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Thriving in the Age of AI: The 3-Bucket Analysis for Future-Proofing Your Role

8 April 2025

Thriving in the Age of AI: The 3-Bucket Analysis for Future-Proofing Your Role

Author: Heather Nezich

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the nature of work and challenging traditional roles across every industry. For HR professionals and employees alike, understanding how AI is reshaping talent is critical to staying ahead. Fortunately, there's a clear and practical way to evaluate where your work stands in this new landscape: the 3-Bucket Analysis.

Michigan Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle 2 Opens April 14, 2025

1 April 2025

Michigan Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle 2 Opens April 14, 2025

Author: Heather Nezich

The Michigan Going PRO Talent Fund offers more than $55 million to employers for training that leads to a worker credential for skills that are transferable and recognized by industry. Though focused on hard skill training, Going PRO grants can be used to develop supervisor skills in the employer’s workforce. 

Love as Business Strategy: Redefining Workplace Culture

25 March 2025

Love as Business Strategy: Redefining Workplace Culture

Author: Heather Nezich

Workplace culture is evolving, and HR professionals are at the forefront of this transformation. The old norms – fake empathy, hustle culture, and an obsession with productivity – are being replaced with a more human-centered approach. What’s driving this change? A simple yet powerful idea: love as a business strategy.

Creating an Inclusive Workplace for Neurodivergent Employees

18 March 2025

Creating an Inclusive Workplace for Neurodivergent Employees

Author: Heather Nezich

Neurodivergent individuals – those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences – bring unique perspectives and strengths that can greatly benefit organizations. However, without proper support and accommodations, they may struggle to thrive. With April 2nd being World Autism Awareness Day, let’s look at how HR professionals can identify and create an inclusive environment for neurodivergent employees.

The Rise of Task Masking: A Wake-Up Call for HR Professionals

11 March 2025

The Rise of Task Masking: A Wake-Up Call for HR Professionals

Author: Heather Nezich

As organizations push for return-to-office (RTO) mandates, a new workplace trend has emerged: task masking. This behavior, where employees appear busy without necessarily being productive, is a growing concern for HR professionals striving to foster genuine engagement and efficiency.

Invest in Retention, Cut Recruitment Costs

4 March 2025

Invest in Retention, Cut Recruitment Costs

Author: Heather Nezich

Employee turnover is costly for companies, posing significant business risks. A new analysis by The Conference Board highlights the strong business case for investing in talent retention – not just to mitigate turnover costs but to enhance competitiveness as well.

3 Key Workplace Challenges for Managers to Tackle in 2025

7 January 2025

3 Key Workplace Challenges for Managers to Tackle in 2025

Author: Heather Nezich

The last few years have been transformative for workforce management. Remote and hybrid work models are now commonplace, artificial intelligence became deeply integrated into workflows, and multi-generational teams brought new complexities to team dynamics. Unsurprisingly, many managers are feeling overwhelmed by these expanding responsibilities.

New Year’s Resolutions vs. Workplace Goals: Striking the Right Balance

17 December 2024

New Year’s Resolutions vs. Workplace Goals: Striking the Right Balance

Author: Heather Nezich

As one year ends and another begins, people worldwide embrace the tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions. Similarly, in the workplace, goals and objectives are critical tools for shaping an organization's direction. While both aim to inspire progress, the similarities and differences between personal resolutions and professional goals reveal insights into motivation, accountability, and success.

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Elf on the Shelf vs. HR: Who Wears the Watchdog Hat Better?

10 December 2024

Elf on the Shelf vs. HR: Who Wears the Watchdog Hat Better?

Author: Heather Nezich

The holiday season brings us many joys: glittering lights, warm cocoa, and the ever-watchful presence of the Elf on the Shelf. This tiny elf has something in common with another entity that keeps us on our toes all year round – Human Resources. Let's see who does the job better!

Overwhelmed HR Teams Look to AI and Digital Transformation for Solutions

3 December 2024

Overwhelmed HR Teams Look to AI and Digital Transformation for Solutions

Author: Heather Nezich

Human Resources teams are feeling the strain of managing an increasingly digital workforce, compounded by the rapid adoption of AI-driven technologies. A recent report from aconso, Transitioning from Manual to Meaningful: Unlocking HR’s Potential through AI and Digital Transformation, sheds light on the challenges facing HR leaders and their plans to address them. The findings, based on a survey of 650 senior HR leaders, highlight a landscape where technology roadblocks and complex...
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Employers and Gen Z Face Growing Pains

26 November 2024

Employers and Gen Z Face Growing Pains

Author: Heather Nezich

Every generation enters the workforce with its unique characteristics, shaped by distinct experiences and societal shifts. When the youngest members of society step into their professional roles, there’s often a period of adjustment as they and their employers navigate differences in expectations, communication styles, and work habits. For Gen Z—those born between 1997 and 2012—this transition has proven to be particularly rocky.

7 Blind Spots in Leadership Development

19 November 2024

7 Blind Spots in Leadership Development

Author: Heather Nezich

A recent TalentLMS survey reveals a concerning gap in leadership development. While organizations face a growing need for effective leaders, their efforts to nurture leadership capabilities appear to be falling short.

3 Tips to Ease Post-Election Tensions in the Workplace

12 November 2024

3 Tips to Ease Post-Election Tensions in the Workplace

Author: Heather Nezich

While employees have signaled in various surveys this year that they generally prefer not to discuss politics at work, the intensity of the current election and its results may inevitably lead to workplace conversations. This election resulted in high emotions for many.

Addressing Key HR Challenges: Developing Talent, Coaching for Performance, and Managing Conflicting Priorities

5 November 2024

Addressing Key HR Challenges: Developing Talent, Coaching for Performance, and Managing Conflicting Priorities

Author: Heather Nezich

In ASE’s recent Member Challenges Survey conducted in September, one of the top five challenges our members listed was developing talent, coaching for performance, and managing conflicting priorities. These challenges are interconnected and directly impact employee growth, satisfaction, and overall company success. By effectively addressing these issues, HR leaders can foster a more resilient and productive workforce. Here are some practical strategies for tackling these top HR...
8 Key Statements Employers Might Hear During Election Season (And How to Handle Them)

29 October 2024

8 Key Statements Employers Might Hear During Election Season (And How to Handle Them)

Author: Heather Nezich

As the 2024 election campaign reaches its peak, discussions about politics will likely find their way into the workplace. In addition to being a hallmark of democracy, such conversations can pose challenges for employers as they navigate rules around employees' rights to participate in political discourse. Below are some common statements employers might hear from employees and tips for handling them, along with recent changes in employment law that could impact these conversations.
Building Trust Through Transparent Succession Conversations: A Guide for HR Leaders

21 October 2024

Building Trust Through Transparent Succession Conversations: A Guide for HR Leaders

Author: Heather Nezich

Survey data from ASE partner, McLean & Company, confirms that succession planning plays an integral role in effective talent management, with 47% of exiting employees citing "opportunities for career advancement" as having a moderate or major effect on their decision to leave an organization or as their primary reason for leaving. In their new HR resource, the Succession Planning Conversations Guide, McLean & Company emphasizes that simply having a well-designed...
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Nurturing a Growth Mindset in the AI Era

15 October 2024

Nurturing a Growth Mindset in the AI Era

Author: Heather Nezich

TalentLMS, a leading learning management system, has released its latest report on Growth Mindset in the Workplace, based on a survey of 300 business leaders and 1,000 employees in the U.S. The findings reveal that while executives recognize the critical role of growth mindset in driving success, they also express concern over the potential negative impact of generative AI on key soft skills.
The Power of Peer Communities: How Professional Networks Foster Growth and Innovations

8 October 2024

The Power of Peer Communities: How Professional Networks Foster Growth and Innovations

Author: Heather Nezich

HR professionals experience complex work challenges, manage evolving job expectations, and must stay updated with the latest industry trends and regulations. In such a dynamic environment, the value of having a community of peers to discuss work-related issues is immense. Peer networks provide a support system, enhance learning, foster collaboration, and promote personal and professional growth.

The Real Effects of Ageism – Financial, Emotional, and Health

1 October 2024

The Real Effects of Ageism – Financial, Emotional, and Health

Author: Heather Nezich

Ageism is real in the workplace. Resume Now released findings to its 2024 State of Ageism in the Workplace report, which examines the prevalence and impact of age-related discrimination. The survey polled 1,003 U.S.-based workers who are aged 40 or older and found that 90% of respondents have experienced ageism in their workplace.

Is it Burnout or Boreout?

24 September 2024

Is it Burnout or Boreout?

Author: Heather Nezich

Experiencing boredom at work might seem harmless, but it can actually have serious consequences. The main difference between burnout and boreout is the contrast between feeling overworked and feeling unfulfilled.

More Than Two-Thirds of U.S. Companies to Train In-House Talent Amid Cost-Cutting Strategies

17 September 2024

More Than Two-Thirds of U.S. Companies to Train In-House Talent Amid Cost-Cutting Strategies

Author: Heather Nezich

Increasing headcount through the end of 2024 may not be feasible for some U.S. companies, as 33% of hiring managers say budget constraints or the inability to hire is responsible for stagnant or decreasing hiring plans. However, reskilling current employees may be the key to balancing the desire to strengthen workforces while keeping costs in line, according to a recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey.

Finding Your Influence

10 September 2024

Finding Your Influence

Author: Heather Nezich

You are more influential than you may realize, or at least have the potential to be. Being influential in the workplace doesn’t always mean holding a high-ranking position or having years of experience. Influence is more about the ability to inspire, motivate, and drive positive change among your colleagues, no matter your role. Here are several strategies to help you build and sustain influence at work.

40% of Gen Z and Millennial Workers Would Quit a Job Over Political Differences in the Workplace

3 September 2024

40% of Gen Z and Millennial Workers Would Quit a Job Over Political Differences in the Workplace

Author: Heather Nezich

A new survey release by Indeed and Harris Poll shows that nearly 40% of Gen Z and millennial workers (ages 18-34) said they would leave a job because of political differences at work, and 40% said they would leave if their CEO expressed political views they disagreed with. Overall, 28% of workers would consider resigning over political differences, and 32% might leave if the CEO expressed views they disagreed with, Indeed found.

Majority of Employees Would Switch Jobs for Better Benefits

27 August 2024

Majority of Employees Would Switch Jobs for Better Benefits

Author: Heather Nezich

More than two-thirds of employees said that health care benefits are second only to salary when considering a job offer, and 78% said they would find a new job if their benefits package was inadequate, according to recent research from Intuit QuickBooks and Allstate Health Solutions. The 2024 Intuit QuickBooks Allstate Health Solutions Benefit Survey noted that the survey results emphasize the important role health care benefits play when it comes to an employer’s ability to...
5 Tips for Managing Political Discussions in the Workplace

20 August 2024

5 Tips for Managing Political Discussions in the Workplace

Author: Heather Nezich

With the election just 76 days away, it's common for discussions about politics to arise in the workplace. While these conversations can be engaging, they can also lead to tension, misunderstandings, and conflicts. Here are five tips to help manage political discussions in the workplace effectively, ensuring a respectful and harmonious environment.

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