The business cost of DEI fatigue: Why leaders can’t afford to give up on workplace diversity
To mark Race Equality Week (3-9 February), Raj Tulsiani, CEO of Green Park, urges leaders not to use DEI fatigue as an excuse to pull back on inclusion efforts.
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.
WFH under scrutiny: What does ‘Proper Work’ mean to Ex-M&S boss?
Another jab has been made at remote workers; this time from former M&S boss Lord Stuart Rose. To better understand why some leaders desire a full return to the office, we delve into their inner psyche to explore trust and control issues, and nostalgia for the ‘good old days’.
Josh Bersin returns to HR Tech Europe 2025
Global industry analyst Josh Bersin will kick off HR Tech Europe with an opening keynote on the AI era. Taking place on 4-5 March 2024 at RAI Amsterdam, this event is a must-attend for HR executives.
Bruce Daisley’s takeaways on 2025 workplace culture trends
What culture trends should we expect to see in the year ahead? In an interview with Bruce Daisley, podcast host of Eat Work Sleep Repeat, we sense check key predictions posed by HR thought leaders, research bodies and tech vendors.
Performance Improvement Plans: A guide to acting compliantly in the face of underperformance
A social media producer was recently awarded 22k at an employment tribunal after being sacked for not meeting performance standards. Serving as a reminder of the need for fair procedures, this guide outlines how employers can act compliantly when dealing with underperforming employees.
Five ways to sabotage relationships at work
Good relationships enrich the workplace and help us get things done. But human connections are fragile and common behaviours harm our efforts to build trust. Quentin Millington of Marble Brook examines how we wreck, and how we might protect, our workplace relationships.
Lack of infertility policies jeopardise employee retention
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) has warned that employers could risk staff quitting if infertility policies are not implemented. Here, we examine what a robust infertility policy includes.
How to reverse the Gen Z trend of ‘conscious unbossing’
Research from Robert Walters finds over half of Gen Z professionals in the UK don’t want to take on a middle-management role. How can organisations reverse this ‘conscious unbossing’ trend?
Management training in 2025: Two in five employees doubt their manager’s capability
Research from Unmind reveals both managers and employees perceive a significant skills gap among team leaders. Here, we identify the top management training needs for 2025, focusing on mental health support and fostering trust.
UK productivity is at a crossroads
UK economic inactivity has been making headline news since the pandemic. This life-changing outbreak in 2020 is often pinpointed as a key turning point at which our nation’s productivity problem came sharply into focus, alongside the nation’s declining health.
The Traitors: Unveiling the dark side of workplace dynamics
The latest season of The Traitors has been a welcome distraction from our January Blues. But what does it teach us about the dark side of relationship dynamics?
What is ‘everyday experimentation’ and why is it important at work?
Here, we explore why a culture of experimentation is so critical to success, outlining simple steps that organisations and teams can take to achieve it.
Stop the drop: Proven tips to boost productivity at work
With boosting productivity a key priority for business and government, here are three tips for getting the most out of your people in the workplace.
HR’s role in making Britain an AI superpower
The UK Government has announced plans to make the UK a global AI superpower. How realistic is this vision? And what are the challenges and opportunities for HR?
Five tips to get staff active: The mental benefits of physical activity
We dig into the connections between physical activity and mental health and offer workplace-friendly tips to get staff active.
What employment law changes are coming in 2025?
As we head into 2025, Kate Palmer, Employment Services Director at Peninsula, highlights key updates for HR professionals to be aware of throughout the year.
Five critical mistakes to watch for in underperforming leaders
Leadership expert Nik Kinley identifies five commonly overlooked areas when assessing leadership performance. Learn how HR can address these issues to help leaders, their teams and the wider organisation thrive.
Can the office pay in 2025?
Pre-pandemic office setups will be a poor investment for organisations in 2025. Employers looking to encourage more in-person working should consider redesigning their workspaces to offer amenity-rich and purpose-led environments.
Does Meta and Amazon’s diversity rollback signal the death of DEI?
News of Meta and Amazon scaling back their diversity programmes has reignited global debate on the value of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Is this growing trend signaling the end of corporate DEI?
