AI is changing the way we work at an unprecedented speed. How can business leaders stay ahead of the curve and champion emerging technologies to benefit themselves and their teams? On WorkLab, we talk to experts about the work trends you need to know today—from how to use AI effectively to what it takes to thrive in a digital age. Join host Molly Wood as she explores the science of work and ingenuity.
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You've been in the HR trenches for years. Now, are you ready to look toward the future? Join host, Meghan M Biro on the #WorkTrends podcast from TalentCulture as she talks about how work is changing. You'll get all the news you need to stay current, and hear from leading experts, HR tech vendors and HR practitioners about what inspires them. Join us on Twitter every Wednesday at 1:30 pm Eastern for a live chat using the hashtag #WorkTrends.
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How to Avoid Compliance Mistakes in Our Remote World
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In this episode of #WorkTrends, we're talking about how to steer clear of compliance pitfalls in today's remote world. From the basics every leader should know, to what to avoid, how to communicate clearly, and how to keep a close eye on employee wellbeing — this one's loaded with real-world tips any manager can put to use right away.…
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Pascal Bornet on deploying agents to hone your competitive edge
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Agents can become essential team members at any organization—if they're deployed thoughtfully. In this episode, Pascal Bornet joins host Molly Wood to share practical frameworks for helping leaders design and implement agentic AI, run high-impact pilots, and build the human skills—creativity, critical thinking, and social authenticity—that set Fron…
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Pascal Bornet on deploying agents to hone your competitive edge
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Agents can become essential team members at any organization—if they're deployed thoughtfully. In this episode, Pascal Bornet joins host Molly Wood to share practical frameworks for helping leaders design and implement agentic AI, run high-impact pilots, and build the human skills—creativity, critical thinking, and social authenticity—that set Fron…
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How to turn AI-first vision into business reality
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The AI-first future of business is coming into focus, and it's time for every firm to become a Frontier Firm—a human-led, AI-operated org that buys intelligence like it's electricity, deploys it across workflows, and compounds it like interest. The burning question for leaders: How do we get there? The latest season of the WorkLab podcast will ligh…
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In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore global employment trends based on research conducted by Global Partners. We discuss findings from the World at Work Report, which offers critical insights into today's macroeconomic landscape, the state of global hiring, and AI's impact on the future of work. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who is…
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Using AI to Improve the Candidate and Employee Experience
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In this episode of #WorkTrends, we explore how AI is reshaping the way we engage with both prospective and current employees. As we all work to make sense of AI's growing role in our lives and workplaces, this discussion offers thoughtful insights into reimagining talent acquisition, development, and retention. Buckle up—this one's packed with fres…
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Hiring, Screening & Monitoring in the Evolving World of Work
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In this episode of #WorkTrends, join us as we discuss how hiring, screening, and monitoring online behavior are changing in today's world of work. As digital natives make up a growing portion of the workforce, employers must adopt savvy processes to ensure safety, uphold culture, and align online activity with organizational standards. Do you know …
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Microsoft EVP Rajesh Jha on leading with courage in the AI era
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Rajesh Jha is Microsoft's EVP of Experiences + Devices, which means he oversees a wide range of products, from Microsoft 365 productivity tools and Surface devices to Copilot. Jha played a pivotal role in integrating AI into the company's offerings, and he joined the WorkLab podcast to share insights on navigating the complexities of becoming an AI…
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Microsoft EVP Rajesh Jha on leading with courage in the AI era
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Rajesh Jha is Microsoft's EVP of Experiences + Devices, which means he oversees a wide range of products, from Microsoft 365 productivity tools and Surface devices to Copilot. Jha played a pivotal role in integrating AI into the company's offerings, and he joined the WorkLab podcast to share insights on navigating the complexities of becoming an AI…
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ENCORE: Addressing Pain Points In The Business Travel Experience
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on December 13th, 2024. In today's episode, we're diving into the evolving landscape of business travel. Whether you're frequently on the road, manage a team of travelers, or coordinate travel logistics behind the scenes, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways. We'll explore key f…
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Creating Cultures of Connection and Belonging, One Team at a Time
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In this episode of #WorkTrends, join us as we discuss how a new-to-market platform provides a new and engaging way to bring teams together through competition. With a focus on connection, belonging, and FUN, anyone who wants to strengthen their teams' relationships will enjoy this lively conversation.…
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The Estée Lauder Companies' VP Kalindi Mehta on Leveraging AI Agents for Consumer Insights
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The beauty industry is massive, fast-paced, and hard to predict. There are 20,000 brands worldwide, and microtrends can spread around the globe in hours. That's the challenge facing Kalindi Mehta, Global VP for Consumer Foresight Strategy and Predictive Analytics at the Estée Lauder Companies. In the latest episode, she lays out how AI is transform…
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ENCORE: Benefits in the Age of a Changing Workforce
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 13th, 2024. In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of employee benefits and how organizations can tailor offerings to meet the diverse needs of today's multigenerational workforce. Guest Brent Troxell, SVP at Beta Health, shares how technology, strategic communication,…
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Cassie Kozyrkov on How AI Can Be a Leadership Partner
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Cassie Kozyrkov created the discipline of decision intelligence, combining the power of AI with data science to enable companies to make better choices. She's now an AI advisor, and she writes the popular Decision Intelligence newsletter. Kozyrkov joined the WorkLab podcast to discuss how leaders can maximize the potential of AI and data, why havin…
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Intelligence on Tap Is a "Big Deal for Business," says Microsoft's Jared Spataro
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AI has crossed an important threshold, says Microsoft CMO of AI at Work Jared Spataro: it now has remarkable abilities to think and reason. What does that mean for organizations? Intelligence is on tap. "You can now buy intelligence like you would purchase a commodity like electricity," he explains. Spataro joined the podcast to discuss what it mea…
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ENCORE: How Technology Enables a Deeper Look at Organizational Culture
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on March 7th, 2025. In this episode, we explore the evolving role of organizational culture and how technology is reshaping the employee experience. From recognition and rewards to real-time data insights, traditionally HR-owned programs are now powerful tools that can map and measure company …
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In this episode of #WorkTrends, join us as we discuss how AI is shaping HR functions throughout the industry. We understand your curiosity, and we want to help answer your questions! We will explore the next chapter of AI integration and how it's addressing challenges and offering solutions that will undoubtedly change the landscape. No matter your…
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ENCORE: Elevating HR as a Strategic Business Partner in the C-Suite
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 24th, 2025. In today's episode, we're diving into HR's evolving role as a strategic force in the C-Suite. While the conversation around "getting a seat at the table" isn't new, what's changing is how HR is showing up—and standing out—as a key driver of business strategy. Joining us …
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DJ Patil on Using AI to Move Fast and Fix Things
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DJ Patil was the first-ever US Chief Data Scientist and has led some of the biggest data initiatives in government and business. He has also been at the forefront of leveraging AI to solve the thorniest problems companies face, as well as "stupid, boring problems in the back office." He joins the WorkLab podcast to discuss the potential of AI to ch…
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ENCORE: The Unexpected ROI of Culture and How to Sell it
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on August 9th, 2024. We often hear about the importance of the customer journey—but what about the employee journey? In this episode, we're shifting the spotlight to the employee experience and why it's just as critical to long-term business success. We'll explore how mapping the employee jour…
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ENCORE: How Is Frontline Recruiting Changing? Top Trends for 2024
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 23rd, 2024. Frontline workers were the backbone of the lockdown economy, gaining visibility and in some cases, better pay and benefits. Yet for employers, recruiting this essential talent remains a major challenge — like searching for a needle in a constantly shifting haystack. With…
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ENCORE: The Power of Personalized Service in Business
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 29th, 2023. When was the last time you received flowers? A thoughtful, personalized gift like that leaves a lasting impression — and it's a great reminder of how impactful customization can be. Today, personalization is more than a trend; it's an expectation. Over half of consumer…
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ENCORE: How Social Background Checks Preserve Work Culture
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on October 22nd, 2022. Creating a safe, inclusive workplace where employees can thrive is a top priority for every employer. That's one reason social media background checks have gained momentum—but many organizations are still unsure how to approach them transparently and effectively. In this…
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AI Is Lowering the Cost of Expertise. What Does That Mean for Business?
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A core component of every company's value proposition is its unique expertise. "But AI is lowering the cost of expertise," says Harvard Business School professor Karim Lakhani, and that will require leaders to rethink every aspect of their organization. Lakhani has spent his career researching digital transformation, and he joins the WorkLab podcas…
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 27th, 2024. In this episode, we dive into the complexities of compliance in today's evolving world of work—specifically for businesses managing remote employees. From navigating the distinctions between exempt and non-exempt workers to ensuring fair time and pay practices, we'll e…
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Neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff Says We All Need to Rethink How We Set Goals
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"It's time to replace the old linear model of success with a circular model of growth, in which goals are discovered, pursued, and adapted," says Anne-Laure Le Cunff. She left a successful tech-marketing career to study neuroscience, and now writes the popular Ness Labs newsletter, which features insights about how our brains work that can help us …
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ENCORE: The Employee Experience: How to Map & Execute a Successful Journey
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on April 12th, 2024. The journey of a customer is undeniably important, but the employee experience is equally critical for a business's success. Research shows that focusing on the employee journey can directly impact customer satisfaction, driving growth and profitability. By mapping the emp…
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How Technology Enables a Deeper Look at Organizational Culture
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In this episode, we will discuss organizational culture, especially how technology plays an important role in the employee experience. We will explore how traditionally HR-owned programs such as recognition and rewards can become data repositories that create organizational culture maps, helping leaders reveal insights about their talent pool, cult…
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Azeem Azhar on How AI Agents Are Transforming Work
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Azeem Azhar's mission is to help leaders stay ahead of the curve at a time when technology, especially AI, is evolving at an exponential rate. He founded the Exponential View newsletter, which offers insights and advice to an eager audience of 116,000+ people who want to get ahead in a rapidly changing world. He joined us to discuss the potential f…
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Future-Proofing Your Business—and Yourself—for the AI Era
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AI is evolving at a mind-bending pace, reshaping every aspect of business. How can leaders filter out the noise to stay focused on transforming their organizations? How can they leverage the limitless potential of AI, agents, and deep research? How can they harness the latest technology to access untapped value, turbocharge their decision making, a…
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ENCORE: Making Your Business More Resilient
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on January 6th, 2023. When your business is faced with a challenge, how do you respond? Do you crumble under the pressure, or do you find a way to overcome it? Resilience is key to success in any situation, and there are things you can do to make your business more resilient. By developing a p…
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In this episode, we will unwrap the world of AI and Automation in Human Resources. There are numerous ways that AI can augment current processes, and we are here to unpack how it may upend particular elements of HR moving forward. This episode is sure to get you thinking about how you can save time and effort by embracing the new generation of HR T…
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Using HR Data to Tackle Real-World Business Issues
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on February 9th, 2024. In this episode of the #WorkTrends Podcast, we explore how organizations can harness HR data to address pressing business challenges. Our conversation highlights the importance of starting with purpose-driven tools that align with specific business needs. We discuss how …
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ENCORE: How to Become a Great Manager (And Why It Matters)
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on September 8th, 2023. Have you ever had the privilege of working with a truly great manager? If so, you probably remember how rewarding that experience was. And it's no coincidence—research shows just how profoundly managers shape our work lives. Consider these findings: Gallup reveals that …
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ENCORE: Building Workplace Trust with Background Checks
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This is an encore podcast presentation previously aired on November 23rd, 2023. Workplace trust is the foundation of a thriving company culture, yet it often requires intentional focus to maintain and strengthen. Studies highlight its importance: Deloitte reports that trusted employees are 260% more motivated and 50% less likely to leave, while Gal…
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