In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper and guest Dr. Jeff Smith, Chief Product Officer at 15Five — the strategic performance management platform designed to boost employee engagement, performance and retention. They discuss the relationship between business performance and employee performance at a time when HR leaders are being asked to deliver a bigger impact for the business. They explore the challenges and opportunities HR teams face, the importance of goal-setting, and continuous feedback in fostering high-performing teams and engaged employees.

Key points covered include:

↪️ The importance of continuous performance management, including frequent check-ins, real-time feedback, and one-on-one recognition.

↪️ How to set goals that align with organizational objectives while fostering individual growth and employee satisfaction.

↪️ Strategies for managers to identify signs of disengagement beyond annual surveys and practical advice on maintaining employee engagement through regular, supportive interactions.

↪️ The critical role of managers in providing individualized support and holding them accountable for their team's performance and engagement.

↪️ Highlights from 15Five’s recent platform evolution announced this week, including a rich new set of features that position the platform as a strategic command center for HR leaders to leverage data for enhanced performance, engagement, and retention.

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In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner Stacey Harris and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research Cliff Stevenson discuss the latest trends and innovations in HR technology - highlighting the strategic implications of recent acquisitions by major HR tech companies, including innovative approaches they are taking to integrate AI across various platforms to enhance career management, workforce efficiency, and user experiences.

Key points covered include:

↪️ Cornerstone shifts from a single large event to multiple regional events, launching the new Cornerstone Galaxy for integrated skills and talent management.

↪️ Meta discontinues Workplace, transitioning customers to Zoom's WorkVivo to focus on AI and metaverse technologies.

↪️ Cornerstone acquires Skyhive to enhance its talent intelligence capabilities, integrating extensive external and internal data for better talent matching and mobility.

↪️ Companies like Visier and Crosschq are creating bespoke AI and analytics solutions that integrate diverse data sources, improving HR and business outcomes.

↪️ Major HR tech players like SAP and Phenom are investing heavily in user experience, combining AI advancements with intuitive design to meet the needs of a global, remote workforce.

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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper welcomes guest Nov Omana, Founder of Collective HR Solutions and Technology Review Council (TRC) — a platform that showcases emerging HR tech startups and provides valuable feedback to vendors. This discussion explores Nov’s extensive experience in the HR tech space, shedding light on the importance of providing a forum for emerging vendors to highlight their solutions and engage with potential clients.

Key points covered include:

↪️ TRC shifts the focus from merely showcasing products to vendors articulating how their solutions solve specific HR challenges.

↪️ Through active participation during presentations, attendees provide real-time feedback, fostering a collaborative exchange of ideas and insights for vendors.

↪️ The council encompasses a diverse range of HR tech solutions from pre-boarding and onboarding tools to termination programs, offering attendees a comprehensive look into emerging HR technologies.

↪️ The growing importance of HR leveraging technology to enhance employee experiences, improve productivity, and drive organizational success.

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