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AI in HR: Why This is HR’s Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity to Lead Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future promise; it’s here, reshaping the way organizations operate and forcing leaders at every level to rethink how work gets done. In my ongoing conversations with David Creelman, CEO of Creelman Research, we’ve been diving deep into how […]
According to JLL’s recent occupancy research, portfolio optimization has emerged as the top priority for corporate real estate professionals. Companies are reshaping their approach to office space by reducing and standardizing individual workstation sizes while shifting from dedicated desks to flexible, shared workspace arrangements. This strategy has two main reasons behind it: Improving office occupancy […]
Recruitment in the Age of AI The recruitment landscape is shifting faster than at any point in history. Business models that once held steady for decades can now become obsolete in just a few years. For HR and Talent leaders, this pace of change raises urgent questions: How do we adapt to the rise of […]
The modern workplace relies heavily on technology, with tools like video calls, instant messaging, and collaboration platforms connecting teams across cities and continents. However, this constant stream of digital communication can overwhelm employees, as notifications stack up and work hours spill into personal time. Many organizations fail to look at the negative effects of prolonged […]
The Storytelling Superpower What makes a leader stand out—not just for their skills, but for the lasting impression they leave on people? According to Bobby Umar, one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 leadership speakers worldwide, it comes down to one thing: the courage to tell authentic stories. When leaders share stories that reveal vulnerability, they […]
What happens when you combine cutting-edge technology with a more human approach to airline service? In HRchat episode 838, I talk with Jeff Weber, Chief People Officer at Breeze Airways, about the future of work in the aviation industry. Jeff, who joined Breeze after successful HR leadership roles at forward-thinking organizations like Ancestry.com, explains why […]
Ever considered a career in scaffolding? Most haven’t, but Paul Napper is on a mission to change that perception. As the Head of Training and Education at NASC (National Access and Scaffolding Confederation), Paul joins me in HRchat episode 836 to share how this overlooked industry offers diverse career pathways and impressive earning potential. “There […]
In a recent episode of the HRchat Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dessalen Wood, Chief People Officer at Syntax, a global managed cloud provider for mission-critical enterprise applications. With a 25+ year career spanning retail, entertainment, and tech—including senior roles at Reitman’s, HBC, Cineplex, and Disney—Dessalen brings a wealth of experience to […]
Lately, crises have become increasingly common. Several well-known organizations across various sectors experience them. Some emanate from corporate fraud, while others relate to environmental and climate change parameters. Whatever the cause may be, crises can be a tumultuous time for an entity and its employees. Perhaps the most challenging aspect of such circumstances is that […]
Customer education is critical to the success of products and software. If companies can’t provide users with a clear roadmap on how to use the technology simply and efficiently, they run the risk of losing them to competing solutions that do. An effective way to do this is with video. Ninety-eight percent of people have […]