by Joey Price, Jumpstart tHR
Joey’s HR Lounge is an HR podcast for HR leaders, CHROs, and HR tech decision-makers. Hosted by Joey Price, it delivers practical conversations on HR strategy, recruiting, employee engagement, compliance, analytics, and HR technology trends shaping the future of work. Want to take the conversation further? Become a founding member of our exclusive "For HR Leaders only" community at joeyshrlounge.com.
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May 5, 2026
<p>As AI reshapes the workplace, one question continues to rise to the top: <strong>Are we hiring and developing talent based on what people can do—or what’s written on their resume?</strong></p> <p>In this episode of Joey’s HR Lounge, Joey Price sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinehanke/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Caroline Hanke</a>, Global Head of Organizational Growth and Health at <a href="https://www.sap.com/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">SAP</a>, to explore how one of the world’s leading organizations is putting <strong>skills-based hiring and internal mobility into practice.</strong></p> <p>Caroline’s journey into HR is anything but traditional. With a background in computer science, she made a deliberate pivot into HR to help shape how organizations evolve in the age of AI—where skills, not job titles or degrees, are becoming the true currency of work.</p> <p>Together, Joey and Caroline unpack how SAP is building a <strong>skills-led organization</strong>, leveraging <strong>internal opportunity marketplaces</strong>, and activating <strong>employee network groups</strong> to surface hidden talent and expand access to opportunity.</p> <p>This conversation goes beyond theory. It’s a practical look at what it takes to move from static job structures to dynamic, skills-based workforce strategies—especially in a time when no one can fully predict what the future of work will look like.</p> <p>If you’re an HR leader navigating uncertainty, workforce transformation, or the shift toward skills-based hiring, this episode offers a grounded and forward-looking perspective.</p> <h2>🔑 Key Topics Covered</h2> <ul> <li>What <strong>skills-based hiring</strong> really means in today’s workforce</li> <li>Why <strong>skills are becoming more valuable than degrees or job titles</strong></li> <li>How SAP is building a <strong>skills-led organization at scale</strong></li> <li>The role of <strong>internal opportunity marketplaces</strong> in talent mobility</li> <li>How <strong>employee network groups</strong> can unlock hidden skills and potential</li> <li>Balancing <strong>AI-driven transformation with human-centered workforce strategy</strong></li> <li>Why HR leaders must plan for multiple future scenarios—not just one</li> </ul> <h2>💡 Key Takeaways</h2> <ul> <li>Skills-based hiring is not just about recruiting—it’s about <strong>restructuring how work is defined and distributed</strong></li> <li>Internal mobility becomes more effective when organizations <strong>make skills visible across the workforce</strong></li> <li>Employee network groups can serve as <strong>untapped engines for talent discovery and development</strong></li> <li>HR doesn’t need perfect answers about AI—but must <strong>actively prepare the workforce for multiple futures</strong></li> <li>Organizations that move fastest will be those willing to <strong>act before everything is fully defined</strong></li> </ul> <h2>🔊 Notable Quotes</h2> <ul> <li>“Skills are the currency that counts in the age of AI.”</li> <li>“No one knows exactly what the future of AI will look like—but we still have to prepare for it.”</li> <li>“When you focus on skills, you open doors that were previously closed to people.”</li> </ul> <h2>👤 About the Guest</h2> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinehanke/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Caroline Hanke</a> is the Global Head of Organizational Growth and Health at SAP, where she leads strategic workforce management and the company’s transition to a <strong>skills-led organization</strong>. With a background in computer science, Caroline brings a unique perspective to HR—bridging technology, workforce strategy, and organizational transformation in the age of AI.</p> <h2>📣 Call to Action</h2> <p>If this episode sparked ideas about how your organization approaches hiring, development, or internal mobility:</p> <ul> <li>Share this episode with a fellow HR leader</li> <li>Start a conversation with your leadership team about <strong>skills-based hiring</strong></li> <li>Subscribe to Joey’s HR Lounge for more conversations at the intersection of HR, technology, and the future of work</li> </ul> <h2>🌐 Stay Connected</h2> <ul> <li>Joey Price: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyvprice">https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyvprice</a> </li> <li>Podcast: Joey’s HR Lounge (Apple, Spotify, YouTube)</li> <li>HR Consulting, Research & Insights: Jumpstart HR - <a href="https://www.jumpstart-hr.com">https://www.jumpstart-hr.com</a></li> <li>Purchase Joey's Book: "The Power of HR: How To Make An Organizational Impact as a People-Professional" <a href="https://amzn.to/4thQdGh">https://amzn.to/4thQdGh</a> </li> </ul>
April 13, 2026
<h2>📝 Episode Description</h2> <p>The role of HR has never been under more pressure—or more opportunity.</p> <p>In this episode of Joey’s HR Lounge, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyvprice" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Joey Price</a> sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgregorczyk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Meagan Gregorczyk</a> to unpack what’s really happening inside today’s HR function. From rising expectations around ROI to the rapid adoption of AI, HR leaders are being asked to operate at a level that requires both strategic clarity and operational discipline.</p> <p>Together, they explore why many HR teams are struggling to prove impact, where technology is helping versus creating more noise, and what it truly takes to earn trust at the executive table. This conversation goes beyond surface-level trends to examine the deeper shifts shaping how HR must show up in today’s business environment.</p> <p>If you’re an HR leader navigating competing priorities, evolving technology, and increasing pressure to deliver results, this episode offers a grounded and timely perspective on what matters most right now.</p> <h2>🔑 Topics Covered</h2> <ul> <li>The current state of HR and why expectations are rising</li> <li>Why proving ROI remains one of HR’s biggest challenges</li> <li>The gap between HR tech adoption and business impact</li> <li>Where AI is delivering real value versus distraction</li> <li>Burnout, bandwidth, and the reality inside HR teams</li> <li>How HR can build credibility with CFOs and executive leadership</li> <li>What future-ready HR leaders are doing differently</li> </ul> <h2>💬 Standout Quotes</h2> <ul> <li>“AI isn’t the strategy. It’s exposing the gaps.”</li> <li>“If HR can’t prove ROI, someone else will define it for us.”</li> <li>“We don’t have a tech problem. We have a decision problem.”</li> </ul> <h2>📘 Resources & Ways to Engage</h2> <p>If this conversation resonated with you, here are a few ways to go deeper:</p> <p>👉 <strong>Get the book:</strong><br><a href="https://amzn.to/3Q4O9n7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Power of HR: How to Make an Organizational Impact as a People Professional</a><br> A practical guide for HR leaders who want to strengthen their influence and drive real business results.</p> <p>👉 <strong>Explore insights and research:</strong><br> Visit <a href="https://www.jumpstart-hr.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.jumpstart-hr.com</a><strong><a rel="noopener" target="_new" class="decorated-link cursor-pointer"><span class="ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none"> </span></a></strong> for advisory services, HR consulting, and research-backed insights designed to help you make smarter people decisions.</p> <p>👉 <strong>Contribute to the latest research:</strong><br> Take the <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XYXMNR7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Insights@Work Survey</a> and share your perspective on the evolving world of HR, technology, and leadership. Your input helps shape the data and insights we bring back to the HR community.</p> <h2>🎙️ About Joey Price</h2> <p>Joey Price is the CEO of Jumpstart HR, an HR consulting and research firm, and author of The Power of HR. He helps organizations and HR technology companies align people strategies with business performance. Through Joey’s HR Lounge, he creates space for real conversations about the future of work, leadership, and HR innovation.</p> <h2>👤 About Meagan Gregorczyk</h2> <p>Meagan Gregorczyk builds the infrastructure that makes organizations work—and the communications that make transformation stick. With over 20 years of experience, she has partnered with C-suite leaders at companies including Amazon, Google, Snowflake, ServiceNow, GE, and Globalization Partners to architect the systems, narratives, and operating models that move people and businesses forward.</p> <h2>🚀 Stay Connected</h2> <p>If you enjoyed this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Follow Joey’s HR Lounge on your favorite podcast platform</li> <li>Subscribe on YouTube for full video episodes and clips</li> <li>Share this episode with an HR leader who’s navigating change</li> </ul>
April 8, 2026
<p>What’s really happening to DEI in HR right now?</p> <p>In this episode of Joey’s HR Lounge, Joey Price sits down with Ashley M. Anderson to unpack how diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts are evolving in today’s political and business climate. As organizations face increasing pressure, many HR leaders are being forced to rethink how DEI fits into strategy, compliance, and long-term business outcomes.</p> <p>This conversation goes beyond surface-level talking points to explore what’s changing, what’s being rolled back, and what HR leaders need to do to stay credible and effective. From navigating political tension to aligning DEI with measurable business impact, Ashley shares a candid perspective on where the function stands today and where it’s headed next. If you’re an HR leader trying to balance people, performance, and pressure, this episode offers a timely and grounded perspective.</p> <p>🔑 Topics Covered</p> <p>- The current state of DEI in HR</p> <p>- How political pressure is shaping workplace decisions</p> <p>- Where HR may have overcorrected or underdelivered</p> <p>- Making DEI sustainable and aligned with business strategy</p> <p>- What the future of inclusion looks like</p> <p> </p> <p>📌 Connect with Ashley M. Anderson:</p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymanderson2/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymanderson2/ </a></p> <p> </p> <p>📌 Connect with Joey Price</p> <p>Website: <a href="https://www.jumpstart-hr.com">https://www.jumpstart-hr.com </a></p> <p>Podcast and Community: <a href="https://www.joeyshrlounge.com">https://www.joeyshrlounge.com</a></p> <p>Book: The Power of HR - <a href="https://amzn.to/4vAVD1B">https://amzn.to/4vAVD1B</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>🏷️ Tags</p> <p>DEI in HR, diversity equity inclusion, HR strategy, HR leadership, future of HR, workplace inclusion, HR trends 2026, organizational culture, HR podcast, Joey Price, Ashley Anderson HR, business strategy HR, DEI backlash, HR leadership development</p> <p>🔖 Hashtags</p> <p>#HRLeadership #DEI #FutureOfWork #HRStrategy #WorkplaceCulture</p>
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Joey’s HR Lounge is an HR podcast for HR leaders, CHROs, and HR tech decision-makers. Hosted by Joey Price, it delivers practical conversations on HR strategy, recruiting, employee engagement, compliance, analytics, and HR technology trends shaping the future of work.
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