“Tomorrowist” Podcast Episode
Inside HR-X: How to Maximize People and Technology to Drive Business Value (Functional Acceleration)
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This week, host Jerry Won revisits some of the most insightful conversations from season two of Tomorrowist through the lens of SHRM's HR-X framework. Drawing on research from more than 1,200 organizations, SHRM's HR-X framework identifies the practices that distinguish high-performing HR teams and the business outcomes they deliver.
This episode focuses on Functional Acceleration — the systems, strategies, and operational capabilities that help organizations maximize people and technology to drive measurable business value. Tune in for expert insights on AI adoption, digital transformation, workforce capability, and data-driven decision-making from leaders who are redefining the future of work.
Related to this Episode:
HR-X Is the Standard
HR-X captures exactly how your HR practice supports and drives enterprise success, helping you act with intention instead of reacting under pressure.
Research: The Business Case for HR Excellence (HR-X)
SHRM’s HR-X research shows that higher levels of HR maturity across four dimensions are associated with stronger financial performance, greater productivity, higher employee engagement, and more.
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Jerry Won
Jerry Won is a renowned keynote speaker, speaking coach, and entrepreneur. He has worked with JPMorgan, Harvard Business School, SXSW, Google, and Meta, and his insights have been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, LinkedIn, and more. In 2023, he hosted a conversation with Vice President Harris at The White House Forum for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Jerry is the Founder & CEO of Just Like Media, an innovative storytelling company, and World Class Speakers, a speaker coaching and training company.
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