Women’s career progression: how to address the barriers and accelerate progress
Gender pay gaps are getting increased media attention. But the issue is not just a pay one – it’s one of women’s representation at all levels in an organisation and their career journey. Many companies are struggling to affect sustainable change with regards to women’s progression, even with multiple well-intended initiatives aimed at supporting women moving up […]
Why diverse groups help leaders avoid complacency
When it comes to truly embracing diversity, one of the first and most stubborn of obstacles is our own bias. If you have a brain, you are biased. It’s an uncomfortable truth: our brains lead us to bias. They are brilliant in many ways but we are confronted with tens of thousands of decisions every […]
Book review: Revolution in a Heartbeat
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How to get your new HR system off to a flying start
So, your new HR system is up and running – but people are still insisting on phoning HR to find out how much holiday they’ve got left and sticking like glue to the manual processes the system was supposed to replace… It’s a common problem. Organisations assume that just because they’ve got a system in place, […]
How to give praise – a 4 step process
Part of every manager’s job is to highlight what is unsatisfactory in a person’s performance – and to help them to resolve the issue. But feedback must be fair, and if managers deliver only negative feedback, employees can lose confidence, become defensive – and even consider moving job. Think about it. Do you perform better […]
GDPR compliance: taking a three-pronged approach
Jan Van Vliet, VP and GM, EMEA at Digital Guardian, discusses how businesses struggling with the GDPR legislation can get ahead by adopting a more consistent approach to compliance. The forthcoming EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the largest overhaul of data protection legislation in nearly 20 years. Set to come into force on 25th […]
UK productivity: HR need to be praised for the boost
The latest economic figures show that productivity has risen at its fastest rate for the past six years, but what is really behind this jump? Gary Cattermole, Director, The Survey Initiative, believes that it’s thanks to HRs and it’s about time they got a well -deserved pat on the back. He explains… I read with […]
Back in the Business: Better BAU
In our 12-part series, Kate Wadia – Managing Director at Phase 3 Consulting – guides the HR professional through how to navigate, succeed and lead with HR tech project-work. From the inception of the business case to the handover into BAU, we’ll follow an indicative project timeframe to explain the way and the why of a project step-by- step, […]
Smooth HR technology projects: recap of 12-part series
In our 12-part series, Kate Wadia – Managing Director at Phase 3 Consulting – guides the HR professional through how to navigate, succeed and lead with HR tech project-work. From the inception of the business case to the handover into BAU, we’ll follow an indicative project timeframe to explain the way and the why of a project step-by- step, […]
What’s next for disability and technology in the modern workplace?
Technology is advancing at lightning speed. But are HR managers and those involved in the recruitment and career advancement process taking advantage of the benefits that this may bring with regard to disabled talent? The role that technology plays in the workplace in the UK cannot be overestimated and this is a massive opportunity for […]
Book review: My 10 strategies for integrative coaching
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Spiritual wellbeing at work: how to do it right
Today, more people are finding inspiration and fulfilment in their jobs by bringing their spirituality into the workplace. The nature and meaning of work are undergoing a profound evolution. And the emergence of spirituality in the workplace points to the desire that there be more to work than just survival. We yearn for work to […]
How recognition can build a strong and meaningful connection with employees
Regardless of industry, geography or company size, for a business to succeed, connection is absolutely key. As research professor and author Brené Brown says, “Connection is the energy that is created between people when they are seen, heard and valued.” But, according to new research from global employee engagement company Reward Gateway, the UK workforce […]
Want to remain competitive? Think about diversity
There are many factors that affect a company’s profit, but diversity may not be the one that springs to mind. Business leaders are seeking out different ways to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce. It’s fair, it’s the right thing to do and it’s better for company culture. But, there’s strong evidence to suggest that […]
The power of internal networks: focus on Armed Forces Networks
Creating channels for staff to connect with other employees across the organisation has proved to be a source of real value. But some businesses are taking this further. Some organisations are investing in an internal network with a strategic purpose such as bridging skills gaps, nurturing diversity and inclusion, boosting talent acquisition and retention and increasing employee […]
How companies must approach sexual harassment in 2018
There’s so much rich insight coming out of the academic sector that HR professionals need to know. At Academics’ Corner we feature the best HR researchers that tell you what they’ve found and what you need to do differently on the back of the research. Get connected to the academic sector through Academics’ Corner and […]
Employee experience: the evolution of people analytics?
People analytics is morphing from an HR-led function to a top-down business-led function, otherwise known as employee experience, explains Andrew Woolnough, Director of HR Solutions at Equiniti. The use of people analytics is growing as companies realise the capabilities required in terms of HR technology, tools and analytics expertise. But what started out as an […]
GDPR: your HR questions answered
With the GDPR deadline fast approaching, HRZone asked ADP Chief Privacy Officer, Cécile Georges, to answer some key HR-related questions about this new regulation. How does GDPR impact businesses? If your organisation does business in the EU or handles EU residents’ personal data, regardless of whether or not your business is located in the EU, then […]
Why HR needs to up its game in strategic people analytics
HR is not yet using people analytics to improve business outcomes, argues workforce analytics advisor Max Blumberg. How can we address this? With better education. While people analytics use has increased dramatically over the past three years, its focus – for the most part – still lies in tactical operational activities such as employee retention and recruitment. […]
Viral-friendly engagement: a guide for HR
A recent article from BBC Capital proposed that Generation Z are now the youngest generation in the workforce, the oldest of this generation typically being 22 years old. It suggests that they are set to redefine the workplace due to their natural inclination to technology, however I believe many organisations are already years ahead with […]