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Faces of HR: Andrew Dawson’s Rise to Chief People Officer

As Chief People Officer and Head of Corporate Affairs at BVI Medical, Andrew Dawson brings a unique and powerful perspective to human resources. His career is a masterclass in building HR functions from the ground up and evolving with the needs of the business. Here’s a closer look at the experiences that forged his path to the […]

4 Ways HR Can Build Trust With Employees 

“HR isn’t your friend.”  “You can’t trust HR.”  “Where is the HR for HR?”  Just look at any post with the tag “#HR” and you’ll see mountains of comments like these from employees and industry experts alike.   Let’s face it: HR’s reputation has been on shaky ground for a while. Some have tried to […]

How to Weed Out AI Job Applicants 

The remote hiring boom has introduced a new risk frontier for HR professionals—the rise of AI-generated fake job applicants. Using generative AI, deepfakes, and stolen personal data, malicious actors are flooding the job market with fraudulent applications.  As fake candidates’ methods become more sophisticated, HR teams must evolve strategies to maintain hiring integrity and protect […]

EntertainHR: Tick tock, TikTok: Why Employers Should Evaluate Social Media Policies  

TikTok is home to many viral video trends, including “day in the life” and “story time” videos. “Day in the life” videos frequently contain short, collected clips of a user’s day with music, text, or voice-overs explaining their day-to-day roles (and possibly their workplace).   For example, a “day in the life” video may feature an […]

Why Your Team Fails to Use Gen AI Effectively and How to Change It

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping industries and redefining operational paradigms. It offers unprecedented opportunities for organizations to enhance efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.   For organizational leaders, the imperative is clear: to harness the full potential of Gen AI, a meticulously crafted learning […]

FCC Chair Focuses on Eliminating Corporate DEI

On July 8, 2025, T-Mobile notified Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr that it would be rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program so the FCC would approve the company’s proposed merger with US Cellular Corp.’s wireless operations and its purchase of the fiberoptic internet service provider Metronet. On July 10, the […]

The Real Barrier to AI Adoption Isn’t Fear — It’s Poor Training

When organizations invest in AI and other workplace technologies, they often focus on integration, security, and cost-efficiency. But one of the most critical—and overlooked—factors in successful adoption is employee training.  Training Gaps Drive Tech Resistance  According to the newly released Yooz 2025 Workplace Tech Resistance report, training deficiencies are the leading reason employees resist new […]

Strategic HR Leadership Through Uncertainty: Navigating Layoffs and Reductions in Force 

Workforce reductions are a harsh reality in Corporate America, with nearly 700,000 layoffs announced in the first half of 2025. Whether it’s a layoff or furlough, reductions in force (RIFs) are never easy, but with the right strategy, HR professionals can help organizations navigate this difficult process with care and empathy. Understanding the key legal […]

How HR Teams Are Actually Using AI: Real-World Applications and Best Practices

AI is no longer a distant concept—it’s a daily tool, increasingly embedded in how HR teams attract, develop, and support talent. As organizations push toward more agile, data-driven operations, HR departments are adopting AI to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver more personalized employee experiences. But they’re also grappling with concerns around privacy, bias, and […]

Few Lawsuits in First Half of 2025; Flurry of New Cases for End of FY2025

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed only 16 lawsuits so far in 2025, far below the 36 filed at this time last year. Of the 16 lawsuits, six are sexual harassment, three are religious discrimination, three are disability discrimination, two pregnancy discrimination, and one each are age discrimination and national origin discrimination. At […]