Share the Best #forabetterworldofwork Archiv

KI kann Profile screenen, Stellen matchen, Prozesse beschleunigen und Recruiter:innen Entscheidungen erleichtern. Aber gutes Recruiting entsteht nicht automatisch dadurch, dass man ein neues Tool einführt. In dieser Folge von Share the Best spricht Patrik Rendel mit Anna Bielok, Senior Manager Central Recruiting & Employer Branding bei adesso SE, darüber, wie KI Recruiting wirklich besser machen kann – und warum der Mensch dabei keineswegs zur Nebenrolle wird.

Anna gibt Einblicke, wie adesso KI bereits konkret im Recruiting einsetzt, warum bestehende Prozesse erst einmal grundsätzlich hinterfragt werden sollten und weshalb echte Anwendungsfälle wichtiger sind als möglichst viele neue Tools. Vor allem aber geht es um die Fähigkeiten, die in der KI-Ära an Bedeutung gewinnen: Kreativität, Neugier, gute Fragen, Entscheidungsfreude – und die Fähigkeit, auch dann handlungsfähig zu bleiben, wenn der nächste Entwicklungsschritt noch nicht klar ist. Denn KI wird verändern, wie wir arbeiten. Wie wir mit ihr arbeiten wollen, können wir mitgestalten.

What happens when a company stops thinking about learning as a corporate checkbox — and starts treating it as a life skill? In this episode of “Share the Best”, Nathalie Médard speaks with Raia Tzvetkova and Plamena Ianeva from Lidl Bulgaria about the company’s groundbreaking “21st Century Skills” initiative — a learning program designed not just to improve employees at work, but to help them thrive in life.

From media literacy and AI-readiness to resilience, networking and financial literacy, Lidl Bulgaria listened closely to what employees actually needed — and built a development program around it. The result? More than 1,000 training participations, a 94% satisfaction rate, 20 videocast episodes and over 1.5 million views. But beyond the impressive numbers, this conversation explores something deeper: why the future of employer branding may depend less on perks and salaries and more on helping people grow as human beings.

A thoughtful conversation about curiosity, growth mindset, employee listening and the long-term value of investing in people.

In this episode of Share the Best, host Patrik Rendel speaks with Andrija Tomovic, Country President and General Manager of Novartis Bulgaria, about what it truly means to put people at the heart of business success. From his unconventional journey from mathematics and bioinformatics to leading a pharmaceutical organisation, Andrija shares why every business is, first and foremost, a people business – and why leadership is a lifelong journey of engaging both hearts and minds. Together, they explore how culture is shaped in everyday micro-moments, why HR must be treated as a strategic partner, and how clarity, courage and care enable teams to perform even in times of uncertainty. This conversation dives deep into learning mindset over credentials, compassionate yet courageous leadership, and how organisations can turn purpose into performance. A must-listen for leaders and HR professionals who want to move beyond slogans and build cultures that deliver lasting impact.

How do you scale HR at the speed of a hyper-growing, entrepreneurial energy company – without losing the culture that made it successful? In this episode of Share the Best, MET Group HR Director Tünde Tóth takes us inside MET Group’s journey from 400 people in 8 countries to 1,400 employees across 21 countries and 60 nationalities. Together with host Patrik Rendel, she explores how MET builds a global HR backbone that keeps pace with rapid M&A, new market entries from Europe to Singapore, and a transforming energy landscape. Her key insight: when HR is close to the business, even the impossible becomes possible.

How do you move from writing values on paper to truly living them every day? In this episode of Share the best, Patrik Rendel talks with Henriette Fink, Director Global Employer Branding & Talent Acquisition at STADA, about her journey from chocolate brand marketing at Lindt to driving a global HR strategy. Together, they explore how STADA brings its values of Integrity, Agility, One STADA, and Entrepreneurship to life. Key topics include the company’s Growth Culture as a strategic priority, the STADA+ program empowering employees to pitch business cases, and the Culture Scorecard that makes culture measurable. Listen to a conversation full of practical insights for anyone who wants to make culture tangible and impactful.

In this episode of Share the Best, host Patrik Rendel talks to Fernando Zallocco, Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Leadership & Talent Development at Boehringer Ingelheim. Together, they explore the company’s "People Promise" – Boehringer’s evolved employee value proposition. Fernando shares why it’s more than a slogan, how the four value drivers were developed, and why "Break New Ground" has become his personal motto. Listeners get insights into HR strategy at a research-driven pharma company, lessons learned from the rollout, and a glimpse of what Germans might take away from Argentine culture.

In this episode, „Share the best“ co-host Nathalie Medard welcomes Charlotta Lindborg, Head of HR Germany at JYSK, to talk about how values-based leadership becomes more than just words on a wall. Charlotta shares how JYSK has successfully embedded its Scandinavian roots into a German retail landscape – from empowering store managers and shaping a new leadership mindset, to ensuring that 8,000 employees across 943 stores not only know the company values but live them. What does it take to make corporate values stick? How do you balance cultural differences in international leadership? And why did Charlotta, a passionate retail leader with a background at IKEA and Netto, fall in love with a company she almost didn’t join? This episode is full of insights, real-life examples, and a clear message: values aren’t a campaign – they are a culture.

In this episode, host Patrik Rendel talks to Lesley White, Vice President HR for Europe at Huawei, about her 20-year journey with the company and how Huawei strategically develops its diverse workforce across 43 countries. Patrik and Lesley discuss how career development works in concrete terms - from onboarding to high-potential programs to China placements - and why cultural understanding plays a key role in international HR work. Lesley openly shares how HR at Huawei not only implements structures, but becomes a strategic enabler that helps to open up new business areas and secure the company's innovative strength in the long term. She also gives an honest insight into her learnings, challenges and personal values as an HR leader.

In this new episode of „Share the Best“ our hosts Patrik Rendel and Nathalie Medard dive into the World of Work Trends 2025 – and we do it differently: with a live connection to our Top Employers Certification Celebration in Berlin, that took place in February 2025. Hear directly from HR leaders at ADP, Kaufland Romania, Hammerer Aluminium Industries, and Wilo as they share their takes on purpose-driven leadership, belonging in a fluid workforce, neuro-inclusion by design, and AI-powered leadership. What role does HR play in connecting business, society, and people? And how can organizations transform the workplace experience for all employees? Join us for fresh insights, inspiring stories, and practical examples from the global Top Employers community.

In this literally playful and inspiring episode of Share the Best, host Patrik Rendel welcomes Nadine Müller-Krontiris, Global Employer Branding Expert at Helvetia, to explore a truly unique initiative: a custom-designed card game that brings the company’s Employer Value Proposition (EVP) to life. Nadine shares how the game was developed not as a flashy marketing gimmick, but as a powerful internal tool to foster a shared understanding of Helvetia’s values across global teams—from Switzerland to Singapore. You’ll hear how laughter, collaboration, and a clever mix of symbols turned a complex message into an engaging, memorable experience for employees. Discover what it means to learn by playing, why leadership embraced the project with open arms, and how gamification is becoming a serious tool in the world of HR.

In this episode of Share the Best, host Patrik Rendel speaks with Estera Anghelescu, Global Employer Branding Leader at Kaufland Romania and Vice President of the Romanian Diversity Chamber of Commerce. Estera shares the remarkable journey of "Kaufland Access", an award-winning initiative that goes far beyond hiring people with disabilities—it redefines what inclusion can look like in the workplace.

Discover how Kaufland Romania:

 • Turned a legal challenge into an opportunity for innovation

 • Hired over 500 people with disabilities, saving millions in the process

 • Reduced turnover while building a more empathetic, flexible workforce

 • Launched TikTok campaigns and hackathons to make accessibility cool

This is a story of resilience, innovation, and a heartfelt commitment to social impact—with plenty of practical insights for HR professionals, leaders, and changemakers.

In de nieuwste aflevering van onze podcast gaat host Patrik Rendel, Regional Manager DACH & CEE, in gesprek met Gemmie van ISS Nederland. Samen bespreken ze hoe ISS zich inzet voor sociale duurzaamheid en duurzame inzetbaarheid. Van innovatieve programma's zoals House of Hospitality en de Top Academy tot samenwerkingen met partners zoals UWV en Jobstap: ISS bewijst keer op keer dat het mogelijk is om mensen buiten de gebaande paden succesvol te betrekken in het arbeidsproces. Ook bespreken ze hoe medewerkers via MyISS en MyVoice écht een stem krijgen binnen de organisatie. Ontdek hoe ISS zich inzet voor een inclusieve werkplek waar iedereen zichzelf kan zijn, kan groeien, en deel kan uitmaken van iets groters.

Off the beaten track: The journey to social sustainability and inclusive workplaces @ ISS

In the latest episode of our podcast, host Patrik Rendel, Regional Manager DACH & CEE, talks to Gemmie from ISS Netherlands. Together they discuss how ISS is committed to social sustainability and sustainable employability. From innovative programmes such as House of Hospitality and the Top Academy to collaborations with partners such as UWV and Jobstap, ISS proves time and again that it is possible to successfully involve people outside the beaten track in the labour process. They also discuss how employees really get a voice within the organisation through MyISS and MyVoice. Find out how ISS is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves, grow, and be part of something bigger.

Note: This is a special episode in Dutch language 

In this episode of Share the Best, host Patrik Rendel welcomes Cindy Benzing from GEA to explore how people drive success in a global organization. As one of the world’s leading system suppliers for food, beverage, and pharmaceuticals, GEA knows that business growth starts with its employees. Cindy shares how HR fosters a thriving work culture, empowers leadership, and aligns talent development with business needs. We learn that one secret behind all this is: People. From leadership excellence and high-performing teams to performance-based pay and recognition, GEA is proving that a strong people strategy is the key to business success. Cindy reveals how HR aligns with business goals, how employee feedback directly shapes decision-making, and why creating a culture of appreciation makes all the difference.

In this episode of Share the Best, host Nathalie Medard speaks with Paola Bottaro, People Director and member of the Executive Board at Top Employers Institute, about creating a human-centric workplace. They explore how the company’s innovative HR practices, including the “Add Your Own Value” concept and initiatives like volunteer time off and sabbatical leave, foster employee well-being and high performance. Paola also reflects on Top Employers Institute’s transformation into a global leader, sharing insights on authenticity, purpose, and the challenges of navigating complexity in the workplace. This episode offers valuable perspectives for anyone passionate about building inspiring work environments.