The Hidden Costs of Petty Firings and Corporate Distrust
Companies like Meta and 塔吉特百货 are using minor policy infractions—like misusing office supplies—to fire employees, prompting suspicions of underhanded headcount reduction. Rebecca Trotsky , CPO at HR Acuity , warns of the long-term impact: "If you’re in HR and agreeing to let people go for these minor types of infractions...what exactly is that going to do to your long-term prospects?" Business coach Dominic Monkhouse adds, “Nobody will work hard where there isn’t a culture of trust.” The ripple effect? A workplace built on fear instead of collaboration.
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Zeko AI isRevolutionizing Recruitment with AI-Driven Efficiency
MyWays.ai has launched Zeko AI , an AI-powered SaaS platform aimed at helping enterprises scale their teams faster. Backed by AUM Ventures , Realtime (RTAF) , and IIMA Ventures , Zeko AI uses generative AI to target candidates and conduct conversational audio-video interviews, simplifying recruitment and cutting hiring time by up to 80%. Co-founder and CEO Samyak Jain states, "Our mission is to streamline the hiring process with state-of-the-art technology, making it inclusive, accessible, and revolutionary." With features like advanced paperwork verification and workforce planning tools, Zeko AI is redefining recruitment as an efficient, tech-forward process.
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Umwelt.Ai and PeopleStrong Partner to Elevate Employee Experience with Advanced Analytics
Umwelt.Ai has partnered with PeopleStrong, Asia's leading HR tech platform, to set new benchmarks in employee experience. By combining Umwelt.Ai's AI, ML, and NLP-powered engagement solutions with PeopleStrong's expertise in HR transformations, the collaboration aims to enhance retention, productivity, and overall employee satisfaction. Vishal Chopra , CEO of Umwelt.AI , stated, "This partnership redefines employee engagement, fostering a culture of productivity, inclusivity, and employee satisfaction." With real-time insights and sentiment analysis, the partnership empowers HR leaders to proactively tackle workforce challenges.
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4 Ways To Ensure Your HR Team Engages With AI Tools Effectively
AI is revolutionizing HR, but for successful adoption, HR professionals need to take a proactive role in its integration. Fran Maxwell , Global Leader for People & Change at Protiviti , emphasizes the importance of preparing HR teams for AI-driven transformation. From upskilling strategies to avoiding overreliance, these four steps provide a roadmap to ensure your HR department leverages AI tools effectively and ethically.
4 Ways To Ensure Your HR Team Engages With AI Tools Effectively:
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hackajob Launches Outcome-Based Pricing Model to Tackle Tech Hiring Challenges
hackajob, a leading tech talent marketplace, has introduced an innovative outcome-based pricing model designed to address inefficiencies in tech recruitment. By focusing on delivering qualified candidates, hackajob aims to align hiring costs with results, offering employers flexibility amid market uncertainty. CEO Mark Chaffey emphasized that this approach shifts the focus to impactful outcomes, enhancing efficiency and relevance in hiring. The new model also includes a Flexibility Guarantee, allowing customers to pause or adjust contracts as needed. Join Mark Chaffey and VP of Talent Solutions Sam Berthoud for a LinkedIn Live event with Hung Lee to discuss the future of tech hiring.
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Pineapple Recruitment Strengthens Leadership with New Business Development Manager
Hospitality and catering recruitment specialist Pineapple Recruitment Ltd has appointed Rob Jones (MBA, BA HONS) as the new business development manager. With over 15 years of experience in the hotel industry and five years as a senior recruitment consultant at Blue Arrow, Jones brings a wealth of expertise to the Worcestershire-headquartered company. Reporting to business manager Kasia Krieger , Jones will focus on expanding Pineapple's market presence, nurturing client relationships, and identifying new opportunities across the UK. Krieger praised Jones's track record, highlighting his deep understanding of the talent needs and challenges faced by the hospitality sector.
Learn more about Pineapple Recruitment's growing leadership team here.