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  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 33: Kawel's 2026 Conference Recap & Nashville 2027 Preview

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 33: Kawel's 2026 Conference Recap & Nashville 2027 Preview
    Apr 30 2026
    Paul and Sean sit down with Kawel LauBech live from the WorldatWork Total Rewards ’26 floor for an engaging conversation on the future of HR. Kawel shares his extensive background in HR and leadership, dives into the evolving mission of WorldatWork, and offers insights into the future of HR, culture, and global expansion. Discover practical strategies for creating great workplaces and a look ahead at what’s next for upcoming conferences. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 02:45 The Mission and Growth of World of Work 03:41 Global Expansion and Market Focus 08:08 International Opportunities: Brazil, India, and Beyond 08:40 The Significance of Affiliate Events and Community Engagement 11:20 Innovations: Bringing Great Work to Life and HR's Future 15:59 The Role of Pay and Culture in Employee Satisfaction 16:48 The Future of Rewards and HR Metrics 17:59 The Importance of HR as People Strategists 18:58 The Impact of AI and Data in HR Decision-Making 20:22 Final Thoughts and Call to Action for HR Professionals 22:55 Closing Remarks and Appreciation
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    28 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 32: Live from W@W Day 3!

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 32: Live from W@W Day 3!
    Apr 28 2026
    Live from the WorldatWork Total Rewards Conference 2026 floor, this conversation explores how AI is reshaping the way we work, think, and create. Featuring insights from industry experts, it breaks down how evolving technologies are changing the skills that matter, elevating the role of soft skills, and redefining how businesses approach complex challenges. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Anticipation for New Movies 02:29 The Evolution of AI in the Workplace 05:41 Soft Skills in the Age of AI 08:26 Letting Go of Traditional Skills 11:12 The Challenge of Being Strategic 14:38 Building a Strategic Mindset 17:18 The Role of Curiosity in Learning 20:21 The Impact of AI on Creativity 23:15 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement
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    38 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 31: Day 1 Recap and Looking at Day 2

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 31: Day 1 Recap and Looking at Day 2
    Apr 22 2026
    Sean and Paul sit down with Fernanda and Emerson live at WorldatWork to recap Day 1 of the conference and unpack the AI shifts reshaping HR and Total Rewards. From standout sessions to real talk on data quality and implementation, they share what's actually working—and what's not—straight from the conference floor. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 02:17 Experiences at the Main Stage 05:23 AI in the Workplace: Changing Perspectives 08:29 Skills-Based Pay: Myths and Realities 11:25 The Future of Salary Services 14:11 Navigating Data in Compensation 17:11 The Role of Soft Skills in Compensation 20:08 Community and Networking in Total Rewards 23:29 Conclusion and Reflections
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    34 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 30: Executive Compensation

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 30: Executive Compensation
    Apr 16 2026
    Sean, Paul, and Liz break down the complexities of executive compensation, from navigating C-suite conversations to designing effective pay programs. Liz shares expert insights on compliance, performance metrics, financial literacy, and balancing shareholder expectations with executive rewards. The conversation also explores tax implications, global equity practices, and the cross-functional collaboration needed to manage executive comp effectively. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome Back from Vacation 02:58 Introduction to Liz Neville 06:01 Speed Round of Questions 08:56 Differences Between Broad-Based and Executive Compensation 11:49 Navigating C-Suite Compensation Discussions 14:58 Best Practices in Executive Compensation 17:53 Understanding Financial Ratios and Executive Compensation 18:58 Tax Implications and Performance Measures 20:09 Impact of External Factors on Compensation 21:58 Complexities of Vesting and Performance Metrics 23:24 Resource Intensity in Executive Compensation 25:48 Collaboration with Legal and Financial Teams 28:09 Defining Executive Roles and Equity Distribution 30:19 Global Perspectives on Equity Compensation 32:10 Navigating Tax Consequences in Global Compensation 34:40 Key Advice for Executive Compensation Programs
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    39 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 29: Best Practices in Selecting Technology

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 29: Best Practices in Selecting Technology
    Apr 9 2026
    Sean and Paul sit down with Phil Strazzulla for an engaging conversation on how HR leaders can make smarter vendor decisions. Together, they break down best practices, strategies, and real-world insights for selecting the right HR software and partners. From building a strong business case to evaluating vendors effectively and fostering better long-term relationships, this episode is packed with practical guidance to help you get more value from your HR technology investments. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Backgrounds 09:04 Best Practices in Vendor Selection 15:30 Measuring ROI in HR 16:57 Understanding Churn and Its Impact 19:10 The Importance of Storytelling in HR 20:41 Overcoming Skepticism in HR 22:05 Building Internal Support for HR Initiatives 23:34 Navigating Vendor Selection in HR Tech 29:25 Evaluating Vendor Pricing and Value 35:34 The Role of Sales in HR Technology Purchases 41:31 Transforming HR to Be More Business-Focused
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    44 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 28: AI in Comp from the Practitioner Lens

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 28: AI in Comp from the Practitioner Lens
    Apr 2 2026
    Sean and Paul sit down with Josh Lemon to break down how leading organizations design compensation and benefits across markets—while balancing local expectations, compliance, and consistency. From leveraging market data to using technology and employee feedback, this episode covers what it really takes to get total rewards right at scale. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Backgrounds 02:47 Career Paths and Life Experiences 05:44 Personal Preferences and Insights 08:26 AI in Compensation and Total Rewards 11:36 Exploring AI Tools and Applications 14:26 Simulating Real-Life Scenarios with AI 16:23 Engagement in Professional Networks 17:30 Hesitancy in Adopting AI Tools 20:47 Automation and AI in Task Management 28:50 Pitfalls of AI Utilization 32:09 Humanizing AI Communications 38:06 The Future Role of AI in HR
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    45 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 27: Pay Equity

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 27: Pay Equity
    Mar 26 2026
    In this episode, Sean and Paul sit down with legal expert Tom Hayes to unpack the evolving landscape of UK and EU pay transparency legislation. He explores the complexities of right-to-information policies, the growing tension with data privacy, and the strategic approaches organizations can take to navigate these regulations with confidence. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Backgrounds 11:21 Current Status of Gender Pay Gap Legislation 23:20 Challenges and Perspectives on Pay Transparency 25:19 The Right to Information and Its Implications 29:29 Proactive Approaches to Legislation 34:40 Balancing Transparency and Privacy 39:05 Key Strategies for Compliance 43:59 Final Thoughts and Future Directions
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    47 min
  • Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 26: Rewards from the CPO Seat - Roast Paul edition

    Totally Rewarding Chats | Ep. 26: Rewards from the CPO Seat - Roast Paul edition
    Mar 19 2026
    In this episode, Paul and Sean sit down with Jesper Helt, a global HR leader, to rethink how rewards actually drive business impact. Jesper shares the moment he realized up to 80% of HR spend lives in rewards and how that changed the way he approaches every decision. The conversation covers why data storytelling makes compensation easier to act on, how flexibility leads to stronger pay programs, and where data needs real-world context to be useful. They also challenge traditional ideas of benchmarking and success in rewards, digging into the role of human behavior, transparency, and questioning the status quo. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Jesper Helt and His Background 11:01 The CHRO Perspective on Rewards 20:56 Skills and Qualities of Effective Rewards Professionals 26:37 The Exclusion Principle in Compensation 27:41 Rethinking Reward Structures 28:51 Simplifying Compensation Approaches 29:43 The Science of Quotas and Performance 31:47 The Complexity of Performance Measurement 33:40 The Role of Transparency in HR 35:36 Learning from Past Compensation Decisions 37:47 Designing Compensation Programs with Psychology 39:49 The Importance of Recognition in HR 41:47 Personal Stories and Leadership Lessons 47:43 Radical Transparency in HR Practices
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    52 min