Talent Edge Weekly – Issue 334 – BrianHeger.com

Thanks to TechWolf for sponsoring this issue. Download their Vision Paper , The CHRO’s Mandate Has Changed: Time to Lead the AI Revolution, to learn how high-performing HR teams are leading in the AI era. This issue covers:  2026 performance management report, unlocking M&A value through operating model design, untapped talent segments, podcast on C-Suite outlook for 2026 and their implications for human capital, and AI in the workplace. 2026 Performance Management Report | The Talent Strategy Group | Zac Upchurch shares findings from a new global survey on how companies design, manage, and execute performance management today. Unlocking Merger Value Through Operating Model Design | McKinsey | A new article outlines 5 priorities that help avoid the common integration pitfalls, plus a companion 166-page 2026 M&A Trends report with practical tactics. Hidden Talent: Examples of Untapped Talent Segments | Brian Heger | My cheat sheet includes eight examples of untapped talent segments and the red flags that suggest you may be overlooking them in your hiring practices. Why Skills, Not Head Count, Matter Most to HR in 2026 | The Conference Board | A 30-minute podcast exploring insights from the C-Suite Outlook for 2026 and their implications for human
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