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🧑🏽🦱 HR Trend Spotlight: Human vs AI Before Hiring
Shopify’s CEO recently made headlines with a bold internal policy: before hiring a new employee, teams must prove the job cannot be done by AI. This isn’t just a tech directive—it’s a broader signal that companies are reevaluating how work is assigned and where human talent is essential. For HR leaders, it raises a critical question: How do you define the value of a human role in an AI-powered workplace? The shift forces hiring managers to be more intentional and strategic, ensuring that new hires are placed where they can offer unique contributions that machines cannot. Read more.
🎧 HR Insights
The Hackett Group reports that HR leaders are rapidly embracing generative AI to push human capital goals forward. The focus isn’t on replacing people but on using AI to unlock time for value-driven tasks like talent strategy and workforce development. Gen AI is being tested in areas like talent acquisition, learning programs, and employee experience.
💡 HR Tips & Tricks
Tip of the Day: Put a small dry-erase whiteboard on your office door to track tasks that repeat every week. It’s visual, easy to update, and surprisingly satisfying to wipe clean.
Trick of the Day: To stop mindless scrolling, set your phone’s display to grayscale. The lack of color makes apps less appealing and helps you regain control over your screen time.
🧾 HR Case Files - Drafting an Employment Contract
A growing enrichment center in Singapore needed a proper employment contract to reflect its unique working model. The center was expanding its offerings and bringing on more part-time educators, but lacked a formal structure to govern roles, responsibilities, and expectations. They approached a local HR solution provider to draft a contract that would cover key compliance points while addressing the flexible nature of the job.
Key Takeaways
Customized employment contracts help align expectations.
Clarity in job terms prevents misunderstandings.
Legal compliance strengthens employer-employee trust.
🧰 HR Toolbox
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Resource of the Day
A research paper on the future of HR highlights how the function is shifting from administration to strategic leadership. Key themes include digital fluency, data-based decision-making, and cultural stewardship. HR is expected to play a central role in aligning people strategies with business goals, particularly in fast-changing environments.
Event of the Day
The HR Technology Conference is set to return this year in Las Vegas from September 16–18, 2025. Known for its focus on emerging tools and practical sessions, the event brings together thought leaders, solution providers, and HR professionals to explore how tech is reshaping the workplace. Expect demos, networking, and in-depth panels on AI, analytics, and workforce transformation.
For event details and registration, visit the website.
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