In the latest HRchat episode, I talk with Jocelyn King, CEO and Founder of VirgilHR, a SaaS solution empowering HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment and labor law decisions in real-time. HR has been the passion and focus of Jocelyn’s entire career as she’s supported high-growth technology start-ups and public companies throughout her tenure. […] The post Jocelyn King: Labor laws and Staying Compliant appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

In the latest HRchat episode, we discuss the transformative power of artificial intelligence in HR as we explore how generative AI is reshaping the workplace. My guest this time is John Kannapell, President, COO and Board Member at CYPHER Learning, CYPHER Learning,  a company leading the disruption of learning platforms to deliver a “just in […] The post John Kannapell: How AI is Transforming Human Resources appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

AI has become the ultimate symbol of innovation — a buzzword that grabs attention and fuels excitement. But here’s the reality: not everything labeled “AI” is truly transformative. For many companies, it’s nothing more than a surface-level add-on, with chatbots and basic automation serving as a quick attempt to appear cutting-edge. True AI-first companies operate […] The post The Truth About Being AI-First: It’s More Than Just a Chatbot appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

Discover the future of talent strategy with the trailblazing Jennifer McClure, co-founder of DisruptHR, as she takes us on her journey from corporate HR executive to dynamic global speaker and innovator in the HR community. Listen as Jennifer and Bill Banham discuss the worldwide impact of DisruptHR, now flourishing in 30+ countries, including fresh chapters in Nairobi and […] The post Jennifer McClure: Top Trends Shaping Your Talent Strategy in 2025 appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

Workplace success isn’t just based on achieving your numbers. It hinges on the development of people and growth. Employees experience the most success when they can continue to expand their knowledge and advance in their careers, and businesses have the most success when they inspire their workforce to build and perform innovative, new skills. This […] The post How Employee Development Tools Drive Growth and Engagement appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

Balancing state and federal laws, managing diverse workforces, and fostering a positive company culture can be challenging. But at its heart, employee relations is about people—building trust, creating understanding, and finding ways to connect in meaningful and mutually beneficial ways. Whether you are an HR professional new to the field or a seasoned expert, here […] The post What Every HR Professional Should Know About Employee Relations appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

In the final HRchat episode of the year, Bill Banham and Chris Bjorling reflect on the world of work in 2024. Join them for an engaging discussion on the shifting paradigms within the HR industry and beyond. We’ll explore the significance of recent professional gatherings, like the Disrupt HR event in Buffalo and the ATD […] The post 2024 in Review appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

By Craig Maloney, CEO, InStride and Ehsan Zaffar, Professor, Founder and Executive Director, The Difference Engine at Arizona State University Companies are at a crossroads in determining how to achieve their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals while complying with anticipated restrictions on affirmative action-type programs. As companies explore strategies that still achieve DEI outcomes, offering […] The post The Corporate Education Crossroads: DEI, Tuition Models, and Post-Election Policy Shifts appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

Discover the transformative power of HR leadership in the GovTech sector with HRchat guest, Carrie Cisek, Chief Human Resource Officer at Granicus. Carrie shares her journey from the fast-paced world of a SaaS company during the dot-com era to her role at Granicus, where she is shaping workplace cultures and enhancing government-citizen communication. Revolutionizing Federal […] The post Carrie Cisek: HR and GovTech Innovations appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more

In HRchat episode 772, we attempt to uncover the secrets behind AI-driven transformation in HR with today’s guest, the accomplished technology strategist Bob Pulver. With a career at giants like IBM and NBCUniversal, Bob shares his expertise on why understanding the human side of tech adoption is crucial in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. This episode […] The post Bob Pulver: Unlocking AI-Driven HR Transformation appeared first on The HR Gazette and HRchat Podcast ..read more