Highlights
Catch up on the latest topics, trends, and ideas within HR from a variety of people and perspectives.
Recent advancements in technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), have created an environment where technology enablement is much more achievable. Industry 5.0, the next iteration, shifts focus to managing the partnership between humans and machines, aiming to create a more personalized and human-centric approach to manufacturing and production.
The latest AI news on regulations from the United Nations and the state of California along with the latest global AI ranking of nations, the Nobel Prize awarded to AI pioneers, and the first person to be charged with fraud for using AI to defraud music streaming platforms.
Sponsorship supports career advancement by challenging external barriers for the sponsoree, identifying opportunities for them, and advocating on their behalf for a position, promotion, development opportunity, or similar goal. Sponsorship focuses on addressing systemic barriers at an organizational level, which makes it distinct from traditional learning methods and far more effective at making a tangible impact on equitable leadership opportunities.
How can leaders know which skills to prioritize for their development? While each organization has a different stance on what it means to be a good leader, identifying critical competencies and developing a leadership strategy are vital first steps. With this direction and strategy, HR is well-equipped to create a holistic, strategic approach to leadership development that closes organizational competency gaps.
A recurring topic that has emerged in the learning and development space when discussing AI is this: should AI be used to do “creative” tasks, or should the focus be on using AI to do “mundane” tasks so L&D professionals can focus on creative work? In theory, this opposition of “mundane” and “creative” is meant to ease decision-making about how and when to use AI.
By understanding the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on employees, organizations can implement strategies to support their employees and foster greater employee engagement, wellbeing, and productivity.
Loneliness is on the rise, and it's affecting the workplace, too. Addressing loneliness by encouraging connection in the workplace will create positive change at both the organizational and individual levels.
Even though as HR professionals we are no stranger to stress, we might underestimate one of the most powerful ways to combat it…laughter.
In a competitive talent landscape, inclusive onboarding both improves the employee experience and helps the organization become an employer of choice. Every onboarding program has an opportunity to be more inclusive.
Women’s health has traditionally been a taboo topic. Education and organizational support resources (e.g. pregnancy, maternity, and paternity leaves) reduced the stigma around pregnancy struggles. However, menopause, a later stage in a woman's life, remains hidden in the shadows, leaving affected employees unsupported. It’s time to overcome this taboo and start supporting employees through every life stage.
Most of us are accustomed to a seamless technology experience in our personal lives and expect the same level of digital ease at the workplace. A digital employee experience strategy will enhance employee engagement, higher productivity, higher retention, and improved collaboration between teams.
Equal pay, gender equality, and protection from workplace discrimination have been the core pursuit of the women’s rights movement since its founding in the 1960s. Although we have made laudable progress on these fronts, significant systemic and structural barriers remain for women, with one of the largest challenges revolving around the gender wage gap.
Introducing
Get to know HR leaders, their perspectives, and their advice for others in the HR field.
In this Q&A, Miriam Joseph talks about her career, what drew her to this role, and what advice she would give to new HR leaders.
In this Q&A, Iqbal Ali talks about his career, what drew him to this role, and what advice he would give to new HR leaders.
In this Q&A, Lisa talks about her background, what drew her to this role, how we can bridge the gap between HR and IT, and the challenges at the top of HR leaders' minds.
In this Q&A, Cara Danielson talks about her career, what drew her to this role, and what advice she would give to new HR leaders.
In this Q&A, Louis talks about his experience, what drew him to this role, and the top three things HR leaders can do to have a positive impact in their organization.
In this Q&A, Sharon talks about her career, what drew her to this role, and what challenges are top of mind for HR leaders.
In this Q&A, LynnAnn talks about her career, what drew her to this role, and what challenges are top of mind for HR leaders.
Get to know McLean's vice president of HR Research, Learning & Advisory Services. Karen Mann is a seasoned HR professional celebrating 30 years of service in HR, a dedicated career mentor, and a passionate “forever student” committed to growth and learning in the ever-evolving world of HR.