Laszlo Bock on Becoming a Courageous, Data-Driven HR Leader

On this episode of Redefining Work, I’m joined by Laszlo Bock, co-founder of the Berkeley Transformative CHRO Academy, former people operations leader at Google and one of the most influential voices in HR. Laszlo shares his journey from shaping Google’s data-driven HR practices to mentoring the next generation of CHROs. We dive into the power of data in decision-making, the importance of values-driven leadership, and the challenges of scaling culture in a growing organization. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned professional, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on courage, culture, and the evolving role of HR.

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Redefining Work is a podcast exploring the new world of work. Each week I sit down with big thinkers and doers shaping what work looks like today - and tomorrow. The podcast spotlights mavericks, innovators, boundary-pushers, creators, builders, and convention crushers. It’s a conversational format bringing real insights, experience, and stories from a range of business leaders around the world.