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What does it really mean to belong at work? In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, Nick Day sits down with Greg Morley — global HR leader, former Head of DEI at Moët Hennessy, and author of BOND: Belonging and the Keys to Inclusion and Connection.

Greg shares powerful insights from his 20+ year career at Disney, Hasbro, and LVMH, where he led multicultural teams across the US, Europe, and Asia. Together, Nick and Greg explore:

• Why belonging is the foundation of inclusion and employee engagement
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• How leaders can build psychological safety and connection in diverse workplaces
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• The challenges of driving global DEI initiatives across regions and cultures
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• Practical steps HR professionals can take to embed inclusion into daily practices
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• Why belonging is the future of work — and how it impacts retention, innovation, and growth
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Whether you’re an HR leader, people manager, or business owner, this conversation will help you understand why belonging matters and how you can create a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected.

📖 Learn more about Greg’s book BOND here: https://www.gregmorley.com

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(00:00) Introduction & Greg’s Global HR Journey

(04:28) Early Life and Cross-Cultural Influences

(08:15) Career Path: From GE to Disney to Hasbro

(12:47) Lessons from Leading at Disneyland Paris

(17:36) Building Teams Across Asia (Hong Kong & Shanghai)

(23:04) Transition to LVMH and Global DEI Leadership

(28:55) Why Belonging is the Foundation of Inclusion

(34:12) Writing *BOND* – The Keys to Inclusion & Connection

(39:44) Regional Differences in DEI: Asia vs. Europe vs. US

(45:31) Leadership, Empathy & Human Connection

(50:08) Creating Psychological Safety at Work

(55:23) Practical Actions HR Can Take to Foster Belonging

(01:01:42) The Future of Work: Inclusion as a Strategic Advantage

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Why do toxic workplaces thrive, and how can leaders turn them around?

In this HR L&D Podcast episode, we’re sitting down with Dr Mary-Clare Race, a workplace psychologist and leadership expert, to uncover the psychology of toxic cultures and the strategies that transform them into thriving, inclusive environments.

From her PhD research to leading DE&I initiatives for companies like Barclays, GSK, and Unilever, Dr Race explains why harmful behaviors persist, how to rebuild belonging, and why empathy, resilience, and self-awareness are the hallmarks of great leadership.

She shares practical ways to hold leaders accountable, strengthen workplace connection, and use AI as a tool to support human-centered coaching.

Whether you’re in HR or lead a team, this conversation delivers actionable insights for creating healthier, more productive workplaces.

Dr Mary-Clare Race’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mary-clare-race-b59a602/

Nick Day’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

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(00:00) Why Human Resources Matter Most

(01:46) Introducing Dr Mary-Clare Race

(04:00) The Psychology of Workplace Toxicity

(06:06) The “Toxic Triangle” Explained

(07:48) Turning Toxic Cultures Into Thriving Ones

(10:40) Why DE&I Slips During Economic Pressure

(13:16) The Backlash Against DE&I

(15:12) Building Belonging Through Human Connection

(16:45) Remote Work’s Impact on Toxicity

(18:27) The Connection Crisis at Work

(22:19) Do Playground Bullies Become Business Leaders?

(26:25) How Early Experiences Shape Leadership Styles

(28:56) Empathy, Resilience & Self-Awareness in Leadership

(31:46) Micro-Coaching Moments for Busy Leaders

(33:30) Leading Multi-Generational Workforces

(36:42) Supporting Caregivers and Working Parents

(39:26) AI in Coaching and Leadership Development

(43:45) Final Advice for HR Leaders

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In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day sits down with executive coach and author Michael Wenderoth to explore what it really takes to get promoted in today’s corporate world.

Michael is the author of the bestselling book Get Promoted and host of the 97% Effective podcast. He shares actionable strategies for advancing your career without compromising your values.

From navigating power dynamics and office politics to building influence and mapping organizational power, this conversation is a must-listen for HR leaders, L&D professionals, and ambitious professionals who feel stuck despite doing great work.

If you’ve ever wondered why top performers don’t always rise and what you can do to change that, this episode is for you.

Michael’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelchangwenderoth/

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(00:00) How Power, Politics & Influence Drive Promotions

(03:19) Why HR Needs More Power Inside Organizations

(05:40) The Story of “Matt” & Why Top Talent Gets Ousted

(11:32) Redefining Power as a Neutral Force

(15:44) Using “The Rock, The Map, The Snowball” to Get Unstuck

(21:00) What Power Maps Reveal That Org Charts Don’t

(25:12) How Oversharing & Being “Too Authentic” Can Backfire

(34:32) How HR Can Shift Culture Without Creating Toxicity

(38:21) The Real Reason People Leave Their Jobs

(41:56) Rethinking Leadership in a Hybrid & AI-Driven Future

(46:45) Why Michael Named His Podcast “97% Effective”

(49:58) Bold Advice for HR Leaders, Promotions & Game of Thrones