Voice of HR

powered by IA.

Insights to elevate your people strategy.

Welcome to the Voice of HR, your go-to destination for cutting-edge insights, thought-provoking ideas, and actionable strategies that will supercharge your approach to HR. In a world where the only constant is change, staying ahead of the curve is not just an option; it’s a necessity. Get ready to explore thought leadership, dive into industry trends, and discover the stories that shape the future of human resources. Your HR transformation starts here.

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Voice of HR

powered by IA.

Insights to elevate your people strategy.

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Welcome to the Voice of HR, your go-to destination for cutting-edge insights, thought-provoking ideas, and actionable strategies that will supercharge your approach to HR. In a world where the only constant is change, staying ahead of the curve is not just an option; it’s a necessity. Get ready to explore thought leadership, dive into industry trends, and discover the stories that shape the future of human resources. Your HR transformation starts here.

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Latest Perspective

Sick of the word ‘pivot’ yet? Why constant change is HR’s new normal

By Mark Stelzner | Apr 23, 2025

Let’s be honest: If we hear the word “pivot” one more time, we might collectively scream into the nearest ergonomic pillow. What started as a heroic badge of adaptability in 2020 has become a permanent fixture in every strategy slide, all-hands meeting and press release. Welcome to 2025: the year of the endless pivot. The economy? […]

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4 steps to achieving transformative change in turbulent times

By Mark Stelzner | Feb 25, 2025

If you’re a senior leader, we fully acknowledge how difficult it is to do your job right now. You are navigating through extreme and unprecedented volatility and disruption. Shifting consumer behaviors, rapid technology changes, intense competition, economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions have sadly become the new normal. The pace of change has only accelerated, with new […]

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Where is HR transformation headed in 2025? 6 predictions

By Mary Faulkner | Nov 19, 2024

Despite decades of HR transformation experience, trying to predict what is going to happen in 2025 boils down to philosopher Laozi’s famous quote: “Those who have knowledge don’t predict. Those who predict don’t have knowledge.” That said, let’s give it a go. The recent U.S. election and potential coming economic policies could have profound effects on a […]

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Latest Perspective

Sick of the word ‘pivot’ yet? Why constant change is HR’s new normal

By Mark Stelzner | Apr 23, 2025 | 0 Comments

Let’s be honest: If we hear the word “pivot” one more time, we might collectively scream into the nearest ergonomic pillow. What started as a heroic badge of adaptability in 2020 has become a permanent fixture in every strategy slide, all-hands meeting and press release. Welcome to 2025: the year of the endless pivot. The economy? […]

Read More

4 steps to achieving transformative change in turbulent times

By Mark Stelzner | Feb 25, 2025 | 0 Comments
picture of a road sign against a blue sky with change of plan written on it

If you’re a senior leader, we fully acknowledge how difficult it is to do your job right now. You are navigating through extreme and unprecedented volatility and disruption. Shifting consumer behaviors, rapid technology changes, intense competition, economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions have sadly become the new normal. The pace of change has only accelerated, with new […]

Read More

Where is HR transformation headed in 2025? 6 predictions

By Mary Faulkner | Nov 19, 2024 | 0 Comments

Despite decades of HR transformation experience, trying to predict what is going to happen in 2025 boils down to philosopher Laozi’s famous quote: “Those who have knowledge don’t predict. Those who predict don’t have knowledge.” That said, let’s give it a go. The recent U.S. election and potential coming economic policies could have profound effects on a […]

Read More

Recent Newsletter

Your Needs, Our Evolution

By Mark Stelzner | Mar 29, 2025

FROM MARK Following last month’s IA retreat in the California desert, we cleared the sand from our eyes (and elsewhere) to focus on our 20th year of large-scale transformation. Having guided organizations through some of their most complex initiatives, we have been very intentional about not overstaying our welcome, instead focusing intently on knowledge transfer and […]

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IA’s Retreat: Spring Break for Grown-Ups

By Kimberly Carroll | Feb 28, 2025

FROM KIMBERLY [Editor’s Note: We thought we’d give Mark a break. This month’s newsletter is from IA’s co-leader and Managing Partner Kimberly Carroll.]   Next month, we’ve got something exciting coming up – IA’s Annual Company Retreat! It’s the “perfect time” to step away from our daily grind, breathe, reconnect as a team, and get a […]

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new year, new challenges

By Mark Stelzner | Jan 27, 2025

From Mark, Welcome back from what I hope was a rejuvenating holiday break. If you’re like many of us, you returned to your desk with renewed energy and ambitious plans for 2025—only to find that the landscape has shifted yet again during our brief absence. The pace of change continues to accelerate, and with it […]

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Recent Newsletter

Your Needs, Our Evolution

By Mark Stelzner | Mar 29, 2025 | 0 Comments

FROM MARK Following last month’s IA retreat in the California desert, we cleared the sand from our eyes (and elsewhere) to focus on our 20th year of large-scale transformation. Having guided organizations through some of their most complex initiatives, we have been very intentional about not overstaying our welcome, instead focusing intently on knowledge transfer and […]

Read More

IA’s Retreat: Spring Break for Grown-Ups

By Kimberly Carroll | Feb 28, 2025 | 0 Comments

FROM KIMBERLY [Editor’s Note: We thought we’d give Mark a break. This month’s newsletter is from IA’s co-leader and Managing Partner Kimberly Carroll.]   Next month, we’ve got something exciting coming up – IA’s Annual Company Retreat! It’s the “perfect time” to step away from our daily grind, breathe, reconnect as a team, and get a […]

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new year, new challenges

By Mark Stelzner | Jan 27, 2025 | 0 Comments

From Mark, Welcome back from what I hope was a rejuvenating holiday break. If you’re like many of us, you returned to your desk with renewed energy and ambitious plans for 2025—only to find that the landscape has shifted yet again during our brief absence. The pace of change continues to accelerate, and with it […]

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HR Resources

Contract renegotiation tips

By Mary Faulkner | Jun 1, 2021

In this 12 minute video, Mark Stelzner shares reasons why you might need to renegotiate with your providers, how to prepare for the conversation, and what elements should be part of the discussion.

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Standard HR Processes

By Mary Faulkner | Jun 1, 2021

Ready to make some changes to your HR approach but don’t know where to start? We recommend you begin by mapping your current processes, starting with these more common HR processes.

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Process Mapping Guidelines

By Mary Faulkner | Jun 1, 2021

With the ever-changing landscape resulting in innovation and adaptation, documenting current processes and planning for the future is important. IA shares its process mapping guidelines for you to use as you tackle process improvement.

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HR Resources

Contract renegotiation tips

By Mary Faulkner | Jun 1, 2021 | 0 Comments

In this 12 minute video, Mark Stelzner shares reasons why you might need to renegotiate with your providers, how to prepare for the conversation, and what elements should be part of the discussion.

Read More

Standard HR Processes

By Mary Faulkner | Jun 1, 2021 | 0 Comments

Ready to make some changes to your HR approach but don’t know where to start? We recommend you begin by mapping your current processes, starting with these more common HR processes.

Read More

Process Mapping Guidelines

By Mary Faulkner | Jun 1, 2021 | 0 Comments

With the ever-changing landscape resulting in innovation and adaptation, documenting current processes and planning for the future is important. IA shares its process mapping guidelines for you to use as you tackle process improvement.

Read More
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