The loneliness-conflict loop: How HR can break the cycle
The rise of social isolation among employees has coincided with another worrying trend – an increase in workplace conflict. How can HR leaders break this concerning cycle? Anna Shields, Director at Consensio, explores how emotional intelligence, manager training and early intervention can help teams reconnect, communicate better – and handle conflict with confidence.
AI in graduate recruitment: What HR leaders need to know
With AI-generated CVs flooding inboxes and graduates lacking key workplace skills, how can you spot real potential? Mark Griffith, Founder & CEO of FourthWall, shares why traditional hiring methods are falling short – and what you can do instead.
Ageism at work: Three ways to foster intergenerational inclusion
At work, do you actively seek the perspectives of colleagues significantly older or younger than you? Or do you naturally gravitate towards the opinions of those closer to your age? If it is the latter you are not alone. Here, David Bowes, Head of People at Insights, outlines the overlooked issue of ageism at work and offers three ways to champion intergenerational inclusion.
From automation to augmentation: Upskill your workforce for the AI era
As AI accelerates changes in the workplace, the risks of skills erosion and the need for complex resilience are growing fast. Professor Tom Calvard of the University of Edinburgh Business School examines the latest research, urging HR leaders to rethink how they support learning and development in an age of automation, augmentation and disruption.
Workplace stress and happy economics: Insights from one million employees revealed
Lord Mark Price, former MD of Waitrose and Founder of WorkL, examines data from over a million employees on the realities of workplace stress and why it’s the enemy of productivity and retention.
Stuck in a rut: How to make good decisions, fast
Decisions are the gateway from the present to the future, for organisations, teams and individual managers. In a complex and evolving world, we must be skilled at making sound choices. Quentin Millington of Marble Brook looks at why we get stuck in a rut, and offers practical ways to make good decisions at pace.
Global hiring trends: Update your workforce planning strategy
Struggling to keep pace with today’s fast-changing recruitment landscape? Ben Cohen from Deel outlines four hiring trends to pay attention to in 2025, and how to incorporate these into your workforce planning strategy.
The Parent Penalty: Upgrade your maternity and paternity policies or risk losing talent
New research reveals that a third of employers are not adequately supporting new parents. Leadership coach Blaire Palmer urges HR to reassess their parenthood offering or risk losing valuable talent.
What makes a great Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)?
From education to experience, global industry analyst Kathi Enderes explores The Josh Bersin Company’s latest research on senior HR roles, and what makes a high-performing CHRO.
We need to value our intrapreneurs now more than ever
Entrepreneurs often receive all the praise, while intrapreneurs offer similar value but go unrewarded. Behavioural neuroscientist Dr Lynda Shaw reveals the many talents of intrapreneurs and urges leaders to give them the attention they deserve.
#CareerTok trends: Five ways to get your company on Gen Z’s radar
New research shows Gen Z’s career mindset is shaped by TikTok career trends shared on #CareerTok. To attract the next generation of workers, organisations must throw away the recruitment rulebook and get innovative.
Emotional recession revealed: Key takeaways from State of the Heart’s study on emotional intelligence
State of the Heart’s annual research shows emotional intelligence has declined for the fourth consecutive year. Here, we explore what this means for the workplace, and how we can emerge from this emotional recession.
How to have great new year career conversations
It’s that time of the year when many look for a fresh career adventure, be that a project, promotion, secondment or a new role outside of your organisation. Dr Helmut Schuster and Dr David Oxley, Co authors of A Career Carol, offer four principles for how to have open, helpful career conversations with your people.
Seven ways to protect mental health and morale during the festive season
The festive season is not all fun. For many, this time of the year can significantly impact mental health and motivation levels.
Financial inclusion through earned wage access: Breaking down barriers
What you pay your employees has always been important. But now HOW you pay them is too. Learn more about earned wage access and how it offers financial inclusion and a lifeline to employees experiencing money troubles.
DEI fatigue: Why are we so tired of diversity, equity and inclusion?
DEI fatigue is on the rise within organisations. Discover the causes of it and how to combat it below.
Why talent acquisition needs to move from order taking to consultation
Are you perceived as an HR order taker? Shift to a consultative approach by adopting the three principles outlined in this article.
Fortifying your eLearning: How to select the right provider for secure LMS deployment
How can you ensure you select a secure LMS provider that’s right for your organisation? Michael Keller, Chief Product Officer at iSpring Solutions, shares a security checklist and key risk factors to pay attention to.
Why coaching is the answer to everything
Organisations today grapple with an ever-changing environment, hybrid and flexible working, multi-generational diverse workforces and growing levels of stress and burnout. Could coaching be the answer to all of these complexities?
Hushed hybrid: The ticking talent time bomb
Hushed hybrid is the latest pushback against rising return-to-office mandates. How should people professionals respond to this trend? Culture expert Deborah Hartung shares six ways to gain senior buy-in for greater flexibility.