Join Hebba Youssef, Chief People Officer at Workweek and founder & creator of “I Hate It Here”, the community helping thousands of HR leaders reclaim their voice as she shares how HR leaders can move from firefighting to shaping the future of work.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to move from crisis manager to business leader
• The truth about burnout (it’s not the workload)
• Why “fairness” at work is a myth — and what to fight for instead
• AI’s hidden impact on women and the skills tech can’t replace
• The 2026 capabilities that will define winning orgs
• How to reposition HR from people ops to business ops

Guest Quote

“ If you have a CEO who's really business-minded, I would get them to care about the people by saying the more engaged employees are, the more productive they are, the better it is for our bottom line. Treating people well is good business. You just got to figure out how to position that. And I think a lot of current CEOs do realize that.”

Time Stamps

00:50] From Skeptic to People Leader: Hebba Youssef’s Path into HR

[01:52] Building “I Hate It Here”

[06:08] The Hidden Work: Emotional Labor and Boundaries in HR

[11:58] AI at Work: Where It Helps, Where It Hurts, What’s Next

[14:34] Future-Proof HR: Skills That Matter Most Now

[16:33] Leading Through Change

[20:28] The Tightrope: Balancing People Needs with Business Reality

[23:11] The Future of HR

[38:23] Remembering Your Why

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Join Lance Blair, Liquid Death’s Senior Global Benefits & Employee Engagement Manager and Rippling’s 2025 Compliance Champion, as he shares how his team buried spreadsheets, banished SaaD systems, and brought HR back from the dead — all with Rippling’s automation and unified platform.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Bury the manual work: See how Liquid Death runs onboarding, payroll, compliance, and reporting — automatically — in one platform. No chaos. No ghosts.
• Bring open enrollment back from the dead: Discover how to turn Q4’s biggest nightmare into a one-click dream with automated benefits and carrier integrations.
• Slay costs with automation that actually works: See how unified data and no-code tools cut wasted time — and tools — for good.

Guest Quote

“ A lot of my job has become automated through Rippling… And obviously double, triple checking–crossing our T's, dotting our I's–is very important even within the rippling platform. But I definitely have a lot more bandwidth and time to focus on driving [our] year of connection.”

Time Stamps

[01:32] From Events to HR: Lance’s Unconventional Career Path

[03:16] Joining Liquid Death

[04:37] Early Days at Liquid Death

[06:19] Life Before Automation

[08:34] How Rippling Transformed HR Ops

[20:24] The Next Era: HR’s Role in an AI-Driven Future

[21:38] The Power of Human Touch in HR

[26:08] Leading the Culture Shift: Lance’s Vision for People & Engagement

[29:25] Advice for Aspiring HR Leaders

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Josh Bersin has spent nearly three decades studying the future of work, and his message is clear: HR is no longer about compliance. It’s the strategic backbone of every company. As AI transforms roles and creates “super workers,” the value of human capital has never been higher.

Now, you can hear exactly how HR leaders can rise to meet this moment.

Join Josh Bersin, world-renowned industry analyst, author, and educator, and Vanessa Kahkesh, HR Content Lead at Rippling, for an inside look at the skills, strategies, and mindsets shaping the next era of work.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

01 Why AI is accelerating the shift from administrative HR to strategic business leadership

02 The new capabilities HR leaders must develop to influence beyond HR

03 How to harness people data to earn credibility in the C-suite

04 Josh’s real-world lessons from three decades advising the world’s top companies

Guest Bio

Josh Bersin is an analyst, author, educator, and thought leader focusing on the global talent market and the challenges and trends impacting business workforces around the world. He studies the world of work, HR and leadership practices, and the broad talent technology market. He is often cited as one of the leading HR and workplace industry analysts in the world.

He founded Bersin & Associates in 2001 to provide research and advisory services focused on corporate learning. Over the next ten years, he expanded the company’s coverage to encompass HR, talent management, talent acquisition, and leadership and became a recognized expert in the talent market. He sold the company to Deloitte in 2012, when it became known as Bersin™ by Deloitte. He currently sits on the board of UC Berkeley Executive Education.

Most recently, Bersin launched the Josh Bersin Academy, the world’s first global development academy for HR and talent professionals at all levels and across all industries. Serving as the Academy’s dean, Bersin guides its program offerings, interacts with members, and shares relevant research and insights to help HR and talent professionals stay current on the trends and practices needed to drive success in the modern world of work.

Guest Quote

“ I know for sure that no matter how smart or super intelligent AI becomes, the human value add will always be the most important differentiator in a business.”

Time Stamps

[00:57] Josh’s Path: From Engineer to HR Analyst

[05:43] AI & the Rise of the Super Worker

[10:56] Skills Every HR Leader Needs Now

[20:56] People Data as C-Suite Currency

[24:11] Inside Irresistible Organizations

[33:33] The Future of Work is Human

[34:56] Josh’s Legacy & Final Lessons

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Paige Erickson knows what HR chaos looks like: five payroll systems, scattered data, and endless spreadsheets. When acquisitions pushed Forbes Advisor to the brink, she led a bold shift to Rippling, transforming their HR strategy into a streamlined global system employees actually enjoy.

Now, you can hear exactly how she made it happen.

Join Paige Erickson, Senior Director of HR at Forbes Advisor, and Vanessa Kahkesh, HR Content Lead at Rippling, for a real-world playbook for transforming global HR from scattered systems into one seamless experience.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

01 Why outdated HR systems cost more than just time

02 How Paige led a seamless global transformation in just eight weeks

03 The strategies she used to win over her entire C-Suite

04 Real-world automations that saved her team hours each week and elevated HR’s strategic value

Guest Quote

“If there's anything that you are feeling like you are not getting through your current HRIS system, it's definitely worth the switch because it's not worth the headache. I don't have a single headache about Rippling. I think that says a lot.”

Time Stamps

[01:23] Life Before Rippling: Five Systems, Endless Spreadsheets

[03:37] The Breaking Point and Decision to Change

[10:20] From Chaos to Control: A Seamless Implementation

[16:27] Paige’s 8-Week Implementation Playbook

[24:05] Employee & Finance Reactions to the Switch

[30:49] From Manual Onboarding to Workflow Automation

[46:09] Paige’s Advice: Why It’s Worth the Switch

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Liquid Death built an iconic $1.4B brand by breaking the rules—and they did the same with HR. Instead of settling for a broken system, they scrapped it and went all-in on one that actually works.

Now, you can hear exactly how they did it.

Join Alice Young, VP of People & Culture at Liquid Death, and Vanessa Kahkesh, HR Content Lead at Rippling, for a behind-the-scenes look at how they executed a seamless, scalable HR transformation.

In this live webinar, you'll learn:

01 Why 2025 is your best shot to kill legacy HR for good

02 How to lock in executive buy-in—fast

03 Proven frameworks for evaluating HR systems that actually scale

04 Alice's real-world lessons from scaling people at Liquid Death

Guest Bio

Alice Young currently serves as the VP of People and Culture at Liquid Death. Prior experience includes roles as Director of HRBP at FabFitFun from 2019 to June 2021, and Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Riot Games from 2016 to 2018, where Alice supported a large cross-functional team in producing League of Legends and managed employee relations case systems. Earlier positions include Associate Director at California Lawyers for the Arts and Dispute Resolution Associate at the Center for Conflict Resolution, where Alice facilitated mediation services. Alice holds a Juris Doctor degree from Loyola Law School and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from California State University, Northridge.

Guest Quote

“ We're here to ensure that the business is successful, that we have the right people in the right place at the right time, focused on the right things with the right goals.”

Time Stamps

[02:40] Meet Alice Young: From Law to People & Culture

[04:56] Building HR From Scratch

[06:34] The Big Switch

[13:51] Scaling Culture & Vision for HR

[16:37] Implementing Rippling

[18:26] Advice for the Next Generation

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This episode features an interview with Julie Barker, CEO of Cultivate Talent.

Julie brings 20 years of experience in HR and recruitment, having scaled teams and shaped talent strategies across startups and global enterprises, including Aprimo, Teradata and Appirio. She’s an advisor at Tercera, a VC firm focused on the next wave of cloud companies, and serves on the board of Next Gen Talent, where she helps rising HR leaders build the business acumen to drive impact.

In this episode, Julie unpacks what it really means to build an intentional people strategy in the age of AI. She shares a practical approach to evolving roles, structuring headcount planning that adapts in real time, and aligning talent to shifting business goals. Whether you’re leading a team of 10 or 10,000, Julie’s insights will help you design a more agile, aligned, and human-centered talent roadmap.

Guest Bio

Julie has spent 20 years in HR and Recruitment at companies across all stages and across the globe. Julie is an advisor for Tercera, which is a venture capital firm focused on enabling the third wave of cloud computing. She also serves on the board of Next Gen Talent focused on equipping emerging HR and Talent leaders with the business skills to move their organizations forward.

Guest Quote

“Companies spend a lot of time on their annual headcount plan… and then what I think sometimes happens is we lose sight of these quarterly checkpoints...We forget to reconnect the headcount strategy to those goal realignment conversations.”

Time Stamps

[00:41] Meet Julie Barker: Her Journey Into Talent Strategy

[03:32] The Hidden Risk of Hiring “Great” People

[07:59] What Intentional People Strategy Really Looks Like

[09:32] The Annual Headcount Plan Mistake Most Companies Make

[17:14] Designing for AI: Shifting Orgs, Roles & Mindsets

[21:39] Culture Truths: Tough Decisions, Real Alignment

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This episode features Part 2 of a conversation with Bukky Osifeso, founder of TAG HR Consulting.

From building people-first cultures at Netflix and Disney to launching her own game-changing consultancy, Bukky is redefining what modern HR leadership looks like. With over 20 years of experience across some of the world’s most respected brands, she brings a rare blend of big-company insight and startup agility to everything she touches.

In Part 2, Bukky walks us through what it really takes to lead a massive global reorg—with over 700 employees across APAC, EMEA, LATAM, and the U.S. She shares how she shifted power from headquarters to local leaders, designed an operating model that enabled true autonomy, and kept people at the center even as reporting lines and job scopes evolved. From surfacing unspoken fears in “safety net chats” to building cross-functional working groups that actually had teeth, Bukky offers a human-first roadmap for org design at scale.

Guest Bio

Bukky Osifeso is a seasoned HR executive and the founder of TAG HR Consulting, a boutique firm specializing in Fractional HR leadership and end-to-end people solutions for startups and small to mid-sized businesses. TAG helps organizations build scalable HR infrastructure, shape impactful people strategies, and cultivate strong leadership cultures through tailored consulting, audits, organizational design, talent development, and strategic advisory support.

With over 20 years of experience, Bukky has held influential roles across leading global brands including 7.5 years at Netflix, 11 years at Disney, and 2.5 years at Amgen. Her career has been anchored in transforming organizations through purpose-driven leadership, people-first strategies, and a deep understanding of business operations.

Based in Valencia, California, Bukky is a proud wife and mom of three (ages 12, 8, and 4). Outside of work, she finds joy in daily walks (Over 500 days!), travel, and creating floral arrangements that reflect her creative spirit. Her leadership brand? Authentic and human. Period.

Guest Quote

“Stop playing therapist and start playing chess. Influence isn’t built on how nice you are—it’s built on how necessary your voice becomes when the pressure is on.”

Time Stamps

[00:25] Meet Bukky Osifeso: From Big Tech to Bold HR Consulting

[01:26] The Real Work of Organizational Change

[02:34] How to Design for Scale Without Losing People

[05:34] Behind the Scenes: Frameworks That Drive Smart Decisions

[05:48] Local Empowerment That Isn’t Just Lip Service

[09:29] What We Got Wrong—and What We’d Do Differently

[15:43] Bukky’s Playbook: Advice for Leading Global Reorgs with Heart

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This episode features Part 1 of a conversation with Bukky Osifeso, founder of TAG HR Consulting.

From building people-first cultures at Netflix and Disney to launching her own game-changing consultancy, Bukky is redefining what modern HR leadership looks like. With over 20 years of experience across some of the world’s most respected brands, she brings a rare blend of big-company insight and startup agility to everything she touches.

In Part 1, Bukky shares what it actually takes to become a trusted advisor to the C-suite. She breaks down how to build credibility early in your career, gain business fluency without a seat at the executive table, and show up human-to-human, not just as an HR enforcer. From navigating late-night Slack pings to designing high-trust relationships that drive strategic impact, Bukky offers a blueprint for becoming the right hand your CEO didn’t know they needed. Whether you’re new to HR or looking to lead with more influence, Bukky’s approach will help you skip the posturing and earn a real seat at the table.

Guest Bio

Bukky Osifeso is a seasoned HR executive and the founder of TAG HR Consulting, a boutique firm specializing in Fractional HR leadership and end-to-end people solutions for startups and small to mid-sized businesses. TAG helps organizations build scalable HR infrastructure, shape impactful people strategies, and cultivate strong leadership cultures through tailored consulting, audits, organizational design, talent development, and strategic advisory support.

With over 20 years of experience, Bukky has held influential roles across leading global brands including 7.5 years at Netflix, 11 years at Disney, and 2.5 years at Amgen. Her career has been anchored in transforming organizations through purpose-driven leadership, people-first strategies, and a deep understanding of business operations.

Based in Valencia, California, Bukky is a proud wife and mom of three (ages 12, 8, and 4). Outside of work, she finds joy in daily walks (Over 500 days!), travel, and creating floral arrangements that reflect her creative spirit. Her leadership brand? Authentic and human. Period.

Guest Quote

“ I always say this thing where I wanna be the HR person that I will call when I have a need. I love that. So I need to be able to trust me every time I look in the mirror.”

Time Stamps

[00:41] Meet Bukky Osifeso: From Netflix & Disney to TAG HR

[02:13] Big Company Lessons That Still Shape Her Leadership

[03:45] Building Credibility: Why HR Ops Still Matters

[05:32] Becoming the Exec’s Trusted Advisor (Without Saying Yes to Everything)

[09:32] What Early-Career HR Gets Wrong About Influence

[11:26] How to Speak the Language of the Business

[14:21] Real Access, Real Talk: Building Human-First Partnerships

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