The power of true people development: what it is & why it matters with Jessica Brannigan
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The power of true people development: what it is & why it matters with Jessica Brannigan

By Chernelle Vaughan

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About this Episode

In this HR in Review episode, Bill Banham talks with Jessica Brannigan, Lead People Scientist at Culture Amp, about the importance of employee development and how organisations can build a more comprehensive approach to fostering employee growth and engagement.

Guest: Jessica Brannigan
Jessica is a business psychologist with over 15 years of experience in HR. She holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Occupational Psychology and a Diploma in Business Management. Currently, Jessica works with Culture Amp, a leading People & Culture platform that helps companies improve employee engagement, retention, and performance.

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  • What is employee development and why is it so important?
  • How can organisations build a more comprehensive approach to employee development?
  • What are the current trends in employee development that organisations should be aware of?
  • How does employee development impact overall organisational performance and culture?
  • What are some common barriers that prevent companies from investing in employee development, and how can they overcome them?

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Host: Amelia Brand, Editor, HRreview
Amelia is the Editor for HRreview, with a strong academic background in Legal and Political Theory. Her focus areas include employment law, DE&I, and wellbeing within the workplace.

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Guest: Jessica Brannigan, Lead People Scientist, Culture Amp
Jessica helps companies take action to improve employee engagement and performance. She is passionate about leveraging data and psychology to help organisations create positive employee experiences.

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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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