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🎙 What is HR's role in successfully integrating a blended workforce? https://lnkd.in/ezM4F_Gu 🎙 “You’ve got (an increasing) number of people who want the agency of working when and where and on what they want, and they have the skills that are in high demand, and so they can do that.” Gartner estimates that 35-40% of the global workforce will be classified as independent workers by 2025? This raises an interesting question: How does HR navigate this new world of the blended workforce, and effectively manage and integrate freelancers into their organisations? This was the topic of a recent Harvard Business Review article by Diane Gherson and Lynda Gratton (see link below), and I’m delighted that they are my guests for this week’s episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast. “(Three impacts of the blended workforce on organisational structure). One is work become projects. The second is individuals develop skills and mastery. The third is that you have workflows.” In our conversation, Diane, Lynda and I discuss: 🎤 The factors driving the rapid increase in independent work and how technology is enabling this transformation. 🎙 The impact of a blended workforce on organisational structures and the evolving role of managers. 💡 Practical strategies for HR leaders to adapt workforce planning and recruitment processes to integrate freelancers effectively. 💢 The importance of building the right cultural infrastructure to support a diverse and dynamic workforce. “Some companies have separated the role of the manager into managing work and managing people, but you can’t really do that unless you have digitised workflows.” Thanks to Lynda and Diane for sharing their time and expertise with listeners as well as Adedamola Adeleke, Jake Sorofman, Ian Cook, Paul Rubenstein and the team at Visier Inc. for sponsoring this series of the podcast. Thanks too to Stefan Kesić, Jasmine Panayides, and the teams at Insight222, myHRfuture and Listen for bringing the podcast to life. “People Analytics is the engine room for HR, and it should be at the centre of everything HR does. It certainly was for us at IBM, and it enabled us most importantly to forecast and deploy skills in a way that was a win-win for the employee and for the business.” #humanresources #workforceplanning #futureofwork #peopleanalytics #culture #leadership #management #employeeexperience #hrtech #talentmarketplace #orgdesign #recruiting #skillsbasedorganisation

Extended workforce is a huge theme. But can you effectively navigate a world where your total workforce composition is shifting quite radically? David Green 🇺🇦 Diane Gherson and Lynda Gratton provide valuable insights and wealth of experience on the topic. One datapoint leading into this discussion by Gartner: ”Gartner estimates that 35-40% of the global workforce will be classified as independent workers by 2025? This raises an interesting question: How does HR navigate this new world of the blended workforce, and effectively manage and integrate freelancers into their organisations?”

🌟 Elevating HR Through Data-Driven Decision-Making 📊 In the era of #HRTransformation, data-driven decision-making is crucial for enhancing organizational performance: 🛠️ Aligning HR Strategies with Business Goals Data-driven decision-making helps HR align its strategy with the company’s strategic objectives to support overall business goals. Check out Paulette Alviti podcast with David Green 🇺🇦 on aligning the #HR operating model with business goals to drive organization growth 👇 📚 Managing Skills and Competencies #DataAnalytics and new technologies (#AI) facilitate the design of a robust #skills & #competencies framework, identify current skill levels, predict future needs, and tailor learning programs, ensuring the workforce is ready for challenges. We'll deep dive it later, in the meantime have a look at Nick van der Meulen, Olgerta Tona and Dorothy Leidner article to know more (👉 https://lnkd.in/eiDaDDZF) 🎯 Optimizing #Learning and #Development As aligning programs to business goals is the n°1 focus in 2024, L&Ds lean on #Data Analytics to assess training programs effectiveness, identify #SkillGaps within the #workforce, and, tailor learning and development initiatives to individual needs to give people the necessary skills for future success. As Sara Dionne says in LinkedIn Learning report "if companies invest in learning today, they’ll have more engaged and impactful employees ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges." (👉https://lnkd.in/e9CSPmsA) 📊 Driving Performance Management Hein J.M. Knaapen sums it up perfectly in his article on how HR adds value to the company (👉 https://lnkd.in/eqK6q-_T) Using performance data to provide a comprehensive view of employee contributions and areas for improvement, #PeopleAnalytics support managers making data driven performance management decisions. 💬 Enhancing Employee Engagement and Retention Data-driven strategies based on employee surveys and feedback lead to actionable insights. Learn more from Emily Killham's insights on "Move from insight to action" (👉 https://lnkd.in/e4T9F7sB) 🧲 Improving Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Kevin Wheeler podcast explains how companies can move toward predictive recruitment analysis and refine their recruitment strategies & processes using Data Analytics to attract top talent more efficiently (👉 https://lnkd.in/ekJ2hmkW) 📢 Embracing data-driven decision-making in HR enhances efficiency and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Leveraging data as a strategic asset unlock the full potential of #PeopleAnalytics in an increasingly complexe workplace (#SWP)

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#weconnectweshare - Essential HR Resources (Curated by: Neelie Verlinden) With 2025 just weeks away, it’s that time of year again! Many of us are diving deep into strategy meetings, setting ambitious goals, and mapping out priorities for the year ahead. 🗓️ To help you craft an impactful 2025 HR plan, I’ve curated a comprehensive list of must-have resources across 7 key HR domains. Here’s a sneak peek: 🔹 HR Trends 2025 👉 The Future of HR: 2025 Trends - by Deloitte 👉 5 Critical Workforce Trends to Watch - by Forbe0 🔹 Talent Acquisition 👉 2025 Talent Acquisition Benchmark Report - by LinkedIn 👉 AI in Recruitment: 2025 Playbook - by AIHR 🔹 DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) 👉 Global DEI Trends for 2025 - by McKinsey 👉 DEI Strategy Templates for HR Leaders - by HubSpot 🔹 Performance Management 👉 2025 Performance Trends: Agile Goals & Real-Time Feedback - by Gallup 👉 Revamping Performance Management: A Guide - by SHRM 🔹 HR Analytics and Insights 👉 The 2025 State of HR Analytics Report - by AIHR 👉 HR Metrics That Matter Most in 2025 - by PwC 🔹 Learning & Development 👉 Emerging Skills for 2025 - by LinkedIn Learning 👉 Upskilling Playbook for HR Teams - by Skillsoft 🔹 Wellness and Work-Life Balance 👉 The Future of Workplace Wellness: 2025 Edition - by Forbes 👉 10 Wellness Program Ideas for HR Teams - by Wellable 💼 For the complete collection of these FREE resources, download the PDF and click to link and see resources. Have you locked in your 2025 HR strategy yet? Which of these resources speaks to your biggest priorities for the new year? Let’s start a conversation in the comments! And if you find this helpful: 1️⃣ Hit “like” to let me know. 2️⃣ Share it with your colleagues and network. Here’s to a successful and inspiring 2025! 🚀 Team: Truong Hong Ha (Mr Niem Tin) | Vuong Nguyen An #HRStrategy #FutureOfWork #HRResources

I’m really enjoying the Digital HR Leaders podcast! I've listened to a few episodes so far, and it's been super insightful. In the latest episode, "The Key Role of HR In Successfully Integrating a Blended Workforce", David Green and guests Lynda Gratton and Diane Gherson explore the evolution of work - driven by remote work flexibility, evolving job platforms, and changing career expectations. They jam on some key topics: - Rise of Freelancing and Independent Work: McKinsey's and Gartner's studies reveal a significant increase in the number of freelancers globally, with more people opting for flexible, project-based work. This shift is changing traditional work structures and creating new challenges for HR. - Impact on Talent Management: Freelancers are increasingly taking on strategically important roles. Companies are hiring specialists on a freelance basis to fill gaps in expertise, while full-time employees retain cultural and strategic responsibilities within the organization. Freelancers often curate their experiences by switching between industries, broadening their skills in different environments. - Role of HR in Integrating Freelancers: HR is now tasked with managing freelancers as part of their workforce, moving away from procurement-led vendor management systems. The responsibility includes tracking freelancers, ensuring they fit within the organizational culture, and making recruitment more specialized. - Workforce Planning and Organizational Structure: Organizations need to rethink traditional career paths and workforce planning. Internal marketplaces for skills and roles, flexibility in career development, and the ability to bring in external specialists are becoming critical. Additionally, ensuring that full-time employees feel valued through opportunities for growth, purpose-driven work, and non-toxic cultures is essential to retaining talent. - Technological Advancements: Platforms that facilitate talent acquisition, project management, and skill verification are crucial in the blended workforce era. These technologies reduce friction, allow companies to access a global talent pool, and enable employees to verify and grow their skills. - The Future of Work: Both Gratton and Gherson emphasize the experimental nature of today’s workforce dynamics. Companies are exploring different approaches to integrating freelancers, balancing the trade-offs, and creating organizational structures that accommodate project-based work. The conversation concludes with the guests stressing the importance of HR in creating a cohesive and flexible workforce that can adapt to the evolving demands of the labor market, while also emphasizing the role of technology in making this transformation successful. You can find the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/ghaqG7Tn

2025 is just around the corner—are you ready? We're here to help you build your HR strategy for 2025 and beyond with insights from some of the best in the industry! From evolving workplace trends to emerging talent management tactics and more, these resources will provide you with the knowledge to stay ahead of the curve 👇 ✨ Top HR Focus Areas for 2025 by Gartner: Key priorities to focus on to drive success. https://lnkd.in/e2pxsXGW ✨ HR Trends 2025 by ADP: Insights on adapting your people strategy. https://lnkd.in/dutq78nU ✨ Workplace Changes in 2025 by YAROOMS: What you need to know for talent management. https://lnkd.in/g6_hJngK ✨ The way we work - in 2025 and beyond by PwC: How HR is transforming the future. https://lnkd.in/dnAXpd-m ✨ 2025 State of People Strategy by Lattice: An in-depth look at people strategy trends. https://lnkd.in/gXf3UUuK ✨ How to Develop an Effective HR Strategy [2025 Edition] by AIHR | Academy to Innovate HR: A step-by-step guide to crafting your HR vision. https://lnkd.in/de2R7hy2 ✨ 7 Important Tips for Creating a Future-Proof People Strategy by livingHR, Inc.: Practical tips for long-term success. https://lnkd.in/drYdXPZg ✨ Your Strategic HR Planner to Navigate & Elevate 2025 by Engagedly Inc: Stay organized and ahead with this free tool. https://lnkd.in/df2YB45S ✨ Future-Proofing HR: Top Risk Management Tactics for 2025 by Justworks: Key tactics to mitigate HR risks in 2025. https://lnkd.in/diKEBAAs ✨ 11 HR Trends for 2025: Embracing Disruption by AIHR | Academy to Innovate HR: Embrace disruption and stay prepared. https://lnkd.in/gP3xaSar ✨ Top 5 Workforce Priorities For Leaders in 2025 by Forbes: Leadership insights for a successful workforce strategy. https://lnkd.in/evSCmcV8 Check out these expert resources to ensure your HR strategy is ready for success in 2025! #HRStrategy #FutureOfWork #2025Planning #PeopleFirst #HRTrends #WorkforceInnovation #HRResources #FreeResources #HumansforHumans #livingHR

If you’re interested in how HR strategy needs to support the independent / blended / contingent workforce of the future, take a listen to this recent episode of the myHRfuture #podcast Many of you will need no introduction to Lynda Gratton and Diane Gherson. Two pre-eminent thought leaders on the Future of Work. Their insights, moderated by the ever talented David Green 🇺🇦 are well worth a listen. Key points you will here about include: 1 - The factors driving the rapid increase in freelance work and how technology is enabling this transformation. 2 - The impact of a blended workforce on organisational structures and the evolving role of managers. 3 - Practical strategies for HR leaders to adapt workforce planning and recruitment processes to integrate freelancers effectively. 4 - The importance of building the right cultural infrastructure to support a diverse and dynamic workforce. https://lnkd.in/ekWJrjPW

It’s been a while in the HR team and I still come across people most of the days assuming what do I do? 🤷🏻♂️ 💼What Does HR Really Do? Let’s Talk About It. It’s funny how often I hear the misconception that HR sits behind a closed office door, operating in isolation and delivering bad news to employees. Sure, there might still be organizations where HR operates as a silo, shrouded in mystery. But in most organizations I’ve been a part of, HR is far from that! HR is a collaborative enabler. We’ve moved out of closed doors and into meeting rooms, shared spaces, and strategic discussions. Here’s a glimpse of what we do: ✔️ Working alongside leaders to align business needs with workforce planning. ✔️ Supporting teams by identifying skill gaps and enabling upskilling opportunities. ✔️ Facilitating hiring to help teams achieve their goals without burning out. ✔️ Acting as a trusted partner to make the organization operate at its best. We’re not a separate entity—we’re part of the business, committed to helping it succeed. If you don’t know what HR does or how we can help, just ask! Most HR professionals I know are more than happy to share insights or lend a helping hand. Let’s move past the stereotypes and recognize HR’s role as a driving force behind organizational success. #HumanResources #Collaboration #WorkplaceCulture #BusinessPartnering #HRLeadership #Upskilling #WorkforcePlanning #HiringSolutions