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Will employing AI instead of humans really help companies’ bottom lines?

CEOs claim AI is more cost effective than human workers. The reality isn’t so straightforward.

Paige McGlauflin | Apr 8, 2026

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Gig work is taking over the labor market—and creating challenges for HR

Employers have been reluctant to use contingent workers for fear of compliance headaches, but talent shortages are forcing them to reconsider that stance.

Paige McGlauflin | Apr 22, 2025

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Recruitment & Retention

Seasonal hiring is a year-round strategy at UPS

“It’s really a lot of pressure for them. So I want somebody that comes in with a great attitude,” UPS’s Jeff Grant tells HR Brew.

Paige McGlauflin | Dec 19, 2024

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Move over Bitcoin, the ‘Internet of Career’ is primed to be the next big use of blockchain

Skills, credentials, degrees, and professional experience can fit in a digital wallet too.

Leapfrogging AI tech is shrinking the shelf life of skills and changing the way we skill employees

Talent and L&D pros can focus their upskilling strategy to help employees harness a number of broad skills and a few deep ones.

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Building a solid DE&I infrastructure