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Welcome to the #WorkTrends podcast, where we cut past the clutter to ensure humanity is central to the work experience. In the crowded space of HR and HR Tech Marketing, it’s never been more important to stay up-to-date and set your brand apart as an innovative and mindful leader in the space — which is why we hope you’ll join us as a guest on the show.

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Wednesday · 24 min
From AI Noise to Trusted Talent
Today, we are exploring one of the biggest challenges facing talent acquisition leaders: how to identify qualified candidates amid the flood of AI-generated applications. As the volume of applications grows, employers need a better way to separate genuine talent from the noise. We’ll discuss why hiring is entering the trust era, what distinguishes a trusted talent network from the open market, and how organizations can invest in stronger talent relationships before their next role even opens. But before we begin today’s podcast, please ask yourself these two questions: First, are you overwhelmed by AI-generated applications? And second, are you relying primarily on general job boards or are you building trusted talent networks to support your recruiting and hiring efforts?
Wednesday · 25 min
Hidden Potential, Powerful Signal: How Data is Shaping the Next Generation of Executive Leaders
Today we’re exploring how leadership intelligence is changing the way organizations identify and develop future executive leaders. We are going to discuss how recognition and workplace data can uncover overlook potential, reduce bias, and help organizations build stronger talent leadership pipeline. But before we begin today’s podcast, please ask yourself these two questions: Are you using data analytics to identify signals of executive leadership potential? And number two, is your organization open to reevaluating its traditional succession planning and model?
Wednesday · 25 min
Quality of Hire and Employer Branding in the Age of Social Media and AI
In this episode of WorkTrends, we will walk through how younger generations in the age of AI are changing the hiring landscape and explore how we can adapt to protect our teams, brand reputations and quality of hire. The days of water cooler whispers and what happens at work, stays at work are over. For today’s digital native workforce, the line between workplace conversations and public social media posts has all but disappeared. Poof, one viral moment can reshape an employer’s reputation, influence hiring and impact customer trust. In this episode, we are exploring how organizations can stay ahead of these risks while protecting both their people and their brand.
October 13 · 20 min
Mastering Skills-Based HR Practices: From Buzzword to Game-Changer
This is an encore podcast presentation of WorkTrends previously aired on September 20th, 2024. In this episode, we explore research from SAP SuccessFactors on mastering skills-based HR practices, how skills are defined, tracked, and used, and how technology helps organizations gather skills data and intel. A must-listen for anyone in people management. The most surprising finding: the scale of change management required, as recruiters, hiring managers, and senior leaders all have to adapt how they work and make decisions in a skills-based model.
September 22 · 24 min
From AI Noise to Trusted Talent
In this episode of WorkTrends, we dive into how hiring is entering the "Trust Era." We explore the difference between the open market and Trusted Talent Networks, why candidate source matters, and how employers can cut through application overload by investing in trusted relationships. Tune in to discover how talent acquisition leaders can move from more applicants to better connections and better hires.
August 28 · 25 min
Hidden Potential, Powerful Signals: How Data Is Shaping the Next Generation of Executive Leaders
In this episode of WorkTrends, we explore how leadership intelligence is changing the way organizations identify and develop future executive leaders. Join us to learn how recognition and workplace data can uncover overlooked potential, reduce bias, and help organizations build stronger leadership pipelines. We'll also discuss how to turn these insights into personalized development, stronger retention, and smarter workforce planning.
July 24 · 25 min
Quality of Hire and Employer Branding in the Age of Social Media and AI
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we will walk through how younger generations and the age of AI are changing the hiring landscape, and explore how we can adapt to protect our teams, brand reputations, and quality of hire. The days of water cooler whispers and "what happens at work stays at work" are over. For today's digital-native workforce, the line between workplace conversations and public social media posts has all but disappeared. One viral moment can reshape an employer's reputation, influence hiring, and impact customer trust. In this episode, we explore how organizations can stay ahead of these risks while protecting both their people and their brand.
July 17 · 20 min
Mastering Skills-Based HR Practices: From Buzzword to Game-Changer - Replay
This is an encore podcast presentation of WorkTrends previously aired on September 20th, 2024. In this episode, we explore research from SAP SuccessFactors on mastering skills-based HR practices, how skills are defined, tracked, and used, and how technology helps organizations gather skills data and intel. A must-listen for anyone in people management. The most surprising finding: the scale of change management required, as recruiters, hiring managers, and senior leaders all have to adapt how they work and make decisions in a skills-based model.
June 19 · 21 min
How People Analytics Help Solve HR and Talent Management Challenges
This is an encore podcast presentation of WorkTrends previously aired on December 5th, 2025. Your people data is telling you something. Are you listening? In this #WorkTrends episode, we dig into how people analytics is reshaping HR and talent management — from turning raw workforce data into strategic insights, to using AI agents to make faster, smarter people decisions. Whether you're focused on engagement, retention, or performance, this conversation will change how you think about the numbers behind your team.
May 15 · 18 min
From Point Solutions to Platforms: How AI is Rewriting HR Tech
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we sit down with a longtime HR tech leader to unpack the shift from point solutions to AI-driven platforms. We cover what's actually changing, why AI depends on connected, end-to-end data, and what HR leaders should be rethinking in their tech stacks. We also look ahead, platform vs. best-in-class, and how this shift is changing the way HR teams operate and make decisions every day.
April 17 · 23 min
AI, Transparency & Fairness: How to Close the Gap Between HR Teams and Job Seekers
This is an encore podcast presentation of WorkTrends previously aired on November 14th, 2025. Whether you're a recruiter, a job seeker, or somewhere in between, AI is reshaping your experience of the hiring process. In this episode, we break down what the Alignment Advantage Report reveals about how both sides of the table are adapting, and share actionable strategies for building a process grounded in fairness, clarity, and genuine human connection.
February 27 · 24 min
Drugs, Guns & OnlyFans: Why You Should Monitor Online Misconduct
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore the ever-evolving landscape of online misconduct. Whether you're responsible for applicant screening or overseeing employee conduct, this conversation is essential listening before your organization faces reputational risk or legal consequences.
January 23 · 22 min
AI's Role in Transforming Performance into Personalized Development
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we discuss how AI is transforming performance management from a once-a-year evaluation into an ongoing, personalized development experience. Join us to learn how AI-powered insights are helping leaders create more human, data-informed, and future-ready performance conversations.
January 15 · 19 min
Exploring Global Employment Trends
This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 9th, 2025. Join us on #WorkTrends as we analyze global workforce developments through data from Global Partners' comprehensive research. The World at Work Report reveals important trends shaping today's economic environment, cross-border talent acquisition, and how AI is transforming work as we know it. Required listening for HR leaders, recruiters, and business professionals focused on talent strategy.
Dec 5, 2025 · 22 min
How People Analytics Help Solve HR and Talent Management Challenges
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore how people analytics is transforming the world of HR and talent management. From turning workforce data into strategic insights to leveraging AI agents for smarter decisions, we'll unpack how leaders can use analytics to boost engagement, retention, and performance. Join us to explore how this new generation of people-focused intelligence is reshaping the future of work.
Nov 14, 2025 · 22 min
AI, Transparency & Fairness: How to Close the Gap Between HR Teams and Job Seekers
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore how AI is transforming the hiring landscape. We'll discuss findings from The Alignment Advantage report and examine how recruiters and candidates are using AI. The conversation covers transparency, trust, ethical concerns, and how hiring managers and candidates are interacting in new ways. Join us to learn actionable strategies for aligning technology with fairness and a positive candidate experience. It's a timely discussion about building confidence, clarity, and connection in the AI-driven future of work.
Oct 10, 2025 · 20 min
How to Avoid Compliance Mistakes in Our Remote World
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we're talking about how to steer clear of compliance pitfalls in today's remote world. From the basics every leader should know, to what to avoid, how to communicate clearly, and how to keep a close eye on employee wellbeing — this one's loaded with real-world tips any manager can put to use right away.
Sep 9, 2025 · 19 min
Exploring Global Employment Trends
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore global employment trends based on research conducted by Global Partners. We discuss findings from the World at Work Report, which offers critical insights into today's macroeconomic landscape, the state of global hiring, and AI's impact on the future of work. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who is involved in talent management in any capacity.
Jul 17, 2025 · 14 min
Using AI to Improve the Candidate and Employee Experience
In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore how AI is reshaping the way we engage with both prospective and current employees. As we all work to make sense of AI's growing role in our lives and workplaces, this discussion offers thoughtful insights into reimagining talent acquisition, development, and retention. Buckle up—this one's packed with fresh thinking and real-world perspective.
Jun 27, 2025 · 21 min
Hiring, Screening & Monitoring in the Evolving World of Work
In this episode of #WorkTrends, join us as we discuss how hiring, screening, and monitoring online behavior are changing in today's world of work. As digital natives make up a growing portion of the workforce, employers must adopt savvy processes to ensure safety, uphold culture, and align online activity with organizational standards. Do you know what you need to know? Do you have the right tech to effectively keep employees safe? Tune in for this very insightful conversation!

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