In this episode, Traci discusses recent layoffs in HR and the perspective of HR thought leaders on the role of AI in these layoffs. Traci challenges the idea that layoffs are a result of companies investing in AI to drive growth, arguing that it absolves companies of responsibility and creates a competition between humans and AI, which isn’t reasonable. She emphasizes the need to leverage AI rather than employ it, and calls for a more responsible use of AI and characterization of its use by business leaders.  Read more / articles referenced: https://joshbersin.com/2024/07/ukg-14-reduction-in-force-a-growth-move-that-makes-sense/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/qhamirani/2024/05/29/how-to-bring-the-human-back-to-human-resources/ https://www.intuit.com/blog/news-social/investing-in-our-future/ (I slightly misspoke: looks like those 1050 who are underperforming were part of Intuit’s 1800-person layoff) 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 01:28 Resetting the Narrative around AI in HR 03:24 Challenging the Narrative: Layoffs and AI 09:43 The Responsibility of HR Leaders 20:41 Promoting Open Conversation on AI and Layoffs 32:09 Conclusion and Call for Conversation Connect with Traci here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠HRTraci.com⁠⁠   Don't forget to rate this podcast 5 stars, leave a review, and subscribe!   Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company Traci Chernoff is actively employed by. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hrtraci/support