The workplace is undergoing rapid changes, thanks to the influence of AI and other technologies and developments. For HR leaders, this transformation is a challenge and an opportunity. Traditional approaches to talent management are no longer sufficient amid shifting workforce expectations, the rapid rise of AI and automation, and an increasing demand for agility. It’s clear: the future of work is already here, and HR leaders must evolve alongside it.
In a powerful and timely session, renowned talent strategist Steve Cadigan delivers a “Talent State of the Union” address to help HR professionals understand where we are, how we got here, and what lies ahead. He’ll draw on decades of experience and deep insights into workforce behavior to unpack the forces driving change.
Topics Covered in the Talent State of the Union
This course is part of our HR Unboxed bundle and will provide actionable insights to empower HR leaders to build more adaptable, resilient, and future-ready organizations.
Here are several important topics Cadigan will discuss in the course.
The Workforce Is Changing Fast
One of the biggest shifts facing the workplace is psychological rather than technological. Employees no longer view work through the same lens as previous generations. They are redefining their relationship with work and prioritizing purpose over paychecks, flexibility over formality, and development over tenure. The traditional career ladder has given way to career paths shaped by learning, adaptability, and personal meaning.
For HR leaders, this means rethinking how we approach engagement, retention, and leadership development. Standard perks and one-size-fits-all career tracks no longer cut it. Instead, organizations must craft personalized experiences that evolve with employee needs, aspirations, and the ever-changing business climate.
Technology Is Reshaping Talent Management
AI technologies are already altering the talent equation. Cadigan will explore how smart organizations are integrating AI not just to optimize operations but to unlock new possibilities in skills-based hiring, employee development, and workforce planning.
You will gain a deeper understanding of how automation is redefining job roles and how to ensure your teams stay relevant in an increasingly tech-centric world.
Rethinking Retention
In the past, organizations focused heavily on keeping people in roles for as long as possible. But in today’s fluid work environment, longevity is less important than impact. Cadigan will encourage you to move away from outdated metrics and toward a more holistic view of value that considers the quality of contributions, the speed of learning, and the strength of internal mobility. Give employees stretch assignments, lateral moves, and cross-functional experiences that promote continuous growth.
Why This Session Matters
This course offers much more than a trends update. It’s a strategic briefing for HR leaders tasked with steering their organizations into uncharted waters. Cadigan will offer practical strategies for leading through change with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
HR professionals are uniquely positioned to lead their organizations through this workplace transformation. But they need perspective, frameworks, and actionable tools to do so effectively.
Participants in this session will walk away with:
- A clearer understanding of what modern employees want and how to deliver it
- Tools for leveraging AI and automation in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human potential
- Strategies for shifting from static career models to flexible, growth-oriented paths
- New approaches to leadership development that prioritize adaptability, empathy, and innovation
Register for the Course Today!
No matter what challenges you’re dealing with, this course will equip you with the insights you need to lead in the new world of work. The future of work is already here. This is your opportunity to lead it!
