Ira Wolfe

Remember the good old pre-pandemic days when people woke up, showered, got dressed, crawled through long commutes, and searched for a coveted parking spot, just so that they could sit at a desk in a building to do work? Today, workers demand flexibility and to work from everywhere, anywhere, at any time. Building an Everywhere Workplace is not just an essential talent strategy but a business growth strategy too. Work in this Never-Normal era is filled with new opportunities and landmines. During this presentation, Future of Work global thought leader Ira S Wolfe will share new research on what employees prefer and how to strike the right balance between remote, in-person, and hybrid workplaces.

While many employers brush off Quiet Quitting and the Great Resignation as passing fads, finding ways to inspire and motivate employees to boost productivity is mission critical. The need to align employees’ priorities with business strategy has shifted from C-Suite platitudes and happy talk to indispensable execution. And yet most employers have no clue how to connect with their employees so they want to go above and beyond. During this presentation you will learn from Future of Work Global Thought Leader Ira S Wolfe about the 9 WHYs that drive humans to excel and grow and how to create a great culture one WHY at a Time.

The SHIFT hit everyone's plans in 2020. The world had to duck and cover. Now that we are emerging from shutdowns, lockdowns, and quarantines, the world that many of us left is significantly different than the world we're living in today. No matter where you live, where you work, or what you do, life is different - and often bizarre and weird. Frustration, Confusion, Distraction, and Disappointment (FCDD) confronts us in unexpected and unimaginable ways. "Getting back to normal" are comforting words, but dangerous ones too. Future change is exponentially faster and it comes in waves. "Normal" means learning to grow and thrive in an era of perpetual uncertainty and complexity. Adaptability is no longer a choice or a nice to have skill but an essential human ability you need to grow and thrive. We all need to become adept at adapting.

It’s time for every business to “get its SHIFT together” and get a grip on reality. Tried and true recruiting practices aren’t working. Traditional jobs are disappearing, new job categories are emerging, and the automation of work makes it seem like science fiction is taking over the workplace. The competition for qualified workers is intensifying and becoming terrifying. The wired, tired, and technology are converging and yet many companies continue to recruit and screen talent like it was still 1970. Isn’t it time for human resources to SHIFT?

We’re at a critical juncture. The Perfect Labor Storm is converging with the Age of Googlization. A monumental shift is disrupting the way work gets done. Nearly every job as we know will be transformed. No industry or business is immune. Sweeping advancements in technology (AI, machine learning, VR/AR, IoT, autonomous vehicles, and more) will shift the way job seekers search and businesses hire. What does this mean for talent acquisition and talent management? What does the future of HR look like? Join Ira S Wolfe on this fascinating journey into the future of work, jobs, and technology where science fiction jumps off the pages of reality.

Finding qualified candidates is one of the most significant challenges going forward. And yet many organizations continue to recruit as if change and technological disruptions are a passing fancy. To complicate matters, many recruiters are promoted or hired without recruitment and digital marketing experience. To win the race for talent, every business - no matter the industry or size - must deliver a spectacular candidate experience. Whether you're an experienced recruiter, HR professional, or landed in the position by chance, this is a must-attend session. During this session, Recruiting in the Age of Googlization author/speaker Ira S Wolfe will guide you on a candidate's job search, identify crucial touch points, and provide tips and insights on how to reach, engage, and convert more qualified job seekers into applicants.