Weekly Digest
GUIDE BY AVADO
Why Negotiating Pay Feels Different in HR
As an HR professional, you know the salary bands and policies better than anyone, which can make advocating for yourself feel complicated. But avoiding the conversation means leaving value on the table. This Avado guide shows how to approach your own salary negotiations with the same clarity and authority you bring when supporting others.
ROUNDTABLE BY HIVE
Invite-Only CRO Roundtable: AI, Accountability, and Sales Performance
Peer-led CRO roundtable with Hive Perform and Warwick Business School: practical strategies for blending AI and human sales execution
EDITOR’S PICKS
EXPERT INSIGHTS
Workplace Equity Is Not Optional: Why Inclusion Requires More Than Policy
Workplace equity isn't about ticking boxes. While legal requirements are the bare minimum, true inclusion demands that organizations actively dismantle barriers and take a personalized, proactive approach.
Discover how intentional leadership and tools can help you move beyond policy to build a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
EXPERT INSIGHTS
Crafting Leadership Development That Sticks
EXPERT INSIGHTS
5 Things to Know When Your HR Team Is Implementing AI
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One in six workers feign AI usage due to workplace pressures, while 75% report an expectation to use AI without adequate training. HR can address this skills gap by providing tailored AI education. Actual productivity and job satisfaction rise with effective support.
EXPERT OPINION
Big Tech Buys Little Tech: Will SAP Ruin SmartRecruiters or Drive Progress
SAP acquired SmartRecruiters, raising critical questions about whether its advanced AI hiring technology will thrive or be constrained by corporate processes. HR leaders must evaluate the impact on talent acquisition efficiency and bias reduction, especially against ongoing legal debates about AI fairness.
WHAT WE'RE LISTENING TO
FUTURE OF WORK
Gen Z Is Rebuilding Workplace Culture With New Values and Digital Approaches
Gen Z is redefining the workplace, prioritizing mental health and authentic company culture while leveraging social media for job searches. Companies must adapt to rising trends such as declining emphasis on traditional degrees, increased freelancing, and AI-driven roles. Millennial leaders are urged to mentor Gen Z, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and organizational growth.
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