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Are we automating ourselves into a talent crisis? I’ve been reflecting on a finance report we recently published using BambooHR platform data. The data surfaced a trend that worries me: we may be trading short-term efficiency for a long-term leadership gap. Currently we are seeing a 3:1 senior-to-entry-level hiring ratio. That might be the reality in finance right now. But if we change staffing models without being intentional about developing talent, we risk hollowing out the experience pipeline and realizing too late that there’s no bench. We're also seeing high early churn. We're losing about a third of new finance employees in the first year. Meanwhile, tenured staff are carrying heavier loads and reporting lower job satisfaction—a combination that isn't sustainable. Automation is changing how we staff, but we aren't always redesigning work to keep the human element central. My philosophy is this: AI can handle the ‘what;’ people must own the ‘why and what to do about it.’ Let automation take the first pass at reconciliations and analysis. Your team should instead focus on judgment, context, influencing decisions, and mentoring the next generation. With my team at BambooHR, I'm focusing on three things: protecting skepticism needed in finance, creating more senior-to-junior contact, and architecting for faster iteration cycles. We've started bi-weekly "AI stand-up sessions" across the finance organization, where we bring examples of our AI work, peer-review projects, ask questions, share successes, and own failures. I've found this meaningful for connecting with my team. I plan to continue building with them to find the right process where we are engaged in the work while delivering value to the business. None of us will get this perfect right off the bat. But if we treat automation as a staffing shortcut instead of a talent strategy, we’re going to feel it later. I recently chatted with Demi Lawrence at CFO Brew where you can read more on my thoughts on this here: https://lnkd.in/ebAgstmZ

POV: Your intern said your presentation “ate” and now you’re pretending you totally know what that means. 😅 Multi-generational workforces can come with communication gaps, different expectations and very different workplace styles. The best organizations recognize those differences and learn how to bridge them with understanding. Here’s what drives each generation in today’s workforce: -Gen Z: Driven by growth, innovation and flexibility -Millennials: Value purpose, respect and balance -Gen X: Brings loyalty, independence and a focus on work-life balance -Baby Boomers: Offer experience, dedication and deep institutional knowledge How do you support and recognize different generations in ways that resonate with them?

We’re HR’s biggest fans... no surprise there. 😉 But here’s something that might surprise you: 88% of employees have worked somewhere without a dedicated #HR representative. For small businesses and growing teams, every hire and every investment counts. That’s why deciding when to build a dedicated HR function can feel like a big step! So, is having an HR department worth it? We’re breaking down the pros, cons and key considerations to help you decide what makes sense for your business.

The average #commute in the US is 27 minutes. 27 minutes every day to sit in traffic questioning your life choices… or aggressively switching between the same 3 songs like it’ll somehow fix your mood. Or 27 minutes to learn something new? Or call your mom. 💁♀️

New to the BambooHR Marketplace! 😵 We’ve added two fantastic partners to help you simplify operations and modernize key #HR workflows. Doneboard: Doneboard helps BambooHR customers simplify device management and onboarding by connecting HR data to IT workflows. It streamlines inventory, account setup, and employee transitions so teams reduce manual work and get employees what they need faster. Anuvi: Anuvi provides a modern, digital COBRA administration solution for BambooHR customers, simplifying compliance and automating workflows while replacing outdated, paper-based processes. We 💚 our partners!

One of the many highlights from today’s #HRVirtual26 featuring Jonathan Vaas.👏 Thank you to everyone who joined us live, engaged with the sessions, and helped make the event such a success! We love seeing the HR community come together. What takeaway are you most excited to put into action? 💭

Bradley Rencher opening #HRVirtual26! ✨ Tune in TODAY and don't miss Brené Brown's keynote at 11:30 MST. Join here: https://bit.ly/4cieBRM

Another look at one of our favorite days of the year! 💚 Spring Huddle was filled with service, connection, and giving back. We’re so grateful to everyone who packed meals with Rise Against Hunger at HQ, and to those who gave back through local service projects in their own communities. Thank you for helping make this year’s Spring Huddle so impactful! ☀️

Spring Huddle 2026!! What a day. The highlights... 🌱 At our HQ in Utah, we had the amazing opportunity to partner with Rise Against Hunger to package 130,000 meals for children in need. 🌱 Other #Bambooligans around the country participated in their own service projects from where they live. 🌱 Bradley Rencher delivered a killer message all about having the courage to be curious. And we've never been more excited for things to come. Let's go!!

Introducing our 2026 BambooHR interns!! 🐼 🐼 🐼 Abraham Harris Skyler Turner Winston Platt Camden Taylor David Morey Jr. Chet Parke Madison Sharp Jack Rodgerson Jonathan Young Ryan Soulier Bryon Chandler Sage Burt Chase Larsen Summer Mohowski Ashley Min Mckenna Wilson Sophia Strong Nathan Irizarry Ananya Iyengar Zachary Oldroyd Jacob Thomas Alec Zaitz Teagan Smith Jed Woods Lara Justus Matthew Pulsipher Stephen Wong John Barrett The best summer of our lives is loading.