I recently posted on LinkedIn about a meeting with a few colleagues where we talked about the importance of focusing on the positive. My post seemed to resonate with people—in social media parlance, “it generated a lot of engagement,” at least a lot by my modest standards! In all seriousness, though, it was gratifying to […]
“You aren’t being replaced by AI, you’re being replaced by a person who knows how to use AI.” I heard this recently from a colleague and was immediately struck by the simple truth of it. Sensational headlines are everywhere when it comes to Artificial Intelligence, especially the idea that it’s going to take all our […]
Would you like to get business advice from a super successful, global leader at a Fortune 500 company? Who wouldn’t! Naturally, then, I was thrilled when Fernando Hernandez, Global Leader, Supplier Diversity at Coca-Cola, agreed to appear on ATR’s podcast Parent. Boss. Leader. Fernando has had an interesting career, to say the least! He’s been […]
Did you see the Google Super Bowl ad where a dad prepares for an upcoming job interview using Gemini Live? It’s a heartwarming, well-told story and a great example of how AI can make life easier and better for people — in this case, during their job search. Our advice to candidates has always been […]
How do you keep employees engaged when your team members are hundreds of miles apart? It depends on who you ask. Businesses operating from a glass-half-empty perspective are quick to conclude you can’t. According to SHRM, concerns about productivity are driving returns to the office, even as the majority of employees seek remote and hybrid […]
Have you ever wondered what you can actually ask when you’re conducting an interview? Curiosity killed the cat—and prying too much can destroy your business finances, too. Asking illegal interview questions can lead to charges of up to $300,000, not to mention reputational damages that can harm your business in the long run. When you’re […]
Since I started Parent. Boss. Leader. (PBL), I’ve been consistently amazed at the talent and charisma of my guests – I learn so much from them. However, when it came to Phil Dana, the Chief Human Resource Officer at AskBio, I sat back in awe. I already knew him well but came to admire him […]
Quiet quitting: it’s one of the newest workplace buzzwords. In fact, according to a Gallup survey, quiet quitters make up at least 50% of the workforce. Depending on who you ask, the term describes either disgruntled employees slacking off while getting paid or overworked employees giving the minimum effort instead of working unreasonable hours for […]
In a tough hiring market, there is no such thing as a minor advantage—if it can give you an edge in finding top talent, it’s worth considering. It’s long been established that employee referral programs are a great addition to your overall recruitment strategy, but have you thought about starting a corporate alumni program? Almost […]