Tag: AI

Legal Landscape for AI Use in Candidate Recruiting and Screening Is Changing

According to a University of Southern California study, 55% of businesses are investing in automated recruiting measures that use artificial intelligence (AI). Using AI tools in employee recruiting and screening offers a range of potential benefits to employers, including increasing the efficiency and speed when it comes to finding the most qualified candidates, reducing the […]

Original Intelligence is the Missing Piece in Modern Hiring 

Artificial intelligence is eating at the bottom of the org chart. Entry-level roles in law, programming, research, and other fields built around analyzing information are disappearing, consumed by generative tools that now complete those tasks in seconds.  That’s not necessarily a bad thing. Used well, AI has been phenomenal for productivity—automating repetitive work, speeding up […]

Faces of HR: Julie Lofreddo’s Unexpected Path to People Power

Julie Lofreddo, the Human Resources Director at Greystones Group, found her calling in HR through an unexpected turn. Initially an office manager at a mortgage company, she stepped up when her branch needed dedicated HR support. This led to intensive corporate training, which surprisingly ignited her passion for helping people within an organization. Her journey […]

HRDA Frankly Speaking: Why Ethical HR Tech is Non-Negotiable

Forget just boosting efficiency. Jen Kirkwood, CEO & Founder of Talvana Consulting, and a speaker at SPARK TALENT 2025, reveals a critical truth: the future of HR tech isn’t just about what AI can do, but what it must do responsibly. As employees and candidates become savvier about AI, your company’s ethics are now a legal and brand imperative. […]

The Worrying Trend of Employees Ignoring Corporate AI Rules 

As AI weaves itself deeper into the fabric of professional life, a quiet revolution is taking place behind closed doors. According to Intapp’s newly published 2025 Technology Perceptions Survey, professionals in sectors like accounting, consulting, finance, and law are adopting AI tools at record speed—often without waiting for official sign-off. A Sharp Uptick—With a Catch […]

Leveraging AI for Proactive HR Solutions 

Not long ago, HR teams focused mainly on looking backward—reviewing metrics like turnover rates, engagement scores, and time-to-fill stats to guide decisions. But that’s changing fast. Thanks to AI, HR is stepping into a new role: not just reacting to the past but anticipating what’s next—and taking action in the moment. Welcome to the era […]

The Great Career Shift: How Work, Growth, and Success Are Being Redefined 

Career development doesn’t look the way it used to. And honestly? That’s not a bad thing.  Between automation, shifting values, and changing ideas about success, the old model—climbing the ladder, one rung at a time—just doesn’t fit anymore. Over the next few years, people across industries will be rethinking what growth means, what they want […]

HR’s AI Awakening: Stop Waiting, Start Leading (Your Future Depends On It)

Forget what you think about AI in HR. According to Jen Kirkwood, CEO & Founder of Talvana Consulting, and a speaker at SPARK Talent 2025, generative AI isn’t just changing talent acquisition—it’s flipping it on its head. This isn’t a future trend; it’s the urgent present, and HR’s role is critical. For years, HR’s journey […]

Striking the Balance Between High Tech and Human Connection

HR leaders across industries are finding creative ways to integrate AI and other new technologies into their workflows. Some are carefully testing the waters, while others are jumping in with AI integration embedded throughout their workday. Regardless of adaptation level, all HR professionals are trying to balance new efficiencies with the heart and soul of […]

5 Ways AI Can Personalize Learning and Development

It’s always been important for employees to continue their learning and grow their skillset. But in today’s workplace, the demand for continuous learning and upskilling has never been more critical. As industries transform under the influence of technological advancements, globalization, and shifting market needs, employees must adapt to stay relevant. Human Resources (HR) departments lead […]