Transforming Workforce Development: Insights from Talent Strategist Mike Ohata

Join Executive Director Rich Douglas on the Human Capital Lab Podcast as he welcomes Mike Ohata, a seasoned leader in talent development and current talent strategist at St. Charles Consulting Group. In this engaging conversation, Mike shares his journey and perspectives on leadership coaching, the importance of developing a skills-centric organization, and the evolving needs of today's workforce. Learn how organizations can foster a culture of continuous development and investment in their people to achieve greater success. Tune in for valuable insights, especially for HR, talent, and learning professionals.

00:00 Introduction to the Human Capital Lab Podcast

00:23 Meet Mike Ohata: Talent Development Leader

01:34 Mike's Journey and Leadership Coaching

04:36 The Importance of Structured Organizations

07:02 Developing Talent from Within

14:40 Addressing Toxic Leadership

17:28 Transitioning to a New Role

20:54 The Skill-Centric Organization

23:24 The Promotion Dilemma

24:35 Implementing Basic Supervisory Skills

26:43 The Importance of Continuous Development

28:41 Developing Executive Leaders

32:53 The Changing Workforce

40:39 Engaging with the Human Capital Lab

Connect with the Guest, Mike Ohata;

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeohata/
• Website: https://www.mikeohata.com/

Connect with Rich Douglas;

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-douglas-92b71b52/

Human Capital Lab Links

• Website: https://humancapitallab.org/
• Interested in Being a Guest? https://humancapitallab.org/podcast/