News and Opinion for HR, Talent and Leaders
As businesses navigate increasingly competitive markets and complex economic environments, employee onboarding has become a critical touchpoint for long-term success. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), companies are now able to streamline onboarding in ways that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the new hire experience. But with speed and automation comes a challenge: […]
In HRchat episode 802, assessment expert Dr. Deborah Kerr dives into why the science of hiring remains “broken” despite decades of research and how validated assessment tools can transform results. Dr. Kerr and I discuss the startling statistics: managers get hiring decisions wrong approximately 80% of the time, according to Gallup research, with human cognitive […]
What happens when HR strategy genuinely aligns with a company’s mission? Amy Kruglak, the first VP of People at medical AI company Elucid, reveals the powerful impact of intentional employee experiences in this thought-provoking conversation. After taking a post-COVID break to recharge from the exhaustion many HR leaders experienced, Amy found herself drawn to Elucid’s mission […]
Workforce Challenges in the European Industrial Sector In the European industrial landscape, workforce challenges are substantial. According to a French interministerial report published in November 2023, industrial projects, particularly in areas such as nuclear energy, hydrogen, and the energy transition, are rapidly expanding. However, the sector is facing an unprecedented labor shortage despite increasing hiring […]
How BNP Paribas France Transformed Its HR Operations with Neocase In today’s fast-paced corporate world, HR teams are expected to handle a high volume of employee requests while maintaining efficiency and compliance. For a global financial leader like BNP Paribas France, ensuring a seamless HR service experience was a top priority. To meet this challenge, BNP […]
How Tata Steel Transformed Its HR Services with Neocase HR departments face increasing challenges in delivering efficient and streamlined services while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience. Tata Steel Netherlands, a global leader in the steel industry, took a significant step in modernizing its HR operations by centralizing services with Neocase. Here’s how they achieved a […]
The Annual Performance Review Is Dead: Leveraging AI Instead For decades, annual performance reviews have been the cornerstone of employee evaluation. Yet, mounting evidence suggests that these infrequent assessments are not only outdated but also detrimental to both employee engagement and organizational growth. It’s time for HR professionals to acknowledge the shortcomings of traditional reviews […]
The 800th episode of the HRchat Show welcomes Chad Sowash, the dynamic co-host of “HR’s Most Dangerous Podcast” – the Chad and Cheese Show. Chad has worked in the HR, Talent Acquisition, and HR Tech space for over 20 years consulting hundreds of Fortune 500 companies like AT&T, Lockheed Martin, and The Ford Motor Company. […]
Matrix Launches ‘Unlocking Unseen Talent’ Whitepaper: A Roadmap to the Future of Work Matrix Workforce Management Solutions (in association with The People Space) has unveiled its latest whitepaper: Unlocking Unseen Talent: The Future of Work. This timely report explores the rapid evolution of workforce models and offers critical insights into how HR leaders can build agile, resilient […]
From laptop-toting C-sections to spreadsheet nightmares, employee leave management has long been one of HR’s most complex and frustrating challenges. Mahima Chawla, CEO and co-founder of Cocoon, is changing all that with a revolutionary approach to leave administration. In HRchat episode 799, Mahima talks with me about how a chance conversation sparked her journey into the leave […]