In this episode of K>VOICES, we sit down with Jimmy, from our Suzhou plant. With more than a decade at KIRCHHOFF Automotive, Jimmy shares his career journey, the turning points that shaped his leadership, and the values that guide him both at work and at home as a father of two. He also talks about how his passion for badminton connects to his professional life and the lessons it continues to teach him. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about growth, balance, and the ...

In this episode of K>VOICES, we sit down with Larry, President and CEO of KIRCHHOFF Automotive North America. Just two years into his leadership role, Larry shares the challenges and opportunities of guiding a global automotive company through growth and transformation. Beyond the boardroom, Larry and his wife recently traveled to Kenya to help build an orphanage — an inspiring journey that highlights the connection between leadership, purpose, and giving back. Join us fo...

In this episode of K>VOICES, we sit down with Jimmy, working in Operations at our Suzhou plant. With more than a decade at KIRCHHOFF Automotive, Jimmy shares his career journey, the turning points that shaped his leadership, and the values that guide him both at work and at home as a father of two. He also talks about how his passion for badminton connects to his professional life and the lessons it continues to teach him. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about growt...

In this episode of K>VOICES, we travel to Poland to meet Bartek—a global HR professional at KIRCHHOFF Automotive with an unexpected talent for trivia. Bartek has competed on national television across some of Poland’s most popular game shows, including Jeopardy, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, and Giants of History. Beyond the spotlight, he’s a passionate traveler, a devoted family man, and a true cinema enthusiast with a collection of over 20,000 films. Bartek shares how his love of learni...

In this episode of K>VOICES, we sit down with Daniel, from our Querétaro plant who is passionate about improving processes and driving innovation on the shop floor. But Daniel’s story doesn’t stop there—outside of work, he and his wife co-founded Crown Dance Studio, a thriving contemporary dance academy that brings together students of all ages to express themselves through movement. From robotics and automation to choreography and performance, Daniel shares how he balances two caree...

In this episode of K>VOICES, Natasha sits down with Danny, who works in HR at KIRCHHOFF Automotive, to explore the twists and turns of her career journey — from studying fashion design and working in retail to leading global systems and integration projects. Danny opens up about what drew her to human resources, the challenges of moving from plant-based roles to corporate environments, and why she’s passionate about improving processes to support her colleagues. We also dive into her creat...

What happens when a world-class classical musician brings his artistic vision into the heart of a global company? In this episode of K>VOICES, host Natasha sits down with Thomas Kirchhoff — acclaimed classical guitarist and the KIRCHHOFF Group’s Cultural Representative — to explore how creativity, music, and cultural expression have become part of everyday life for employees around the world. From organizing electrifying concerts and community-wide art projects to building tree sculptures ...

In this episode of K>VOICES, we head to our Troy, Michigan location for a heartwarming conversation with Miranda from Human Resources. As seen in our latest video interview, Miranda opens up about what drew her to HR, her dedication to supporting colleagues, and how her passion for helping others fuels her work every day. But there’s more to Miranda than meets the eye—she’s also a Star Wars superfan, an enthusiastic baker, and someone who brings a lot of heart to the workplace. From buildi...

77% of companies are facing a skills crisis, a striking figure that highlights just how urgent the challenge has become. In this episode, Stuart is joined by Nick Shaw, Co-Founder of Spotted Zebra, to explore how HR leaders can leverage technology to bridge the widening skills gap. AI is on everyone’s agenda, but how can it really help HR teams reshape recruitment and performance? Stuart and Nick dive into how AI and skills science can work together to improve productivity, enhance decision-m...

Change doesn’t fail because people are stubborn; it fails because the rollout forgets how humans actually change. In this HRchat episode, Bill Banham sits down with Georgie Cooke, Learning and Change Strategist co-founder of Lima Delta, to unpack why so many transformations lose steam and how to design plans that stick. From status quo bias and risk aversion to the quiet power of team norms, Georgie explains the psychology that shapes every initiative and shows how to turn insight into ...

After letting her CCC lapse without regret, Christal Washington, MS/SLP, later chose to reinstate, on her own terms, to help the private practice she works at grow. She shares the exact process, Praxis prep, and timeline, plus what she learned about working without the CCC. This honest story strips away the fear and shows what reinstatement really looks like when the choice is yours.Brought to you by Informed Jobs, founded by Dr. Meredith Herold — because the right job shouldn’t require the

The Working Perspectives Podcast is BACK with an all-new NFL episode! Join your hosts, Matt Lavelle, Bern Podcasy, & Liam Reese, as they break down the most recent week of NFL action, vent their frustrations, and make their official predictions!🏈 Segment 1: Fan Vent Session - Giants Meltdown & Eagles Glory! Bern is in a rage after the New York Giants' soul-crushing loss to the Denver Broncos, venting all his frustrations with the team. Meanwhile, Matt (Eagles fan) and Liam (Eagles fan) are

Deana Solis, 2022 FinOps Foundation Evangelist of the Year, joins Corey Quinn to discuss her winding career path from electrical engineering to healthcare IT to FinOps. She shares why certifications are "largely performative," warns that AI can turn your AWS bill into "a telephone number," and explains why NAT Gateway costs hit everyone from hobbyists to enterprises. The episode covers cloud repatriation conspiracy theories, translating between engineering and finance teams, and why good

🤔 As marketers, we see some amazing work but rarely have a chance to look behind the scenes. What was the insight? Where was the tension? What was left on the cutting room floor? All of those questions & more will be answered in this series called “The DeBrief”! In this episode - we chat with Rebecca Smart (Marketing Director at McDonald’s) & Andrew Chisholm (Executive Creative Director at Cossette) who are two of the brilliant minds behind the beloved “International Menu Heist...

In this enlightening episode of the Negotiate Anything podcast, host Kwame Christian sits down with self-esteem and relationship expert Natalie Lue. Natalie shares her personal journey of transformation from a chronic people pleaser to a boundary-setting advocate. This conversation dives deep into the intricacies of people pleasing, highlighting how it serves as a barrier to authentic relationships and self-worth. Listeners will gain valuable insights into identifying their own people-pleasing

Liz and Sarah talk about how they approach constructing pitch decks — finding the perfect photo is Sarah’s superpower! In Take A Hike, they discuss why it’s so important to take the time to meet people in person. Not only is it fun, it makes working together so much easier. Then they share moments of Disproportionate Joy from listeners and share a couple of their own. This week’s Hollywood Hack helps transform a non-work space into a workspace for all of you floor-sitters: a

This week, Kim and Kate discuss their feeling about milk and Tums. They talk to a caller who was passed over for a promotion and thinks it might have been due to unfair favoritism. Then, they advise an emailer who is trying to change a company that’s stuck in the past. Finally, they answer a voicemail from a stand-up comedian trying to track down a tape of one of her sets. Everyone’s lives are changed forever, and the workplace is improved for all involved.To learn more about listener data and

Steve Heaton, founder of Xetla Consulting and co‑inventor at STAR Scientific, is demystifying the messy, exhilarating reality of R&D. In conversation with Melinda, Steve traces his winding path from Unix systems and project management to astronomy, particle physics, and muon‑catalyzed fusion, showing how curiosity compounds into career-defining opportunities.He makes the case for incremental progress when parameter space is uncertain, and why diverse teams outperform look‑alike groups

Send us a text Laughter isn’t a luxury in nursing—it’s survival gear. We sit down with ScrubTales, a 12-year RN who’s worked everywhere from hospitals to home care, to unpack the wild contradictions of bedside life: patients who refuse the meds they need, the strange power of a scrub cap, and the delicate art of staying kind when the day gets loud. If you’ve ever wondered why nurses lean on humor, or how we hold the line between compassion and burnout, this one hits home. We dive into the re...