Discovering CX Transformation

Naiara Cantabrana (Randstad) | Human Centric CEO Podcast | EPS#3

Zanna van der Aa Season 1 Episode 38

What does it take to make a business thrive for the long term? Hint: It’s not just about profit. In this heart-to-heart conversation, Naiara and Zanna discuss how human-centric leadership can be a game changer. Naiara, who has spent two decades at Randstad, reflects on the lessons she’s learned about aligning business goals with the well-being of employees and customers.

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We dive into topics like psychological safety, compassionate leadership, and why culture really does eat strategy for breakfast. Naiara reveals the practical steps leaders can take to foster a culture where employees feel safe, valued, and motivated. From balancing short-term pressures with long-term human-centric goals to real-life stories of compassionate decision-making, this conversation is packed with insights and actionable advice that every leader needs to hear.

Recorded in Barcelona in November 2024.

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(00:17) Introductions and podcast origin story
(01:29) A shared philosophy on CX and EX
(02:40) Naya’s journey: from organizational psychology to leadership
(05:08) Transitioning from business to HR
(05:59) Passion for leadership and culture
(06:52) Human-centricity: why it matters to companies
(08:31) Human-centric decision-making explained
(10:07) Risks of ignoring human-centricity
(11:25) Measuring human-centricity in organizations
(15:03) Balancing short-term gains and long-term values
(16:14) Human-centricity in tough decisions
(17:11) Leadership shaping organizational culture
(19:09) Designing the ultimate leadership development program
(22:55) Inspiring leaders through experience
(27:52) The power of employee feedback
(31:47) Human-centricity for different leadership levels
(34:40) HR’s role in supporting human-centric transformation
(37:34) Naya’s personal legacy
(39:55) Importance of psychological safety
(41:12) The marshmallow experiment and human connection
(43:48) Enhancing psychological safety as a leader
(45:56) Final reflections and closing remarks