Maria Valero

2 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Maria Valero |Michael Brenner |Emily Faracca

In this article we discuss: You can listen to this episode as audio only on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. It’s nearly impossible to think about work today without thinking about AI. While the benefits of AI and its impact on the world of work are extremely promising, the chasm of the unknown is vast. And the way we used to know and define work is evolving, giving way to a different future with new skillsets and opportunities emerging for enhanced human-AI connection.

1 month ago | blog.workday.com | Jennifer Johnson |Maria Valero |Carrie Varoquiers

In this article we discuss: Written by Jennifer Johnson, Senior Industry Marketing Director, Retail and HospitalityToday’s global landscape is highly volatile for retailers. Tariffs and trade wars threaten to squeeze already thin margins. Retail CEOs and COOs are scrambling just to keep the goods flowing, while CFOs are watching costs balloon, and CIOs are desperate for agile tech solutions. This isn't a drill; it's a full-blown crisis demanding immediate, strategic action.

1 month ago | blog.workday.com | Carrie Varoquiers |Blaise Radley |Maria Valero

In this article we discuss: We're at a turning point in how we build our workforces. The old rules of hiring—overemphasizing degrees, past job titles, and years of experience— aren't just outdated; they're holding us back. The good news, according to our latest skills research, is that 86% of business leaders report that they would be comfortable hiring someone based on their skills profile.

1 month ago | blog.workday.com | Maria Valero |Bruno J. Navarro

In this article we discuss: The HR function is undergoing a seismic shift, and we’re all going to benefit. Case in point about one disruption: 95% of HR respondents agree that AI allows them to focus on higher-level responsibilities, according to our recent study, Elevating Human Potential: The AI Skills Revolution. Emerging technologies are helping HR teams to accelerate workstreams, streamline insights, and increase impact.

2 months ago | blog.workday.com | Maria Valero |Bruno J. Navarro |Phil Willburn

In this article we discuss:Skills-based hiring is reshaping the way companies find talent. For years, a college degree was the golden ticket—job descriptions had strict education requirements, and hiring managers filtered candidates based on their credentials alone. If you didn’t have the right educational background, then you likely didn’t get the job. But that’s no longer enough. While education still matters, skills and real-world experience are becoming just as valuable in today’s workforce.