The future of HR is rapidly evolving as technology does, which means that the core role of the Chief Human Resources Officer is changing too. Successful Chief Human Resources Officers have to be true strategic advisors to their business and drive organizational performance through HR strategy. This requires a unique mix of competencies, education, and…
As the name suggests, Human Resources is about people. And while we often hear that HR needs to be more business-oriented, data-driven, and digitally proficient, we shouldn’t forget that being a people advocate is an essential part of being a competent HR professional. Why is this so important, and how can you become a true…
Technology is an indispensable part of today’s world of work and is rapidly advancing each year. Therefore, if HR professionals want to excel in their job going forward, they need strong digital proficiency. A report by the OECD (2019) claims that 14% of jobs will no longer exist in 20 years. Another 32% will be…
Getting ready for an HR business partner interview? An HR business partner interview is crucial to determine whether there is a match between you and the organization you’re applying for. Your job is to convince the organization that you can offer them the best solutions and help them achieve their business objectives. During the interview,…
Digital transformation of business processes is generating extensive amounts of data for decision-making. If HR professionals want to stay relevant in the current and future business world, they need to be data literate. What exactly does data literacy mean in HR, why is it essential, and how can you develop your data literacy? Let’s wade…
As we emerge from the coronavirus pandemic, one thing is becoming crystal clear: despite the accelerated automation and the expanding adoption of AI and technology in the workplace, the greatest asset any company has is its people. Indeed, if there is one lesson to be drawn from the impact COVID-19 has had on the world…
HR Skills in the Post-Pandemic Workforce | Erik van Vulpen In this video, Erik van Vulpen, founder of AIHR, speaks at the Bucharest Tech Week (HR Master’s Summit) about the changes that the pandemic has caused in the workplace, how these changes impact the way we will work in the future, and the skills we…
The pandemic, combined with the global skills shortage, has pushed upskilling toward the top of HR’s concerns. According to a 2021 McKinsey survey, 69% of respondents want to build more skills than they did in 2019. Skills such as leadership, critical thinking, digital skills, and quantitative skills. McKinsey suggested nine best practices for upskilling the…
In less than a year, the role of HR has fundamentally changed. From being previously perceived as mostly administrative, HR now plays a more strategic role. CEOs and board members increasingly rely on CHROs to provide leadership that will help their businesses become more competitive in the flexible and hybrid world of work. But for…
More than 50% of all employees will need reskilling by 2025 (Future of Jobs Report 2020, WEF). And employees are eager to do so. According to LinkedIn Workplace Learning report, 94% of employees would stay longer with their employer if there was an investment in their learning and development. In a year full of unprecedented…