In this episode, Kenneth Matos, director of market insights at HiBob, explores how organizations can stay ahead of shifting workplace trends, focusing on AI adoption, flexible work models, and employee wellbeing. Using fresh data and behavioral insights, Ken and Tali revisit 2025’s predictions to uncover what hit the mark, what didn’t, and what it all means for HR and business leaders planning the year ahead.

Key takeaways:

00:00 Introduction

03:07 Organizations jumped into AI without a clear strategy

07:35 Distinguishing between AI’s 2025 potential and its 2030 promise

15:39 Reframing AI’s role as a creative collaborator instead of a content creator

19:56 Flexibility remains a stronger retention driver than compensation

30:03 Digital communication norms continue to reshape workplace culture

34:56 Flexibility, control, and clear processes reduce stress across teams

37:01 AI tools simplify access to HR benefits and policy information

43:04 Slowing down to move faster

Resources mentioned:

Kenneth Matos

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkenmatos/

HiBob | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/company/hibob/

HiBob | Website

https://hibobl.ink/main_page

RAND Corporation

https://www.rand.org/

HR Dive

https://www.hrdive.com/

McKinsey & Company

https://www.mckinsey.com/

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