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The HR Huddle

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Welcome to the HR Huddle, the ultimate resource for all things HR. Cause when the shit goes down, you've got to huddle up. The HR Huddle is comprised of three unique mini-shows: Spilling The Tea On HR Tech — Join Stacey Harris and Cliff Stevenson as they break down the latest happenings in HR and HR tech. HR We Have a Problem — Join Cliff Stevenson as he tackles the messy stories everyone in human resources has, featuring industry guests working on solving these problems. The Pivot Effect is where followers become leaders. Join Teri Zipper and Susan Richards for the stories, skills, and mindse...

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Jul 9, 2026

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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Salesforce & Workday’s bold move, UKG’s new CEO, and VC funding disparities impacting women and Black founders. 08.08.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapient Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, cover the successful diversity roundtable hosted at Pendo headquarters, piping hot news about the strategic partnership between Salesforce and Workday, and research findings on venture cap...

HR, We Have a Problem - Changing the narrative by creating a workplace that prioritizes inclusivity and representation for adults with disabilities. 01.08.2024

Send us a text In this special episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper and guest Lindsay Wrege, Co-Founder & CEO of 321 Coffee — a company built on creating inclusive workplaces for individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDD) — discuss the importance of diversity, inclusion, and the positive impact these values have on org...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - What's happening in the HR tech market? A major surge in mergers and acquisitions, AI innovations in talent acquisition, and leadership moves. 25.07.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapient Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, analyze the HR tech market following a surge in mergers and acquisitions - including executive hires, and the growing role of AI in the industry.  This conversation explores how companies...

HR, We Have a Problem - You can have it all. A cost-benefit breakdown on leveraging broker relationships to navigate people, processes, and HR tech solutions in complex business environments. 18.07.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper and guest Holly Larson, HR Technology Consultant at USI and Content Committee Leader at The Advisor Collective, get into the huddle to discuss the nuts and bolts on how brokers can help small to mid-sized organizations navigate complex work / tech environments.  Key points covered i...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The future of job search platforms amid AI, UKG massive layoffs, and Supreme Court regulatory shifts. 12.07.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapient Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, discuss recent mergers and acquisitions, including moves by Bullhorn, Phenom, Monster, and CareerBuilder - and what these developments may mean for the future.  This episode also addresses...

Back by demand: HR, We Have a Problem - The stakes have never been higher for HR…fostering meaningful change, building C-suite level trust, and bridging the gaps. 04.07.2024

Send us a text Happy 4th! In case you missed the great conversation, we’re bringing back one of the highest-downloaded episodes in 2024 for our HR, We Have a Problem show. Teri Zipper, CEO and Managing Partner for Sapient Insights Group, joined by her colleague, Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, Stacey Harris and special guest Malika Jacobs, Founder and Chief Executive Offi...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Spilling the Tea on major industry acquisitions and the implications of NDA and non-competes in HR tech. 27.06.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, discuss notable acquisitions shaping the HR landscape, including SAP's strategic acquisition of WalkMe and ClearCompany's acquisition of Brainier. They also share exciting updates for Sap...

HR, We Have a Problem - The Impact of economic shifts, the pandemic, and AI advancements on women in the workforce and how bridging the gap in tech can empower future female leaders. 20.06.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper and guest Jess Von Bank, Global Leader, HR Transformation & Technology Advisory at Mercer, explore how technological innovation, particularly advancements in AI, disproportionately affect women. This discussion also touches on unique challenges and opportunities for women in tech,...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The hidden risks of “hallucinations” in AI and the importance of context; plus breaking news on key industry moves. 13.06.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, discuss groundbreaking advancements from Visier, 15Five and SAP, sharing their new initiatives aimed at enhancing people analytics and performance management. They also cover important re...

HR, We Have a Problem - The evolving landscape of performance management and the latest AI-powered tools to create positive change in employee performance, engagement and retention, support managers and connect it all to business impact. 06.06.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper and guest Dr. Jeff Smith, Chief Product Officer at 15Five — the strategic performance management platform designed to boost employee engagement, performance and retention. They discuss the relationship between business performance and employee performance at a time when HR leaders a...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The skinny on tech layoffs, leading with real-time data vs. the trickle-down effect of decisions made with the latest economic indicators and transforming workforce management through AI. 30.05.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner Stacey Harris and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research Cliff Stevenson discuss the latest trends and innovations in HR technology - highlighting the strategic implications of recent acquisitions by major HR tech companies, including innovative approaches they ar...

HR, We Have a Problem - Emerging HR tech trends focused on problem-solving over product demonstrations. 23.05.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper welcomes guest Nov Omana, Founder of Collective HR Solutions and Technology Review Council (TRC)  — a platform that showcases emerging HR tech startups and provides valuable feedback to vendors. This discussion explores Nov’s extensive experience in the HR tech space, shedding ligh...

Back by demand: Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Employee engagement and the ethics of leveraging AI to improve workplace wellness. 16.05.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, welcome special guest Dr. Jarik Conrad, Vice President of Human Insights and Executive Director of Workforce Institute at UKG. Dr. Jarik shares more on his role as Executive Director of W...

HR, We Have a Problem - In this episode, Teri and her guest, Christine Albert, talk about the complexity of defining the evolving role of a CXO in organizations today and the diverse business goals they are expected to achieve. 09.05.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper and guest Christine Albert, Founder of Adams Street Consulting and former Chief Experience Officer (CXO) at LCMC Health, discuss the collaboration between marketing and HR - exploring the nuances of bridging the gap between these two crucial functions. The conversation underscores t...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech: Cliff and Stacey weigh in from the conference circuit on industry top leadership moves, new partnerships, and intriguing AI tech roll-outs. 02.05.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner Stacey Harris and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research Cliff Stevenson discuss the latest AI developments in HR tech, particularly UKG's appointment of a new president and Paycor's utilization of Visier's AI technology for analytical insights. This episode also...

HR, We Have a Problem - Stabilizing teams in high-change environments as a competitive advantage. 25.04.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper gets into the huddle with industry veteran and guest Carolyn Troyan, President and CEO of Leadership 360 — an HR consulting and leadership coaching firm specializing in customized support for individuals and organizations. This conversation tackles strategies for fostering team effe...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Future proofing HR: Navigating vendor acquisitions, skill prioritization, and AI impact on workforce dynamics. 19.04.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, talk about the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for the workforce and innovation. They also address the evolving conversation around human capital metrics and e...

HR, We Have a Problem - The pivotal role of HR technologists in navigating technological advancements, building communities, and solving complex problems in HR. 11.04.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper speaks with guest Dr. Dennis Hill, Chairman of the Board and CEO at the International Association For Human Resource Information Management (IHRIM), a global leader in advancing HR technology since 1980. Their conversation touches on the history and evolution of HR technology, expl...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The long view of balancing AR/VR technological advancements with a human-centric approach in HR. 04.04.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, explore recent news in HR technology partnerships and innovation. They tackle the implications of strategic partnerships between industry giants Workday and Insperity, the rise of AI-driv...

HR, We Have a Problem - The stakes have never been higher for HR…fostering meaningful change, building C-suite level trust, and bridging the gaps. 28.03.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper along with Sapient Insights Group, Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris welcomes guest Malika Jacobs, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Myriad — a daily technology platform that assists HR leaders in strategizing, planning, and communicating with executive s...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Hot week! Notable acquisitions, spotlighting women in leadership, and why cohort-based learning is on fire. 21.03.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, get into the huddle to discuss recent acquisitions, employment law updates, and other emerging HR trends.  In celebration of International Women's Day, this episode also explores recent s...

HR, We Have a Problem - Connecting data governance and data privacy in HR to shape a seamless employee experience. 14.03.2024

Send us a text In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper talks with guest Danielle Bushen, Global Head of People Analytics, Data Governance, and Stewardship at Sanofi, a global pharmaceutical and healthcare company. Their conversation touches on the strategy behind data privacy and governance, data-driven decision-making, and end-to-end p...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - The national spotlight on AI safety, transparency and organizational trust turns to Washington + new developments in acquisitions in payroll and talent management solutions. 07.03.2024

Send us a text In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, discuss crucial topics surrounding AI and its implications for HR, platform enhancements, and upcoming industry events. Their conversation turns to broader AI safety concerns addressed by...

HR, We Have a Problem - The shared responsibility between HR and marketing to build a better employee experience. 29.02.2024

Send us a text In this special episode* of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper engages in a lively discussion with Celia Fleischaker, Chief Marketing Officer at isolved, about the evolving relationship between marketing and HR and the employee experience. From an employer’s brand to recruitment marketing to HR’s reputation, there is more HR and market...

Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - HR’s role in supporting employee well-being and breaking HR tech news. 22.02.2024

Send us a text In this Spilling the Tea on HR Tech episode, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner Stacey Harris and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research Cliff Stevenson discuss upcoming events, including the Oracle Application Summit and the Workday Innovation Summit. The hosts also announced a new cohort-based immersive program launched by Sapient Insights Gro...

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