There are some board-level people metrics that are sometimes labeled as productivity metrics but are probably better understood as administrative bloat … Read more
5 ‘Hacks’ HR Can Use to Help the Business Grow
We conducted some research recently amongst fast growth start-ups. We asked them about their recipe for long term success – they put people and factors … Read more
How HR Technology Will Set You Free
If this picture of files is how you keep employee records, today’s DisruptHR talk is for you. For everyone else, consider what Louise Rogers tells … Read more
Improve Your Tech Recruiting With Job Shadowing
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the demand for new IT workers will grow 13% by 2026, that’s faster than the average for all jobs, making … Read more
Building a Business Case For HR Programs Is As Easy As PIE
Here’s the most important business finance formula you’ll ever need: P=I-E. Don’t you just wish the HR business was as easy as pie! It … Read more
Will You Have the Right Skills For HR In 2025?
I was in a conversation with the most senior HR leader of a very large regional organization recently and when asking him what’s on top of the list that … Read more
Embrace Change and Make It Work For You
Most of us recognize that the pace (and magnitude) of change has dramatically increased over the last several decades, in large part due to technological … Read more
Your Interns, Your New Hires and Even Your TA Teams Are Putting Your Company at Risk
As human resources teams onboard their summer interns, they’ll notice that many are eager to celebrate their first day by sharing photos online. It may … Read more
What’s Keeping HR and Finance From Being Friends?
In the current business climate, pressure is on HR and Finance to pull together and manage the workforce more effectively. EY research has shown there’s “a … Read more
Use Design Thinking to Build a Talent Process and Agile to Improve It
The design thinking approach combines strong discovery with Agile methodologies applied to prototyping and testing. Robust discovery is the foundation of a … Read more
Outsourcing Your Talent Strategy Could Be a Cost Effective Option
Over the last several years, HR leaders have increasingly recognized that talent relationship management is essential. Many organizations retain a Chief … Read more
The Business Case For Diversity and Inclusion
The US Census Bureau projects that by 2050, the country will have no racial or ethnic majority. Therefore, companies in the US are making strides towards … Read more
Your HRMS Was Not Built to Manage Performance
According to Sierra-Cedar’s recent HR Systems survey* the Sierra-Cedar 2018-2019 HR Systems Survey White Paper 21st Annual Edition, the two human capital … Read more
Diversity Is Where You Start. Inclusion Is Where You Make a Difference
Diversity is the kindergarten of inclusion; it’s all about numbers and colors. Not to knock kindergarten, but the question of how many of one group or … Read more
A Solution to the Problem of Too Small ‘Big Data’
In the deep ocean of big data, it’s hard for companies to know what’s true or even relevant to their operations. The latest research from Hamsa Bastani, … Read more
Don’t Lose the Know-How That’s Going Out the Door
They say that knowledge is power, and in a business context, it is undeniably the case that information is an invaluable asset. The challenge all … Read more
Creating an EVP for People Analytics
When a few colleagues and I started a group called the Silicon Valley Culture Club in the early 80s, our goal was to create a safe place where those of us … Read more
Analytics Can Make Your Branding Campaign More Effective
It’s evident that emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics are driving digital transformation within … Read more
Ready For People Analytics? Here’s How to Sell It
Many HR professionals are bombarded with blog posts and emails reminding them that if they don’t do something about people analytics, then they are missing … Read more
HR Needs Better Skills to Step Up Career Coaching
Talent management and talent acquisition leaders and talent management-focused HR business partners are often the first responders for employees seeking … Read more