Category: HR Query

Microsoft’s Future of Work Leader Says ‘AI Is Not a Tool.’ Here’s Why.

Matthew Duncan is serious about this: Don’t call AI a tool. It’s not surprising that this Microsoft exec whose role is designed to challenge the world on the future of work won’t box in or label AI as a tool but, rather, he sees AI as a “mind shift.” When Duncan, Head of Thought Leadership […]

Quest Diagnostics’ Health Director: 4-Step Guide to Employee Wellness

If you want to drive a successful employee health and wellness program at your company, you’ll want to follow Gillian Plummer. Responsible for the health and well-being of 50,000 employees as Director of Employee Health and Wellness at Quest Diagnostics, she can walk you through the steps of what works. Or should we say run? […]

LinkedIn Director of Talent: 5 Things to Know About Manager Onboarding

Need a better strategy for onboarding new people leaders in your organization? Dr. Chrissy Roth-Francis, Director of Talent Development at LinkedIn, can tell you how it’s done. But to understand her approach, it’s important to know Roth-Francis’ background. Roth-Francis worked in higher education for 12 years before joining LinkedIn in 2018, and throughout her career, […]

Panasonic CHRO Uses This Powerful Mantra to Unlock Employee Potential

Although the HR industry is always changing, true innovators like Liz Almeida, Chief Human Resources Officer at Panasonic Corporation of North America, stand out by challenging conventions and embracing the power of human potential.  “It’s about creating the right environment where all employees can really feel engaged, feel like they’re in the zone, experiencing the flow, and […]

Give Employees the Experience They Want: Advice for HR Leaders

Angela Cheng-Cimini is all about the employee in the employee experience. Her passion for people isn’t simply because of her role and 30-year career in HR, but her lived experience informs her leadership strategy to help employees experience work in a positive way. “When I was coming up through the ranks, particularly as a female […]

HR Query: How a Service Mindset Enhances HR Leadership

There are many HR leaders who accidentally found themselves in the industry, Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, is not one of them. In fact, Eubanks knew he wanted to be an HR professional before he even knew what it was called. “I wanted to be in HR when I was […]

HR Query: What Soccer Teaches About Leadership

Joan Peterson is passionate about three things: the work she does, her family, and soccer. How do those three things interconnect? Peterson explains it all when I sat down to talk with her about her passions and how they inform her approach to leadership development. Joan Peterson is the Vice President, Master Facilitator and Leadership […]

HR Query: Leadership and the Employee Experience

Last year, employee engagement in the US fell to its lowest level, with only 31% of employees reporting being engaged at work. As engagement directly affects employee satisfaction, productivity, and overall company success, it’s essential that leaders learn how to best support their workers. Karen Guziciki, HCI faculty member, reminds leaders that it’s okay to […]

HR Query: Supporting Employees’ Mental Health During Times of Crisis

The recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have impacted countless lives, leaving many employees facing uncertainty and hardship. In times of crisis, employers play a crucial role in supporting their workforce. In this week’s HR Query, Karishma Patel Buford, Chief People Officer at Spring Health, shares her insights on how employers can best support their […]

HR Query: Middle Manager Burnout, Layoffs, and the Search for Solutions

Middle managers are facing unprecedented pressure. As organizations streamline communication, this critical layer is often caught in the crossfire, with layoffs impacting one-third of this group in 2023. A recent study revealed that 75% of middle managers report experiencing burnout, and 40% are actively seeking new opportunities. This alarming trend poses a significant risk to […]