STRATEGY

Aligning Talent Strategies with Business Objectives

The year 2025 emphasizes the strategic alignment of talent management initiatives with broader business goals. HR professionals are challenged to move beyond the traditional administrative support role and position themselves as strategic partners in driving organizational success. This entails a deep understanding of the business landscape, proactive workforce planning, and the ability to translate talent metrics into meaningful insights for decision-makers.

ENGAGEMENT

Employee Experience Beyond the Basics

Employee experience has transcended the realm of mere benefits and salary structures. In 2025, HR will be tasked with crafting a holistic employee journey that encompasses well being initiatives, personalized career development, and a sense of purpose within the organization. Understanding the intricacies of employee expectations and designing tailored experiences is crucial for retaining top talent in a competitive landscape.

HYBRID WORK MODELS

The Evolution of Workplace Culture

The hybrid work model, where employees split their time between remote and on-site work, has emerged as a defining feature of 2025. Organizations are grappling with the need to strike a balance between the flexibility employees crave and the collaborative benefits of physical proximity. HR professionals must navigate the nuances of fostering a cohesive workplace culture that transcends physical boundaries.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI)

Strategic Imperatives

Diversity and inclusion are no longer optional but fundamental pillars of organizational success. In 2025, organizations are expected to move beyond token gestures and embrace DEI as a strategic imperative. Talent Management strategies must be intentionally designed to foster inclusivity, ensuring that diverse voices are heard and actively contribute to innovation and decision-making.

CONTINUOUS LEARNING

A Cornerstone of Employee Development

The pace of change in the professional landscape necessitates a commitment to continuous learning. Talent Management in ‘24 involves creating a culture that prioritizes upskilling and reskilling. Organizations must use technology, including personalized learning paths and AI integration in platforms, to empower employees to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving job market.

TALENT MOBILITY

Inclusive Leadership & Succession Planning

In 2025, organizations recognize the importance of inclusive leadership in driving innovation and sustainable growth. HR’s role extends beyond traditional talent acquisition to fostering inclusive leadership pipelines. Succession planning becomes a strategic imperative, ensuring that diverse talent is identified, nurtured, and prepared for leadership roles.

AI IN TALENT MANAGEMENT

AI Technology at Your Fingertips

An integral development to observe is the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into talent management and HR processes. AI is on the verge of transforming the landscape of HR functions, introducing unparalleled efficiency and precision. AI-powered processes and analytics are set to offer profound insights, enabling more informed decisionmaking. From personalized learning recommendations to sentiment analysis for employee engagement, AI is positioned to propel HR to unprecedented heights.

Holistic Talent Management Suite

KEY QUESTION

Does your existing platform enable a cohesive integration between engagement, performance, culture, and retention?

CONSIDERATION

Evaluate how your existing technologies integrate various facets of talent management, fostering a holistic understanding of your workforce.

Improving Interactions

KEY QUESTION

Does our current platform facilitate improved interactions, meetings, social conversations, and regular check-ins?

CONSIDERATION

Explore whether your tech investment can seamlessly intertwine and enhance interactions between employees, managers, and CXOs. This integration boosts relationships & enhances employee morale, engagement, & productivity.

Talent Mobility & Succession Planning

KEY QUESTION

Does your existing tech investment facilitate talent forecasting, workforce planning, and identification of top talent while supporting talent mobility?

CONSIDERATION

In an era where talent mobility and succession planning are paramount, ensure your tech investment encompasses talent analytics, skills assessment, and predictive analytics to thrive in the future of work.

Elevating Employee Experience

KEY QUESTION

Is your existing tech easily accessible and user-friendly, covering all employee touchpoints?

CONSIDERATION

Examine the user-friendliness and accessibility of your tech solutions. Ensure that they not only meet the current standards but also have the capability to leverage AI, empowering you to effortlessly navigate, analyze, and enhance the overall employee experience.

Comprehensive Employee Engagement

KEY QUESTION

Is your current tech platform adept at seamlessly integrating real-time feedback, meaningful recognition, and collaborative features to foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture?

CONSIDERATION

Leverage platforms that offer end-to-end solutions for employee engagement, incorporating real-time feedback, recognition, and collaboration into the fabric of your organizational culture.

Employee Development & Growth

KEY QUESTION

Does your current tech platform effectively identify employees’ aspirations and growth potential and provide comprehensive development plans and resources?

CONSIDERATION

Elevate your learning infrastructure by upgrading to an advanced LMS or Learning Experience Platform. These solutions should offer personalized learning paths, automation, and robust reporting capabilities to ensure effective employee development and growth.

Strategic HR Planning & Kickoff

Initiate the year with strategic planning sessions to align HR goals with organizational objectives.

Employee Engagement Survey

Launch the annual engagement survey to gauge employee satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.

Launch Rewards & Recognition Program

Initiate the year with strategic planning sessions to align HR goals with organizational objectives.

Strategy Policy Review

Evaluate and update HR policies, ensuring they align with current regulations and organizational goals.

Feedback Survey

Conduct a feedback survey to gather insights on the effectiveness of past HR initiatives & areas for enhancement

Goals 2.0

Set organizational goals and milestones for strategic alignment. Utilize Marissa AI to auto-generate clear and achievable goals and milestones.

Ask Marissa™

Leverage AI-enabled coaching to access quality information tailored to HR needs. Receive insights on best practices, trends, and product documentation for shaping your People Strategy in 2024.

Survey 2.0

Plan and deploy surveys to collect feedback from leadership and employees. Use a feedback survey to reflect on the past year, gaining perspectives on successes and challenges for focused improvement in 2024.

HR Resources Bot

Powered by Ask Marissa, fetch relevant resources for employee queries. Provide easy access to policy documents, guidelines, and plans through the HR Resources Bot.

Team Pulse

Use this listening tool to receive real-time team responses, identify obstacles and understand employee sentiments. Deploy Team Pulse at a frequency that suits your organization to stay connected with your employees

Check-ins

Bridge the manager-employee gap with structured Checkins. Uncover insights that foster a culture of engagement and success through specific and actionable questions to employees.

E10 Engagement Survey

Run an employee engagement survey with E10 to gain detailed insights into current engagement levels. Understand the pulse of your workforce and develop strategies to enhance engagement.

Custom Rewards

Establish your rewards and recognition program for the year. Build a customized program with Engagedly’s Custom Rewards that reflects your organization’s values and encourages employee appreciation.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

Learning & Development Strategy

Devote time to strategize and outline the year’s Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives, aligning them with organizational goals.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a Check-in specifically focused on learning and development to understand individual aspirations and identify opportunities for skill enhancement.

Employee Engagement Workshop

Organize a workshop to enhance employee engagement strategies. Use this platform to share insights, gather feedback, and foster collaboration.

LXP (Learning Experience Platform)

Leverage AI-powered adaptive learning for a personalized and engaging learning experience. Analyze employee data to tailor learning paths, fostering skill development and growth.

Growth Hub

Empower employees to take charge of their career growth. Understand career aspirations and role satisfaction and facilitate Individual Development Plans (IDPs) through Growth Hub.

Mentoring Complete

Nurture future leaders with tailored mentoring programs. Cultivate leadership, plan successions, promote career growth, and facilitate knowledge exchange through Mentoring Complete.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses and reports from Team Pulse and Checkins to monitor engagement levels. Address challenges proactively and provide solutions to enhance the overall employee experience.

TEMPLATES AND RESOURCES

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

Employee Appreciation

Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day by utilizing Marissa AI for Praise to generate personalized praise tailored to individual achievements effortlessly.

360° Feedback Cycle 1

Kickstart the first cycle of the 360° Feedback process. Plan, deploy, and gather comprehensive insights into employee performance, skills, specific behaviors, and feedback areas.

360° Feedback Review

Utilize Marissa AI™ for 360° Feedback Survey Summarization to efficiently review and summarize the gathered feedback. Leverage AI to streamline the feedback review process.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives

LXP (Learning Experience Platform)

Leverage AI-powered adaptive learning for a personalized and engaging learning experience. Analyze employee data to tailor learning paths, fostering skill development and growth.

Growth Hub

Empower employees to take charge of their career growth. Understand career aspirations and role satisfaction and facilitate Individual Development Plans (IDPs) through Growth Hub.

Mentoring Complete

Nurture future leaders with tailored mentoring programs. Cultivate leadership, plan successions, promote career growth, and facilitate knowledge exchange through Mentoring Complete.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses and reports from Team Pulse and Checkins to monitor engagement levels. Address challenges proactively and provide solutions to enhance the overall employee experience.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives.

Learning Culture Workshop

Dedicate a day to promote a culture of continuous learning to train employees and enhance the overall learning culture.

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Overlook reports and set up check-ins to monitor the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives. Train employees to use these modules during the Learning Culture Workshop. Discuss and create learning automation and paths to improve the learning culture and experience in the organization.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives.

Employee Well-being Workshop

Dedicate a day to focus on employee well-being. Praise your employees to encourage positive recognition and appreciation during this workshop.

Strategic Talent Planning

Plan for a whole day dedicated to strategic talent planning. Optimize hiring with AI-driven Talent Analytics for precise insights on crucial skills and competencies.

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Talent Analytics

Utilize advanced AI-driven dashboards to gain insights into skills, competencies, and desired proficiencies for strategic talent acquisition.

Marissa™ AI for Praise

Encourage using Marissa AI for Praise during the Employee Well-being Workshop. Train employees to leverage AI for personalized and impactful praises.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives.

Diversity & Inclusion Workshop & Training

Conduct a workshop and training session on Diversity & Inclusion, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

360° Feedback Cycle 2 Review

Summarize and review the feedback gathered during the second 360° Feedback cycle.

360° Feedback Cycle 2 Launch

Initiate the second cycle of 360° Feedback to gather comprehensive insights into employee performance, skills, behaviors, and feedback areas.

Performance Review Cycle 1

Commence the first cycle of the Performance Review process, inviting employees and managers to rate and review performances.

Performance Calibration & Sign-offs

Employ calibration to ensure fair and unbiased performance ratings before sign-offs.

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Goals 2.0

Track and analyze the progress of organization-wide goals. Utilize reports to understand employee contributions and link goals to the upcoming Performance Review Cycle.

 360° Feedback

Plan, set, and deploy the second cycle of 360° Feedback to gather insights into employee performance and areas for improvement.

Performance Reviews

Kick-start the Performance Review process, leveraging Engagedly modules to ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation of employee performances.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

 Employee Engagement Survey

Deploy an engagement survey to gather valuable feedback to understand the current engagement levels and areas for improvement.

Performance Appraisal Process

Kickstart the first cycle of the 360° Feedback process. Plan, deploy, and gather comprehensive insights into employee performance, skills, specific behaviors, and feedback areas.

Learning Culture Workshop

Conduct a dedicated workshop to promote a culture of continuous learning, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning to promote skill development, mentorship, and a culture of growth.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and
milestones of Learning & Development initiatives.

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Talent Analytics

Post the performance review cycle, leverage Talent Analytics to nurture and refine employees’ talent. During Learning Culture Worshop, utilize skill tracking to help employees identify gaps and craft Individual Development Plans (IDP) for skill enhancement.

E10 Engagement Survey

Initiate a new survey for the second half of the year using the E10 engagement survey module. Assess improvements in engagement levels and identify challenges hindering engagement. Use the insights for continuous enhancement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to gain insights into ongoing employee engagement levels and address emerging challenges.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives.

Leadership Spotlight Workshop

Highlight the importance of leadership with a dedicated workshop for employees. Engage employees in leadershipfocused activities and discussions to foster transparency and collaboration

360° Feedback for Leadership

Launch a 360° Feedback cycle specifically for the leadership team to gather comprehensive employee insights and feedback.

360° Feedback Review

Evaluate and review the insights gathered from the 360° Feedback cycle for leadership.

360° Feedback

During the Leadership Spotlight Workshop, organize interactive sessions between the leadership team and employees. Plan and deploy a 360° Feedback cycle to gather insights about the leadership team. Leverage Marissa AI to summarize feedback reports efficiently.

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to understand ongoing employee engagement levels. Address emerging challenges proactively to maintain a positive work environment.

Skill Enhancement Week

Promote skill development with a dedicated workshop. Encourage employees to engage in learning courses, set up development plans, or choose mentors within the organization

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms, to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Talent Analytics

Utilize Talent Analytics to nurture and refine employees’ talent, ensuring skills and competencies reach their full potential. During the Skills Enhancement Workshop, use skill tracking to help employees identify skill gaps and create Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for skill enhancement.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to understand ongoing employee engagement levels. Address emerging challenges proactively to maintain a positive work environment.

Survey for Halloween

With Halloween around the corner, engage employees by creating a survey to gather ideas for a creative Halloween activity or plan a spooky and enjoyable office party. Foster a sense of community and fun within the workplace.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms, to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Survey 2.0

Utilize the Survey 2.0 module to gather ideas and preferences for a Halloween activity or party. Engage employees in decision-making and create a festive atmosphere within the organization.

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to understand ongoing employee engagement levels. Address emerging challenges proactively to maintain a positive work environment.

360° Feedback Cycle 3

Plan, set, and deploy the third 360° Feedback cycle to gather insights into employee performance, skills, behaviors, and feedback areas.

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms, to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

360° Feedback

Plan, set, and deploy the third 360° Feedback cycle to gather insights and information on your employees’ performance, skills, specific behaviors, and feedback areas. Leverage Marissa AI to easily streamline the summarization of 360° Feedback reports.

TEMPLATES AND RESOURCES

Review: Monthly Check-ins & Team Pulse

Evaluate responses from Check-ins and Team Pulse to understand ongoing employee engagement levels. Address emerging challenges proactively to maintain a positive work environment.

Performance Review Cycle 2

Kickstart the second Performance Review Cycle, focusing on setting clear expectations, providing feedback, & aligning individual goals with organizational objectives.

Year-End Review

Summarize key findings and insights from the year, reflecting on achievements and areas for improvement to inform upcoming strategic planning

Learning & Development Check-In

Conduct a dedicated check-in to oversee the progress and milestones of Learning & Development initiatives.

LXP, Growth Hub, Mentoring Complete

Leverage these modules and platforms, to monitor and optimize Learning & Development initiatives with detailed reports and interactive dashboards. Streamline processes, evaluate existing resources, and seamlessly integrate additional ones as needed for continuous improvement.

Team Pulse and Check-ins

Review responses from Team Pulse and Check-ins to stay informed about employees’ engagement levels. Address challenges and provide solutions to enhance the overall work experience.

Goals 2.0

Track and analyze the progress of organization-wide goals set during the year’s second half. Utilize reports to understand employee contributions and link goals for the Performance Review Cycle.

Performance Reviews

Kickstart the second performance review cycle, inviting employees and managers to rate and review performances. Use calibration to ensure fair and unbiased ratings before signing off.

Talent Analytics

Leverage Talent Analytics to nurture and refine employees’ talent, ensuring skills and competencies reach their full potential. Utilize skill tracking to help employees identify skill gaps and craft Individual Development Plans (IDP) for skill enhancement.

CXO Insights

Empower C-Suite with CXO Insights for a comprehensive view of key data, metrics, and reports. Understand organizational performance, engagement levels, and the impact of L&D initiatives. Gain insights for informed decision-making in year-end reviews and future planning.