You thought you had a tech problem. Turns out, you’ve got a people problem — and a tech stack that doesn’t talk to itself. I’ve seen it too many times. A recruiter updates a job title in Workday. The change doesn’t show up on the career site. Candidates see conflicting info and bounce. TA blames… Read more »
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“Juicebox Just Squirted on HR Tech” – and Google’s Not Far Behind
If you thought HR tech was already weird, buckle up. A startup called Juicebox just landed $30 million, and Google’s quietly turning Chrome into your next boss. I cracked open the latest Chad & Cheese episode expecting the usual chaos, and they delivered. From a Marvin Gaye-infused rant on the state of the world to… Read more »
Have You Heard of Willo?
I first heard about Willo at RecFest UK. I sat in on a panel they did with Amazon, and I was hooked. The vibe, the mission, the way they talked about candidate experience…it just clicked for me. And now, Willo’s raised $4 million to scale even faster. That’s huge. A major congrats to the entire… Read more »
Why PayScale Bought Datapeople: Facing the $300,000 Job Post Fine Problem
I’ll admit: when I first saw the PayScale + Datapeople acquisition, I thought, “wow, another acquisition.” Digging into the “why” reveals a critical reality: that writing job postings wrong can put you on the hook for massive fines. What States Are Demanding Salary Transparency (or Paying for It) More and more states (California, New York,… Read more »
What Went Down on The HR Morning Show Ep. 55: Acquisitions, Job Descriptions, and Red Shoes
On August 5, 2025, I had the pleasure of joining the HR Morning Show crew—Danielle Farage, Joel Lalgee, and Serge Boudreau—for their 55th episode. If you missed it, you can listen to the full episode on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. I also embedded it here: Below is a full recap of the… Read more »
Wasp Stings & Real Talk: What RecFest UK 2025 Taught Me
It’s been almost a week since RecFest UK wrapped, and I’m still buzzing—literally and figuratively. My arm? Still swollen from the wasp attack before my final session (shout-out to whoever saw me frantically power-walking toward the gates…I swear I’m usually cooler than that). But more importantly, I left Knebworth Park with a full heart, a… Read more »
Cross-Border Employment: How to Ensure Seamless Communication
With many modern businesses operating on a global scale, it’s not uncommon for employees to work as part of an international team. Effective collaboration isn’t always easy, even when you’re in the same office. And cross-border employment can also pose its own unique challenges. In this article, we’ve laid out the common communication obstacles globalized… Read more »
Innovative Resume Ideas to Help You Stand Out
Resumes serve as gateways that connect talent with the most suitable roles based on their expertise. However, it is probably no surprise that CV trends change rapidly and employers shift their hiring priorities within the organization. So innovative resume ideas are vital. It is also no small measure that technology has become a mainstay in… Read more »
Work from Home Policy: Development, Compliance & HR Tips
Work from Home Policy: A Guide to Best Practices and Implementation A Work from Home Policy provides a structured framework to balance operational efficiency with employee satisfaction, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and employee needs. This guide details the key components of effective remote work policies, as well as the benefits to organizations and employees… Read more »
How to Balance Employer Expectations With Employee Well-Being
Human resources (HR) leaders are the bridge between employees and management. It’s a big but delicate responsibility to ensure employees are well taken care of and that a high level of care translates to achieving company goals. In other words, you must strike a balance between employer expectations and employee well-being. Sounds simple enough, right? Well,… Read more »
How to Make Sense of Salary Transparency
In the past, most companies did not practice salary transparency. Now, it’s more common to discuss pay openly…instead of hiding it under a rock. This has helped narrow the pay gap, changing companies for the better. So, employees are trusting businesses more. And employers also get to enjoy a 30% increase in applications started. That’s… Read more »
5 Best HRIS Automation Strategies to Align Talent Goals
HR is at the heart of every big change regarding employees in the workplace. Today, HR teams facilitate remote and hybrid working, manage layoffs, deal with issues like employee burnout, and track performance. Hence, the importance of your HRIS automation strategies. A strong HR department can help any business thrive just by managing the people working… Read more »
How to prepare for an OFCCP compliance audit (+ free OFCCP compliance checklist)
Federal contractors received a shock on January 21, 2025, when executive changes suddenly transformed how OFCCP compliance audits will be conducted. President Trump’s revocation of Executive Order 11246–the primary executive order promoting non-discrimination and equality requirements in federal contracting–left many contractors questioning their compliance obligations. To cut through the confusion, I consulted with leading compliance… Read more »
Common HR Time Wasters and Ways to Get Back on Track in 2025
In today’s fast-paced work environment, HR professionals face countless demands on their valuable time. From managing the hiring process to ensuring employee productivity, balancing priorities can feel like a juggling act. However, identifying and addressing the biggest HR time wasters is the first step to reclaiming precious time for important tasks. So, let’s explore the… Read more »
Asynchronous Positions – 3 New Tips for Hiring Success
Hiring managers constantly face the challenge of responding to the needs of an evolving workforce. That means identifying the workforce’s perks, benefits, and even location needs. Enter, asynchronous positions. In recent years, there has been an emerging (and not soon to abate) discussion over work location as employers weigh the pros and cons of hybrid and… Read more »