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Hello, HR Leaders! 💼

In this issue, we’re diving deep into how you, as an HR leader, can transform disorder into opportunity, helping teams not just survive but thrive. Plus, we’ll explore the powerful partnership between HR and Operations that’s driving unmatched efficiency.

Ready to lead your team through any storm? Let’s get started!

📰 Upcoming in this issue

• Navigating Change Fatigue: How HR Leaders Can Find Calm in the Chaos 🌪️🧘‍♀️

• The Rise of the CHRO: How HR Leaders Are Redefining the C-Suite 🚀

• Why Vision Care Matters More Than You Think 👁️

• HR and Operations: A Perfect Pairing for Peak Season Efficiency 📈

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Navigating Change Fatigue: How HR Leaders Can Find Calm in the Chaos 🌪️🧘‍♀️ Read the full article here

Article Published: October 4, 2024

For HR leaders, managing employee well-being during constant change is challenging. From mergers to tech overhauls, change fatigue is real. HR must lead by fostering rest, open communication, and empowering teams. Quinn, an HR leader, shows how proactive strategies turn fatigue into resilience and growth opportunities for employees.

Key Takeaways:

• 🔍 Prioritize the Employee Experience: Don’t just focus on the end result of change—pay attention to how employees experience it. Remember, the more overwhelmed they feel, the less they can absorb.

• 🔄 Address Everyday Changes: Beyond big transformations, small day-to-day shifts (like new managers or team structures) can cause just as much fatigue. Encourage managers to address personal changes.

• 💡 Empower Employees in Change: Adopt a collaborative approach to change management. Instead of top-down mandates, actively involve employees in the process to give them a sense of ownership.

• 💪 Teach Resilience: Equip your employees with the skills to handle stress and change—think workshops on mindfulness, stress management, and coping strategies that build their change-management toolkits.

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The Rise of the CHRO: How HR Leaders Are Redefining the C-Suite 🚀 Read the full article here

Article Published: October 9, 2024

The rise of Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) to top corporate ranks is now a business imperative. According to LinkedIn, CHROs are one of the fastest-growing C-suite roles, alongside Chief Data and Legal Officers. In today’s world, strategic HR leadership is crucial for driving culture and digital transformation.

Key Takeaways:

•  🚀 CHRO: Ranks #3 among the fastest-growing C-suite roles, per LinkedIn’s 2024 analysis.

• 🌐 Career diversity is key: In 2023, 66% of C-suite execs had experience across multiple industries—up from 89% in 2018.

• 🤝 Strategic alignment: A SHRM survey shows how CEOs and CHROs are increasingly aligned on company goals, though gaps remain.

• 🏆 The future of HR: Sessions from SHRM’s Executive Network (ENX) at SHRM24 focused on leadership lessons that show why HR’s role in guiding company strategy is here to stay.

Why Vision Care Matters More Than You Think 👁️ Read the full article here

Article published: October 10, 2024

ExtensisHR’s "4 Eye-Opening Reasons to Offer Vision Care Coverage" underscores how essential vision benefits are for HR leaders to consider. With 83% of U.S. adults needing correction but two-thirds lacking coverage, offering vision care not only boosts employee well-being but also supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, enhancing overall workplace success.

Key Takeaways:

• 👓 83% of adults need vision correction: Yet, nearly two-thirds of Americans don't have vision insurance, leading to higher out-of-pocket costs.

• 💸 Vision care reduces healthcare costs: Detecting conditions early (like diabetes) helps cut into the U.S.'s $1 trillion in chronic illness expenses.

• 🔍 Contributes to DEI: Minority groups are at higher risk for eye diseases and less likely to access preventive eye care.

• 🎯 Helps businesses attract top talent: Vision benefits make employers more appealing, especially to aging employees and families needing eye care.

HR and Operations: A Perfect Pairing for Peak Season Efficiency 📈 Read the full article here

Article published: October 14, 2024

In "How HR & Operations Can Partner During Peak Season," the article emphasizes the importance of early collaboration between HR and operations teams. Through strategic planning, clear roles, and shared data, teams can avoid common issues. On-demand staffing platforms offer a flexible solution to meet peak season demands efficiently.

Key Takeaways:

• 👥 Align HR and Ops early: Pre-season planning meetings ensure both teams share data and set clear roles, improving peak season efficiency.

• 📝 Collaborate on job postings: Clear, accurate job descriptions reduce mismatches between job expectations and worker capabilities, avoiding operational hiccups.

• ⏳ Streamline recruitment: On-demand staffing platforms allow businesses to scale workers quickly, reducing the burden on HR and Ops.

• 📊 Data-driven decisions: Use historical peak season data for forecasting demand and planning labor strategy, improving preparedness across teams.

Why It Matters

In times of uncertainty, HR’s role in bringing order and calm is more crucial than ever.

By aligning with operations and adopting the right strategies, you can ensure your teams stay productive and engaged. Effective HR leadership is the key to thriving in chaos and achieving lasting success.

See you in the next edition!

Sophia Bennett
Editor-in-Chief
HR Insights Today