How do leaders motivate teams and navigate change when technology is transforming the workplace faster than ever? In this episode of The Great Retention, Kamber sits down with Mike Simonds, President and CEO at TriNet, to talk about hiring, AI, leadership, and the leaders navigating it all. Mike shares why understanding what motivates people, practicing humility, and staying closely connected to your team are essential leadership skills in periods of rapid change. Rather than seeing AI emergence and adoption as a threat, Mike views it as an opportunity—especially for small and midsize businesses willing to adapt quickly and invest in people.
The conversation also explores the current slowdown in entry-level hiring, what it could mean for the future talent pipeline, and why younger generations entering the workforce will need to focus on building influence, relationships, and uniquely human skills in the years ahead. One of the most important themes throughout the conversation is this: there’s far more that unites us than divides us. If you’re trying to lead well through uncertainty, technology shifts, and generational change, this episode offers a grounded and optimistic perspective on what comes next.
