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Recruiting is changing at a rapid pace. Some organizations are abandoning traditional methods for social media; some think software can do a better job than people.
Words matter, and they matter a lot. As Mark Twain purportedly once said, “The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between a lightning bolt and a lightning bug.” So, I read with interest a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) by @Simons, whose name is Simon Ingari, a […]
WANTED: Innovative, forward-thinking change-maker who can see the big picture while delivering measurable, bottom-line results. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and agile, with the ability to identify and develop budding talent. This may sound like a pipe dream, but it’s what employers are looking for in leaders. Unfortunately, such leaders are in short supply, […]
As we enter 2026, the gap between the speed of work and the speed of learning has reached a breaking point. For HR professionals, the challenge is no longer just “keeping up”; it is about redesigning capability to match the messy, high-velocity realities of daily work rather than clinging to outdated leadership models. After spending […]
The world of Human Resources (HR) saw a massive resurgence in leadership activity in 2025. According to the Russell Reynolds Associates (RRA) Q3 2025 CHRO Turnover Index, global CHRO appointments jumped to 127 in the first three quarters of the year—a significant leap from the 94 recorded during the same period in the year prior. This […]
With AI’s advent and constant changes, we’re watching entry-level jobs change. Gone are the days where entry-level positions assist with note-taking, research, and organization now that a few simple prompts can achieve the same work in short order. So what is the future of entry-level jobs? Madeline Miller, Gen Z Leadership and Culture Strategist, advises how HR […]
We are entering a new era of Work 4.0, defined by rapid technological acceleration, shifting human expectations, and a hiring landscape that feels more complex than ever. AI is reshaping how organizations source, assess, and select talent. It is also reshaping how candidates present themselves: they can now mass apply to hundreds of roles in […]
For over a year, “ghost jobs” have been a hot topic among job seekers and concerned professionals. These are roles posted online that companies have little or no intention of filling. The latest Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) data adds a new twist: The gap between job openings and actual hires, while down […]
A critical new report from the Achievers Workforce Institute (AWI) delivers a clear economic warning to HR leaders: U.S. employers are projected to lose at least $1.3 trillion in attrition in 2026. This massive cost is driven by a simple, avoidable factor: a lack of cultural investment. AWI’s 2025 Employee Engagement & Retention report surveyed employees […]
The talk among both employers and jobseekers increasingly seems to be focusing on struggle. Employers bemoan a dearth of qualified candidates, while young jobseekers who are just beginning to launch their careers voice frustration. Recent research has found that well under half of new college graduates are finding jobs in their field. Are the jobseekers […]
2025 has been a year of shakeups and constant changes, especially for recruiters. The role of associates to executives continue to shift and expand, and the advent of AI has really challenged HR professionals to rethink how and why they hire. Luckily, HR Daily Advisor has been there every step of the way, keeping you […]