Learning Management System (LMS) platforms were originally designed to manage required employee training. Today, that definition is starting to fall apart. As part of the broader HR technology landscape, LMS platforms now sit closer to talent decisions, workforce planning, and…
Performance management software preserves the proof HR needs when stakes are high – informing merit increases and promotions while backing up terminations and performance reviews. It’s where managers log coaching notes, HR runs calibration sessions with managers, and investigators pull…
Managers don’t always keep up with performance documentation. Check-ins slip, notes sit in personal files, and feedback leans on memory. Months later, HR is asked to back up a termination, rating, or pay decision and finds the record is thin…
Ask anyone to tell you about a toxic boss, and you might as well sit down for a while. There are a LOT of stories about bad bosses. And even though good bosses -- those like you, of course --…
HR leaders don't let good work and extra efforts go unnoticed. But your front-line managers might not recognize the power of recognition. Employees who feel appreciated by their boss are more engaged than those who don’t feel the love. But…
As HR leaders, you are responsible for shaping the policies and practices that become the culture of your company. You set the tone for how people carry its mission forward. But while many leaders think authority is their greatest tool,…
Merit-based performance seems like a no-brainer. But sometimes there are hidden agendas. Hidden consequences. Hidden costs. They exist when it's not practiced correctly. What's Up in This Episode: Merit-Based Performance That's why in this episode of HRMorning's 3-Point, we talk…
New managers are usually excited, optimistic, determined -- and terribly unprepared. No one wants to be the new manager who fails. Nearly half of them are at risk of failure, according to research from Gartner. Even worse, new managers often fail…
HR technology buying often stalls at the same point. The demo lands. Everyone agrees the current system isn’t working. The meeting wraps without next steps, and the purchase drifts into “let’s revisit this later.” A week later, HR is still…
HR will continue to evolve into a more strategic role within your organization and industry. That’s why knowledge is power. Yesterday's problem could be today's solution. This year's disaster could be next year's greatest triumph. To build your knowledge, we've…
If you don't think initiative works when it comes to getting ahead, here's a woman's leadership story built around NFL playoff dreams that will change your mind. She's not a player (obviously). But this agent, and her all-female team, helped…
In today’s professional landscape, soft skills — interpersonal abilities such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence — are increasingly valued, as they contribute to a more collaborative, productive, and harmonious work environment. Cultivating these skills can significantly boost employee engagement, morale…
Stepping into a managerial role is a rewarding milestone in any career, but making the shift to manager requires more than just doing a good job in your current position. To manage effectively, you’ll need to expand your skill set and…
Being a director is more than just a title. It's a role of immense responsibility, influence and opportunity. Directors are the navigators of organizations, responsible for charting the course to success, steering through challenges, and ensuring that every aspect of…
Agentic AI – autonomous AI tools that act on behalf of users – is reshaping corporate learning, and many HR teams aren’t ready for the impact. In 2026, it’s inviting new questions about how HR oversees training outcomes. Many employees…
When I started writing this story, it was 4 p.m. on a snowy Friday. That's important to know because I love to ski. But I wasn't skiing. I was stuck inside, staring at a blank screen. Why hadn't I been…
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