Hiring is shifting fast, and it’s time to rethink how we evaluate talent. In this episode, Kelley explores why organizations are moving past degree requirements and embracing skills-based hiring, supported by data showing its impact on performance, retention, and diversity. She also digs into the long-term workforce planning gap, the need for critical thinking, and the value of upskilling and non-traditional career paths. If you’re reworking job requirements, developing internal talent, or planning for future skill needs, this conversation offers grounded insights. Tune in and join the evolution.#HR #HiringStrategies #SkillsBasedHiring #TalentDevelopment #WorkforcePlanning #Leadership #EmployeeExperience #WorkplaceCulture #HREssentials #HRInsights #Upskilling #TalentAcquisition

Pay transparency is expanding quickly, and many organizations are feeling the pressure to catch up. In this episode, Kelley walks through what these laws actually require, why they’re accelerating, and how transparency exposes deeper issues like pay gaps, compression, and trust. She shares practical guidance on conducting pay audits, communicating with employees, and strengthening your employer brand beyond salary alone.

Whether you’re navigating new regulations or preparing your team for honest conversations, this episode offers clear, grounded direction. Give it a listen and join the discussion.

#HR #PayTransparency #Leadership #TotalRewards #CompensationStrategy #WorkplaceCulture #HREssentials #HRInsights #EmployeeExperience #PeopleManagement #PayEquity #HRCompliance

Ever noticed a team member slowly pulling back, even though they’re still showing up every day? In this episode, Kelley digs into “quiet cracking,” a growing workplace pattern where employees feel stuck, depleted, and unsure of their next move. She walks through the data, the behaviors leaders should watch for, and the deeper dynamics behind burnout, job hugging, and disengagement. You’ll hear practical ways HR teams can read the room, support employees, and prepare for what’s ahead. Join us for a thoughtful look at a trend that deserves our attention.

#HR #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #Burnout #QuietCracking #HREssentials #PeopleManagement #WorkplaceWellbeing #HRInsights #EmployeeExperience