What HR trends are CHROs prioritizing in 2026?
The insight is striking: CHROs who embed the desired culture into daily work can see up to a 34% increase in employee performance.
Date: 14. October 2025
Categories: PGarticle, Leadership, Teams
What HR trends are CHROs prioritizing in 2026?
Gartner’s insights from 426 CHROs across 23 industries and 4 global regions highlight four top priorities. But one trend really caught our attention at :
- Address Culture Atrophy to Power Performance
The insight is striking: CHROs who embed the desired culture into daily work can see up to a 34% increase in employee performance.
Think about that for a second. Embedding culture isn’t just about policies or slogans. It starts with leaders themselves. The work environment is shaped by the values and behaviors of its leaders, and this is where strategic self-awareness comes into play. At Personality Guidance, we help leaders uncover those values through executive assessment. One core tool? The Hogan Assessments MVPI (Motives, Values, Preferences Inventory) — a clear window into what drives leaders and the culture they create.
MVPI Scales Overview
The MVPI assesses ten core motives and values that drive behavior and decision-making:
- Recognition – Desire for approval and attention.
- Power – Desire to control, influence, or lead.
- Hedonism – Desire for pleasure, fun, and enjoyment.
- Altruistic – Desire to help others and contribute to society.
- Affiliation – Desire to belong, build relationships, and maintain social harmony.
- Tradition – Desire to uphold established rules, norms, and ethical standards.
- Security – Desire for stability, predictability, and risk minimization.
- Commerce – Desire to acquire wealth, success, or financial security.
- Aesthetics – Desire for beauty, balance, and creativity.
- Science – Desire to understand, analyze, and innovate.
Guiding Leaders Toward Strategic Self-Awareness
- Identify core values – Leaders can see which motives naturally drive their decisions, behaviors, and priorities.
- Align actions with values – Awareness helps leaders act consistently, reinforcing authenticity and credibility.
- Understand organizational culture – Leaders recognize how their personal values influence the culture they create and communicate.
- Share and model culture – By being transparent about values, leaders can inspire teams, set behavioral norms, and attract like-minded talent.
Why not start your journey toward building a high-performing, values-driven culture today?
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