July 9, 2026

Podcasts

M&A - Aligning People Pay and Performance

Mergers & acquisitions can unlock tremendous value—but they can also create significant people-related risks if not managed effectively.

In this episode of Laulima Insights, we explore the critical HR and compensation considerations that organizations should address before, during, and after an acquisition. From HR due diligence and cultural assessment to talent retention, compensation harmonization, governance, and long-term performance alignment, we discuss the key workstreams that help organizations protect value and achieve a successful integration.

Whether you're an executive, board member, HR leader, or compensation professional, this episode provides a practical framework for aligning people, pay, and performance throughout the M&A lifecycle.

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Results vs. Impact: The challenge of assessing and rewarding CEOs in turbulent times

How should boards assess CEO performance, and reward for that performance? Click below to learn more from the latest collaboration between Watson Board Advisors and Laulima.

Act 3 - The Hidden Costs of Missing Job Architecture

This is Act 3 of our 6-part series dedicated to exploring how job architecture serves as a foundational capability for modern organizations. In this third installment, titled "The Symptoms and the Stakes: The Hidden Costs of Missing Job Architecture," we examine what happens when organizations operate without a structured job architecture framework. Beyond the visible challenges of inconsistent titles and unclear career paths, we explore the deeper financial, operational, and cultural costs that quietly accumulate over time.

Busy Isn't a Strategy Part II: The Hidden Cost of Strategic Drift

Most organizations don’t lose momentum because they lack effort. They lose it because they lose clarity. And by the time it becomes visible in results, the drift has already taken hold.