News and Opinion for HR, Talent and Leaders
AI has become the ultimate symbol of innovation — a buzzword that grabs attention and fuels excitement. But here’s the reality: not everything labeled “AI” is truly transformative. For many companies, it’s nothing more than a surface-level add-on, with chatbots and basic automation serving as a quick attempt to appear cutting-edge. True AI-first companies operate […]
Workplace success isn’t just based on achieving your numbers. It hinges on the development of people and growth. Employees experience the most success when they can continue to expand their knowledge and advance in their careers, and businesses have the most success when they inspire their workforce to build and perform innovative, new skills. This […]
Balancing state and federal laws, managing diverse workforces, and fostering a positive company culture can be challenging. But at its heart, employee relations is about people—building trust, creating understanding, and finding ways to connect in meaningful and mutually beneficial ways. Whether you are an HR professional new to the field or a seasoned expert, here […]
In the final HRchat episode of the year, Bill Banham and Chris Bjorling reflect on the world of work in 2024. Join them for an engaging discussion on the shifting paradigms within the HR industry and beyond. We’ll explore the significance of recent professional gatherings, like the Disrupt HR event in Buffalo and the ATD […]
By Craig Maloney, CEO, InStride and Ehsan Zaffar, Professor, Founder and Executive Director, The Difference Engine at Arizona State University Companies are at a crossroads in determining how to achieve their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals while complying with anticipated restrictions on affirmative action-type programs. As companies explore strategies that still achieve DEI outcomes, offering […]
Trump and Trudeau 2.0: A Rocky Start to a Renewed Relationship With Donald J. Trump set to return to the White House in January 2025 as the 47th President of the United States, his relationship with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is already off to a tense start. A recent alleged insult from Trump, suggesting […]
After a year when the perils of not carrying out thorough candidate checks put employee screening firmly in the headlines more than once, Matrix Security Watchdog’s Susie Thomson reveals what the next 12 months have in store for this increasingly important area of HR. After the tragic results of the Metropolitan Police’s failure to carry […]
By Carie Galati CHRO at Desert Financial In an era when retaining talent and fostering growth are paramount, Desert Financial Credit Union is setting new benchmarks in employee development with its InvestED education program. In just four years, InvestED has achieved a remarkable 32% participation rate among eligible employees—a rate 1,600% higher than the industry […]
Top HR Podcasts That Every HR Professional Should Tune Into Podcasts have quickly become the go-to source for HR professionals to gain insights, stay updated, and grow their knowledge on-the-go. Whether you’re commuting, taking a lunch break, or even just winding down, HR-focused podcasts provide accessible, expert-led content to keep you engaged and in-the-know. Listening […]
With Donald Trump reclaiming the presidency, HR leaders are once again presented with the challenge of navigating a work environment influenced by political polarization. While the full extent of Trump’s policies remains to be seen, his re-election signals the return of rhetoric that has, historically, been polarizing and, at times, divisive. For organizations aiming to […]