HR strategy

5 ways to build transformations that really matter in 2026

Instead of rehashing what didn’t go according to plan in 2025, Kimberly Carroll of IA says let’s focus on what transformation leaders can do better in 2026.

Want smarter workforce strategy? Embrace financial fluency as a critical asset

As organizations navigate digital transformation and shifting talent demands, HR leaders who think like financial strategists gain a decisive edge.

2025 NAHR Fellows named: meet the 6 newest inductees

The National Academy of Human Resources inducted six new Fellows this week, whose contributions are lauded as "shaping the future of work itself.”

Fix your broken wellbeing incentive programs with behavioral science

Some employers are concerned about how employees will adapt if they revise or eliminate incentive programs. These authors show how behavioral economics precepts can help ease incentive program transitions.

AI isn’t killing entry-level jobs. So, what is?

In an era when technology will always move faster than institutions, intent is the anchor that keeps people engaged, this expert writes.

To win the war for talent, focus on the 3 Cs: culture, clarity, compensation

Keeping in mind these three strategies, argues our author, not only pays off with getting the employees you want in the door, but also retaining those you already have.

Want more influence in your org? Try these 4 proven strategies

At a recent isolved event, Sapient Insight Group's Stacey Harris shared new data on strategic HR and recommendations for HR professionals to gain more influence over business strategy and outcomes.

The new HR mindset: Do what matters most with what you have

In a recent webinar, Société Générale’s Mukta Arya urges HR leaders to drive greater impact amid budget constraints through strategy, data, and empathy.

Why is change management keeping HR up at night?

At LinkedIn's recent conference, Jay Shetty and Thasunda Brown Duckett explored what modern HR-led change management should look like.

Board prep for CHROs: How to show up as a strategic business leader

To truly address what keeps boards of directors up at night, CHROs must pivot from reporting on the past to projecting the future—showing direction, identifying risks and demonstrating control over the levers that matter most.

What will it take to keep pharmacy benefits sustainable amid rising drug costs?

Careful plan design, managing high-cost categories and leveraging alternative approaches can help employers contain costs while avoiding wholesale disruptions and maintaining overall employee engagement.

From innovation to exhaustion: Inside the rise of transformation fatigue

New research suggests employees are overwhelmed by change—and AI is a prime driver. This expert offers HR leaders strategies to help the workforce thrive through transformation.

4 hidden pitfalls of open enrollment: Why HR leaders keep struggling (and how to fix It)

When it comes to open enrollment, if everyone’s involved but no one is in charge, even the most capable teams fall into familiar traps. Here's how to avoid them.

Haunted by transformations past: 5 ways leaders can finally move on

The "ghosts" of transformations past may seem frightening but can actually guide HR toward steadier, more sustainable progress, this expert writes.

To stay competitive, talent acquisition must be AI-first

Traditional recruitment is breaking down, and according to analyst Stella Ioannidou of The Josh Bersin Company, the future lies in AI-empowered talent acquisition.

Hiring remotely? 6 red flags to help HR spot fake candidates

Remote work opens the door to hiring someone who isn't who they say they are, which can create massive security risk. This expert lets HR know what to watch for.

Exclusive: Introducing the CHRO Association, the new HR Policy Association

The HR Policy Association announced this week it has rebranded to the CHRO Association. Three leaders spoke exclusively with 'HR Executive' about the transformation.

How HR can use new tech to spot overlooked talent already on the payroll

Internal talent mobility has historically referred to moving talent to different jobs within the organization to create learning opportunities. With the help of AI, we can now think of internal talent mobility more flexibly.

From fear to flourishing: How HR can help teams adopt AI

Though more than three in four companies use AI in some capacity, only 27% have achieved AI adoption across their entire organization. The human element remains the barrier.

The government shutdown brings more uncertainty. 3 ways HR can get proactive

Planning, collaboration and communication are critical HR priorities as organizations navigate heightened uncertainty amid the government shutdown, this expert says.

What will it really take to bring skills-based hiring to life? Walmart’s innovative approach

To truly enable frontline workers to succeed in the long term, organizations need to consider new, strategic approaches to skills-based hiring, says Walmart’s Donna Morris.