In an unprecedented turn of events, the focus for HR professionals has pivoted from recruiting new talent to nurturing existing employees in 2025, as highlighted in the SHRM State of the Workplace report. This shift in priority marks a significant change in organizational strategies, where
Middle managers play a crucial role in organizations, bridging the gap between upper management and frontline employees. Despite their importance, they often face significant challenges that hinder their effectiveness and job satisfaction. This article explores strategies to help middle managers
Sofia Khaira is a specialist in diversity, equity, and inclusion, dedicated to helping businesses enhance their talent management and development practices. In this interview, we’ll discuss how AI has influenced HR, the impact of ChatGPT, the unreplaceable human functions in HR, AI’s role in
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally reshaped the global workforce, significantly affecting various demographics in distinct ways. Women bore the substantial brunt of the upheaval, grappling with unique challenges and profound disparities, leading to delayed recovery in their employment levels
TA Services integrates Generative AI, enhancing human resource functions for better efficiency and effectiveness. The company's HR director, Jody Hay, highlights significant improvements in training, development, content creation, and employee engagement analysis due to AI deployment. TA Services
The business landscape is undergoing rapid transformations, leaving organizations scrambling to keep pace with the evolving demands for new skills. Traditional hiring methods, relying heavily on acquiring candidates who already possess the desired skill sets, are proving inadequate in this dynamic
The escalating concern of mental health within the workplace has become one of the most pressing issues in the United States today. Businesses have a crucial responsibility in supporting their employees by offering robust mental health benefits. However, there remains a significant gap in both
Security Engineers, Inc., an Alabama-based security solutions firm, recently faced allegations from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regarding their hiring practices that discriminated against female applicants. According to the EEOC, the company had directed its HR staff to
In recent years, thrilling leaps in technological advancement have often kept the skills gap conversation focused squarely on the need to equip employees with hard, technical skills. While these are critical—especially as many face a shortening shelf life for their professional skills—Gen Z
In an era where fintech stands at the forefront of technological innovation, the role of diversity becomes increasingly critical. The fintech industry, known for its disruptive prowess and capacity to revolutionize financial services, faces a fundamental challenge: ensuring that its workforce
