The power of human connection in the hybrid workplace with Steve Atkinson

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About this Episode

In this HR in Review episode, James Marsh talks with Steve Atkinson, Vice President & General Manager EMEA at Enboarder. They discuss the importance of human connection at work, the distinction between ‘remote friendly’ and ‘remote first’ work, and how these concepts impact employee engagement.

Steve also shares insights from recent research by Enboarder and explains the importance of fostering human connections in the workplace to drive engagement and productivity.

Guest: Steve Atkinson
Steve is Vice President & General Manager at Enboarder. He is responsible for growing the EMEA business at Enboarder and has a mission to revolutionize onboarding. With experience in sales and leadership across the SaaS, internet, and advertising industries, Steve has previously worked at RBI and LinkedIn, helping them expand in the UK and Europe.

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Questions for Steve Include:

  • What is the difference between ‘remote friendly’ and ‘remote first’ work, and why is it important?
  • What are some of the key insights from your research on workplace connections?
  • How can leaders get buy-in for creating more human connections in the workplace?
  • What role does employee engagement play in hybrid and remote working environments?
  • You recently spoke at DisruptHR London – tell us about your session and the key takeaways for attendees.

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Podcast Host and Guests for this Edition

Host: James Marsh, Presenter, HRreview
James is an organisational learning and development specialist with extensive experience in HR, management strategy, and HR policies. He has worked in various sectors and is passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive culture in organisations.

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Guest: Steve Atkinson, Vice President & General Manager EMEA, Enboarder
Steve has led successful sales and leadership initiatives in SaaS, internet, and advertising sectors. He is currently working to transform employee onboarding processes with Enboarder and has been instrumental in the company’s growth in the EMEA region.

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Chernelle Vaughan is a Marketing Manager at HRreview, an HR news, opinion, and advice publication. She is an author and content creator who contributes articles and hosts podcasts covering contemporary workplace topics including employee experience, remote working, generational workplace dynamics, and organizational culture. She holds education from the University of Westminster and is based in Merton, England.

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