The Red Cube

In this episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly sits down with Gráinne Earley, Director of Employee Experience Solutions at FUEL, to dive into what truly makes a great employee experience. Drawing from her hands-on work in events, culture, and strategy, Gráinne unpacks the three pillars every organisation should consider when building their employee experience: shaping your reputation, crafting your culture, and creating meaningful experiences. Cathal and Gráinne also explore how to move beyond surface-level perks (like free bagels!) to create strategies that reflect what employees actually want. Gráinne shares practical insights on hybrid working, global connection, and the evolving role of the office — highlighting the need for thoughtful design, purpose-driven engagement, and clear reasons to bring people together.Register for the GPTW Masterclasses, held on May 7th at The Johnstown Estate: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/greatplacetoworkemployerbrandingsummit/1569920 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Cathal Divilly sits down with Mark Kelly, a global speaker on AI, Founder of AI Ireland, and host of the AI Awards. The conversation delves into actionable ways organisations can leverage AI to transform recruitment, onboarding, and performance management, offering practical use cases and success stories. Mark also discusses the critical importance of simplifying AI concepts to overcome fear and foster adoption in workplaces, emphasising the role of AI in enabling HR professionals to work smarter, not harder. This episode provides invaluable insights for leaders, HR teams, and anyone passionate about using technology to create meaningful impact.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly sits down with Aoife Lee, Founder & Parent Coach at Parent Support, to explore ways workplaces can create a supportive environment for working parents. Aoife shares insights from her years of experience, discussing how employers can meaningfully engage and support parents through the highs, lows, and pivotal moments of parenting. She also touches on the broader impact these efforts can have on workplace culture and how understanding these needs can boost both morale, performance, and trust. This episode is essential listening for any organisation aiming to build an inclusive, family-friendly work culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Catherine Fitzgibbon, HR Director at Core. Catherine shared insights with Cathal from her journey with Core so far, and spoke into the strategies and practices that have allowed Core to maintain a strong, people-centered culture, even through challenging times. Catherine also discussed how Core prioritises supporting its employees through every life stage, and the innovative practices they've put in place to address real-life challenges faced by their team members. From co-designing cancer support policies to fostering open discussions on mental health and fertility, Core is setting a benchmark for employee wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Simon Buehler, Global Employer Branding Lead at DHL. Simon shares his extensive experience in employer branding, detailing his journey over the past six years at DHL and the innovative strategies he has implemented to unify the company's global employer brand. Learn about DHL's comprehensive branding approach, the deep research involved in understanding employee and candidate perspectives, and the unique initiatives like DHL's esports campaign that have helped DHL stand out as an employer of choice.Simon's insights provide a fascinating look into the challenges and successes of managing a global brand in a large organisation, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in employer branding and marketing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Loretta Dignam, Founder & CEO of The Menopause Hub, Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic. Having started the clinic building on her own personal experience with menopause, Loretta has spent her time advocating for widespread awareness and education on the topic and smashing the taboo around menopause. She and Cathal chat into how workplaces can support women in their organisation who are perimenopausal or menopausal, and other employees who can be impacted, be it directly or indirectly. This episode is a must for organisations looking to support women at every stage of their lives, and also for those who wish to educate their employees and senior leaders on this topic.If you want to get in touch with The Menopause Hub email [email protected] or go to the website themenopausehub.ie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Riley Stefano, Global Lead of Employer Brand Marketing at Datadog. Riley speaks into why building a robust employer brand is so important for organisations today, and how employees can often be your best advocates when attracting and retaining talent. Talking through the "ABCs" of employee advocacy, she also outlines the importance of leadership participation when it comes to boosting your brand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by David Nally, Head of HR at Woodie's. A Best Workplace in Ireland this year for the seventh year running, as well as a Best Workplace for Women, Woodie’s have learned how to cultivate a great workplace culture, and David speaks into specifically how they have built a diverse yet also inclusive workforce. He touches on the importance of being reflective of modern Ireland especially in an industry such as retail, and how every organisation can incorporate this from the top down.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Mary Gallagher, Director and Employee Success Business Partner at Salesforce. Mary delves into Salesforce's latest people strategies, including encouraging employee collaboration in the new Salesforce Tower, and the electrifying energy the new space has brought for its employees. Mary also speaks into the topic of individual ownership for team members and how its inclusive culture has helped to drive performance at Salesforce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the thirteenth episode of the Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Aileen Bailey, HR Director at the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). Aileen speaks into how the IRFU have built on their inclusive and progressive policies in the last few years and the importance of staying consistent with your approach from the top down. 2023 winners of the Culture Improvement Special Award at the Best Workplaces Awards, the IRFU have implemented a whole host of initiatives from team huddles to wellness weeks to ensure staff feel supported throughout the business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.