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George Rogers

Chief Strategy Officer

George Rogers

George Rogers is Chief Strategy Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, author of Champion Your Purpose, and the leader of Lighthouse Academy. He speaks and coaches on self-leadership, culture, and belonging.

30 articles

HR Strategy

EOR Provider Wants to Build the Infrastructure for Global Talent Markets

EoR solutions are in a hurry to build and buy their way to “all-in-one” HR platform status. One provider is consciously taking a different path. Will…

August 7, 2026

Frontline Workforce

HR Isn’t Cooling Off This Summer: 4 Workplace Trends That Will Separate Great Organizations from Everyone Else

Summer often brings a slower pace in business. Vacations are scheduled, calendars become lighter, and many organizations use the season to prepare for…

July 8, 2026

HR Strategy

The Real Competitive Advantage in Business Is Purpose Alignment

The conversation around purpose is often dismissed because leaders struggle to quantify its ROI. But the organizations outperforming today understand…

May 19, 2026

Events

Transform 2026: Strategy Is the Expectation, Alignment Is the Challenge

In today’s business environment, the gap isn’t whether HR is strategic; it’s whether strategy can actually be executed at the speed the business…

April 10, 2026

Culture

The 2026 Lighthouse Tech Awards: Recognizing Technology That Delivers Real Result

In our daily work with talent leaders, HR executives, and solution providers, we see extraordinary innovation happening across the market. The…

March 25, 2026

Culture

Mythbusting: 4 Lies About Work in 2026 Recap

Recap: Mythbusting

February 5, 2026

Culture

Mentorship as a Business Strategy, Not a Benefit

Mentorship as a Business Strategy, Not a Benefit January is Mentorship Month, but for HR leaders, mentorship can no longer live in the category of…

January 7, 2026

Culture

Looking vs. Seeking: Why Intentionality Matters in Today’s HR Landscape

We’ve all been there. You’re looking for something: your keys, your wallet, maybe your favorite pen. It’s sitting right in front of you, but somehow…

November 11, 2025

HR Strategy

AI in Hiring: The Candidate Isn’t the Only One Using It

I recently sat in on a conversation with a hiring leader who shared a surprising story. They’d interviewed a candidate whose responses felt a little…

September 30, 2025

Culture

Where Authenticity Meets Efficiency: 2025 Trends in High-Impact Talent Acquisition

In today’s hiring market, it may seem like employers hold the advantage. With large applicant pools across many industries, companies often feel they…

September 24, 2025

HR Strategy

The Candidate’s Lens: Redefining the Hiring Experience

Today’s hiring landscape looks very different, especially from the candidate’s perspective. According to our latest research at Lighthouse Research &…

September 23, 2025

HR Strategy

Your Culture’s Heartbeat: Are You Listening?

A Healthy Culture Pulse Starts with Recognition and Support Every workplace has a rhythm—a culture pulse—that tells the story of its people. A positive…

July 23, 2025

HR Strategy

Employee Experience Can Make or Break Organizational Success—Here’s How to Make it WORK

I’m sure we’ve read stories or been a part of these conversations on how, in today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, one thing remains…

April 29, 2025

HR Strategy

Generational Views: Three Generations, Three Hiring Mindsets.

Generational Views: Three Generations, Three Hiring Mindsets In the current state of hiring, employers must navigate the preferences and expectations…

April 3, 2025

HR Strategy

Redefining RTO: Creating Meaningful Workplaces in the New Era of RTO.

As organizations navigate the new landscape of returning to the office, both employers and employees face a myriad of challenges. Employers must…

February 5, 2025

Events

The Future of Talent Acquisition: Adapting to 2025’s Hiring Landscape

As a seasoned HR leader recalls, a candidate once astounded them by flawlessly adapting to the company’s application process, highlighting the stark…

January 31, 2025

HR Strategy

The Human Touch in Leadership: Driving Success Through Authenticity and Employee Engagement

In a world where businesses are constantly in flux, leadership is the cornerstone that can uphold or crumble an organization. “The Human Touch in…

January 23, 2025

HR Strategy

Maximizing ROI in the Modern Workplace: How Employee Experience Technology Drives Business Performance

Understanding Employee Experience Technology Employee experience technology encompasses tools designed to improve various aspects of an employee’s…

December 28, 2024

Learning & Development

From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Cultivating a Culture of Continuous Learning for the Future of Work

In the current environment of rapid technological advancement, the expanding prevalence of sophisticated technologies and AI has ignited both…

November 22, 2024

HR Strategy

The Power of a Skills-Based Approach to Talent

The Power of a Skills-Based Approach to Talent: Reducing Risk and Unlocking Workforce Potential In today’s rapidly evolving business environment…

October 30, 2024

HR Strategy

Performance Management is Out: Performance Enablement is In

In the realm of organizational success, the approach to enhancing employee performance is undergoing a significant transformation. Gone are the days…

September 18, 2024

insight

HR Summer School Back 2 School Recap

As the back-to-school season has kicked off for our children, it’s the perfect moment to revisit the highlights of this year’s HR Summer School 2024!…

August 6, 2024

HR Strategy

Ghosting isn’t Unsolvable [Infographic]

The phenomenon of candidate ghosting, where candidates suddenly cease communication with potential employers, has become an increasing concern in the…

July 29, 2024

HR Strategy

The Powerful Intersection of Performance, Development, and Recognition [Infographic]

The confluence of employee performance, development, and recognition within an organization holds transformative power as a cornerstone for fostering…

July 25, 2024

HR Strategy

Creating a Positive Data-Driven Employee Experience [Infographic]

Crafting a top-notch employee experience is all about creating a workplace where everyone feels engaged, processes run smoothly, and the overall…

July 23, 2024

HR Strategy

Newsflash: The Wellbeing of Your Workforce is Your Business [Infographic]

The last month has held a lot of travel for the team here at Lighthouse. From Unleash in Las Vegas to the HR Technologies UK event in London to the…

May 18, 2023

HR Strategy

6 Technology Providers Supporting Culture, Engagement, and Employee Experience: Lighthouse Listens 2023

As part of our ongoing research efforts, our team meets with technology providers across the HR, talent, and learning space on a regular basis. Last…

May 5, 2023

HR Strategy

Is Mentoring Outdated in Today’s Workplace?

The workplace is where people go to earn a living, be productive, and learn new skills, so why not use it as a way to develop your employees at the…

March 15, 2023

Learning & Development

Heads Up: These Employees Have Zero Interest in Learning and Career Growth

We often hear that learning and development is one of the keys to retaining employees, because they value it so much. But what about those employees…

January 18, 2023

HR Strategy

Why Belonging is a Critical Aspect of DEI Success

[Edited with new data August 2024] Most researchers believe the annual voluntary turnover rate for U.S. employees will rise this year, with a heavy…

August 10, 2022

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