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Melanie Steinbach is a driving force in Human Resources (HR), currently serving as CPO of MasterClass and CBO of MasterClass at Work. In this role, she shapes HR strategy and operations, spearheads recruitment, and champions culture initiatives. Her career is marked by a consistent thread: the strategic alignment of talent and business. A Career Forged in […]
Most organizations can describe their company culture, but fewer can prove it. Culture isn’t what’s written on a careers page or stated in a company all-hands, but what gets rewarded, ignored, corrected—or tolerated. Culture Lives in the Gray Areas The biggest threat to a healthy culture is inconsistency. When some behaviors are addressed and others […]
The engineering industry faces a critical challenge. Demand for energy and technology infrastructure solutions is rising, while skilled engineers remain scarce. This nationwide talent shortage risks firms’ ability to meet growing needs, making retention and engagement crucial. Human resources professionals, with support of and in collaboration with company leaders, must implement innovative strategies that go […]
Political conversations at work aren’t new—but they are becoming more common, more complex, and harder to ignore. According to a recent Kickresume survey, nearly half of employees (49%) have noticed an uptick in political discussion at work, with 72% reporting interest in politics overall. The most commonly discussed topics? Taxes, corruption, and economic issues—subjects that […]
As America’s workforce continues to age, HR leaders face an unprecedented challenge: supporting the psychological well-being of retiring professionals. While most organizations have robust financial preparation programs, retirement’s emotional and psychological dimensions often go unaddressed, leading to significant wellness concerns for retirees. My recent research with senior leaders who successfully navigated retirement transitions reveals a […]
Cyril Boisard‘s career is a testament to the power of curiosity and adaptability. His journey began in the realm of electronic engineering and R&D, but a thirst for deeper knowledge led him to pursue a master’s degree in computer science. Boisard’s early career saw him thrive as a software engineer across diverse landscapes, from multinational […]
Leaders understand financial debt and technical debt. But many overlook a more subtle, equally corrosive liability: culture debt. Culture debt accumulates when leadership delays difficult conversations, ignores misaligned behaviors, or fails to reinforce company values. It’s not always visible right away—but it compounds. Left unchecked, it erodes trust, weakens engagement, and increases turnover. What Culture […]
Tech companies are battling for talent. With innovation accelerating and AI reshaping roles across every function, demand for skilled professionals has never been higher. But while employers scramble to fill roles, they may be overlooking a critical solution in plain sight: older workers. Amid rising living costs and economic uncertainty, many professionals are extending their […]
A new report from Resume.ai reveals a surprising trend: employees are turning to AI tools instead of their managers for help at work. One in five now rely on AI for day-to-day guidance, and more than a third use AI over their boss when preparing for performance reviews. At a glance, this might look like […]
After the upheaval of the Great Resignation, we’re witnessing a powerful new workforce trend: The Big Stay. Employees are increasingly choosing to remain in their current roles, opting for security, stability, and deeper engagement rather than hopping to new opportunities. The Big Stay presents a powerful opportunity for organizations if HR leaders approach it in […]