By David Ducheyne Is HR truly a profession? If we go by the definitions from Oxford, Cambridge, or Merriam-Webster, a profession involves a specialized body of knowledge, formal training, ethical standards, and a commitment to long-term learning. Yet, when it comes to HR, this identity is not always clearly claimed — or recognized. The Challenge: Trustworthiness in HR Human Resources has long been questioned for its credibility. Is HR seen as competent, loyal to its stakeholders, and guided by integrity? If not, why? The issue runs deeper than reputation management. It is rooted in the norms, expectations, and standards we set for those who enter and practice in the field. Too often, HR operates in an environment where fads, fashions, and unverified theories flourish. Popular but untested practices are embraced simply because they are widely adopted, attractively packaged, or seemingly aligned with company culture. In doing so, HR risks trading professional rigour for perceived relevan

🌍 Get Ready for International HR Week! From May 20 to May 24, we’re celebrating the power, progress, and potential of the HR profession – across borders, generations, and ideas. Join us for a week packed with inspiration, connection, and development during International HR Week. 📅 Here’s what’s happening: 🎓 May 19 - Launch of the EAPM Webinar on "Leading Change in a Dynamic World". Mo Gawdat and Margareta Nikolovska talk about how to lead change. This highly interactive webinar is a must-see for every HR professional. Check it out on https://www.eapm.org. 🎓 May 19 - Groupe Epsilon Intervision with young professionals The L&D association gathers a group of hr professionals on the topic of onboarding of junior people in the organization. Check out Epsilon here. 🎓 May 20 –Master Class Evidence-Based HR We continue with insight and impact. Join leading experts and forward-thinking professionals for a full-day conference dedicated to evidence-based HR. Discover how data, science, and p

The World Economic Forum has published it's Future of Jobs Report. Hrpro.be was through its membership of the European Association for People Management (EAPM) a partner of this research. We have obtained a report for the Belgian Economy. But here you can find the general consluions of the global report. Broadening digital access is expected to be the most transformative trend – both across technology-related trends and overall – with 60% of employers expecting it to transform their business by 2030. Advancements in technologies, particularly AI and information processing (86%); robotics and automation (58%); and energy generation, storage and distribution (41%), are also expected to be transformative. These trends are expected to have a divergent effect on jobs, driving both the fastest-growing and fastest-declining roles, and fueling demand for technology-related skills, including AI and big data, networks and cybersecurity and technological literacy, which are anticipated to be the

5 years of teleworkingEmployer survey results January/February 2025 Introduction : At the beginning of 2025, the Vias institute and the Antwerp Management School Next Generation Work Center of Expertise conducted a study on teleworking among Belgian employers. The online survey was conducted between January 20 and February 17, 2025, among 759 employers, 25% of whom were business owners, 40% managers, and 35% human resources managers. The survey was conducted at the request of the FOD Mobiliteit en Vervoer / SPF Mobilité et Transports supported by VBO FEB , HRPro.be, SD Worx , Securex , De Tijd and HRmagazine . This survey is for hrpro.be one of many we supported, also during the pandemic. Teleworking today and tomorrow In 2025 , structural teleworking is the most represented among our respondents: in 86.1% of organizations employing more than 500 workers and in around 3/4 of smaller organizations. In the future , we also expect that the majority of organizations, regardless of their si

Text by Edward Van Houtte & Iulia Cioca Evidence-based HR (EBHR) is a way to make people decisions in organizations. It’s a day-to-day practice of using the best available evidence and looking at it with a critical eye, to inform HR decisions. By practicing EBHR, your decisions are more likely to achieve the results you expect from them. Questioning Your Evidence What about you and your last decision at work? Are you confident the process and the outcome were good? What if there’s a better way of making HR decisions that makes it more likely to actually get the results you expect? Let’s learn to expect the unexpected. You might be thinking: “So, what’s wrong with my decision-making methods? I’m pretty happy with how most of my decisions turn out.” You might be, but researchers have looked at how decisions are made in organizations, and their conclusions are not so optimistic, namely: decision-makers use whatever evidence they have at hand, without asking themselves where it comes from

HumanifyAI – Leading Change in a Dynamic World The world of work is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and as HR and people professionals, we are at the forefront of leading change together. This International HR Day, join us for an insightful webinar exploring two critical themes driving our profession forward: 🔹 Leading in a Digital World – How can we ensure ethical and transparent use of AI and other technology? How do we design digital transformation that enhances equality, autonomy, and job satisfaction while protecting employee wellbeing and organisational culture? 🔹 Skills and Learning for the Future – With change happening faster than ever, how do we invest in new skills, create sustainable people practices, and future-proof employees? From transitional skills to new learning methods, discover how HR can drive continuous development. Why Attend? Gain expert insights on navigating digital transformation in HR Explore strategies for ethical AI and digitalization in the workplac