Money versus people, the conflict ChatGPT cannot resolve
As OpenAI restructures to chase profits, raising doubts about the firm’s commitment to AI for the benefit of all, we see writ large the unremitting conflict between self-interest and stakeholder value. Quentin Millington of Marble Brook makes sense of the complex dynamic, offering ideas to quieten this near-universal distraction from good work.
Have better impact: Three imperatives for thoughtful leaders
Through work, we all have an impact on colleagues, customers or society. How can we ensure we use this power to good effect? Quentin Millington of Marble Brook looks at the value of being ’thoughtful’, and what three central imperatives of thoughtfulness mean in practice.
HR lags behind other functions in AI revolution
McKinsey research on AI adoption shows HR lags behind other functions. In response, David Liddle, CEO of The TCM Group, urges the profession to welcome AI as its co-pilot or risk becoming an administrative department.
Christmas survival tips for jaded HR professionals
Tips to help jaded HR folk survive and thrive through the holiday season.
HRZone’s 2024 most popular reads
What caught your attention in the 2024 HR sphere? It’s time to reveal our 12 most popular reads on HRZone…
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.
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.
Leadership’s role in organisational resilience
Investing in the resilience of leaders is a strategic move that can yield significant returns for any organisation. When leaders are resilient, they can inspire and lead their teams through any challenge, ensuring the organisation not only survives but thrives.
How to launch a career festival that drives organisational success
Hannah Gore shares learnings from her company’s Connect With Your Career festival, including key tips on how to make internal career events truly impactful and empowering.
Employment tribunal rules Apple employee unfairly dismissed
An employment tribunal has found Apple’s investigation to have significant deficiencies and has found it to have unfairly dismissed an employee over racial allegations and insensitive photos.
HMRC worker wins harassment claim over unwanted birthday card
An HMRC worker won a harassment case against her employer after being sent a birthday card and over 20 other total allegations of harassment.
LinkedIn mastery: Powerful strategies for HR leaders
To be recognised as an HR thought leader of true worth, an optimised LinkedIn profile is crucial. Here are tips for crafting and maintaining an impactful profile and presence.
Becoming agile and responsive in the age of ‘permavucalution’
Through effective workforce planning and development we can ensure we are continuously reflecting on our people’s capabilities. This will equip us to respond confidently and judiciously to present and future challenges.
Ensuring HR’s survival means changing our approach
In the context of dwindling resources and mounting pressure, how can the HR industry not just survive but thrive? Here are strategies for making an impact even in times of financial strain.
Follow your North Star: How a long term vision can keep leaders fulfilled
How to establish ‘North Star’ goals and why they are a solid foundation for leaders under pressure.
What does a great HR Business Partner look like?
The HR business partner role has been around since the mid 90s, but a lot has changed since then. What does a great HRBP look like today?
Five pitfalls of AI integration in HR and how to tackle them
Navigating the complexities of AI transformation requires HR practitioners to lead with awareness, transparency and a people-first approach.
How to handle applicants with a criminal past
Transparency, ability and open-mindedness are key when considering applicants with criminal convictions
Seven pitfalls to watch out for in your first organisational design
Setting your organisation on the path to success with effective organisational design.
Beyond the buzzwords – why fact must come first in HR decision making
Natalie Cramp explores why HR leaders should ignore the latest lingo and sharpen focus on data to bridge the growing employee-employer disconnect.