Join Alex, the AI co-host of "Your Career: Choice or Chance?” for a special recap episode as we wrap up the second season. Alongside hosts Mike MacDade, Reetu Raina, and Yael Shur, we reflect on the key insights and memorable moments from our discussions on the intersection of GenAI and the workplace. From evolving attitudes towards AI to challenges and opportunities for professionals in various industries, this episode offers a comprehensive review of the season's highlights and the future...

Join Yael Shur, Alex, the AI co-host, and Ora Nussbaum, a program manager in Amdocs People leading transformation Projects in HR, as they dive into the paradigm shift towards Skills-Based Organizations. Gain valuable insights into the fundamentals and practical applications of skills-based organizations, exploring their implementation and the benefits they offer. From understanding the core principles to real-world examples at Amdocs, this episode offers a comprehensive exploration of the...

Join Mike, Reetu, and Yael as they explore the concept of Guided Disruption™. Discover success stories, data-driven insights that guide ongoing improvements, and strategies for ensuring AI-driven disruptions align with company goals and values. Don't miss our AI co-host Alex's final out-of-the-box question, which will leave you thinking about the future of AI-driven disruptions. Key Takeaways: Guided Disruption™ involves the strategic implementation of AI to bring about innovation and...

In this enlightening episode of "Your Career: Choice or Chance – GenAI in the Workplace," host Mike MacDade and Zvi Joseph, Deputy General Counsel, embark on a journey to unravel the intricate relationship between GenAI and individual privacy rights. With the expertise of Zvi, they explore the evolving landscape of privacy concerns amidst the rapid advancement of GenAI technologies. From data collection practices to regulatory frameworks, they examine the key challenges and opportunities...

In this episode of "Your Career: Choice or Chance – Gen AI in the Workplace," host Yael Shur welcomes Itay Gadot, Marketing Strategy Executive, to explore the transformative impact of Multimodality in AI. Together, they delve into the intricate world of AI, unpacking the concept of Multimodality and its profound implications for the future of work. With the insightful perspective of Alex, our AI co-host, the conversation navigates through the nuances of Multimodal AI, from its definition and...

In this episode, Mike MacDade and Jeremy Smith, CTO-Engineering discuss the impact of GenAI on Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Together with AI co-host Alex, they dive into various phases of SDLC affected by GenAI, touching on planning, development, testing, and human collaboration aspects. They explore challenges, opportunities, and ethical considerations arising from the integration of AI into the SDLC. Key Takeaways: Integrating Generative AI in SDLC demands new skills from...

Join host Yael Shur, for a special episode as we celebrate International Women's Day by diving into the intriguing world of GenAI and gender bias. Yael welcomes Laila Sprejer, an esteemed leader in data science and AI teams, to uncover the risks associated with biased data and the challenges faced by women in tech leadership roles. With the insightful perspective of Alex, our AI co-host, the discussion navigates through the impact of gender biases in AI algorithms and strategies to bridge the...

In this episode, Mike MacDade and Mary Tsilov, Product Strategy Manager, dive into the impact of AI on traditional roles, focusing on the importance of reskilling in the product management landscape. They discuss the challenges faced by professionals and organizations and delve into strategies for effective reskilling initiatives. Throughout the conversation, Alex, the AI co-host, brings a unique AI perspective, emphasizing the benefits of reskilling and sharing insights into successful...

Reetu hosts Tzvia Reinhold, an Organizational and Occupational Psychologist and a manager in the Talent Management Team. In this episode, they explore the impact of AI on the employee experience, rethinking AI's role in the workplace, and addressing common fears and misconceptions employees have about AI and automation. With his last question, Alex, our AI co-host, brings his unique AI perspective into the discussion, understanding AI's collaborative potential and coping mechanisms to thrive...

In this episode, Mike MacDade and Alex, the AI co-host, dives into the groundbreaking world of AI's influence on design with industry experts Mirit Cohen, an Interactive Designer, and Andrew Weigand, a Multimedia Professional. The episode navigates through reshaped creative processes, challenges faced in working with AI, opportunities arising, and strategies to adapt to an AI-influenced industry landscape.   Key Takeaways:   Reshaping Creativity: AI integration prompts workflow adaptations,...

Reetu Raina and Alex, the AI co-host, meet Esty Liani, Head of R&D, to explore the complexities of managing diverse teams of humans and machines. The discussion navigates the transition from technical expertise to leadership roles after AI advancements. Key Takeaways: Transitioning from technical expertise to leadership roles amidst AI advancements.Principles for holistic management of diverse technical teams.Strategies for talent retention and motivating AI teams.Overcoming challenges...

In this episode, Reetu Raina welcomes Adam Rogers, Talent Strategy Lead, for an insightful discussion about how Gen AI is revolutionizing talent acquisition.  Don't miss our AI co-host Alex's final out-of-the-box question, which will leave you thinking about the future of talent management with AI. Key Takeaways: AI-driven tools are transforming talent acquisition by personalizing career development and enhancing the recruitment process.AI fosters diversity and inclusion in talent...

In this episode, our host, Yael Shur Shmueli, Head of HR Amdocs technological and Corporate units welcomes Vilma López Lemoine, Technical Program Manager- Data Scientist, to uncover the skills and qualities individuals need to thrive in an AI-driven workforce.  Don't miss our AI co-host Alex's final out-of-the-box question, which will leave you thinking about the transformative power of acquiring new skills in the era of AI and automation. Key Takeaways: Higher cognitive, social, emotional,...

Yael Shur Shmueli, Head of HR Amdocs technological and Corporate units, Mike MacDade, Head of Operations, Amdocs Strategy and Technology, and Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, come together again to set the stage for an exciting exploration of Gen AI's role in reshaping the workplace. Discover what to expect in the upcoming episodes and why the future of work is a topic that impacts us all. In this episode, you’ll get to know a new, exciting addition to this season! Alex, our new AI...

Yael Shur Shmueli, Amdocs Head of HR Strategy and Technology Units hosts the final episode of the first season. Join her as she interviews her co-hosts Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, and Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management Organization. Together they explore the growing trend of boomerang employees in the workplace.  Key Takeaways: The choice to leave: Reetu found her career at Amdocs inspiring but after some time she felt she needed something more holistic and broader. Mike,...

Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, interviews Ayana Gisser, Head of Israel Communications and Social Media, about navigating the workplace without a formal degree. Ayana believes in the importance of formal education but notes that experience is just as important. Her career journey has been filled with opportunities and her willingness to open the door when they knock.  Key Takeaways: A journey to self-discovery: The truth is that Ayana had no idea what she wanted to do with her...

Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, interviews Ela Radzi, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Programs and Operations, Saas and Data business unit, about the opportunities of moving in between units. Ela speaks about her career journey and why she finds internal mobility exciting.  Key Takeaways: Moving has always been a choice: Ela says that twice in her career she had to move due to customer needs, but it was never imposed on her. The choice to move in between units has always been...

Yael Shur Shmueli, Amdocs Head of HR Strategy and Technology Units, talks to Fiona Malone, Amdocs Network Business Operations Project Manager, about embracing new beginnings after an acquisition.  Join them as Fiona shares her unique career journey, organization change and the opportunities and challenges that go with it. Key Takeaways: Career life after a merger  There are significant unknowns, with positives and challenges to being acquired by another, larger organization.  While change...

Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, talks to Itzhak Tueg, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Implementation Manager, about the opportunities for upskilling and why it’s valuable to our careers. With a more than twenty-year career in software, Itzhak started in the testing domain and today manages production. Itzhak believes that his progress is due to upskilling which added knowledge to his career.    Key Takeaways:  Itzhak has constantly made choices to look at where he wants to be and...

Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, talks to luliana Secrieru, Product Manager in Digital Brands and Youth Product, about coming back and embracing leave. In this episode, luliana shares her personal experiences, talks about the different types of leave, and shares insights for colleagues who are considering taking leave.  Key Takeaways: Embrace whatever kind of leave you have when you take it. Uncertainty is a common feeling surrounding taking leave, but employees shouldn’t worry as...

In the sixth episode, Yael Shur, Amdocs Head of HR Strategy and Technology Units, talks to Sumit Kaul, Director of Service Delivery and Solution Sales, about the difference between management and leadership. Hear Sumit’s career journey and how working with multicultural teams has helped him better understand people.  Key Takeaways: Management vs Leadership:  Management is orientated towards the execution of daily tasks and ensuring that we deliver what is needed to our clients. Leadership is...

In this episode, Mike MacDade, Executive Chief of Staff, interviews Hela Shaked, HR Partner, about the importance of career coaching. Join them as Hela shares her personal journey and how career coaching helped her grow and develop.  Key Takeaways: Career coaching- It’s an amazing opportunity that allows employees to stop and check if they are on the right path. It allows employees to ask themselves if they are still happy and passionate about their roles. Both Mike and Hela urge people to...

Join Reetu Raina, Head of Talent Management, and Nati Oz Sinay, Global Business Vice President, as they talk about relocation. Nati shares his personal experiences and what he thinks the advantages of relocation are. Nati relocated from Israel to the Philippines five years ago and this is his first relocation.Key Takeaways:Relocation is good for your career - Research shows that people believe that international assignment experience has real value. Employees learn different perspectives and...

Yael Shur Shmueli, Head of HR for Media, Network, Technology, Next & M&A, interviews Lalit Kale, Lead Platform Architect, on leading development - career growth for technologists without people management. Lalit has been working in IT for more than 17 years with different technologies. He shares what he finds exciting about his position and the world of growth for people specialized in technology. Key takeaways:  We have so many talented people at Amdocs who do not want to manage...