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When Meta revealed an AI “CEO agent” replica of Mark Zuckerberg, it proved one thing: digital clones of executives are no longer science fiction. But as AI moves into the C-suite, a massive question emerges: Will these tools build employee trust, or completely destroy it? The second employees feel manipulated by a fake version of […]
An article published recently in the Harvard Business Review (“Employees Are Relying on AI For Personal Support. That’s Risky” by Constance Noonan Hadley and Sarah L. Wright) argues that we are sliding to the point where workers treat AI as a peer. Let’s discuss the challenges and then look to solutions. Challenges When I moved […]
In the year since President Donald Trump issued a series of executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, the federal government’s approach has evolved from initial guidance to active investigations and other legal challenges to workplace DEI programs. Recent actions by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Department of Justice, and Federal Trade Commission signal […]
With everything in a constant state of flux, and the workplace in more consistent turmoil in recent years, the Burnout epidemic had become one of the greatest battles for modern-day HR leaders. Betsy Lopez-Riley, a senior transformation leader with over 20 years of experience, gave attendees the warning the needed, and the advice on how to […]
Leadership development is a priority for most organizations, yet meaningful performance outcomes are only seen when the learning is applied into real-world, day to day leadership habits. One of the most persistent barriers is the gap in how feedback is delivered and acted upon. Recent research from Borderless shows that while 96% of employees believe regular feedback helps them improve, nearly half say […]
AI is rapidly transforming and becoming increasingly integrated into employer’s decision-making. Employers are leveraging AI tools to streamline hiring, manage employee performance, draft contracts, policies, or other legal documents, and even to answer complex legal questions. But as the adoption of AI in HR accelerates, so do the risks. For employers in particular, which have […]
From the trading floors of JPMorgan to the cutting edge of biotech at Moderna, Annie Drapeau has spent three decades proving that the secret to business performance isn’t just in the numbers—it’s in the people. Now, as the CHRO of Ascend Learning, a healthcare and learning technology company, she’s using her unique background in finance […]
In a world where many are questioning the future of DEI, NASCAR is doubling down on a different approach: radical honesty. During a recent panel on “Building Belonging Without Backlash,” Tyrese Manigault, Senior Manager of Employee Engagement at NASCAR, shared how the organization uses “We Engage”—a core part of their performance strategy—to foster a true culture […]
Q: Our technicians travel to different jobsites with company-provided vehicles, and they don’t typically drive to a central company location but rather drive from site to site and then home at the end of the day. Is the travel time to the first worksite and then back home at the end of the day compensable, […]
Generative AI rewards those who embrace constant iteration. Instead of fearing errors, treat them as essential data. Every strange output reveals how the system thinks, providing the edge you need to master the tool. AI offers the rocket fuel that propels innovation forward and enables organizations and teams to overcome challenges and manage risks. This is especially true […]