Tag: AI

How AI Will Reshape HR in 2025

In recent years, the HR world has felt the strong influence of AI, forcing leaders to rethink how technology can enhance their roles and team strategies. Starting in late 2022, with the unveiling of ChatGPT and the explosion of the AI hype cycle, HR leaders have been scrambling to integrate this technology into their operations. […]

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, […]

AI and HR Tech in Assessing Skills

Over the past two years, companies of all types, and employees in a wide range of roles, have discovered the flexibility and disruption that technology like generative AI (GenAI) can represent. While GenAI is generally thought of in terms of content creation, in truth it’s technology that can be used in many ways. HR is […]

Global Tech Talent: Unlocking the Potential of the ‘Everywhere Workforce’

We’ve reached a defining moment in the future of work. Shifts in business demands, evolving employee expectations and the acceleration of tech innovation have converged, prompting employers to carefully plan strategies to future-proof their business. Scaling globally is top of mind. G-P’s 2024 World at Work report found that 97% of executives say establishing a […]

The Role of AI in Streamlining Payroll Processing: 5 Ways

The transformative power of artificial intelligence has made its way into payroll processing, ushering in a new era of efficiency and precision. For HR professionals entrusted with the crucial task of managing payroll operations, embracing AI is a strategic imperative for staying ahead. Here’s how AI frees you from mundane administrative tasks to dedicate your […]

Federal Judge in Beaumont Sanctions Employee’s Lawyer for AI Fabrications

A straightforward wrongful termination claim resulted in a $2,000 sanction against a lawyer representing a former employee. Why? Inartful use of artificial intelligence (AI). Reading the Rules The federal judges covering the Eastern District of Texas (the eastern part of our state, roughly from Beaumont to Texarkana to Plano) issued a rule on the use […]

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 […]

New Data Highlights Challenges of Harnessing AI’s Potential

AI has been heralded as a game-changer for the workplace, offering unparalleled access to knowledge, increased efficiency, and automation of repetitive tasks. From streamlining workflows to enhancing decision-making, AI holds the potential to revolutionize productivity and innovation. Companies that effectively harness AI can gain a competitive edge, allowing employees to focus on higher-value, strategic work. […]

Not just a benign buzzword: Setting expectations for AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a buzzword on everyone’s lips, and to quote a hit song from the 1980s, apparently, “The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades.” In other words, many are quick to sing the praises of AI and the opportunities that lie ahead. However, as AI gains more headlines and becomes more ubiquitous, […]

Faces of HR: How Kate Westrin Cultivates Connections at Xero

Kate Westrin, Head of PX (People Experience) Partnering, Product Engineering & Americas at Xero, a global small business platform, thrives at the intersection of people and purpose. Leading a global team, she collaborates with senior leadership to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce that aligns with Xero’s ambitious goals. With over 15 years of experience […]