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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?
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 […]
Ready to dive into the biggest HR controversies of 2024? Our ‘Year of Debate’ series explores the key topics that ignited intense industry discussions. From Gen to AI and DEI, this series provides HR leaders with the information and insights they need to stay ahead of the curve. In August, the New York Times published […]
For many workers, the holidays aren’t just about joy and celebration; they’re also a time of overwhelming stress. Between juggling work responsibilities, family obligations, and financial pressures, it’s no wonder that over half of employees (53%) say they feel more stressed than usual during the holidays, according to a recent Monster poll. Even more concerning, […]
Ready to dive into the biggest HR controversies of 2024? Our ‘Year of Debate’ series explores the key topics that ignited intense industry discussions. From Gen to AI and DEI, this series provides HR leaders with the information and insights they need to stay ahead of the curve. Despite the backlash we’ve heard about Gen Z, […]
Ready to dive into the biggest HR controversies of 2024? Our ‘Year of Debate’ series explores the key topics that ignited intense industry discussions. From Gen to AI and DEI, this series provides HR leaders with the information and insights they need to stay ahead of the curve. The battle lines are drawn as we […]
As companies like Starbucks and Amazon roll back their remote work policies, others are doubling down on flexibility, proving that work-from-home isn’t just a pandemic experiment—it’s a new way of working. Contrary to their approach, other companies like Allstate, Instacart, and Spotify, are choosing instead to embrace remote work. Their focus is on meeting employees […]
One of the first reactions from many employers when confronted with various work-life-balance proposals is a fear of lost productivity. “If we let people work remotely, they’ll slack off,” employers worry. “If we implement a right-to-disconnect policy, we’ll start falling behind.” These apprehensions are understandable, but they tend to take an overly simplistic view of […]