averbook Our Guest: Jason Averbook, CEO, Thought Leader, Analyst, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Author www.leapgen.com LinkedIn: Jason Averbrook Twitter: @jasonaverbook, @LeapGen Ou...

2021-10-1943 min

NOW of Work Improving Employee Experience with Steve Boese and Jason Averbook-HR Tech Q&AJoin Steve Boese, HR Technology Conference Chair, and Jason Averbook, CEO & Founder of Leapgen, as they discuss ways HR can utilize technology to help employees achieve their goals, improve their skills, and enhance their career development. Thanks for joining the conversation!

2021-07-1329 min

The Digital Workplace Podcast Jason Averbook - The now of work, not the futureThe issues we think are the future of work are actually very present. Jason Averbook says we need to start with now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2021-06-1528 min

HR Data Labs Jason Averbook - Shifting from Counting People to Making People Count: Blending Science and HumanitySend us a textAs a leading analyst, thought leader, and consultant in the area of human resources, Jason Averbook is passionate about the future of work and the impact technology has on that future. Jason, CEO of Leapgen, has more than 25 years of experience in the HR and technology industries and has collaborated with industry-leading companies in transforming their HR organizations into strategic partners by broadening executive mindsets to rethink how to better design and deliver employee services. He has also authored two books surrounding HR. Let’s jump right in and lear...

2021-02-0342 min

What The HR!What the HR! 19 - Building a Digital HR Strategy w/ Leapgen's Jason AverbookWe are joined by Leapgen's CEO, Jason Averbook to discuss digital transformation. Guests: Jason Averbook - linkedin.com/in/jasonaverbook http://www.jasonaverbook.com/ https://www.leapgen.com/ Hosts: Mike Thul - linkedin.com/in/thulmichael Jessie Novey - linkedin.com/in/jessienovey INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP? Please email tcshrmpodcast@gmail.com Twin Cities Society For Human Resources: Recognized as one of the nation's largest SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) chapters, TCSHRM...

2020-10-0656 min

NOW of Work Caitlin MacGregor, Plum.io and Jason AverbookLeapgen’s Jason Averbook sits down with Plum.io’s CEO Caitlin MacGregor and dives into all things Talent. Changing how we think in regards to talent management isn’t easy, but Caitlin and Jason discuss why an organizations ability to become resilient is important and why a companies hiring needs must be met moving forward in the NOW of Work. For more information on Caitlin and Plum.io Click Here Register today for our

2020-10-0635 min

NOW of Work Kevin Parker, HireVue and Jason AverbookKevin Parker, Chairman and CEO of HireVue, joins Jason Averbook on the Now of Work podcast. How is a major HR Technology and Talent Acquisition solution provider thinking about hiring in 2020 and beyond? Kevin explains: "Not everyone belongs at every company at every stage of its journey.” This former and longtime CFO from the broader technology landscape lends valuable advice to HR from the perspective of an executive who grew up in the financial and operational ranks of business. Take a listen to how we quantify the “softer ROI” of hiring. For more information on Kevin Parker and Hi...

2020-09-0224 min

NOW of Work Marc Moschetto, Kickmotor and Jason AverbookMarc Moschetto grew up in the shadow of Apollo, a nerd to the nth degree for science and space travel. A kick motor is an engine on a spacecraft used to fire a higher level of orbit. His agency, Kickmotor, helps companies get to their next level of funding, next level of growth, achieve a level of scalability, or simply find their evolving story and and decide how they're going to tell it. Since we’re talking to one of the best storytellers we know, Jason Averbook wants to know how organizations can parlay best practices from marketing to se...

2020-07-2237 min

NOW of Work Anne Fulton, Fuel50 and Jason AverbookTalent development is nuanced, with career “engagers,” motivators, individual values, and skill gaps of each employee determining potential career opportunities. So how can it be scaled for an entire workforce? You democratize it, says Anne Fulton, CEO and Co-founder of Fuel50. “We love what our science brings to the business,” putting information about potential fit for a particular job in the hands of employees, the very people who should own their own future. At a time when talent optimization and internal mobility are more critical than ever for business agility and even business continuity, bringing rigor and science to decision...

2020-07-1543 min

Talent Experience Podcast Ep. 07 Jason Averbook - The NOW of WorkAs an experienced thought leader, analyst, consultant, author and CEO, Jason Averbook has been talking about the future of work for a long time. Today – the future of work is here! Jason shares why there is an opportunity to change, to transform and to prepare for what’s next. If you need motivation to really re-evaluate what your organization should look like going forward and help your employees bring their best selves to work, take this episode as your wakeup call: the time to act is now.Find Jason on Twitter @jasonaverbook, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/j...

2020-07-1524 min

NOW of Work Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane, H3 HR and Jason Averbook, Jess Von Bank | Part 2Take a listen as Jason Averbook and Jess Von Bank continue their conversation with Trish McFarlane and Steve Boese of H3 HR and the HR Happy Hour. The conversation continues with personalization and prioritization when it comes to how, when and where we work. That’s just one long-awaited and surprise benefit of the pandemic driving everyone out of traditionally defined and structured workplaces and known, well-worn norms. But wait: just because we “went digital” during Covid, does that mean we just push things remote and online and say we’re digital now? NOPE. Remote doesn’t mean digital, tech doesn...

2020-07-0131 min

NOW of Work Steve Boese, Trish McFarlane, H3 HR and Jason Averbook, Jess Von Bank | Part 1Trish McFarlane and Steve Boese do incredible work to support HR and the HR Technology space. That’s why Jason Averbook and Jess Von Bank hosted them on the Now of Work, and why they had a billion questions. “When do we get to stop talking about Covid?” “What do the unemployment claims, jobs reports, and reported dismissals need to show us before we can claim economic recovery?” “How does the talent pot get re-sorted and re-mixed when HALF of American small businesses won’t survive Covid and when entire industries and verticals are being shattered?” “How did the pandemic act like...

2020-06-3030 min

Love Is Just Damn Good Business The Story Of Leapgen: Building A Company Culture Of Love, Energy, Audacity, And Proof With Jason Averbook And Jess Von BankIn business, one of the most common advice that people tend to give is to create raving fans out of your clients and customers. But what if you flip that and become raving fans of your clients instead? Sharing this unique perspective and its radical results, Steve Farber takes us to Jason Averbook and Jess Von Bank’s presentation from The Extreme Leadership Experience in San Diego, held last February 27, 2020. Jason is the co-founder and CEO of Leapgen, while Jess Von Bank is the Head of Marketing. Together, they tell us the story of Leapgen, which started with the idea of...

2020-06-2633 min

NOW of Work Dan Beck & Annrai O'Toole, Utmost and Jason AverbookWork has changed forever, and it's ABOUT TIME. We were 10 years behind when it came to matching our experience of work to our experience of the WORLD. Just one way work has changed is how we think of it, how we structure and compensate work, who performs it and the employment relationship people desire, and how we think about “employees" versus "talent opportunities." We want flexibility, customization, and personalization to Work Your Way. We’ve called it the gig economy, the contingent workforce, and other things, but let’s stop separating it from our holistic view of WORK. There are a...

2020-06-2445 min

NOW of Work Steve Lucas, iCIMS and Jason AverbookIn this podcast episode Jason Averbook and iCIMS's CEO, Steve Lucas explore the evolution of building a winning workforce, COVID hiring trends, and how work must get done in the Now of Work. For more information on Steve Lucas and iCIMS Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-05-1938 min

NOW of Work Mike Ettling, Unit4 and Jason AverbookIn this podcast episode, Jason Averbook and Unit4's Mike Ettling discuss the Now of Work For more information on Mike Ettling and Unit4 Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-05-1342 min

NOW of Work Leighanne Levensaler, Workday and Jason Averbook In this episode, Workday's CMO, Leighanne Levensaler, and Leapgen's CEO Jason Averbook discuss her perspective on the Now of Work, loving your people and what that means through the lens of a leading vendor in the world. For more information on Leighanne Levensaler and Workday Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-05-0535 min

NOW of Work Heather McGowan - Author and Thought Leader, The Adaptation Advantage and Jason AverbookIn this podcast episode, Jason Averbook and Heather McGowan discuss why adaptation is one of the most important skills for anyone in the world today For more information on Heather McGowan and The Adaptation Advantage Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-2933 min

NOW of Work Enrique Rubio, Hacking HR and Jason AverbookIn this Podcast episode, Jason Averbook and Enrique Rubio, Founder of Hacking HR, discuss the new NOW of Work and what that looks like during and post COVID-19. For more information on Enrique Rubio and Hacking HR Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-2850 min

NOW of Work QuickTake #4 with Jason Averbook | National bring your child to work dayIn today's QuickTake, Jason Averbook considers national bring your child to work day and what that should mean in the new NOW of work . For more information on the NOW of Work Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Unwritten Stories - Future Solutions Future Bass

2020-04-2305 min

NOW of Work Linda Mougalian, ADP with Jason AverbookIn this podcast episode Jason Averbook chats with ADP's Linda Mougalian on their newly released COVID-19 response programs For more information on Linda Mougalian and ADP's COVID resource site Click Here For the infographic Linda mentions in this episode Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-2231 min

NOW of Work QuickTake #3 with Jason Averbook | Tips for leading through a crisis when the workforce is remoteJason Averbook gives tips for leading through a crisis when the workforce is remote in the NOW of Work. For more information on the NOW of Work Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Unwritten Stories - Future Solutions Future Bass

2020-04-2108 min

NOW of Work Drew Austin, Wade & Wendy with Jason AverbookIn this Now of Work Podcast episode, Jason Averbook meets with CEO & Co-Founder of Wade & Wendy on his outlook of the #NOWofWork. For more information on Drew Austin and Wade & Wendy Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-1632 min

NOW of Work QuickTake #1 with Jason Averbook | Mindset and Alignment a MANDATE for Leadership Teams Today Jason Averbook summarizes what he's hearing from global HR leaders and practitioners, and discusses the importance of mindset and alignment in the NOW of Work. For more information on the NOW of Work Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Unwritten Stories - Future Solutions Future Bass

2020-04-1608 min

NOW of Work Jim Scully, Leapgen and Jason Averbook Jason Averbook is joined by fellow Leaper and founder of the HR Shared Services Institute, Jim Scully, to discuss changefullness, organizational fracking, reimagining employee experience and more on this episode of the Daily Digital Dose! Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim KarudThat Day | Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-1436 min

NOW of Work Yvette Cameron, Velocity Career Labs and Jason AverbookJason Averbook is joined by Yvette Cameron to discuss the Now of Work For more information on Yvette Cameron Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup Music Joakim Karud - That Day Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-1038 min

NOW of Work Wayne Chattaway, The Anti with Jason AverbookJason Averbook discusses the NOW of Work and ServiceNow with Wayne Chattaway; Co-Founder & CEO of The Anti. For more information on Wayne Chattaway & The Anti Click Here Register today for our Weekly Digital Meetup

2020-04-0931 min

NOW of Work Lisa Sterling, R3 Engage and Jason AverbookJason Averbook is joined by Lisa Sterling to discuss Leadership and Culture in today’s Now of Work. Lisa is an HR Tech enthusiast, Forbes Contributor, and thought leader who previously held leadership roles at Ceridian, Mercer, and Ultimate Software. For more information on Lisa Sterling Click Here Join the NOW of Work Slack Community

2020-04-0838 min

NOW of Work Mollie Lombardi, m.research and Jason AverbookJason Averbook is joined by Mollie Lombardi, Founder and Principal Analyst at MollieLombardi.com and m.Research. For more information on Mollie Lombardi and m.Research Click Here Join the NOW of Work Slack Community

2020-04-0734 min

NOW of Work Andrew Dubowec, League and Jason AverbookJason Averbook is joined by Andrew Dubowec, Vice President of League Inc. to discuss how League is transforming the employee experience of health and wellness. For more information on League Inc Click Here Join the NOW of Work Slack Community

2020-04-0640 min

NOW of Work Eric Mosley, Workhuman and Jason AverbookJason Averbook is joined by Eric Mosley, CEO and co-founder of Workhuman to discuss connecting the modern workforce. For more information on Workhuman Click Here Join the NOW of Work Slack Community

2020-04-0334 min

NOW of Work Josh Bersin, Bersin Academy and Jason AverbookJason Averbook is joined by HR Thought Leader Josh Bersin to discuss Josh's recent article, The Big Reset: Making Sense of the Coronavirus Crisis. Josh also goes over how vendors should support their clients during this challenging time, and how The Bersin Academy is upskilling professionals remotely. Bersin Academy Click Here Join the NOW of Work Slack Community

2020-04-0226 min

NOW of Work Ian Cook, Visier and Jason AverbookJason Averbook discusses People Data for Crisis Management with Ian Cook; VP of People Solutions at Visier. https://www.visier.com/crisis-management/ Join Digital Meetups Live: http://www.bit.ly/nowofwork NOW of Work Slack: https://t.co/vDnLcUudJk?amp=1 Music Joakim Karud - That Day Ash O'Connor - Vibe

2020-04-0123 min

NOW of Work Steve Farber, The Extreme Leadership Institute & Jason AverbookJason Averbook discusses the importance of LOVE in the NOW of work with Steve Farber; Leadership Pioneer, Strategist, Keynote Speaker and Bestselling Author on Extreme Leadership.

2020-04-0135 min

NOW of Work Jeanne Achille, HR Technology Conference and Jason AverbookJason Averbook discusses the NOW of Work in the HR Tech Industry with Jeanne Achille; PR & Marketing Expert Chair, #SelectHRTech Conference Chair, Women in #HRTech #HRTechConf U.S. & Asia. https://devonpr.com/ | jeanne@devonpr.com Join Digital Meetups Live: http://www.bit.ly/nowofwork NOW of Work Slack: https://t.co/vDnLcUudJk?amp=1

2020-03-3024 min

NOW of Work Emily Liddle, Leapgen and Jason AverbookEmily Liddle brings her Change Management expertise to the table on today's Daily Digital Dose with Jason Averbook! Join Digital Meetups Live: http://www.bit.ly/nowofwork NOW of Work Slack: https://t.co/vDnLcUudJk?amp=1

2020-03-2629 min

NOW of Work Aishwarya Jain, PeopleHum and Jason AverbookIn today's Daily Digital Dose, Aishwarya Jain from peopleHum interviews Jason Averbook who discusses the core philosophy of Leapgen, how the Coronavirus may affect the future of work, how AI will shape the way we create workplace experiences, and more!

2020-03-2433 min

NOW of Work David Guazzarotto, Humans of HR and Jason AverbookDavid Guazzarotto says he only has a brilliant idea once a decade - We think he's being humble but even if that is the case, he's outdone himself with his take on "Social vs. Physical Distancing." David joins Jason Averbook in this episode of the Daily Digital Dose to discuss the importance of connectivity and social interaction during the Covid-19 pandemic, and how the challenging effects society is dealing with NOW can act as a catalyst for positive change around the way we communicate moving forward.

2020-03-2424 min

HR Examiner Podcasts with John Sumser HRExaminer Executive Conversations w/ Jason Averbook, Leapgen | Mar 20,2019-8 AMJason Averbook is a global keynote speaker, industry analyst, thought leader and consultant in the area of human resources and workforce experience. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Leapgen, a digital transformation shaping the future of work. Author of The Ultimate Guide to a Digital Workforce Experience ~ Leap for a Purpose, Jason seeks to broaden executive mindset to rethink how to better design and deliver employee services that exceed the expectations of the workforce and the needs of the business. Prior to founding Leapgen, Jason served as the CEO of The Marcus Buckingham Company (TMBC). In 2005, he co-founded Knowledge In...

2020-03-2036 min

NOW of Work Tim Sackett, HRU Technical Resources and Jason AverbookTim Sackett joins Jason Averbook to talk about the importance of “Rational Compassion.” How do you understand and serve the value and needs of every human being, every individual, while balancing that effort against the needs of the business? In turn, Jason comments on the real heroism we’re seeing by the day: acting like a leader when you don’t even need to, when you’re not a leader by title, but doing it because it’s the right thing to do. Join Digital Meetups Live: http://www.bit.ly/nowofwork NOW of Wor...

2020-03-1917 min

NOW of Work Alex Zea, and Jason Averbook, LeapgenIn this Daily Digital Dose, In our first episode of the Daily Digital Dose Series, Jason Averbook and Alexandra Zea go into detail on how organizations should approach gathering data, utilizing analytics, and extracting the insights necessary to provide meaningful support to employees and make crucial business decisions with intelligence. Join Digital Meetups Live: http://www.bit.ly/nowofwork NOW of Work Slack: https://t.co/vDnLcUudJk?amp=1 Leapgen NOW of Work Resources: https://www.leapgen.com/now-of-work-the-new-digital-workplace

2020-03-1921 min

NOW of Work Jess Von Bank, Head of Marketing and Jason Averbook, CEO & Co-Founder of LeapgenIn our first episode of the Daily Digital Dose Series, Jason Averbook and Jess Von Bank discuss adapting to remote work and other affects of the Cornavirus outbreak, while also balancing family life and mental wellness. Join Digital Meetups Live: http://www.bit.ly/nowofwork NOW of Work Slack: https://t.co/vDnLcUudJk?amp=1 Leapgen NOW of Work Resources: https://www.leapgen.com/now-of-work-the-new-digital-workplace

2020-03-1920 min

NOW of Work NOW of Work - Leapgen Digital Meetup Intro with Jason AverbookThe Digital Workplace is the new normal, and we need to get there, fast. Effectively immediately, Leapgen is hosting WEEKLY OPEN OFFICE HOURS with Jason Averbook to support all those in HR and Workforce Technology now trying to forge the New Digital Workplace.

2020-03-1602 min

Comp and Coffee Ep 14 - The Future of HR with Jason Averbook Jason Averbook, CEO of LeapGen and CompCon keynote joins us to discuss: Why now is a time in HR that's unlike any that have come before Why HR should go away as a department And what the future of HR...or the people team...might look like Come see Jason speak at CompCon in Boston on: Why is data and foundation so important? Why is employee experience so important, and what does HR need to drive that? How do you think about the difference between automation and digitization? What skillsets does HR need going forward? http://www.compcon.com

2018-09-1351 min