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HR leaders feel positive about their outlook, but can’t back it up with numbers
Summary by Layoffs News Editorial Desk Caroline Colvin , as published by HR Dive
· October 13, 2026
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A 2026 report from Betterworks shows a quantitative disconnect between HR’s optimism and demonstrated proof of concept for outcomes, suggesting HR should buckle down on data.
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