As chief people officers and HR leaders look ahead to the new year, here’s what they expect employers will—and should—prioritize.
People leaders have had their hands full this year. The return-to-work debate and concerns over artificial intelligence and employee retention have dominated many workplaces in 2024. As companies have imposed strict in-office policies—along with ongoing layoffs and other cost-cutting measures, in some cases—workers have been increasingly vocal about their frustrations. Some of them have resorted to quitting, while others feel a growing sense of detachment from their jobs.
