In this episode of Impact at Work, David Macciocca and Jo Vohland speak with Alastair Schirmer, Global Head of Digital Innovation at Randstad Enterprise, about how AI is reshaping the talent landscape and what leaders need to do now to keep up.

Alastair explains that AI is not just about new tools. It is about readiness. He shares how global organisations are adapting to change, where adoption is stalling, and what it takes to prepare teams for success. From ethical frameworks to operational workflows, this episode offers practical insights on how to turn AI curiosity into meaningful progress.

If you have ever asked “Where do we even begin with AI?”, this conversation is for you.

Key Topics:
04:10 – What AI readiness really looks like in talent organisations
06:30 – Why recruitment and staffing are ripe for reinvention
09:45 – The gap between AI awareness and real adoption
13:20 – Lessons from companies that are embedding AI successfully
17:05 – How governance and ethics shape sustainable innovation
21:35 – Internal reviews, risk planning and policy before action
24:30 – Culture, data, and the influence of big tech
29:05 – Structuring talent teams for the AI-powered future
31:55 – The role of AI in improving attraction and development
35:10 – Why innovation needs structure, not chaos
39:00 – Introducing AI assistants without overwhelming people
42:00 – Examples of automation across global talent programs
46:00 – Reframing fears: job loss versus job evolution
49:35 – Getting the basics right before layering in AI
54:00 – Advocacy, transparency and upskilling leaders
58:35 – Why hype must give way to operational maturity

If you want to learn more about activating your employer brand strategy and EVP then you can check out podcast.videomyjob.com for a library of industry perspectives and how-tos.

Now, if you’re ready to level up your activation strategy then you need an employee story video platform and that’s what we do! Go to videomyjob.com/demo to book a walkthrough with one of our video specialists or click on the pricing page to learn about our new 60-day pilot program.

Lastly, we’d love for you to help us spread the word about the VMJPod to attract new experts and practitioners to share their activation strategies, so please take a screenshot and post it on LinkedIn, don’t forget to tag us at VideoMyJob, we are so grateful when you do that!

In the premiere episode of Impact at Work, David Macciocca and Jo Vohland sit down with Eva Brookes - Strengths Practitioner, to explore what real impact in the workplace looks like.

Eva brings a unique perspective from her experience as a senior global talent leader and a certified strengths practitioner. She explains that impact is not just about output or scale. It's about alignment. When people understand their strengths, they perform better, feel more fulfilled, and stay energised in their roles.

This episode explores how strengths-based leadership can transform teams, support inclusion, and prevent burnout. Eva shares how impact starts with self-awareness and becomes truly meaningful when it's personal, sustainable, and shared.

Key Topics:
01:22 – Meet Eva Brookes and her approach to making impact
03:30 – Why strengths are central to meaningful work
06:10 – What energises us vs. what drains us at work
08:45 – How leaders can use strengths to drive inclusion and performance
11:00 – Career advice for talent professionals navigating change
14:20 – Building teams that complement each other’s strengths
16:40 – Why self-awareness matters more than ever
18:55 – Final thoughts on making impact sustainable

If you want to learn more about activating your employer brand strategy and EVP then you can check out podcast.videomyjob.com for a library of industry perspectives and how-tos.

Now, if you’re ready to level up your activation strategy then you need an employee story video platform and that’s what we do! Go to videomyjob.com/demo to book a walkthrough with one of our video specialists or click on the pricing page to learn about our new 60-day pilot program.

Lastly, we’d love for you to help us spread the word about the VMJPod to attract new experts and practitioners to share their activation strategies, so please take a screenshot and post it on LinkedIn, don’t forget to tag us at VideoMyJob, we are so grateful when you do that!

In this episode of the VMJPod Graduate Recruitment Series, David Macciocca and Steven Nield sit down with Natalie Gibbons, Graduate Programs Manager at Westpac.

Natalie shares how she’s built influence and earned trust within one of Australia’s biggest banks, ultimately securing a seat at the table where real change happens. From transforming graduate experiences to shaping strategic workforce decisions, she walks us through what it takes to go beyond “just running the grad program.”

Whether you’re new to early careers or stepping into leadership, this episode is packed with insights on career growth, advocacy, and impact.

Key Topics:
02:15 – Natalie’s role and scope of Westpac’s national grad program
06:00 – Building trust and earning a seat at the table
10:10 – Why it’s important for grad leaders to own the full lifecycle
13:50 – Tailoring programs to meet both business and candidate needs
17:05 – Collaborating across departments to lift early careers visibility
21:40 – Advice for building internal credibility and buy-in
26:30 – Westpac’s shift toward future-skills-based hiring
30:00 – Supporting grads beyond onboarding: growth and retention
34:45 – Natalie’s take on the evolving role of grad leaders
37:10 – Final thoughts and advice for early talent professionals

If you want to learn more about activating your employer brand strategy and EVP then you can check out podcast.videomyjob.com for a library of industry perspectives and how-tos.

Now, if you’re ready to level up your activation strategy then you need an employee story video platform and that’s what we do! Go to videomyjob.com/demo to book a walkthrough with one of our video specialists or click on the pricing page to learn about our new 60-day pilot program.

Lastly, we’d love for you to help us spread the word about the VMJPod to attract new experts and practitioners to share their activation strategies, so please take a screenshot and post it on LinkedIn, don’t forget to tag us at VideoMyJob, we are so grateful when you do that!