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🎙️ Episode summary: AI is rapidly reshaping the modern workforce, impacting everything from recruitment processes to organizational structures. “AI is coming for our brains!” 🧠 Join us and Dirk Jonker, founder and CEO of Crunchr, as we discuss the differences between the current AI shift and past industrial revolutions, highlighting AI’s influence on cognitive work and the urgent need for HR and leadership to adapt. 📖 In this episode: 00:00 Introducing Data Dirk 02:22 AI Revolution vs. Industrial Revolution 06:49 Five Steps Towards AGI 11:43 AI’s Impact on the Labor Market 17:53 Embracing AI in Organizations 21:30 Rethinking Recruitment in the AI Era 25:24 Ethical Considerations and HR’s Role 33:57 AI’s Future: Performance and Leadership 💡 Key takeaways: ​Differentiate the current AI shift from past revolutions, noting its speed and impact on cognitive tasks.​Understand the five stages toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and current progress.​Recognize the “hype cycle” of AI and why leadership must stay current with its rapid advancements.​Adapt recruitment strategies to identify essential human skills like leadership and critical thinking, rather than just technical output.​Cultivate a company culture that encourages experimentation with AI tools, fostering adoption over fear. ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks, just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠contact us⁠⁠ at [email protected]

🎙️ Episode summary: Explore the true meaning of psychological safety in fast-moving scale-up environments. Tica Peeman, a leadership and group dynamics expert, discusses how to build robust team foundations and distinguish genuine safety from discomfort. 📖 In this episode: 00:00 Introduction to Tica Peeman 04:31 Defining Psychological Safety 08:25 Understanding Unsafe Statements 13:02 The Hard Side of Psychological Safety 18:48 Psychological Safety in Scale-Ups 23:11 Building a Strong Team Foundation 27:57 Feedback, Comfort, and Growth 33:40 Leaders’ Role in Fostering Safety 40:28 Final Advice: Speak Up Your Mind 💡 Key takeaways: Define psychological safety using Amy Edmondson’s definition to take interpersonal risks without negative consequences.Recognize humor (or lack thereof) as a strong indicator of psychological safety within teams.Question deeply when someone expresses “feeling unsafe” to understand if it’s true unsafety or another issue like insecurity or discomfort.Establish concrete team rules, goals, and boundaries to provide stability, especially in rapidly changing scale-up environments.Applaud individuals who speak up, particularly to those higher in the hierarchy, fostering a culture where voicing concerns is encouraged. 📌 Resources mentioned: LinkedIn post by Tica Peeman ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks, just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠contact us⁠⁠ at [email protected]

🎙️ Episode summary: AI is rapidly reshaping work, creating discussions on its impact on tasks, jobs, and human collaboration. In this very special LIVE episode we explore with Kilian Wawoe the nuances of AI adoption, the importance of human connection, and HR’s critical role in navigating this evolution. 📖 In this episode: 00:00 Introducing Kilian: AI’s Impact on Work 03:13 Who Adopts AI and Why? 06:35 AI’s Impact on Collaboration & Hybrid Work 09:05 AI as an Autonomous Colleague 13:15 Responsible Transition Amidst Job Changes 17:03 Overcoming AI Fear and Incompetence 21:10 The Need for AI Training and Mentoring 26:35 AI and Performance Gaps 31:28 AI, Communication, and Empathy 36:46 Job Titles, Functions, and AI 40:36 AI as an Excuse for Layoffs 44:31 AI’s Impact on Work Pressure 49:23 Rethinking Education and Critical Thinking 53:34 HR’s Evolving Role in the AI Era 57:43 Optimism and Risks of AI 01:00:09 Training Junior Staff in the AI Age 01:02:17 AI, Education, and Digital Divide 01:04:15 AI and Feedback Culture 01:08:24 AI Training vs. Coaching 💡 Key takeaways: AI adoption varies: Age, gender, and culture influence how quickly individuals and organizations integrate AI tools.Human connection remains key: AI excels at tasks, but personal relationships, empathy, and creative problem-solving are human strengths that AI cannot fully replicate.Upskilling requires coaching: Effective AI literacy means personalized mentoring, not just generic training, ensuring employees adapt to new tools and critical thinking. 📌 Resources mentioned: Kilian Wawoe’s books on rewards, performance management, and hybrid workingPersonio’s Workforce Pulse Report ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks, just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠contact us⁠⁠ at [email protected]

🎙️ Episode summary: People leaders often focus on culture, engagement, or perks… but none of that matters if your team isn’t paid correctly (or on time). That’s usually manageable when you operate in one country. But once you start expanding internationally… how do you get it right? In this latest episode we talk about the critical topic of global payroll with Anita Letink, HR & payroll expert, author, and future-of-work thought leader. 📖 In this episode: 00:00 Welcome Anita, Payroll Expert 02:29 Payroll: From Back Office to Strategic Asset 08:08 Trends: Financial Wellness and Real-time Payroll 12:49 Navigating International Payroll Solutions 19:08 Choosing the Right Global Payroll Partner 23:09 Risks of Remote Work and Global Compliance 32:09 Agree or Disagree? 36:15 AI’s Impact on Payroll Teams 40:43 Pay Transparency and Final Advice 💡 Key takeaways: Reframe payroll: View payroll as a strategic data source, not just a back-office function.Promote financial wellness: Implement programs like earned wage access and financial education to support employee well-being and reduce stress.Choose global solutions wisely: Understand the different international payroll options (global providers, EOR, overlay solutions, representative offices) and their implications for cost, risk, and data collection.Mitigate international risks: Establish clear policies for employees working abroad to avoid legal, tax, GDPR, and insurance complications.Prepare for pay transparency: Start assessing job architectures, salary bands, and running pay gap reports today to meet the EU directive deadline. 📌 Resources mentioned: Anita Lettink’s website for more information and books Free downloads Pay Time! newsletterFuture of Work newsletterHR Tech newsletter ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks, just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠contact us⁠⁠ at [email protected]

🎙️ Episode summary: In this episode, Annelot Fluitman discusses the contrasting worlds of corporate HR and scale-up HR, providing insights into culture, strategy, and the impact of HR in different organizational structures. She shares her experiences at Shell, Uber, Best Secret, and ING, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities in each environment. This episode offers actionable advice for HR leaders looking to bridge the gap between corporate stability and scale-up agility. 📖 In this episode: 00:00 Welcome Annelot Fluitman04:22 Culture shock: corporate to scale-up09:17 HR Role: scale-up vs. corporate13:53 Making impact in HR17:14 Shaping culture and leadership24:59 Lessons learned: corporates and scale-ups30:13 HR Practices: transferability and letting go33:39 Agree or disagree: 5 statements39:35 AI in HR & the ideal HR team 💡 Key takeaways: Embrace change: Adopt a proactive approach to change, understanding the business agenda to drive impact.Build strong foundations: Establish essential HR processes and policies early, including job frameworks and performance assessments.Foster a bias for action: Encourage a “yes” mentality and resilience in the face of challenges.Understand the business: Stay close to the business to be strategic.Focus on skill sets: Focus on hiring for agility, data-centered roles, and business acumen. ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks, just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠contact us⁠⁠ at [email protected]

🎙️ Episode summary: In this episode, Camiel Selker joins to discuss executive compensation strategies for scale-ups. Learn how to attract and retain top leaders while aligning compensation with company culture and budget. Gain actionable insights on structuring salary, bonuses, and equity packages to incentivize long-term growth and navigate investor expectations. 📖 In this episode: 00:00 Introduction to executive compensation 05:02 Investor perspectives on compensation 07:35 Designing effective compensation packages 11:57 Evolving compensation structures 15:20 Bonuses and performance incentives 19:07 The role of founders in compensation design 21:29 Benchmarking compensation effectively 23:43 Linking compensation to achievements 27:32 The cost of experience 30:05 Equity and internal equity 33:08 Stock options as a reward 36:00 The impact of short-term bonuses 38:09 Common mistakes in compensation design 41:15 Current trends in executive compensation 42:34 Golden rules for founders 💡 Key takeaways: Balance founder generosity with investor expectations when structuring early compensation packages.Differentiate compensation as the company matures, focusing on internal equity and the value of specific roles.Use short-term bonuses cautiously to avoid short-term focus and transactional behavior.Document all compensation agreements to avoid future disputes and misunderstandings.Design compensation plans with the future in mind, anticipating the need to attract experienced talent at higher salaries. 📌 Resources mentioned: Index Ventures ESOP Guide ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks. No theatre. Just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠contact us⁠⁠ at [email protected]

🎙️ Episode summary: In this episode, Bas Moeyaert from Loop Earplugs shares Loop’s journey into AI adoption, the structure and function of their dedicated AI team, and actionable strategies for integrating AI into various departments. Discover how Loop creates an AI mindset throughout the organization and overcomes challenges in AI implementation. This episode is a must-listen for leaders aiming to boost organizational performance through AI. 📖 In this episode: (00:00) Building an AI-driven company (00:31) Meet Bas Moyart from Loop (02:12) The birth of the AI mindset (03:27) From inspirational sessions to action (06:09) Setting up the AI team (09:04) AI adoption across departments (11:20) Personalizing AI with agents (14:01) Smarter performance reviews with AI (20:21) Boosting creativity and collaboration (23:00) Fighting copycats with AI (27:44) Customer service and legal AI use (31:45) Ethical boundaries of AI (34:03) Scaling AI bottom-up and top-down (36:30) Future dreams with AI at Loop (40:45) Practical tips for starting with AI 💡 Key takeaways: Find a passionate champion for AI within your organization to drive adoption and enthusiasm.Position your AI team as strategic partners within the company to understand departmental needs and workflows.Foster a bottom-up approach by allowing employees to experiment with AI tools and share best practices.Track AI tool usage across departments to identify areas needing more support and training.Use AI as an advisor and tool, but always ensure humans make the final decisions, especially in areas requiring ethics and cultural awareness. 📌 Resources mentioned: Video Loop EarplugsBook Radical Candor by Kim Scott ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks. No theatre. Just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our ⁠website⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠contact us⁠.⁠

🎙️ Episode summary: In this episode, Gijsbert Koren explains how steward ownership helps companies stay true to their mission by separating voting rights from economic rights. Instead of maximizing profits for shareholders, the company serves its purpose long-term. Gijsbert shares examples like Patagonia and Time to Momo, and discusses the pros (mission continuity, employee engagement) and cons (harder fundraising, smaller financial exits). 📖 In this episode: (00:00) The power of ownership (00:31) Introduction to steward ownership (02:12) Meet Gijsbert Koren (03:27) What is steward ownership? (06:09) Historical context and evolution (09:04) Steward ownership in the Netherlands (10:03) Starting with steward ownership (11:20) Challenges and misconceptions (14:01) Principles of steward ownership (20:21) Attracting investors (23:00) Consumer appeal and talent (27:44) Decision-making in steward ownership (31:45) Agree or disagree: statements (34:03) Transitioning to steward ownership 💡 Key takeaways: Consider steward ownership to keep your company mission-focused.Separate voting rights from economic rights to enable self-governance.Define “enough” profit to align financial goals with your company’s purpose.Involve stakeholders in steward selection for diverse perspectives.Weigh the challenges of attracting capital against the benefits of mission control. 📌 Resources mentioned: We Are StewardsShareTribeConnect With Gijsbert ➡️ About us: People masterminds is a team of former scale-up People & Culture leaders who love working with fast-growing companies. We design what scale (or rightsizing) demands. No slide decks. No theatre. Just sharp minds and deep experience. This podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us.⁠

Can you scale without losing the soul of your company culture?That’s the big question in the latest People masterminds Podcast episode! We sit down with Sandrien Boogaard, HR Director at GoodHabitz, who shares first-hand insights from scaling an international company while keeping culture at the core. 🤔 Is culture more important than strategy? ⚖️ Is culture fit indeed more important than hiring for skills? ⚡ Does fast growth require you to sacrifice culture for speed and results? Tune in to learn more! (00:00) Culture vs. growth (01:11) Meet Sandrien Boogaard (04:54) Scaling GoodHabitz (07:26) Culture in transition (10:11) Leadership through change (12:02) Scaling without losing soul (16:10) Culture challenges in growth (20:12) How leaders shape culture (24:28) HR’s cultural impact (27:00) Evolving company values (29:00) The ‘guide to thrive’ (30:23) Leadership that lives values (32:14) Culture vs. strategy (36:30) Power of internal comms (40:45) Aligning CEO and culture

Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with start-ups and scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe. This episode Deb Gallo is our guest. After working with hypergrowth companies like Wiz and Netflix, she’s now VP Talent Development at Mews, one of the Netherlands’ newest unicorns. We dive into leadership in fast-growing companies and cover: 🌍 Developing leaders in remote environments 💼 Leadership development across different seniority levels 🤖 How AI is changing leadership development 📱 Competing with Instagram & TikTok for training 💡 Why Return on Expectation is the new ROI… If you’re a scale-up leader or People expert, this is a must-listen! 🔥 Read The Mews Constitution here.

Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with start-ups and scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe. We couldn’t have asked for a better guest than Nadia Vatalidis to close out the year. She brought her sharp insights to discuss a very relevant topic: Learning & Development on a tight budget. We talked about: 🎯 Aligning L&D with your business strategy 💡 Why personal learning budgets are often underused 🎥 Microlearning: the TikTok effect and why bite-sized content is the future of learning 👥 The undervalued power of shadowing 🚪 How to ensure people actually show up for a training and much more. Curious to hear Nadia’s take on all of this? Don’t miss this episode. It’s the perfect end to a year full of bold conversations and actionable advice. A big thank you to our amazing new podcast sponsor Ashby. Exactly what an ATS should be.

Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with start-ups and scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe. This episode is all about Talent Acquisition. How is automation reshaping the way we hire? In our latest episode, we explore this with Benjamin Encz and Willem Wijnans from Ashby. Tune in to discover: 🤖 How automation and AI are revolutionizing Talent Acquisition 📊 Aligning hiring with revenue growth, beyond headcount increases ⚖️ Balancing automation and the irreplaceable human touch 🧩 The ideal Talent Acquisition operating model for the future 🤓 What RecOps is and why you need to know this 💩 Why cv's tell you sh#t

Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with start-ups and scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe. This podcast episode we discuss a hot topic in many start-ups and scale-ups: job titles. What to do with them and what not to do? JooBee Yeow shares her valuable lessons. “Cash is king, equity is sacred, and job titles are free (or aren’t they…)?” Tune in to learn: 👕 Why job titles are like buying clothes for kids ⏳ The risk of handing out big titles too early 2️⃣ Two ways to structure job titles in your company 💡The ideal team size before adding another management layer (and title) 🤓 And much more Subscribe here to receive JooBee's insightful newsletter.

Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with start-ups and scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe. This episode, we had a blast chatting with the awesome Lindsay Ross from Bitpanda. We covered everything from building a strong HR foundation for growth to some fun side topics like: ✨ Black outfits and Eveliese’s tan ✨ The first challenges Lindsay had to tackele during Bitpanda’s hypergrowth ✨ Should you set up payroll with a global provider or not? ✨ What’s the ideal People team ratio? ✨ How HR focus shifts from hypergrowth to restructuring to becoming a true business function ✨ Treating HR as a product ➡️ And so much more… You don’t want to miss this one! Links to specifics we discussed: Blog Bitpanda's Growth Week Book Jessica Zwaan - Built for People Luke O'Mahoney Podcast Truth Works

Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with start-ups and scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe. Moms of young kids are your best hires! 🚀 That’s what Ze’ev Rozov, COO at Hibob, told us in this People masterminds podcast episode, where we unravel executive hiring. With his extensive experience in recruiting top-tier executives, we talked about: 🔍 Why past success won’t make you successful in your next job, especially in GTM roles. 📈 Outsource or handle executive hiring internally? 🤔 Is unanimity essential in the decision to hire an executive? 🧩 How to hire for executive roles outside your area of expertise. ⚠️ Whether hiring corporate executives is a recipe for disaster. Give it a listen on your favorite podcast app!