UNLEASH America 2024 is almost here! The international festival of HR returns to fabulous Las Vegas in just under two weeks. This year’s show marks my fifth show in my three years as a journalist at UNLEASH, and I just know this is going to be the best show yet. All of the UNLEASH team have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to bring you the best and brightest from the world of HR and tech. Source ..read more

Employee motivation is a problem for many organizations. The polling company Gallup estimates that a disengaged workforce costs the global economy US$8.8 trillion annually in lost production. What is going wrong? The theories on which practice is based were developed last century. Herzberg’s two-factor motivation theory; Maslow’s hierarchy of needs; equity theory; the job characteristics model... Source ..read more

AI may be the defining trend of 2024, but it is also realizing the fears of being replaced at the same time, particularly among younger workers. The AI in the Workplace Report, composed of research among 1,150 US workers from careers and resume service Zety, found that AI use has proliferated since last year and interest is high among workers to learn new AI skills. Of the workers surveyed... Source ..read more

The British health and beauty retailer Boots recently became the latest large organization to mandate a strict return to the office (RTO) policy. This announcement elicited significant backlash from employees and the wider public as it signaled the end of hybrid working patterns for its staff. This trend of strict RTO mandates is not a ripple, but a wave. According to a September 2023 survey by... Source ..read more

Starting out as a grassroots movement in 1970s America, Earth Day – 22nd April – is a celebration where millions of people gather across the globe to drive action, raise awareness and to inspire change to ensure humanity is protecting the earth and its future. Now, 54 years on from its inception, Earth Day still has an unwavering commitment to driving positive change. In fact, this year’s theme... Source ..read more

According to a recent study: “Common challenges for HR leaders”: 89% of HR leaders believe career paths at their organizations are unclear for many employees, and 66% of HR leaders agree career paths within their organizations are not compelling for many employees. The price of dissatisfied workers is high. Also per Gartner, “On top of that, based on the average cost of replacing one employee and... Source ..read more

There are about five million nurses in the US. Now, this might sound like a lot, but this number is set to decrease each year by 6-8% – depending on the different healthcare divisions. In fact, the number of US-based nurses declined by roughly 3.3% between 2021 and 2022, with the pandemic showing the largest drop off in over four decades – while at the same time experiencing a huge surge in demand. Source ..read more

Driving transformative change is challenging due to various factors such as legacy tech, emerging tech, regulations, market shifts, and talent issues. Enterprise leaders face heightened pressure to innovate. CHROs navigating digital transformation may feel akin to leading a mountain climb, requiring the right team, awareness of challenges, strategic planning, and necessary resources. Source ..read more

Amidst the hype around Artificial Intelligence (AI), the challenge for HR practitioners lies in understanding and harnessing the potential of the technology to enhance various aspects of HR functions, including talent acquisition, workforce management, and employee engagement. By exploring actionable strategies and real-world applications, HR leaders can pave the way for a seamless integration of... Source ..read more

UNLEASH is proud to reveal the finalists for the prestigious UNLEASH Startup Award 2024 that will competing to take home the grand prize. The best and the brightest HR startups have been competing behind the scenes – and today we are excited to announce our five finalists for this year’s competition. These five innovative startups will compete on-site on Day One (8 May at 1:35pm on the Stage 2) at... Source ..read more