In between ongoing technological developments, new expectations from leaders, and lurking challenges, 2025 is promising to be a big year for HR teams. But how will the average HR leadership role change in the year ahead?

For this episode, we grab the crystal ball and share our top predictions on how roles like Chief People Officer and more are changing as expectations broaden and tech makes new things possible. Vanessa Brulotte speaks with Brandon Welch, Head of Talent Acquisition at BambooHR, and Brad Warga, Partner at Heidrick & Struggles, to hear their takes on the top challenges facing HR professionals this year.

We look at what CEOs want from CPOs today, the current state of AI implementation in HR, how HR teams can plan out a training roadmap for leaders, and much more.

Key moments:

• Why shortage of HR talent remains a top challenge
• How the average role of Chief People Officer has changed
• Why a good balance of hard and soft skills are needed more than ever
• The current state of AI implementation in HR
• How HR teams of one can get ahead in 2025
• The biggest challenge facing HR leaders today
• Attributes that companies need from HR professionals
• Advice for HR professionals in 2025
• Why training remains the biggest asset to a team like HR
• Why employee wellness initiatives are still a major focus for companies in 2025

Key links:

• Subscribe to HR Unplugged Series: https://www.bamboohr.com/resources/podcasts/hr-unplugged/
• Join HR Heroes Slack Community:
• https://join.slack.com/t/hrheroesworkspace/shared_invite/zt-21ad3f1r8-dkWC2EdmyhxUAHw9cGLdQw
• Bamboo HR Homepage: https://www.bamboohr.com/