Five Ways How HR Careers are Changing - and How to Manage Yours

2024 Annual

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Workplace Application: Practically, the insights gained during this presentation can be applied by HR leaders to build sustainable HR teams that grow and develop in line with environmental and business requirements, as well as giving insight into the HR skills agenda for the future. For individuals, the perspectives shared can be incorporated into their own development planning for the future, setting the course for a successful HR career.

Description: How do HR careers develop, and which paths are HR professionals likely to explore to advance their ambitions? This talk dives into the current reality of HR careers, drawing from a global study of more than 3 million HR profiles, surveys with 350 HR professionals, and in-depth career stories of 10 senior HR leaders, to explore the following questions:

 

  • How and why do people choose a career in HR?
  • How are HR careers changing, and what are the five patterns that we see?
  • How can you manage your own HR career?
  • What skills underpin a future-proof HR career in the age of GenAI?

 

The presentation shares practical insights that can be applied by HR individuals to navigate their own careers, as well as guidance for HR leaders responsible for building sustainable HR skills and teams within their organization.

 

Learning Objectives: 

  • Deeper insights in terms of the motivations behind HR career decisions
  • How to navigate their own careers and make informed decisions about their next steps
  • A better understanding of possible career paths and options
  • The opportunity to measure their own readiness in terms of the skills required to manage a successful career within HR
     

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Date(s) & Time(s): 
Monday, June 24, 2024 - 3:00pm to 3:30pm
Presenter: 

Dieter Veldsman

Dieter
Veldsman

Dr. Dieter Veldsman is a renowned figure in the field of organizational psychology and HR, with a distinguished 15-year career in Strategic HR, Organizational Design, and Development. Throughout his professional journey, he has held key positions, including Group Chief Human Resource Officer, People Effectiveness Executive, and Principal Consultant, allowing him to make impactful contributions to organizations across regions like EMEA, APAC, and LATAM.


Dr. Veldsman's expertise in the HR sector has earned him prestigious recognition, including the 'Chief HR Officer of the Year' by the CHRO SA Society in 2021 and the 'Practitioner of the Year Award' by the Society for Industrial Psychology South Africa in 2018.


As a sought-after speaker at global conferences, he delves into crucial topics such as HR, The Future of Work, and Organizational Development. Additionally, he hosts "The HR Dialogues," a compelling videocast where he engages with leading HR professionals worldwide, sharing valuable insights and experiences. Over the last 12 years, he has spoken at over 100 conferences and published over 80 articles on HR and the future of work. 


Currently serving as the Chief HR Scientist at the Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR), Dr. Veldsman is dedicated to spearheading thought leadership, subject matter expertise, and research initiatives to empower and educate 100,000 HR professionals by 2025.
 

Location: 
HR Strategy & Innovation Theater, South Building - Level 3, Hall A (MPCC)
Session Type: 
ENX CHRO
ENX HR Leaders
ENX Mid-Market
HR Strategy & Innovation Theater
Competency: 
Business (Behavioral)
Interpersonal (Behavioral)
Leadership (Behavioral)
Organization (Technical)
People (Technical)
Intended Audience: 
Early Career
Mid-Level
Senior-Level
Executive-level
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