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Carlee Wolfe, Associate Vice President of Leader Development and Organizational Effectiveness at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, is sounding the alarm: The future of talent management isn’t just about cool technology—it’s about care and courage. Wolfe argues that rolling out Artificial Intelligence (AI) can’t succeed if the only goal is efficiency. It must be built on a strong foundation […]
The conversation about generative AI (Gen AI) is unavoidable in today’s business landscape. It’s disruptive, transformative, and packed with potential—both thrilling and intimidating. As organizations adopt Gen AI to streamline operations, develop products, or enhance customer interactions, the inevitable side effect among employees is anxiety. Will jobs vanish? Will expectations shift overnight? Can they keep […]
There has never been a more important time to hire cybersecurity experts than in the world we live in today, where theft of digital information is the most commonly reported fraud. One alarming trend, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, is the prevalence of employees faking applications and fraudulently accepting remote positions in companies […]
Employee leave management has become an increasingly complex aspect of human resources, requiring a solid understanding of intersecting federal laws and company policies. From accommodating medical needs to maintaining operational continuity, employers must navigate leave issues with care, consistency, and legal awareness. Read on for a high-level overview of key leave laws and best practices […]
In the HR world, there are plenty of professionals and strategists who are able to solve their myriad of issues with bountiful resources. But for most HR professionals, when issues float their way, you can’t cash the same check a Fortune 500 can. Instead, HR professionals can listen to the advice of Sarah Sheffer, Senior […]
For over a decade, Hanna Giraldo has been quietly designing systems that make people successful. Forget buzzwords—Giraldo’s career is all about creating measurable growth through programs that are genuinely “people-first.” Giraldo started her journey deep in the world of coaching, training, and instructional design because she was simply passionate about helping people grow. She spent almost six […]
Not unexpectedly, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly affecting the collective bargaining relationship between labor and management, and the following case discussion addresses both legal and practical aspects of AI’s impact on bargaining. ‘More Machine Now Than Man’ In May, the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) filed an unfair labor practice […]
AI was the top theme at SPARK Talent 2025. While more talent acquisition professionals are warming to the idea that AI can bring recruiting efficiency and cost savings to their jobs and organizations, proving this to the C-suite is often the challenge for HR leaders. During a case study and Q&A session with attendees at […]
At SPARK TALENT, Sue Lam, VP of Global People Analytics at The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC), laid out the strategy for HR to shift from a fragmented, reactive function to a strategic business driver. She shared how TCCC transformed from 32 fragmented business units into a “networked organization.” The key was simple: HR dropped the reactive support role and […]
Employers may recall that earlier this year, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) limiting the recognition of gender to male and female. Texas Governor Greg Abbott then passed a similar directive shortly after and has also signed a bill into law that could affect how employers should address their employees. However, employers shouldn’t neglect […]