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Employees are valuing career development more than ever—it’s a sign that the company is willing to invest in their future. How are businesses approaching training today? What are their pain points, and what topics are being addressed in training?
Over the last few months, corporations have been rolling back the DEI initiatives implemented with much fanfare in 2020. This is unfortunate. What is needed is not a retreat, but its opposite: a deeper and more considered embrace of inclusive and diverse thinking. This is necessary not merely because inclusion and diversity are net positives […]
The workplace is in a constant state of evolution, but not all employees adapt to change equally. According to meQuilibrium’s inaugural State of the Workforce Report, organizations face a significant challenge: a deep divide in how employees across different levels perceive and handle change. Understanding and addressing this gap is crucial for HR leaders aiming […]
As Gen Z emerges as a dominant force in the workforce, the relationship this generational cohort has with change presents a paradox. While often hailed for their adaptability in the face of rapid technological and societal shifts, Gen Z is surprisingly struggling with change-related stress at levels higher than their older colleagues. meQuilibrium’s recent State […]
This year’s lineup of HR Works Podcast episodes provided an endless supply of great conversations featuring expert guests, industry leaders, and seasoned HR professionals. From navigating the challenges of RTO and Gen Z, to keeping pace with the latest trends in AI and the backlash against DEI, the episodes that we released in 2024 covered […]
Burnout is a continuously rising challenge in today’s workplace, draining energy, lowering productivity, and driving talent away, threatening both employee well-being and company success. Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It develops over time, often manifesting as chronic fatigue, reduced performance, disengagement, or irritability. Employees may feel emotionally drained or disconnected from their work and colleagues. By […]
How much does compassionate management impact employees’ motivation? Research suggests the impact is significant. The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence developed ways to measure the emotional intelligence of managers at various workplaces. They found that employees whose supervisors score low on emotional intelligence and compassion say they feel motivated only about 25% of the time, […]
In an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries, access to skills in AI, cloud computing, and computer science can make the difference between career advancement and stagnation. Yet, for many individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities, these critical skills remain out of reach. Recognizing this disparity, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS […]
The year 2025 will be an exciting one in human resources. The convergence of artificial intelligence, an increasingly global and flexible talent pool, and improved data analytics will give companies more opportunities than ever before to evolve their talent strategy and operating models to be more effective and efficient. Here are five trends to watch, […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries by enhancing decision-making, increasing efficiency, and driving innovation. For companies, upskilling the workforce in AI has shifted from being a competitive edge to a critical necessity for staying relevant in today’s market. Earlier this year, I led my company’s AI upskilling program. Through a process of trial and […]
If multiple studies and surveys are to be believed, employers are suffering an engagement problem—and there’s no end in sight. Concerns existed even before the pandemic brought upheaval to the workforce by making working from home the norm. That fundamental change didn’t go away when COVID eased, as whether to make everyone return to the […]