SHRM All Things Work

The future of work belongs to leaders who lead with heart — but what does that really mean? 

Claude Silver, chief heart officer at Vayner Media, a contemporary global creative and media agency, unpacks the power of empathy and authenticity in leadership. Sharing personal stories and career-changing insights, Claude reveals how shifting from “correction to connection” can spark innovation, boost retention, and drive growth no matter the role you play in your organization. Learn how leading with authenticity can transform your workplace – and how you can start making an impact today. 

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What keeps people in their jobs – and what quietly pushes them out the door? The answer goes far beyond salary. As workplace expectations shift and uncertainty around AI and the economy grows, employees are rethinking what they truly need to stay engaged and committed at work. 

 

Daroon Jalil, senior researcher at SHRM, breaks down key insights from SHRM’s Global Employee Monitor, a sweeping study of workers across 26 countries. From the surprising disconnect between what employees value and what employers prioritize, to the outsized role managers play in retention, we unpack what today’s workforce actually wants...and how those expectations are evolving in real time.

Resources from this Week’s Episode – The Global Employee Monitor 

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Rethinking the traditional college degree? You’re not alone. With rising tuition costs and student debt, plus the growing appeal of alternative credentials, today’s workforce is exploring new ways to build successful careers. But what challenges do professionals face when they skip the degree route, and how can organizations adapt to unlock untapped talent? 

Isaac Agbeshie-Noye, program director for the Widening Pathways to Work initiative at the SHRM Foundation, breaks down the rise of skills-first hiring, the barriers encountered by nontraditional job-seekers, and how employers can bridge the divide when looking for talent from different educational backgrounds. 

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Think influencers are limited to social media and product promotion? Think again. Professionals within organizations can leverage a powerful set of skills to drive change and inspire action — making influence a valuable asset in every industry. Executive coach Kisha Wynter reveals step-by-step strategies for harnessing data, research, and internal networking to become a strategic influencer, regardless of your position or title. 

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Find out how automation and generative AI are transforming the workforce — not just displacing it. Justin Ladner, SHRM’s senior labor economist, discusses findings from SHRM research and reveals which roles are truly at risk, how HR is adapting, and why non-technical barriers like client preferences and regulations are reshaping the displacement narrative. 

Resources from this Week’s Episode: 


Automation, Generative AI, and Job Displacement Risk in U.S. Employment - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/automation-generative-ai-and-job-displacement-risk-in-u-s--employment 


Automation, Generative AI, and Job Displacement Risk in HR Employment - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/automation-generative-ai-and-job-displacement-risk-in-hr 


Worker Expectations about Automation and Generative AI Job Displacement Risk - https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/worker-expectations-about-automation-and-generative-ai-job-displacement-risk

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