E21: Bridging Technology and Humanity: HR’s New Frontier in Work Psychology with Kyle Forrest
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What if reimagining the future of work meant unlocking not just business performance, but deeper human potential? Join Dr. Bobbi Wegner and Deloitte’s Kyle Forrest as they reveal the unexpected links between neuroscience, team dynamics, and AI. Plus practical insights to help you thrive in the changing world of work.
Kyle Forrest is a leader at Deloitte, specializing in the future of HR, workforce strategy, and unlocking both human and business potential. Deeply passionate about reimagining the employee experience, Kyle champions a shift from tenure-based models to skills-based contributions and helps organizations rethink how people grow, work gets done, and teams align around what matters most. With expertise spanning organizational psychology, new role design, and practical solutions for today's evolving workplace, Kyle brings a thoughtful and forward-looking perspective to building better, more dynamic organizations.
Below are the key takeaways from this episode:
Put Humans Back at the Center: High-performing teams prioritize the human experience as much as business outcomes, ensuring motivation, connection, and well-being aren't overlooked.
AI Needs Empathy and Transparency: Integrating AI and automation at work requires open, empathetic communication to address anxiety and build trust with employees.
Reduce Wasted Effort with Smart Tools: Organizations can reclaim up to 40% of employees’ time from non-value tasks by using technology strategically, freeing people up for more impactful work.
Use Simple Frameworks for Impact: Measurable approaches like Deloitte’s four factors of trust make it easier for leaders to address and improve the people side of business.
Tailor Change to Individuals: Effective transformation means understanding where people are on the change curve, offering the right support, and sharing success stories to help everyone adapt.
Today’s guest, Kyle Forrest, can be found online at:
Website: https://www.deloitte.com/global/en/services/consulting/services/human-capital.html
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleforrest/
Your host, Dr. Bobbi Wegner, can be found online at:
Groops: https://www.joingroops.com/
Personal Website: https://www.drbobbiwegner.com/
Harvard Extension School Faculty Spotlight: https://youtu.be/zwLai-lu-pk?si=GpKNhtxVvTrS3-pu