Organized Chaos

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Nahed Khairallah

09 September 2025

26m 2s

Ep. 29 - The 6 Trends Shaking Up HR in 2025

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In this episode, I explore six transformative trends that are fundamentally reshaping the HR landscape.

The discussion covers how traditional, compliance-focused HR is being challenged by business leaders who demand more strategic value, while AI technology is automating much of HR's transactional work. I examine the growing convergence between HR and IT functions, the complete redesign of HR roles toward more strategic positions, and the trend toward smaller, more focused HR teams.

We wrap things up with insights into the rise of fractional HR roles, where experienced professionals work part-time across multiple organizations.

These changes represent a shift from administrative HR toward a more strategic, technology-enabled function that directly drives business outcomes.

Whether you're an HR professional or business leader, this episode provides essential insights for navigating the future of people operations.

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