Cornerstone Spark 2025

Cornerstone Spark 2025

Cornerstone Spark: Ignite. Inspire. Illuminate. is a limited podcast series recorded live from Cornerstone’s annual user conference — two intense days of real conversations, bold ideas, and future-focused strategy. In collaboration with the WRKdefined Podcast Network, this series captures unfiltered dialogue with Cornerstone customers, partners, and executives as they explore what it truly means to build workforce agility in an AI-driven world. Designed for HR, talent, and business leaders, this series delivers real-world insight — not theory — into how organizations are using AI, data, and modern workforce strategies to close skills gaps, accelerate performance, and stay competitive. Each episode features candid conversations with Cornerstone executives, enterprise customers, and ecosystem partners sharing practical takeaways, behind-the-scenes strategy, and lessons learned from the front lines of transformation. If you care about the future of skills, learning, leadership, and performance — and want perspective that moves beyond hype into execution — this is your front-row seat. To learn more about Cornerstone, please visit https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/

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November 24, 2025 24 mins
The conversation explores the evolution of human innovation, focusing on how each technological advancement enhances human capabilities. It discusses the transition from the Industrial Revolution to the current era of AI, emphasizing the intellectual power that AI brings. The discussion also touches on the fear and adaptation associated with technological shifts, using historical examples to illustrate these points. Takeaways ...
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In this conversation, we speak with Jamie Crews, Director of Learning and Organizational Development for the County of Orange in California. We speak with her about her transformation from a highly goal-oriented mindset to a more relaxed, present approach to life. They emphasize the importance of the process over the outcome and the value of allowing flexibility in one's plans. Takeaways The drive to achieve can be all-consu...
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The conversation highlights the critical role of deskless workers, particularly in frontline positions, and the challenges they face in today's labor market. It emphasizes the importance of these workers in representing a brand's promise. During the episode, we discuss the current labor shortages, particularly in healthcare, and the need for intentional strategies to develop and retain these employees. Takeaways Deskless wor...
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In this conversation, the speaker discusses the evolving landscape of leadership and organizational culture, particularly in the context of AI and employee experience. They share insights on transitioning to a new company, Cornerstone, and the importance of aligning organizational objectives with customer success. The discussion also emphasizes the need for empathy in sales teams and understanding the practitioner's perspective to ...
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In this engaging conversation, Joe Tischbern shares his journey from a cashier in the grocery industry to the head of talent development for a large grocery company. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges of transitioning from store management to corporate roles, and the significance of creating career paths for employees. Joe Tischbern emphasizes the value of hard work, the need for effective leadership develop...
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This conversation delves into the complexities of implementation within organizations, highlighting the concept of 'inevitable disasters' that can occur during the process. It discusses strategies for effective implementation, the importance of leadership, and how to overcome resistance to change. The dialogue emphasizes that while implementation can be daunting, understanding these challenges can lead to successful outcomes. Ta...
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The conversation explores the speaker's journey from education in India to a desire to give back to society, reflecting on the guilt of leaving their home country and the broader impact of their work in the global context. Takeaways Coming out of school was to bring value to society. I had the opportunity to study in the best schools. My goal was to give back to India. I had this little guilt conscious about leaving...
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In this episode, Anna Goldberg and Christy Willix discuss their roles at Cornerstone on Demand, sharing insights into product management, career journeys, and the importance of transparency and adaptability in leadership. They explore the challenges and opportunities in tech, the significance of adult education, and the evolving landscape of learning and development. The conversation also touches on personal experiences, career adv...
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The conversation delves into misconceptions about the importance of technical skills in the labor market, emphasizing that foundational socioeconomic factors such as education, healthcare, and community well-being are crucial for innovation and job market stability. Sean highlights current labor shortages in essential roles and the need for a holistic approach to address them. Takeaways Technical skills are often overemphasi...
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In this conversation, Erin Spencer, a senior research analyst at Deloitte, shares her insights on career pathing, the importance of serendipity, and the evolving nature of career choices. She emphasizes the need for intentionality in career decisions, the value of networking, and the reality that many jobs that exist today were not available in the past. Erin also discusses the importance of adaptability and openness to new opportu...
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In this conversation, Carina Cortez, Chief People Officer at Cornerstone, discusses the importance of authenticity in the workplace, the challenges faced by HR professionals, and the significance of customer engagement. She shares personal anecdotes about her career journey, the evolution of workplace culture, and the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in shaping a positive work environment. Takeaways Authenticity is c...
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In this conversation, Mike Wynn, Academy Innovation and Design Executive at Bank of America, discusses his career journey and the evolution of training within the banking sector. He emphasizes the importance of adapting training methods to meet modern needs, particularly through the use of virtual reality (VR) technology. The discussion highlights the challenges of traditional training methods and the necessity for immersive learni...
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