#20 Denisa Smejc: Forget Experience; Why Attitude and AI Are New Keys to Business Growth

10/10/2024 56 min Temporada 1 Episodio 20

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Episode Synopsis

Wondering what role AI already plays for HR and top managers nowadays? And worried that AI adoption in your business might be lagging behind the market, potentially sabotaging future growth?
In this episode of Change Talks, we sit down with Denisa Smejc — an award-winning HR leader (Global HR Director Award, Leader of Distinction) — to uncover the shocking truth about AI adoption in business. Because most companies are dragging their feet, and it’s costing them.
Perfect for top managers, leaders and HR managers — and a real must-have for business professionals considering career change and looking for new job.
Here’s what you’ll learn:

How AI gives candidates a competitive edge and why leaders who resist it are falling behind.
The biggest recruitment mistakes companies make — and how to fix them.
Why attitude and values always beat experience when it comes to building high-performing teams.

We also dive into Denisa’s boldest career move yet: starting a new C-level role with a newborn baby. She shares her personal tips for balancing motherhood and career, along with practical advice for employers to better support young mothers.
Finally, we explore:

The real cost of burnout (and how to prevent it).
The shift from managing by attendance to managing by performance.
How to create a feedback culture that drives growth.

This episode is packed with insights on AI, leadership, and the future of work. Whether you’re a business leader, HR professional, or a working parent, you’ll walk away with actionable advice to tackle the challenges of modern workplaces.
Change Talks podcast is for leaders, founders, business owners, and entrepreneurs who want to drive a systematic change to achieve bold and “impossible” goals in their business and career. 
New episodes are released bi-weekly, run about 30—60 minutes, and feature dynamic conversations with changemakers or deep dives into practical change tips.
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Connect with Denisa on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisaptackova/
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