The 2024 Workhuman Conference Highlights: Insights, Inspiration & Impact

Did you attend the 2024 Workhuman Live conference? The conference was brimming with meaningful conversations and impactful sessions. It was also a whirlwind of insights, laughter, and profound moments.
In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I invite Angela Champ on the show to discuss our individual experiences at the Workhuman conference. Workhuman is committed to the intentional curation of sessions for deep dives into key issues without overwhelming attendees, creating space for genuine connections. It also fosters a community of like-hearted individuals dedicated to reshaping work into a place of purpose and value.
Listen in to learn the importance of understanding cultural differences in communication and leadership styles to encourage collaboration and prevent conflicts in diverse workplaces. You will also learn about AI governance, updating language to empower employees, the Queen Bee Syndrome, and more.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
[01:11] Our Workhuman Live conference experience with the attendees, speakers, topics of conversation, and more.
[04:00] The Workhuman gratitude bar and rich conversations that lead to forming valuable connections.
[06:07] Angela shares a recap of Erin Meyer's session on cultural differences and their relevance in diverse workplaces.
[09:30] Highlights from Eric Mosley's session on loneliness at work and changing motivations among future generations.
[10:47] The importance of doing check-ins as a leader to form a connection with your team and other leaders.
[12:27] Brene Brown's fireside chat on human connection and the impact of AI on society.
[20:06] The advancing women panel and key takeaways regarding women's advancement in the workplace.
[24:49] Reflections on Baratunde Thurston's talk on updating language to empower employees.
[29:20] Understanding the dangers of AI over-reliance and the importance of taking time to gain work experience.
[33:50] How Jeff Harry challenged traditional workplace norms and advocated for psychological safety and human-centric leadership.
[38:03] Angela reflects on Michelle Wise’s session on the importance of lifelong learning in an evolving work landscape.
[41:02] Issa Rae’s session on the ability to circle back, observe, and learn from others.
[42:41] Cy Wakeman's insights on leadership and resilience to redefine workplace dynamics.
Standout Quotes:
“If you’re feeling dysregulated and exhausted, how are you going to have the mental energy to address AI and where it’s coming from? So, it’s important to start to look for ways to be regulated.”- Kristen [13:23]
“We, HR, are the ones to direct how people will use technology and not let technology dictate how it will use us.”- Angela [14:32]
“With this whole AI environment, what we need right now are not the knowers in the room; we need the learners in the room, we need people who are going to listen and be open and ask different questions.”- Kristen [17:03]
“The beauty of a conference like Workhuman or any conference or session you attend is that there’s no point in going if you’re not going to take something away and apply it to your work or life because otherwise, you’ve just gone for a good time.”- Angela [27:30]
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