WorkTrends
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Getting Compensation Planning Right for the Year Ahead
Getting Compensation Planning Right for the Year Ahead
About this podcast
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.
Episodes
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- Getting Compensation Planning Right for the Year Ahead · 22 minCompensation Planning Strategies for a Changing Workforce Employers planning compensation for 2027 face steady salary budgets, evolving labor market conditions, and growing…
- From AI Noise to Trusted Talent · 25 minToday, 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…
- Hidden Potential, Powerful Signal: How Data is Shaping the Next Generation of Executive Leaders · 26 minToday 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…
- Quality of Hire and Employer Branding in the Age of Social Media and AI · 25 minIn 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…
- Mastering Skills-Based HR Practices: From Buzzword to Game-Changer · 21 minThis is an encore podcast presentation of WorkTrends previously aired on September 20th, 2024. In this episode, we explore research from SAP SuccessFactors on mastering…
- How People Analytics Help Solve HR and Talent Management Challenges · 22 minThis 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…
- From Point Solutions to Platforms: How AI is Rewriting HR Tech · 18 minIn 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, Transparency & Fairness: How to Close the Gap Between HR Teams and Job Seekers · 23 minThis 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…
- Drugs, Guns & OnlyFans: Why You Should Monitor Online Misconduct · 25 minIn this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore the ever-evolving landscape of online misconduct. Whether you're responsible for applicant screening or overseeing employee conduct…
- AI's Role in Transforming Performance into Personalized Development · 23 minIn 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…
- Exploring Global Employment Trends · 20 minThis 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…
- How People Analytics Help Solve HR and Talent Management Challenges · 22 minIn 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…
- AI, Transparency & Fairness: How to Close the Gap Between HR Teams and Job Seekers · 22 minIn 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…
- How to Avoid Compliance Mistakes in Our Remote World · 21 minIn 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…
- Exploring Global Employment Trends · 19 minIn 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…
- Using AI to Improve the Candidate and Employee Experience · 15 minIn 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…
- Hiring, Screening & Monitoring in the Evolving World of Work · 21 minIn 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…
- ENCORE: Addressing Pain Points In The Business Travel Experience · 21 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on December 13th, 2024. In today's episode, we're diving into the evolving landscape of business travel. Whether you're…
- Creating Cultures of Connection and Belonging, One Team at a Time · 17 minIn this episode of #WorkTrends, join us as we discuss how a new-to-market platform provides a new and engaging way to bring teams together through competition. With a focus on…
- ENCORE: Benefits in the Age of a Changing Workforce · 18 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 13th, 2024. In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of employee benefits and how organizations can…
- ENCORE: How Technology Enables a Deeper Look at Organizational Culture · 20 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on March 7th, 2025. In this episode, we explore the evolving role of organizational culture and how technology is…
- CTRL + ALT + HR: Rebooting with AI · 17 minIn this episode of #WorkTrends, join us as we discuss how AI is shaping HR functions throughout the industry. We understand your curiosity, and we want to help answer your…
- ENCORE: Elevating HR as a Strategic Business Partner in the C-Suite · 22 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 24th, 2025. In today's episode, we're diving into HR's evolving role as a strategic force in the C-Suite. While…
- ENCORE: The Unexpected ROI of Culture and How to Sell it · 20 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on August 9th, 2024. We often hear about the importance of the customer journey—but what about the employee journey? In…
- ENCORE: How Is Frontline Recruiting Changing? Top Trends for 2024 · 22 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 23rd, 2024. Frontline workers were the backbone of the lockdown economy, gaining visibility and in some cases…
- ENCORE: The Power of Personalized Service in Business · 15 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 29th, 2023. When was the last time you received flowers? A thoughtful, personalized gift like that leaves a…
- ENCORE: How Social Background Checks Preserve Work Culture · 19 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on October 22nd, 2022. Creating a safe, inclusive workplace where employees can thrive is a top priority for every…
- ENCORE: Compliance in the Remote World · 21 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 27th, 2024. In this episode, we dive into the complexities of compliance in today's evolving world of…
- ENCORE: The Employee Experience: How to Map & Execute a Successful Journey · 17 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on April 12th, 2024. The journey of a customer is undeniably important, but the employee experience is equally critical…
- How Technology Enables a Deeper Look at Organizational Culture · 20 minIn this episode, we will discuss organizational culture, especially how technology plays an important role in the employee experience. We will explore how traditionally HR-owned…
- ENCORE: Making Your Business More Resilient · 21 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 6th, 2023. When your business is faced with a challenge, how do you respond? Do you crumble under the pressure…
- Harnessing AI and Automation in HR · 21 minIn this episode, we will unwrap the world of AI and Automation in Human Resources. There are numerous ways that AI can augment current processes, and we are here to unpack how it…
- Using HR Data to Tackle Real-World Business Issues · 16 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 9th, 2024. In this episode of the #WorkTrends Podcast, we explore how organizations can harness HR data to…
- ENCORE: How to Become a Great Manager (And Why It Matters) · 18 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 8th, 2023. Have you ever had the privilege of working with a truly great manager? If so, you probably…
- ENCORE: Building Workplace Trust with Background Checks · 20 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on November 23rd, 2023. Workplace trust is the foundation of a thriving company culture, yet it often requires intentional…
- Elevating HR as a Strategic Business Partner in the C-Suite · 22 minIn this episode, we are going to discuss HR's role as a strategic partner in the C-Suite. While the conversation has changed over the years, vying for a seat "at the table" has…
- ENCORE: Keys to a Positive Employee Experience in the New World of Work · 24 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on November 17th, 2023. Leaders, let me ask you two essential questions: 1) Is your organization truly fostering a…
- Strategic Tips and Insights for Rolling out an eLearning Ecosystem · 19 minIn this episode, we dive into the process of rolling out an e-Learning ecosystem within an organization for the first time. We offer step-by-step advice on how to dream up…
- Addressing Pain Points in the Business Travel Experience · 21 minIn this episode, we are going to discuss the world of business travel. Whether you travel for business yourself, oversee a team of travelers, or play a role in planning and…
- Embracing AI for Effective Business Travel & Expense Management · 19 minIn this episode, we are going to reveal how AI is changing the landscape of business travel and expense management. We will unpack some recent travel-related research and discuss…
- A New Focus on Workplace Culture and Wellbeing · 21 minIn this episode, we are going to explore a topic that I truly enjoy - workplace culture and wellbeing. There are many ways to improve the overall lives of employees and it's so…
- ENCORE: How Leadership Values Shape Successful Cultures · 23 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 24th, 2023. Leading people is always challenging, especially in today's evolving workplace. So, what does it…
- ENCORE: Using Empathetic Leadership to Thrive in the New Era of the Employee · 17 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on July 22nd, 2022. Is anything more important than truly understanding the people who make your company thrive? For…
- Compliance in The Remote World · 20 minIn this episode, we are discussing compliance in today's world of work. If your workforce has remote employees, this episode is for you! We'll discuss best practices for…
- Mastering Skills-Based HR Practices: From Buzzword to Game-Changer · 20 minIn this episode, we are exploring the research findings from SAP SuccessFactors about how to master skills-based HR practices. We'll discuss how the world of HR has evolved in…
- Benefits in the Age of a Changing Workforce · 18 minIn this episode, we are discussing the world of employee benefits. We will uncover what benefits appeal to different generations, how technology plays a role, and how to…
- Using Employee Perks to Beat Inflation · 17 minThis is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on August 18th, 2023. Employee perks offer companies a fantastic way to express appreciation and strengthen their employer…
- The Unexpected ROI of Culture and How to Sell It · 20 minIn this episode, we are discussing how workplace culture can be both reliable and surprising in how it affects an organization's bottom line. Tune in to learn how people and…
- Introducing AI as a Next-Gen Screening & Interviewing Tool · 21 minIn this episode, we are discussing the benefits of AI as a next-generation screening and interviewing tool. Join us as we reveal how you can save tremendous time, money, and…
- ENCORE: Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning into a Career You'll Love · 19 min5This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 17th, 2021. A career is about more than just earning a paycheck. It influences your quality of life, mirrors…
