CIPD ACE 2024: Tackling the biggest problems in modern work

As a media partner, the HRZone team looks forward to this year’s CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition on 6-7th November. Its two jam-packed days are set to offer unmissable knowledge and guidance from industry experts on making work, work.
Your 2025 people strategy: a six-step HR guide

It’s that time of the year when HR leaders need to carve out space in overloaded schedules to build a robust 2025 people strategy. To help this process, QS’ Head of People Hannah Gore shares her six-step guide to strategy-building success.
Is compassion a strategic or soft leadership style?

Compassionate leadership is an emerging management style that offers strategic benefits to numerous businesses. But is it truly worthwhile?
Employment Rights Bill unpacked: What are the major changes?

Following the introduction of the Employment Rights Bill, Kate Palmer discusses the government’s proposed changes to employment law.
Finding use in the magic of conflict

While it’s important to avoid negative and harmful conflict, constructive conflict can serve as a catalyst for change. Professional mediator Jane Gunn reveals how to make magic out of workplace conflict.
Menopause Awareness Month: Throw away your tick-box

With over 240 awareness days, weeks and months, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the diversity and inclusion calendar. Here are ten tips to creating an inclusive workplace culture, any day of the week.
Worker Protection Act: Organisations are STILL not prepared

The clock is ticking… the Worker Protection Act comes into effect on October 26th 2024, and yet many UK businesses are still not ready. Workplace relationships expert Ele Wilson outlines how to take action.
Business scandals: Can you predict and prepare for them?

Is there a scandal waiting to happen in your organisation? New research from Principia reveals three early warning signs to pay attention to.
Sickness management policies: Are they worth the paper they’re written on?

Workplace Wellbeing Action Group shares collective perspectives on sickness management policies and creating the greatest impact on employee wellbeing.
The power of habits and rituals in company culture

How can we encourage better workplace habits and rituals that support a great company culture? Deborah Hartung outlines five important steps.
Bruce Daisley to deliver keynote at Culture Pioneers Leadership Forum 2024, featuring Disrupt London

Bruce Daisley, Sunday Times bestselling author and workplace culture speaker will deliver a keynote address at the Culture Pioneers Leadership Forum 2024, featuring Disrupt London. Join us on 13th November to gain fresh perspectives and make valuable connections in the world of HR and culture.
Maternity discrimination taken seriously after £350k compensation

The £350,000 compensation awarded to a pregnant employee is making businesses take maternity discrimination seriously. Cecily Donoghue shares key employment law takeaways.
How to influence leaders in an ethical direction

Ethical leadership is a skill that all leaders can adopt and enhance through continuous training and development. This article offers guidance on how to support and implement this practice.
Banning unpaid internships: A guide for HR professionals

Employment lawyer Emma Gross shares key details on Labour’s proposals to ban unpaid internships and promoting fair opportunities in the UK job market.
The courts have banned ‘fire and rehire’ – or have they?

Henry Clinton-Davis examines fire and rehire policies following the recent Tesco court ruling.
The hidden costs of back pain in the workplace

Back pain is a critical health concern that can impact employee engagement. Mila Aleshina, co-founder of Incorpo Studio, Pilates and Mobility Coach shares why and how to address this crucial issue.
Inclusion starts with empathy

To mark National Inclusion Week 2024, Jack Mizel explores why empathy is the key foundation block to building an inclusive organisation.
‘Playing the race card’: What underpins a proof-seeking leader?

The challenge of the intangible nature of diversity, equity and inclusion, and how we push past never knowing the ‘truth’.
How to address diversity, equity and inclusion backlash

Workplace backlash to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is nothing new. But it remains an ongoing barrier to progressive organisations. Here, Professor Tom Calvard outlines two ways for HR to approach this complex challenge.
#ImpactMatters: Four top players in workplace diversity and inclusion

Many organisations struggle to deliver impact on their diversity and inclusion efforts. But not these four companies.