Emma Harvie
Behavior Change Expert
Elevate Workplace Culture

Emma Harvie

Transforming organisations by unlocking the power of human behaviour.

Emma Harvie

Transforming organisations by unlocking the power of human behaviour.

Behaviour ChangeOrganizational PsychologyAI Adoption
Global Head of Recognition & Rewards Insights at Achievers
Co-host of the A-Listed podcast on appreciation at work
Behavior change and organisational psychology specialist
Helps leaders build cultures that embrace change

About Emma Harvie

Transforming organisations by unlocking the power of human behaviour.

I'm Emma Harvie, a behavior change expert and co-host of the A-Listed podcast, where we explore the science and stories behind appreciation at work. I'm the Global Head of Recognition & Rewards Insights at Achievers, and studying a Master of Business Psychology, I focus on why organisations struggle to adapt, emphasising that transformation hinges on human behaviour rather than just technology.

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Seasoned Podcast Communicator

I bring polished, on-mic experience as a co-host, making your interviews smooth, engaging, and easy to edit.

Actionable Behavior Insights

I translate behavioral science into clear, practical steps your audience can apply immediately in their own workplaces.

Fresh Angles on Change

I reframe transformation, recognition, and AI adoption through a human behavior lens, giving your show distinctive, thought-provoking content.

High-Relevance Stories

I share real-world recognition and culture examples that resonate with leaders, boosting listener engagement and episode retention.

Episode Angles & Topics

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Why Transformation Is a Behavior Problem, Not a Tech Problem

I break down why so many change initiatives stall and how focusing on human behavior can dramatically improve outcomes.

Common behavioral reasons organisations struggle to adapt Why technology alone rarely delivers transformation Behavioral levers leaders can pull to support change Examples of cultures that embrace, not resist, change
The Science of Appreciation at Work

I share research-driven insights on recognition and rewards that move beyond perks to genuinely shift culture.

What the data says about effective recognition How appreciation fuels collaboration and creativity Designing rewards that actually change behavior Stories from exploring appreciation on the A-Listed podcast
Building Cultures of Collaboration, Creativity, and Resilience

I outline practical ways leaders can shape everyday behaviors that create stronger, more adaptive teams.

Behavioral signals that shape team norms Recognition as a tool for resilience and trust Encouraging creative risk-taking through rewards Small, repeatable practices that shift culture
Human-Centered AI Adoption at Work

I reframe AI adoption as a behavior challenge, helping your audience think beyond tools to people.

Why AI initiatives fail when behavior is ignored Addressing fear, motivation, and trust around AI Using recognition to support new tech behaviors Aligning AI projects with real human needs
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Audience Takeaways

Listeners gain a clear, practical understanding of how behavior, recognition, and human-centered change can transform their workplace culture and make organisational change more sustainable.

Hot Topics
Why most transformation efforts fail when they ignore human behavior.
How recognition and rewards reshape culture, not just morale.
Practical behavior-based strategies to make change stick at work.
Why Trust Me
Global Head of Recognition & Rewards Insights at Achievers
Co-host of the A-Listed podcast on appreciation at work
Master of Business Psychology student focused on organisational adaptation
The Ideal Show

Podcasts on leadership, workplace culture, HR, organisational change, future of work, and practical applications of behavioral science in business.

Recent Podcast Appearances

New HBR Research: Employee Recognition Drives Business Performance

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Aug 18, 2026

Everyone Gets a Voice, Recognition = Connection, and The Best Job in HR with Carol Chapple from Ryan

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Aug 2, 2026

The Missing Piece of Total Rewards, AI Readiness, and Duck Puns with Alia O'Neill From Duck Creek Technologies

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Jul 7, 2026

Psychological Safety and The Science of Feeling Seen with Tegan Davies from Be Well Co

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Jun 22, 2026

Multi-Generational Workplaces and the Future of Work with HR Brew's Mikaela Cohen

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Apr 27, 2026

The Signals That Shape Performance, Behavioural Clarity and Investing in People with Riges Younan

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Apr 13, 2026

Community-Building, Connection, and the Recipe for Resilience with Frauke Stoffel from Five Star Bank

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Mar 30, 2026

The Impact of Appreciation, Recognition's Role in Employee Engagement, and New AWI Data With Emma Harvie

A-Listed with David Bator and Emma Harvie Mar 2, 2026

Key Achievements

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Leading global recognition and rewards insights for Achievers.
Co-hosting a dedicated podcast on appreciation at work.
Specialising in why organisations struggle to adapt and change.
Applying behavioral science to real-world workplace transformation.

Professional Experience

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Global Head of Recognition & Rewards Insights
Achievers

Leads recognition research and behavioral insights to help organisations build cultures that embrace change, collaboration, creativity, and resilience.

Co-host
A-Listed podcast

Co-hosts conversations exploring the science and stories behind appreciation at work, bringing practiced on-mic skills to every interview.

Education

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Master of Business Psychology (in progress)

Speaker Topics

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What Emma Harvie Can Speak About:
Behavior change expert Organizational psychology insights Workplace recognition strategies Employee rewards research Culture of appreciation Human centered change

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