Today's Human Resources Pulse
Greenhouse completes acquisition of Ezra AI Labs, adding voice‑AI interviewing
Greenhouse announced the completion of its acquisition of Ezra AI Labs, a voice‑AI interviewing platform. The technology enables on‑demand, role‑specific conversations that are scored against a uniform rubric, delivering transcripts and explainable evaluations. The deal expands Greenhouse’s structured hiring methodology to the earliest stage of the recruiting funnel.
Creator Economy Job Radar – May 5, 2026 – Nintendo, 2K Games, and Kraken Lead Hiring as Gaming, Crypto, and...
The Creator Economy hiring boom is spreading across gaming, crypto, beauty and live‑commerce firms, with Nintendo of America, 2K Games, Kraken, Apollo.io and SharkNinja posting senior influencer and brand partnership roles. Salaries range from $60,000 for entry‑level creator coordinators to $211,300 for Nintendo’s Influencer Marketing Manager, often supplemented by bonuses and equity. Companies are expanding both full‑time and contract positions to build in‑house creator programs, reflecting a strategic shift toward creator‑driven marketing. The hiring surge underscores the mainstreaming of influencer tactics beyond niche platforms.
US Hiring Soars Most In 25 Years. Allegedly.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest JOLTS report showed hires climbing to 5.554 million in March, the strongest monthly increase since 2020 when COVID‑related rebounds are excluded. Total job openings slipped to a year‑to‑date low of 6.866 million, but the hiring rate...
AI and ‘the Art of the Possible’: HR Leaders From BC Hydro, CBC Weigh In
HR leaders at BC Hydro and CBC are exploring AI to sharpen strategic workforce planning, close emerging skill gaps, and boost productivity. Both executives stress the need for robust data architecture and data‑literacy training to empower HR business partners. They...
VensureHR Launches New Benefits Advisor Program to Reduce Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs
VensureHR, the HR technology arm of Vensure Employer Solutions, has introduced Pathway to Care and Wellness, a free benefits‑advisor program for clients on a master health plan. The service pairs employees with dedicated advisors who guide them through coverage choices,...
Built In Launches the First Employer Intelligence Platform for AI Search
Built In unveiled the Employer Intelligence Platform, the first solution that lets companies monitor and shape how they appear in AI‑driven search tools like ChatGPT, Claude and Google AI Overviews. The platform delivers analytics, content creation and distribution across a...
The Federal Safety Net Isn’t Ready for Artificial Intelligence
The article warns that the U.S. unemployment insurance system, limited to 26 weeks of benefits, is ill‑suited for potential AI‑driven job displacement. Existing job‑retraining programs are outdated or have lapsed, and recent Republican legislation has tightened eligibility for food and...
Charity Workers End Nine Months of Strike Action
After nine months of industrial action, more than 40 Unison members at the National Coal Mining Museum have voted to accept a new pay agreement. The charity will raise guide wages by 10.5%, lifting the hourly rate from £12.86 to...
4 Ways HR Uses AI in Hiring, According to Talent Professionals
Talent acquisition teams are increasingly deploying artificial intelligence, with screening emerging as the top use case, according to a May 2026 iCIMS and Aptitude Research report. The same study shows AI is also applied to candidate communication, assessments and sourcing, but...
New Rule Could Allow Park Service Job Cuts Based On Performance
The Office of Personnel Management has issued a proposed rule that would let the National Park Service cut jobs through a Reduction in Force (RIF) process based on four criteria: tenure, military preference, length of service, and performance rating. Advocacy...
Companies and Schools Are Trying Virtual Reality for Skilled Trades Training
Southern Home Services turned to Interplay Learning’s virtual‑reality simulations to expand HVAC, plumbing and facilities‑management training across its 27 locations. The VR modules let technicians practice tasks such as filter changes and breaker safety on Meta Quest headsets, while traditional...
Woodthorpe Joins Atlas Air as Chief People Officer
Atlas Air Worldwide announced Emma Woodthorpe as its new chief people officer, joining the executive leadership team. Woodthorpe will steer the global talent and culture agenda, covering talent acquisition, leadership development, total rewards, and employee engagement. She brings more than...
AI Access Is No Longer the Advantage, Work Design Is, According to Microsoft ‘S 2026 Work Trends Index
Microsoft’s 2026 Work Trends Index, built on trillions of Microsoft 365 signals, 100,000 Copilot conversations and a survey of 200,000 workers, finds AI access is no longer a competitive edge. While 58% of employees say AI improves work quality and 49%...
Craft a Standout Job Description to Attract Top Advisors
When a small firm is hiring, it can be challenging to stand out and reach the right people. In this article, Daniel Yerger describes how he created a job description template for early career advisors that communicates the firm's benefits,...
Looks Influence Hiring: Lookism Shapes Future Work
What Your Face Is Worth at Work What if your career isn’t just shaped by your skills—but by your appearance? This episode dives into the rise of “looksmaxxing” and the uncomfortable truth about lookism in hiring and workplace success. As Gen Z...
Crossing the Chasm: Onboarding Executives From Adjacent Industries for Non-Traditional Roles
Stahl Recruiting outlines a cross‑industry hiring framework that targets executives from adjacent sectors for non‑traditional roles. The approach emphasizes defining roles, broadening searches, and valuing differentiators over direct industry experience, while acknowledging onboarding length and credibility risks. Benefits include fresh...
New Features Unveiled in SAP SuccessFactors 2026 Release
First Half 2026 Release: What’s New for #SAP #SuccessFactors Performance & Goals https://t.co/cOzqLILfzV #EnSw #HRTech #HR #HCM
Transform Leaders to Influence Others Through Coaching Programs
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Can Professional Service Providers Help Encourage Small Businesses to Offer Retirement Plans?
A new study of 506 accountants, lawyers, and financial advisors reveals that many professional service providers still overestimate the cost and administrative burden of small‑business retirement plans. Those who actively guide clients and frame plans as recruitment and retention tools...
Release Center Showcases Cloud Solution Value
What’s New, Now Relevant: Introducing Release Center https://t.co/KI11BTNN5G >this is the value of a cloud solution. #SAP #SuccessFactors
SAP SuccessFactors UI Gets Smoother Navigation and Consistency
1H 2026 Experience Updates in #SAP #SuccessFactors: Improving Navigation and Consistency https://t.co/bp7Jh4TNu1 >some nice changes to the UI. #EnSw #HRTech #HR #HCM
AeroFarms Avoids Shutdown
Indoor agriculture firm AeroFarms, which warned of a shutdown at its Pittsylvania County facility, has rescinded its WARN notice and announced it will stay open while seeking a buyer. The company secured short‑term financing, averting layoffs for roughly 120 workers....
AI Tools Fuel New ‘Doom Loop’ in Job Interviews, Candidates Report
A recent Wired interview reveals job seekers are turning to generative AI during live interviews as hiring platforms deploy AI filters, creating an ‘AI doom loop’ that threatens fairness. Candidates report being rejected by automated screens and resorting to AI‑assisted...
HealthStream Posts 1% Q1 2025 Revenue Rise, Leans on SaaS Growth Amid Legacy Decline
HealthStream (HSTM) posted Q1 2025 revenue of $73.5 million, a 1% rise year‑over‑year, thanks to strong SaaS bookings and a $14 million five‑year contract. Legacy credentialing and scheduling losses and a customer bankruptcy weighed on operating income, which fell 23% to $4.4 million.
How to Conduct Workplace Investigations: 10 Important Steps
Employers must follow a clear, step‑by‑step process when handling workplace complaints, especially as AI tools introduce new confidentiality and bias challenges. The article outlines ten essential actions—from thanking the reporter and selecting an impartial investigator to gathering evidence, documenting findings,...
Nigeria Rises to Sixth in Global Outsourcing Rankings on Low Labour Costs
Nigeria has jumped to sixth place out of 193 countries in the Global Outsourcing Talent Index, thanks to labour cost competitiveness that beats India and Pakistan. The shift highlights Africa’s expanding share of the $695 billion outsourcing market and signals new...
'Non-Taxable': CRA Audit Reveals Workers Told They Weren't Being Taxed
The Canada Revenue Agency has launched an audit of Arden Professional Client Care, a Nova Scotia provider of care services that has received more than C$184 million (≈US$135 million) in government funding over eight years. Workers were told their hourly wages were...
Never Waste a Good Crisis: Why, When & How to Hire an Interim Executive Director
Nonprofit boards often uncover hidden financial and operational crises when an executive director departs. Hiring an interim executive director provides immediate crisis management, stabilizes payroll, staff morale, and donor relations, and creates a bridge to a permanent leader. The article...
The Workforce Is Aging. Here's Why That's Good News.
Workforce aging is accelerating, with workers 55 and older projected to comprise over a quarter of the G7 labor pool by 2031. Despite this shift, many leaders remain fixated on AI and cost cuts, overlooking the strategic value of older...
Jobmatch Accelerates Its Global Expansion Through Strategic Partnership with Lugera – Entering Seven New Markets
Jobmatch Sweden AB announced a partnership with international HR group Lugera to launch operations in seven new countries—Romania, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Cyprus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Morocco. The deal gives Jobmatch immediate access to Lugera’s 500‑employee network and tens of...
15 Recruitment Methods You Need to Know About in 2026
The guide outlines 15 recruitment methods grouped into internal, network‑based, external, and modern categories, explaining when each is most effective. It stresses that relying on a single channel like LinkedIn limits candidate diversity and slows hiring. By deliberately mixing methods—such...
Origin Partners with ServiceNow to Bring Benefits Intelligence Directly to Employees
Origin has partnered with ServiceNow to embed its Cuido™ AI engine into the ServiceNow HR Service Delivery platform. The integration lets employees ask benefits questions in the ServiceNow Employee Center and receive instant, context‑aware answers without opening a ticket. By...
Top Takeaways From Deel’s Latest Acquisition Of Sastrify
Deel, known for its global payroll and HR services, has acquired SaaS procurement platform Sastrify, extending its reach into IT operations. The deal adds software‑lifecycle management—procurement, renewals, and spend optimization—to Deel’s existing hardware provisioning and compliance tools. By unifying HR,...
Jay W. Highlights Key Moment at WDay Summit
And one of the highlights of every - #WDaySummit - platform. Of course with Jay W... https://t.co/Cvmw0PpbhY
HR’s Next AI Hurdle: Scaling Beyond TA
HR departments are now the front‑runners in corporate AI adoption, with talent acquisition leading the charge. A 2026 CHRO Survey from the CHRO Association shows that 91 % of respondents view AI as a critical strategic factor. While recruiting has benefited...
HR’s Next AI Hurdle: Scaling Beyond TA
HR leaders are rapidly deploying AI in talent acquisition, with 91% of CHROs citing AI and digitization as top priorities, according to the 2026 CHRO Survey. Recruiting shows the highest adoption rate—almost twice that of HR service delivery—thanks to abundant...
FCDO Faces New Strike Ballot over Restructure
The Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union will re‑ballot staff at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) from 18 May to 22 June after a March‑April vote fell short of the 50 % turnout needed to legalise strike action. While 76.9% of...
AI Adoption Is Not a Lawful Reason to Terminate: Reasserting Human Primacy in the Age of Agents
The article warns that AI adoption cannot be used as a standalone justification for terminating employees, emphasizing that dismissals must still meet established fair‑process standards. It outlines how jurisdictions—from the UK’s Employment Rights Act to EU’s AI Act—require genuine redundancy,...
Bridging the Governance Gap Is the Next Great Challenge for the Borderless Organization
The war for talent has gone borderless, pushing companies to hire in emerging hubs faster than governance structures can keep up. A 2026 State of the Workplace survey shows 72% of HR leaders say worker expectations are at record highs,...
AA Pilots Union Confirms Ongoing Takeover Negotiations
American Airlines Pilots Union Says Takeover Talks Are Happening — “Any Path Forward” Is On The Table https://t.co/cdddWp1RJ7
AI Efficiency Drives Layoffs Amid Pandemic Over‑hiring
Today we made the difficult decision to lay off a decent chunk of our employees b/c AI has made everyone more efficient In unrelated news, our stock price is down 50% and we massively over-hired coming out of the pandemic
The Best Leaders Embrace the Role of Supporting Character
Paul Graham’s 2024 essay warned that "founder mode" encourages leaders to act as the main character, a trend that has spread across Silicon Valley. This mindset fuels naïve realism, lowering trust, performance, and manager engagement. Researchers show that humility, curiosity...
60% of Employees Report Toxic Bosses, Study Finds
6 in 10 workers say they have a toxic boss, study finds: https://t.co/DMG743i6Br #workplace #employees #managers #leaders
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From Exit Doors to Enduring Loyalty: Re-Engineering Retention in the Modern Workplace
A major retailer faced a 30% turnover rate and responded by pausing hiring to diagnose cultural debt. By integrating exit, stay and sentiment data, it uncovered career stagnation and managerial behavior as primary drivers. The firm launched listening labs, a...
Gauhati HC Bars Recovery of Excess Gratuity From Retired Employee
The Gauhati High Court ruled that excess gratuity paid to a retired forest officer cannot be reclaimed without proof of fraud or misrepresentation. The officer received roughly $10,000 in total gratuity, including a $1,855 addition after a retrospective promotion, while...
Benefit Brokers Consider Efficacy of Medical Cannabis
Benefit brokers are evaluating employer reimbursement of medical cannabis as a new health‑benefit option. Platforms such as EM2P2 already provide $100‑$175 per month stipends to cover physician‑authorized cannabis purchases. The recent federal downgrade of cannabis to Schedule III and HHS’s wellness...
AI-Led Job Cuts Don’t Always Mean Stronger ROI — Gartner
Gartner’s survey of 350 global leaders using AI agents reveals that 80% have cut staff, some by as much as 20%, yet those reductions show no link to higher return on AI investment. The firm stresses that ROI is driven...
Coinbase Slashes Headcount, Sees "Fleets of Agents" Instead
Coinbase announced it will lay off roughly 14% of its staff—over 690 employees—as it pivots toward AI‑driven development. CEO Brian Armstrong said AI now lets engineers ship weeks‑long projects in days, prompting a shift to "AI‑native" talent that can manage...
Microsoft Report Claims AI Agents Will Reshape Organisations and Redefine Knowledge Work
Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index, based on a survey of 31,000 workers in 31 countries, predicts that AI agents will become embedded participants in everyday workflows, giving rise to a new “frontier firm” model. The report says most knowledge workers...
Coinbase to Cut 14% of Staff over Impact of AI and Volatile Markets
Coinbase announced it will eliminate roughly 14% of its workforce, about 1,200 jobs, citing the dual pressures of artificial‑intelligence automation and a volatile cryptocurrency market. The layoffs are part of a broader cost‑cutting initiative aimed at stabilizing earnings after a...