What if the next big thing for HR isn’t big at all? What if it’s right in front of our noses? It’s not about technology, it’s not about certifications, it’s not about programs, it’s not about social media (ok, just pretend for a moment), it’s not about how we educate and develop leaders, it’s not about how we manage risk, it’s not about how we pay our people or how we benefit them, and it’s not about attracting the best and brightest. Rather, it’s about the most fundamental component of human existence…I’m talking about the innate desire to commune and to connect.

I think we need to stop worrying about the next big thing, and start thinking about how we can bring a new dynamic to the workplace…simplicity! And much more of less.