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Your People Already Use AI: Why a Workplace AI Policy Should Be a Top Priority

June 10, 2026 by Kerry Flynn Barrett

Workplace AI policy for employees

Employees are already using AI at work, with or without formal approval. A practical workplace AI policy gives people clear guardrails for approved tools, sensitive information, disclosure, and responsible use.

Filed Under: HR Strategies Tagged With: ai, culture, employee training, hiring employees, hr technology, labor laws, managing employees, productivity

Essential or Expendable: The Self-Destructive Trend of Dehumanizing Employees

March 12, 2026 by Kerry Flynn Barrett

“We all know the Golden Rule: “Treat others the way you want to be treated.” That old adage has served society well for the last few millennia, but unfortunately seems to have fallen by the wayside in recent times. At a societal level, growing polarization has made it easier than ever to dismiss or demean […]

Filed Under: HR Stories Tagged With: ai, benefits, bonuses, compassionate leadership, emotional intelligence, employee benefits, employee relations, employee retention, labor laws, layoffs, leadership development, managing employees, mental health, staffing, wellness

AI in HR: 5 Core Duties That Still Demand a Human Touch

April 30, 2025 by Kerry Flynn Barrett

I recently attended an HR conference expecting the usual lineup of DEI panels, compliance workshops, and leadership keynotes. To my dismay, the DEI sessions had pretty much been dropped. What wasn’t dropped, however, was the use of AI in HR. I am not exaggerating when I say that almost every single session revolved around AI […]

Filed Under: Current Events Tagged With: ai, career development, compassionate leadership, dei, emotional intelligence, employee relations, labor laws, leadership development, managing employees, personal development, productivity, professional growth, workplace conflict

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