Talent Talks by be/impact
Talent Talks by be/impact
Talent Talks by be/impact is a podcast about what it really takes to attract, grow, and retain great people in a fast-changing world of work. Hosted by Julian Buschmaas, CEO and co-founder of be/impact, each episode features honest conversations with leaders from consulting, professional services, technology, and beyond on culture, learning, leadership, purpose, and the future of talent. Rooted in be/impact’s belief that teaching is one of the best ways to learn, Talent Talks shares practical ideas and fresh perspectives for anyone building teams that stay and thrive.
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Talent Talks by be/impact

Welcome to Talent Talks by be/impact

Talent Talks by be/impact is a podcast about what it really takes to attract, grow, and retain great people in a fast-changing world of work. Hosted by Julian Buschmaas, CEO and co-founder of be/impact, each episode features honest conversations with leaders from consulting, professional services, technology, and beyond on culture, learning, leadership, purpose, and the future of talent. Rooted in be/impact’s belief that teaching is one of the best ways to learn, Talent Talks shares practical…

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Talent Talks with Mike Drolet: How to drive employee engagement
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May 14, 2026

Talent Talks with Mike Drolet: How to drive employee engagement

In this episode of Talent Talks, Julian speaks with Mike Drolet, Chief Operating Officer at Six Degrees, about leading through change, building trust, and helping people stay valuable in an AI-shaped workplace. They explore why leaders need to listen before acting, how to turn learning into real behaviour change, and why adaptability, communication, and personalised development matter more than ever.
Talent Talks with Peter O'Connor: Building teams that stay and thrive
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Talent Talks with Peter O'Connor: Building teams that stay and thrive

In this episode of Talent Talks, Julian speaks with Peter O’Connor, CEO of Target Group, about what it takes to build teams that stay and thrive. They explore leadership, communication, learning, AI, and why helping people flourish matters more than ever.
Talent Talks with Yv Corbeil: Creativity, curiosity and AI at work
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Talent Talks with Yv Corbeil: Creativity, curiosity and AI at work

In this episode of Talent Talks, Julian speaks with Yv Corbeil, Managing Director & CCO, ExCo member at Niji, about how AI is changing creativity, careers, and team performance. They explore the shift from AI literacy to AI capability, why curiosity is becoming the most valuable skill, and how leaders can create cultures where people experiment, learn, and thrive.