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- How can CHROs lead authentically and inspire their organization with a clear vision and purpose?
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Building trust through transparent and empathetic communication.
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How are CHRO’s driving change and fostering a thriving workplace culture?
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What are their priorities when it comes to shaping the future of their workplaces?
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Attendees will have a focus area or business problem to discuss in their groups. This is an opportunity to collaborate and share ideas with your fellow attendees.
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- What recruitment challenges are organisations facing in today’s labour market?
- Building and promoting an employer brand that attracts top talent.
- Improving the candidate experience and leveraging technology to improve efficiency.
- Developing resilient workforce pipelines and discovering fresh talent sources.
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- Exploring the key traits, values, and expectations of different generations. What are their differences, their similarities, and how can you use this knowledge when crafting a learning program?
- Strategies for creating engaging and effective L&D initiatives tailored to your employee’s needs and preferences.
- What techniques can be used to promote understanding and collaboration between all generations in the workplace?
- How to best use the latest digital tools and platforms to enhance learning experiences.
- How you can use Gen-Z’s affinity for digital learning to support and upskill workers from other generations.
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- Strategies for building a positive, inclusive, workplace culture that’s built on respect, transparency and trust.
- The role of leaders in inspiring and guiding teams, what qualities must good leaders have?
- Ensuring psychological safety, how can you create an environment that encourages innovation and creativity and reduces the fear of failure?
- Developing open communication channels and understanding engagement drivers.
- Building synergies among the different generations in the workplace.
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- Understanding the strategic value of developing leaders at all levels within the organization.
- What techniques can be used for recognizing and assessing leadership potential among employees?
- How to effectively design Leadership programs. What are the key elements of successful leadership development programs?
- How to integrate classic leadership theories with contemporary practices such as coaching, mentoring, and digital learning.
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- Why prioritizing DE&I in your L&D program will help lead you to overall success.
- How to develop culturally competent training materials. What guidelines should be put in place to ensure diverse perspectives and cultural sensitivity are included in learning content?
- What strategies can be used to identify and remove any barriers that prevent equitable access to training and development?
- What tools and metrics are most effective to assess the success of DE&I efforts within L&D programs?
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- How can Talent leaders create a robust employee engagement strategy that not only retains employees but also fosters a high-performing, motivated, and satisfied workforce?
- What resonates with employees? How to respond back on employee surveys and feedback.
- What key metrics should you be measuring and benchmarking against?
- The role of AI and data analytics for a better understanding of employee behaviour and to predict engagement trends.
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- How can HR stay on top of technology advances so they can effectively lead their organizations through digital transformation?
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How can technology unlock productivity and enhance the employee experience?
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The role of tech enabling cross-team collaboration and connecting employees wherever they work.
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Enabling data-driven decisions through technology and integrated systems that provide a holistic view of the workforce.
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- Developing leaders who can manage and lead across different cultures and geographical boundaries.
- Equipping leaders with the skills to manage and drive change within the organization, especially in times of rapid technological and market shifts.
- Short-term versus long-term: creating leadership development programs that serve both current and future-business needs.
- The importance of personalized Leadership Development Plans based on individual strengths and career aspirations.
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- How can talent leaders navigate talent shortages and find and retain skilled employees in a highly competitive market?
- How can leaders ensure their workforce stays up to date with rapid technological changes?
- What steps can leaders take to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce?
- How can leaders maintain high levels of employee engagement and provide continuous development opportunities?
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- How to utilize tech to complement traditional learning methods already in place.
- How to highlight and tackle challenges that may arise when integrating tech into L&D, like user adoption, support and data privacy.
- What tech is currently trending and how can it be adopted within the L&D space? Learn what tech is worth the investment.
- How can tech be used to create a more personalized and impactful learning experience?
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- Reframing DEI as the foundation of company culture and not just a set of rules and headcounts.
- Beyond DEI initiatives, how can organizations truly integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of workplace practices and processes?
- Navigating policy shifts and DEI sustainability: How do evolving government directives impact DEI strategies and the importance of maintaining long-term, holistic approaches?
- Addressing DEI challenges and resistance: Proactively managing internal pushback, legal complexities, and external perceptions while keeping DEI at the forefront of organizational priorities.
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- What key learning trends are we seeing in L&D and how will this impact existing program structures?
- Identifying the critical skills and competencies needed for the future and understanding how as L&D professionals we can enhance them.
- How as an L&D leader can you ensure you meet your strategic responsibilities and align with the business’s overall objectives?
- What tests and scaling solutions can you use to drive impact, while being flexible and sensitive to how your business is changing?
- How can you bring vision and focus to your team to foster a culture of continuous learning and help them evolve from a tactical role to strategic advisors for business stakeholders?
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• How can CHROs and talent leaders harness AI and emerging technologies to drive workforce transformation while maintaining a people-first approach?
• How can organizations optimize decision-making using AI-driven insights on talent acquisition, workforce planning and leadership development?
• Striking the balance between automation and human interaction and using technology to enhance, rather than replace, the human element of talent management.
• The role of AI and technology in fostering continuous learning, upskilling, and workforce agility to meet evolving business needs.
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- Going beyond perks and benefits and building a culture where employees feel valued, engaged, and motivated.
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Empowering employees to make changes to improve their work experience directly.
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What operational aspects can you improve to enhance employee experience?
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Understanding the unique needs and experiences of various employee groups and crafting motivating and engaging employee experiences.
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Creating a workplace that is fulfilling and enjoyable.
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The 2024 Work Trend Index reveals that AI adoption in the workplace has surged, with 75% of global knowledge workers now using AI tools. This shift is reshaping job roles and creating a talent shortage, making AI skills a critical asset for future hires and career advancement.
Join us to walk through the findings and get insights on how to take actionable next steps to lead your employees through this transformation.Senior Representative, Microsoft
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- Enabling collaboration, both in-person and digitally, so employees can contribute effectively no matter where they work. When should collaboration be in person vs online?
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Connecting employees to the organization's purpose to drive engagement
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How can you enhance communication and transparency?
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Generating authentic remote connections and capturing those all-important ‘water-cooler’ moments.
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- Company needs vs People needs: how to transcend the dichotomy?
- Redesigning your Employee Experience: where to start and where to land?
- How can your leaders deliver what they promise employees and candidates?
- How can you ensure your EVP drive employee engagement and retention setting you apart from the competition
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With so much political unrest and religious conflict in the world, the importance of knowing how to deal with workplace disputes has never been so important.
- As leaders, how can HR equip themselves to deal with any workplace conflict in a fair and sensitive manner?
- What practical steps can you put in place to deal with any conflicts?
- How can you create safe spaces, an inclusive culture, and strengthen relationships for a positive workplace environment?
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- Discover the integral roles, learning and socialization play in employee development.
- Understand the social values of today's employees.
- Explore how you can leverage social behaviors to create more impactful learning experiences, increase engagement and create return for your organization.
- Gain actionable, budget-friendly takeaways you can immediately implement in your organization.
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- Successfully aligning HR strategies with the company’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
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How can you tailor change initiatives to fit diverse cultural differences across global teams as well as adhere to legal implications in different regions?
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How can you build trust and engagement from employees, so they are more open to change, how do you deal with change resistance or fatigue?
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Ensuring that changes contribute to the long-term success and stability of the organization.
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- How to develop an efficient succession plan which is robust enough to withstand constant change in today’s world?
- Criteria for identifying potential leaders.
- Techniques to keep high-potential employees engaged and motivated.
- Developing future leaders through structured development programs (e.g., leadership training, mentorship).
- Identifying potential roadblocks.
- Create a sustainable leadership pipeline that supports long-term business success.
- How can you monitor and measure the progress of your success programs?
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- HR’s role in fuelling business growth and driving innovation in uncertain times.
- How can organizations create powerful employee experiences that accelerate business growth?
- Encouraging intrapreneurship and creativity so employees are not bogged down by red tape and permission seeking.
- Leadership’s role in modelling and supporting innovative behaviours.
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- How to take your global company learning initiative scale it down and personalize it for your teams across the world, whilst ensuring quality and consistency are kept across diverse departments.
- Why a ‘one size fits all’ approach will never work. How to regulate budgets and resources fairly, dependent on locations, team sizes, and roles.
- Carrying out needs assessments and identifying key differences by working with your top teams in each location.
- How to ensure communication is consistent with your different offices and teams to show the company’s support and enthusiasm for learning and development of the employees.
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In a world of rapid technological innovation, it’s easy for L&D professionals to be swept up by the latest trends and lose sight of the value of human-centred approaches. This session explores why human connection remains essential and how to keep learners at the heart of development.
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- What strategies can be used for embedding learning into daily activities and making it a normal part of work life?
- How to effectively conduct a needs assessment, identify performance gaps, and gather and analyze data.
- What does it take to design a performance enablement program that aligns and integrates with the organization’s business objectives?
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- What are the business benefits of becoming a skills-based organization?
- How to shift your talent strategies across the employee lifecycle for skills-based planning.
- Approaches to implementation, where should you start?
- Leveraging technology to increase skills visibility across the organization.
- Measuring the ROI and communicating the business value to the wider organization.
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- Embracing the inevitable hurdles and setbacks with a positive and constructive mindset.
- Adapting performance management strategies to align with the organization's current capabilities and limitations.
- Equipping managers and employees with the essential skills and tools needed to drive effective performance management.
- Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.
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- Does your EVP address the changing priorities and values of the modern workforce?
- What do employees now expect from employers?
- Can your leaders deliver what they promise employees and candidates?
- How can you ensure your EVP drive employee engagement and retention setting you apart from the competition?
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- Employer branding: How does this help in conveying the company's culture and values to prospective candidates?
- How can social media and online platforms be used to further your employer branding strategies?
- What effect does employer branding have on how a company is seen by potential employees and those already employed by the organisation?
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- Learn to recognize and identify the most valuable skills needed within your organization.
- How to conduct an assessment on individuals to gauge which of these transferable skills they are lacking.
- What strategies can be used to embed the development of these power skills into existing L&D programs?
- What tools and frameworks can you use in your organization to measure the improvement and impact that training is having on your employee's development?
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- How are organisations redefining remote and hybrid work policies to meet both employee needs and business objectives?
- How can you ensure fairness and maintain productivity across different working environments?
- Overcoming employee resistance – are RTO mandates the answer?
- What business implications are there if you reverse hybrid working?
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- Understanding Gen Z Expectations, what does Gen Z look for in employers and work environments?
- How can companies effectively attract and retain the next generation of talent so they have a dynamic and future-ready workforce?
- Is your candidate experience up to scratch? How can you avoid being ghosted by potential talent?
- Aligning organizational values and practices to attract and retain young talent.
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This session will explore the significant impact that exercise can have on workplace performance. By delving into research-based findings, we will uncover how physical activity not only enhances individual productivity but also fosters essential skills that are transferable to professional settings. Attendees will gain insights into the multifaceted benefits of exercise, from boosting confidence to improving networking abilities. They will leave with practical examples and actionable ideas that can be implemented in their own workplaces to enhance employee performance, engagement and well-being.
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- When should you use AI for learning? How can organizations ensure they are not being distracted by the latest technology and ensure effective use?
- How to use AI to create tailored learning paths and content that cater to individual learner needs and preferences.
- How to use AI automation to your advantage to streamline administrative tasks program management, and analytics.
- Leveraging technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and gamification to create immersive and engaging learning experiences.
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- Developing human leaders and equipping them with skills to lead with empathy, authenticity and inclusiveness.
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Getting leadership buy-in and making sure they model healthy behaviours and recognize wellness initiatives.
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What steps can organizations put in place to embed health and wellbeing into everyday work practices?
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Meeting employees’ individual needs and creating a sense of purpose and belonging.
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"It was my first experience at the Future of Work conference, and I will highly recommend it to my fellow colleagues and HR network. I thoroughly enjoyed the sessions, meeting leaders from different industries and learning about the latest trends and best practices in HR. This conference is going to be on the top of my list every year to attend"
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"I was impressed with the variety of people and companies that were represented and found the networking and content worthwhile."
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"This conference provided relevant topics facing organizations today as we prepare for the future of work and I was able to take takeaway tangible ideas and plans that I can use within my own organization. The breadth of speakers from small and large industries made the conversation relevant to everyone."
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"The learning sessions were great, and the speakers were really effective in delivering their messages. Overall, it was a valuable experience that provided practical insights and strategies for professional growth. I recommend attending this conference in the future."
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"This was a great group of HR leaders coming together to discuss relevant and important topics. Work cannot stay the same so having these future forward conversations is of upmost importance. Thanks for a great event."
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"An excellent event with a variety of speakers on key topics for HR and business."
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"A great event with inspiring speakers, panel sessions and brilliant networking opportunities. I've walked away engaged and full of ideas to take back to my day job."
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"The conference was excellent, I’m already looking forward to the next one."
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"This event was fantastic! Lots of good insights from the HR community. I certainly came away with some great ideas."
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"2 great days of expanding my thinking, exploring alternative ways of achieving results and networking in a supportive and professional environment. So glad I invested in this conference for myself and my team. The pre conference information as excellent as well, making it easy for us to plan and manage deadlines and expectations. Looking forward to the one."
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"I stumbled upon FOW because I was looking for ideas on how to use my company’s learning stipend, and I wish I had taken advantage of this opportunity before. I was at a point in my career where I was feeling uninspired, and FOW gave me the spark. The speakers, the content, and the attendees were phenomenal and I can’t wait for FOW 2025!"
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"A fantastic way to connect with colleagues across L&D, be inspired to do more and better - and be assured that you're staying ahead of the L&D curve."
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"An important event for L&D professionals in Canada that provides key insights on the future of learning."
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"There is a ton of value in attending the L&D Leaders USA Conference- particularly tangible takeaways that you can bring back to your organization. Personally the connections you can make are also worth the time."
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"A successful event is when I can walk away with new ideas and tools to support my clients, plus new friends and colleagues. The Future of Work hit a home run meeting those measures. Great job!"
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"Future of Work USA 2024 was an amazing event! It provided great insights on how to address the latest trends in hiring, retaining and technology to support growing business needs related to people. I highly recommend attending."
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"The Future of Work conference provided me with invaluable insights and a unique opportunity to connect with industry peers and learn from leading experts in the field. I particularly enjoyed the sessions on AI and automation, adaptation to changing work conditions, and creating a skill strategy which offered thought-provoking perspectives and actionable strategies. I'm eager to bring these valuable lessons back to my team and incorporate them into our ongoing projects and initiatives. Thank you for an inspiring experience!"