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How working in private equity helped shape this HR leader’s career

HR Brew

For many HR pros, startups are a career sweet spot. That’s the case for Stacey Richey, who currently is global VP of people at Smartcat, a Series C AI translation company. She’s worked at companies during hyper-growth periods. What first gave Richey the startup bug, she told HR Brew, was a formative early career experience working at a private equity firm, and consulting its portfolio companies on their talent strategies.

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HR Life Cycle Explained: 13 Steps + Toolkit for HR Leaders

AIHR

The HR life cycle encompasses every activity HR carries out, from strategy to organizational design to onboarding and offboarding employees and everything in between. In this guide, we’ll break down what the HR life cycle is, how it’s different from the employee life cycle, and why that distinction matters. We’ll also walk through all 13 stages of the HR life cycle.

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HR at the Heart of Trust and Security: Building Confidence in the Hybrid Office

Hppy

“Trust is built on the consistent, visible protection of both people and their property.” Hybrid work has reshaped not just how, but where people work, and with it, expectations around safety, access, and the protection of both personal and company property. Human Resources sits at the center of this shift, shaping policies and investing in tools that reassure employees: “Your security, privacy, and property are valued here.

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Colorado’s AI Law Sets a High Bar for HR Compliance

HR Digest

Artificial intelligence is transforming HR , from recruitment to performance reviews. But with great power comes great responsibility. Colorado’s groundbreaking AI law, Senate Bill 24-205, effective February 1, 2026, is setting a high standard for businesses using AI in employment decisions. Analysts call it a “heavy lift” for HR teams, requiring robust risk management to prevent algorithmic discrimination.

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Mid-Year Performance Review Checklist for HR and People Leaders

Ensure your mid-year performance reviews are focused, productive, and growth-oriented with this practical checklist from Mitratech Trakstar. Designed for HR professionals, people managers, and team leads, this guide walks you through the full review process—from pre-meeting prep and feedback collection to action planning and follow-up. It also includes tips for creating a comfortable and effective review experience, plus ways to leverage tools like self-evaluations, PIPs, and development plans.

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10 Best HR Spend Management Platforms in 2025

HR Lineup

Managing HR spend is more critical than ever in 2025. With rising labor costs, evolving compliance demands, and a push for ROI-driven decisions, companies need sophisticated tools to gain visibility into HR expenses—from payroll and benefits to training and contingent labor. HR spend management platforms offer a centralized way to track, analyze, and optimize human capital costs.

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5 Mistakes Companies Make During Onboarding (and How to Fix Them)

Hppy

Hiring an employee is not the end of the road for human resource management. Recruitment is just one step in a long process that includes everything from identifying a vacancy, placing an ad, starting the recruitment process, hiring, onboarding, training, and evaluating employee performance. HRM involves many moving parts, each requiring precise organization and coordination.

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HR-Themed Phishing Emails Surge in Q2: How HR Can Fight Back

HR Digest

Cybercriminals are now zeroing in on HR departments. In Q2 2025, HR-themed phishing emails ranked among the most-clicked in simulations by cybersecurity firm KnowBe4. These deceptive emails, often mimicking colleagues or HR processes, exploit employee trust to steal sensitive data. With tactics evolving rapidly, HR leaders must act fast to safeguard their organizations.

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The Future of HR: Why Agile HRIS Systems Are the Key to Staying Competitive

EmployeeConnect

As the workplace evolves faster than ever before, HR teams are under increasing pressure to keep up. From shifting compliance requirements to hybrid work models and rising employee expectations, static systems and outdated processes simply can’t keep pace. That’s where agile HRIS systems come in. An agile HRIS isn’t just another tech upgrade—it’s a strategic investment in flexibility, speed, and resilience.

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How To Nurture Workplace Culture With New Hires

Emergenetics International

Every organization is an ecosystem of interconnected components that influence its culture. When a company builds a positive, productive environment, the climate must be tended to with intention. Two opportunities to influence culture are talent acquisition and onboarding new employees. A transparent, consistent approach to hiring and onboarding that reflects your culture leads to a sustainable operation and sets up employees for success from the start.

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Protect Your Business and Stay On Top of Compliance

To keep your business running smoothly (and legally), HR needs to get compliance right every time. Our HR Compliance Checklist is your go-to guide to cover the basics and start your auditing processes, helping you identify and address any gaps in your HR functions. Remember, compliance rules can differ based on industry and location—you’ll still need to keep up with changing regulations, but our checklist can help you get started.

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HR Shared Services explained: Benefits, functions, and best practices

Zalaris

As employees and organisations increasingly expect scalable, people-centred services that support strategic growth, HR shared services are transforming how organisations balance operational efficiency with strategic HR delivery. The 2024 ScottMadden Benchmarking Report reveals that leading organisations service upto 456 full-time employees with just one shared service staff member.

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Building a Resilient Workforce: Strategies for Talent Management and Succession Planning

SutiHR

In today’s fast-changing business world, your greatest asset isn’t your technology or product; it’s your people. But finding, developing, and retaining top talent takes more than intuition. It takes strategy, data, and the right tools. That’s where talent management and succession planning platforms come in. Whether you’re navigating high turnover, preparing for retirement, or simply […] The post Building a Resilient Workforce: Strategies for Talent Management and Succession Planning

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Improving Panel Interviews: Tips for Success

ApplicantStack

Panel interviews can feel overwhelming for job candidates. One moment they’re having a normal conversation, and the next, they’re fielding questions from three different people while trying to remember everyone’s names and job titles. But here’s the thing: panel interviews don’t have to be intimidating or chaotic. When done right, they’re actually one of the most effective ways to evaluate candidates and make hiring decisions.The problem is that many organizat

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Navigating the Maze: State-Specific Background Check Laws for Employers

AccuSource

No matter the size of the company a Human Resources professional supports, staying compliant with background screening laws is not just a checkbox. Keeping up with numerous changes is challenging, and what is perfectly legal in one state could be problematic in another state. In a world where remote work blurs geographical lines and the push for fair chance hiring continues to gain serious momentum, one must have a good working knowledge of state-specific nuances.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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Simple Employer Guide to EADs and Automatic Extensions

Helpside

This article was written by Tannon Turnmire, Human Resource Representative at Helpside. Hiring employees who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents often means navigating employment authorization documents, also known as EADs. It can feel overwhelming at first, but understanding the basics of EADs and automatic extensions will help you stay compliant and avoid disruptions in your workforce.

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From Disconnection to Dedication: 3 Keys to Boosting Employee Morale and Engagement

MP Wired For HR

From Disconnection to Dedication: 3 Keys to Boosting Employee Morale and Engagement July 24th 2025 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn In our last blog, The Great Detachment , we explored Gallup’s alarming 2024 data showing that over half of U.S. workers are disengaged and job hunting. While quit rates are stable, morale is at its lowest in a decade—and it’s quietly draining productivity, culture, and retention.

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10 ways to tackle the growing problem of unauthorized AI at work

HRExecutive

The rise of artificial intelligence has brought both opportunities and challenges to the workplace. However, a growing trend of employees using free or unauthorized AI tools poses significant risks, from security breaches to the loss of trade secrets. Recent reports indicate that some workers are engaging with AI in ways that are not authorized by the employer, highlighting the importance of establishing policies and protocols that will enable responsible and deliberate adoption and use of AI at

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50 Employee Recognition Ideas That Boost Engagement

HR Cloud

A resignation story recently went viral on LinkedIn. With over 28,000 reactions, it is a story that should make every manager uncomfortable. According to the viral post, the leadership took note of the employee only after he resigned. First the manager, then the GM, then HR. Everyone had the same question — “Why do you want to leave?” And surprise! each time they offered to fix benefits or salary.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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4 Essential AI Training Programs HR Should Offer Employees

Hppy

Artificial intelligence is changing how we work faster than most of us can keep up. Whether you’re in marketing, customer service, or IT, AI is no longer a distant concept reserved for Silicon Valley or tech giants. It’s in your daily workflow. Thus, HR departments have a new responsibility: to equip employees with the tools and training they need to actually thrive in an AI-powered workplace.

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The Risks of Poor HR Investigation Documentation Practices

LaborSoft

HR investigations are a routine yet precarious component of effective employee relations management. When executed properly, an HR investigation might resolve a workplace issue, uphold fairness, or protect the organization from legal complications. However, when documentation falls short, the risks to your organization can be serious. Here's a closer look at how inadequate HR document management practices might leave your company exposed.

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Rise of AI deepfakes and fraudulent candidates are changing how TA recruits

HR Brew

Move over, “Tell me your biggest weakness,” a new weird interview question has surfaced: “Can you wave?” Not kidding. AI-generated deepfakes and candidate fraud is growing in recruiting, and—in response—talent acquisition (TA) pros are learning new ways to suss out the fit of a candidate, and that assessment now must include, “Are you real?” “Fraud hiring isn’t new…it’s really just evolved,” said Julia Frament, Head of Global HR at IRONSCALES, a cybersecurity company specializing in email.

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Want to build a workforce with AI fluency? A chief people officer’s playbook

HRExecutive

Despite growing pressure on HR leaders to ensure their workforce is prepared to use AI, organizational AI fluency doesn’t mean every employee needs to become a data scientist. According to Amy Mosher , chief people officer at HCM platform isolved, it means that workers know “how AI fits into their role, how it can enhance their work and how to use it responsibly.” At its core, says Mosher, an AI-fluent environment requires all employees to practice using AI, knowing when to trust AI-

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The AI Productivity Shift: How 3,000 Pros And 140K Users Are Transforming Work

Hubstaff’s new report, The AI Productivity Shift, highlights how 3,000+ professionals and 140,000+ users are transforming the way they work with AI. Adoption is high—85% are using AI—and the potential is just beginning. Teams that integrate AI into daily workflows report 77% faster task completion, 70% improved focus, and stronger results across the board.

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How Candidate Sourcing AI Is Changing Recruiting | ClearCompany

ClearCompany HRM

If the ways you find and evaluate candidates have changed in the past few years, you’re not alone. Artificial intelligence (AI) has turned traditional candidate sourcing on its head, streamlining the recruiting process and improving the candidate experience. 73% of talent acquisition teams agree it’s changing the way companies hire. There’s no denying the benefits of using AI in recruiting when you see the results : Increased offer acceptance rate by 67% Decreased first-year turnover by 42% Fill

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LinkedIn Data: The Business Case for Skills-First Hiring

Linkedin Talent Blog

“Our founder likes to think of us as treasure hunters,” says Tim Brown , vice president of talent acquisition at Chobani and one of many LinkedIn customers quoted in a new report from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). “Our recruiting team is really out going beyond just pedigrees and trying to discover in candidates’ skills the treasures that can fit into our organization.

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A Smarter Approach to Career Frameworks

Careerminds

As HR professionals, you’re acutely aware of the challenges involved in designing and maintaining effective career frameworks and job architecture. Are your current systems—often spreadsheets—adequate for capturing the complexity of modern talent progression? Or are they a source of frustration, leaving you with outdated, cumbersome data that fails to support meaningful development?

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The Employee Lifecycle Explained: From Hire to Retire Process

Empxtrack

Whether you are an employer or an HR professional, it is important to understand what the employee lifecycle is and how it contributes to employee motivation, job satisfaction, and retention. Every organization needs to develop a deeper understanding of it. To put it simply, the employee life cycle refers to the stages employees go through while working in your company.

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Building Compliant Workplace Violence Prevention Across States: CA SB-553 | NY S. 8358B

Speaker: Speakers:

Workplace violence prevention laws are rapidly evolving, with California’s SB-553 and New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (S-8358B) leading the way. Join WILL’s experts for a nationwide webinar covering compliance requirements, with a special focus on these key state mandates. We’ll guide you through developing and implementing effective prevention policies, building a compliant plan, and delivering the required annual interactive training.

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5 winning global TA tips from a remote-first chief people officer

HRExecutive

HR and talent acquisition leaders must hire employees who can meet today’s demands while also addressing future business needs, even under unforeseen conditions. According to a Gartner survey of over 1,400 HR leaders across more than 60 countries, this challenge goes beyond simply filling roles; organizational culture and strategic workforce planning are equally important considerations as companies work to attract and retain top talent.

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Artificial Intelligence & Hiring: A Way to Reduce Bias?

Helios HR

Discover how AI can transform hiring by reducing bias, improving diversity, and enhancing efficiency. Learn strategies for successful AI implementation in recruitment.

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A trucking company rejected a deaf driver and got hit with a $36 million verdict—here’s what employers can learn.

The Employer Handbook

When a trucking company told a deaf applicant, “No, I’m sorry, we can’t hire you because of your deafness,” it wasn’t just a bad look—it was a multimillion-dollar ADA violation. The jury awarded $36 million (later capped), and the appeals court backed it up. TL;DR: A trucking company refused to hire a deaf driver—even though he had a legal FMCSA waiver and had completed the company’s own driving school with an interpreter.