CAHRS Top 10 February 2025
- A Part of the Whole
Business Partnering in the Modern Workplace
CAHRS
In this webcast, CAHRS fall research assistants Ashley Hamilton and Ryan Odibo shared their findings on how HR Business Partners (HRBPs) can align with organizational culture, goals, and people managers to drive meaningful impact. They also highlight the critical role HRBPs play in shaping business outcomes, while addressing the distinct needs of different industries.
This year’s full capacity Fall Partner Meeting “Unpacking the HR Business Role: Current Challenges and Future Directions” speaks to the popularity of this topic.
- Seven Trends That Will Shape HR in 2025
Key Workforce Trends and Challenges HR Professionals Should be Ready for
SHRM
The workforce is rapidly changing, especially in areas of talent acquisition, analytics and artificial intelligence. These new challenges will require the workforce to be more flexible and skilled to meet market demands. Here are seven trends to track in 2025.
- The Ageing Workforce
How it Will Affect the Future of Work
HR Magazine
According to the World Health Organization, the proportion of the world's population aged 60 and older will nearly double from 12% to 22% between 2015 and 2050. This increasingly age-diverse workforce will enable HR professionals to lead transformational change and shape the workplace going forward .
For a look at the other end of the age spectrum, have a look at the notes from the “HR Early Career Recruitment and Development” CAHRS working group.
- Stock Options
Equity Compensation for all
Korn Ferry
A wider range of workers are anticipated to be included in equity compensation in 2025. The Conference Board predicts a 6% growth in equity compensation in the coming year. Firms are expected to dole out stock or options this year to a wider group of workers. The question is: Do workers want this?
- Enhanced use of People Analytics
Transforming HR Decision-Making in 2025
Employee Connect
This blog explores the growing significance of people analytics, its benefits, and how organizations can leverage them to foster strategic HR initiatives. Using data to inform HR decisions can help companies improve talent management and employee experiences, leading to better business success.
- Workforce Forecasting
Your Five-Step Guide to Predict Staffing Needs
AIHR
Effective workforce forecasting is key to remaining competitive. It can help avoid talent shortages and decrease turnover. This article explores how to maximize its potential to benefit the business.
For more tips on what to expect this coming year, have a look at CAHRS Academic Director’s recent CAHRScast “What Issues are Top of Mind for HR Leaders Heading into 2025?”
- Trends in Talent Management
Driving Better Retention and Growth
Hppy
Companies must adjust their practices to keep pace with evolving needs of the workforce, such as growth opportunites and open communication. This shift has placed more focus on methods that boost engagement and lower turnover. This article explores key trends that can help organizations attract and retain valuable employees.
- HR Trends to Watch in 2025
Building the Human-Centric Workplace
Workday
CAHRS partner company Workday shares four predictions of human-centric trends that will reshape the world of work in 2025. Its leaders predict the top HR trends for this year, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, human skills, and upskilling to build a thriving, human-centric workplace.
- Post-Vacation Blues
10 Ways to Support Employees
The HR Digest
Post-vacation blues can include decreased energy, and struggling to get back to the work routine. This adjustment can impact work performance. HR teams that support ways to beat the post-vacation blues can help employees bounce back. Take a look at these various strategies to support employees after they return from vacation.
- Change Will Accelerate in 2025
Here’s how HR can Keep up
HR professionals face a challenging environment in the coming year. This article touches on four of these leadership trends to be on the lookout for in the coming year. CAHRS Academic Director and William J. Conaty Professor of Strategic Human Resources Brad Bell weighs in specifically about the HR transformation trend.