The Alignment Blog

Stepping into your first CHRO role is exhilarating—and can also be brutal.
In 2024, CHRO turnover jumped 36% over the prior year. Meanwhile, 80% of new CHRO appointments were women—the highest rate on record.
Translation: There’s never been more demand for CHROs—and never more pressure.
If you’re not in the room where strategy is set—early, often, and without needing a special invitation—you are not a true C-suite partner. And a CHRO role without real strategic authority is one of the fastest paths to frustration and eventual exit.

When people hear “compensation,” they usually think of salary. But in reality, compensation is far more than a number on a paycheck. It’s a signal. A strategy. A reflection of what your organization truly values. If you want to retain top talent, drive performance, and advance equity, compensation can’t be treated as a line item. […]

In today’s workplace, success isn’t just about filling roles – it’s about aligning people with purpose. The real opportunity lies in placing the right people in the right roles, backed by systems that help them not just survive in the workplace, but thrive. That’s where the Talent Alignment Model™ (TAM) comes in. Developed over two […]