A few years ago (2019 to be precise – pre-pandemic!) I wrote about the battle of “Conference HR” vs. “Real World HR” (still one of my top 5 read blog posts) in which I pointed out that the hot-takes offered
HR and the Law of Unintended Consequences
The actions we take, whether as individuals or institutions, often lead to consequences that we did not anticipate. This phenomenon, known as the Law of Unintended Consequences (LOUC), is a fundamental aspect of human decision-making and has significant implications for
Myth Busters: Rethinking Hiring in the Modern Workplace
There are numerous notions we hold close – in our hearts and minds – about recruiting and hiring employees. We often learn these things early in our career as a manager, HR professional or recruiter. In the professional equivalent of
Paper Trails and Power Plays: HR Technology
Not that long ago – I am talking within the last 5 years – I worked with a company that, to put it mildly, was reluctant to implement new work and HR technology. Monthly financial reports, delivered to department heads
