HR Leaders

Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.

Coaching Tools Every HR Leader Needs in 2026
Apr 17, 2025 – 00:42:13
How to Launch AI in the Workplace
Apr 8, 2025 – 00:31:41
How to Lead Across Different Cultures
Apr 3, 2025 – 00:39:04
How McDonald’s Builds a Strong Workplace Culture
Apr 1, 2025 – 00:33:29
How to Balance Empathy and Strategy in HR
Mar 28, 2025 – 00:44:02
How to Earn Employee Trust in 2025
Mar 27, 2025 – 00:42:16
How to Use Predictive Analytics for Employee Retention
Mar 25, 2025 – 00:50:40
How to Create Psychological Safety at Work
Mar 20, 2025 – 00:47:17
How to Build a Skills-Based Organization Using AI
Mar 18, 2025 – 00:50:11
Why Fast Growth Hurts Culture & How to Fix It
Mar 13, 2025 – 00:45:43
How AI is Transforming Workforce Strategies in 2025
Mar 11, 2025 – 00:38:45
How AI is Changing Hiring in 2025
Mar 6, 2025 – 00:41:46
Why Leadership Development is the #1 HR Priority for 2025
Mar 4, 2025 – 00:31:04
How to Build a Talent Marketplace in 2025
Feb 27, 2025 – 00:53:29
How Amazon Builds High-Performing Teams
Feb 25, 2025 – 00:46:40
Why Most Leaders Fail at Building Trust
Feb 20, 2025 – 00:46:46
How Mastercard Uses AI in Talent Management
Feb 18, 2025 – 00:51:42
What New AI Skills Every HR Leaders Needs in 2025
Feb 14, 2025 – 00:57:34
How to Upskill Your Workforce for AI in 2025
Jan 30, 2025 – 00:49:27
How AI is Closing Skill Gaps in the Workplace
Jan 28, 2025 – 00:44:38
How AI is Changing Learning and Development in 2025
Jan 23, 2025 – 00:40:21
How to Balance Employee Well-Being and Performance
Jan 21, 2025 – 00:38:42
How AI is Transforming HR
Jan 16, 2025 – 00:46:28
How to Step Outside Your Comfort Zone as a Leader
Jan 14, 2025 – 00:47:13
How to Lead with Purpose and Vulnerability
Jan 9, 2025 – 00:40:46
How to Balance AI and Human Skills at Work
Jan 7, 2025 – 00:41:12
Everything You Need to Know About Remote Teams in 2025
Dec 19, 2024 – 00:49:12
Why CHROs Are Retiring Faster Than Ever
Nov 28, 2024 – 01:05:46
How Taking Career Risks Can Lead to Success
Nov 20, 2024 – 00:35:43
How to Build Trust and Connection in Remote Teams
Nov 19, 2024 – 00:39:59
How to Balance High Performance and Employee Well-Being
Nov 14, 2024 – 00:33:21
How HR Leaders Can Avoid Burnout
Nov 12, 2024 – 00:53:38
How to Build a Growth Mindset for Career Success
Nov 7, 2024 – 00:51:36
Strategies for Building a People-First Culture in HR
Nov 5, 2024 – 00:54:56
How to Build a People-First Culture in Remote Teams
Oct 31, 2024 – 00:33:12
How to Builds Strong Teams with Career Conversations
Oct 29, 2024 – 00:42:56
Why Storytelling is the Most Powerful Leadership Skill
Oct 25, 2024 – 00:44:28
Why AI Should Be the No.1 Topic for CHROs in 2025
Oct 17, 2024 – 00:42:50
How to Transform HR into a Strategic Partner
Oct 15, 2024 – 00:48:22
What Every Leader Must Know about AI in HR
Oct 10, 2024 – 00:58:29
Top DEI Strategies for 2025
Oct 3, 2024 – 00:45:10
How to Retain Your Top Talent in 2025
Oct 1, 2024 – 00:47:54
From Insight to Impact: How to Navigate the Skills Landscape with People Analytics
Sep 30, 2024 – 00:50:21
Build, Buy or Blend – How to Initiate and Scale a People Analytics Program
Sep 29, 2024 – 00:47:27
The Perfect Pair: How CHROs & People Analytics Leaders Drive Business Outcomes Together
Sep 29, 2024 – 00:48:10
Creating a Workforce AI Edge: Safeguarding People Data in the Age of AI
Sep 29, 2024 – 00:37:32
Creating a Workforce AI Edge: Getting Started on Your AI HR Journey
Sep 28, 2024 – 00:55:33
How People Analytics Catalyzes Manager Effectiveness and Corporate Performance
Sep 28, 2024 – 00:48:30
Breaking Down Silos: A Systemic Strategy for Creating End-to-End HR Impact
Sep 28, 2024 – 00:45:10
The Role of HR in Driving Sustainability
Sep 26, 2024 – 00:36:39

Recent Reviews

Brooke Strauss

Amazing podcast on HR!

If you’re in workplace management, this podcast is a no brainer and a must listen! Chris and his guests provide practical and valuable advice and cover so many topics from inclusivity to workplace communication to vulnerability in leadership. Chris is consistently thought provoking and insightful. Don’t think about it - subscribe now.
Rachelabauer

Do not miss this if you are a HR pro!

I love the way Chris conducts his interviews- they feel like conversations between friends, that just so happen to be about workplace topics and issues that correlate directly to the work that I do. He’s so approachable to listen to and gives great, actionable takeaways for professionals at all levels. Don’t miss this one!
Middlemanof5

Elevating The Right Voices

This conversation with Dr. Kalifa Oliver is GIVING ME LIFE!
Mark Colgan

A must-listen for those who aspire to be great leaders

The perspectives Chris and his guests offer on HR and leadership are incredible. If you’re looking for key insights and actionable advice about how to build and manage a great team, this is the podcast you need to listen to. Thanks Chris!
Miketrave405

Great podcast which goes deep into work culture

I haven’t found any podcast that specifically dives deep into the work culture until I heard this podcast. Chris and his guests discuss all things related to culture, teams, diversity and provide great insights not only for people in HR but any person who is interested in building and working in a highly productive and diverse workforce.
Katie Joy B.

Human resource heroes!

Chris and his incredibly knowledgeable guests shine the brightest of lights on the HR industry and the hardworking people in it! Informative, encouraging, and engaging are just a few of the words I'd use to describe the time you'll spend with them. Thanks so much for putting out such a superb show Chris - keep up the great work!
neenjames

Pay attention if you are a leader to this podcast

Chris has created a phenomenal community of HR leaders sharing brilliant advice for anyone wanting to enchance their leadership skills. His deep knowledge of HR and valuable connections is a powerful combination for listeners. Listen in. Subscribe. You will be so glad you did. Loved being on the show and sharing how HR leaders can get attention to pay #AttentionPays
e-mcd

Resilient Leaders

Great conversation with Chris Rainey. It's a joy to be interviewed by a smart-as-a-whip host. Thank you so much! I tthink all your work is essential
Covisioner

Useful and unique

Chris is great at exploring new concepts to see how they work in real life. He helps translates good ideas into great practices. It's always worth taking a break to learn from these conversations.
ptrocks

Global Perspective is Invaluable

I had the pleasure of being a guest on this podcast recently. Although not in the profession of HR, throughout my career the talented people I have worked with from that field have been my partners through every major decision impacting people. Chris’s podcast allows for a global perspective and look at issues and it is clear that the issues are often the same and I am convinced solutions will cross borders. I love that this podcast has such a global reach.
Tim from NC

It’s a winner

Excellent resource for HR pros, employees and job seekers. Love the behind the scenes stories and insights. Chris is a natural host.
Andy Storch

Great podcast for HR leaders

I am always looking for great podcasts about Talent and HR and this is definitely one of the biggest and best. -Andy Storch Host of the Talent Development Hot Seat
Jose R Costa

The Critical Relationship Between The CEO and HR

Chris Rainey is changing the way we think about HR. I sincerely enjoied our time together and our conversation. Any HR leader should follow Chris's work!
mcdeek

Engaging content!!!

Excited to share this podcast find with all my HR colleagues as well as with those who lean towards leadership as a highly sought after quality in our workplaces! Chris and team have really cultivated a fantastic selection of professionals who represent a wide swath in this space without the generalizing that can be found in other podcasts. Chris's interview technique is smooth and engaging and each guest brings a wonderful viewpoint to a sometimes "dry" industry!
casasc_

A Great Human Resources Podcast

Chris work at HR Leaders has been pivotal to its phenomenal growth in the HR community space. Learn about best practices from thought industry leaders discussing leadership and coaching to learning and development. A great podcast show to put in your ears in 2018.
Boulevard0870

Thought Provoking

HRD Leaders is an extraordinary forum for thought provoking dialogue. Chris Rainey creates insightful conversations with forward thinking HR leaders from all across the globe. Well done!!
meganw5

Good show!

I listen to HR Leaders every week and enjoy the content. Sometimes however, Chris needs to allow his guests to speak....he asks a question but then rambles on and doesn’t allow them to get to the answer right away.
CaffeinatedKyle.com

Must listen to podcast for HR leaders

This is a lively, informative podcast that all HR leaders, job seekers and just people in general need to be listening to!
Jhaden

Great content, great conversations

HR Leaders takes you behind the scenes of leadership -- and of navigating the sometimes murky waters of how HR both serves and leads organizations. Great show.