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How Novartis Transformed its Culture: Inspired, Curious, Unbossed

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In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Steven Baert, Chief People & Organization Officer of Novartis

Episode Highlights

  • The experience he gained working across many multiple countries, cultures and regions

  • What was the driver behind this culture transformation

  • The correlation between culture and performance

  • A look at Novartis' Inspired, Curious and Unbossed Culture

  • Why is curiosity so important in business?

  • Is curiosity being beaten out of us?

  • How showing vulnerability gives others permission to do the same

  • How the pandemic broke the barrier to allow true authenticity

  • How performance management needs to align with the culture you want to create

  • Why did you change the name of the function from HR to People and Organisation?

  • HR Leaders Quick Fire Round

Recommended Resources
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🌍 Lean more about Novartis
📕 Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About The World - And Why Things Are Better Than You Think - Hans Rosling


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