How to turn managers into culture catalysts
Managers often feel powerless in effecting cultural change at work. David Liddle, CEO of the TCM Group, shares five practical ways managers can turn themselves in culture catalysts and make a lasting impact.
Equal Pay Day: Gender pay gap widens for first time in over a decade
This year, women will work for an extra five weeks to earn the same as their male counterparts. To mark 2024’s Equal Pay Day, reward specialist Holly Coe looks at the macro and local level changes required to close this widening gap.
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.
How to create a winning culture at Man Utd
Over the last 11 years, Man Utd football club has seriously underperformed against its peers and its own expectation. As its about to appoint a new manager, Andrew Loveless outlines how the club might finally create a winning culture (and why the same principles apply to organisational culture).
Winners announced for 2024 Culture Pioneer Awards
We can now reveal the winners of our 2024 Culture Pioneer Awards. Find out who bagged the trophies for their impressive impact in the workplace.
Disabled people predicted the future of work: It’s time to listen
The social model of disability offers a proven framework for HR teams to create inclusive workplaces by removing barriers rather than ‘fixing’ individuals: a practice long championed by disabled communities.
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.
Fifty per cent of employees don’t think shouting at work is bullying
Recent research from Wright Hassall shows 50% of employees don’t think shouting at work is bullying. Tina Chander, Head of Employment Law at Wright Hassall shares the latest findings and examines how employers can prevent this behaviour.
Difficult colleagues: Relationships with people who act badly
We all come across ‘difficult’ people at work. Some may simply have different motives, while others appear quite intractable. Quentin Millington of Marble Brook examines how to chip away at even the most stubborn problem, to secure cooperation and strengthen a relationship.
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.
Defusing tensions in the workplace
Worldwide conflict, political rifts, and uncertainties around employment and living expenses are reflected in the workplace. As a result, transforming the work environment from confrontational to cooperative becomes essential.
A black hole busting budget: but will it break the bank?
Following Labour’s first budget in 14 years, employers have tough decisions to make. David Browne, partner and head of employment at law firm, Shakespeare Martineau explores what the budget means for businesses.
Covert AI: How to tackle secret GenAI use at work
Your employees are using AI at work, whether or not you ‘allow’ them to. To tackle covert AI use, Alan Price urges employers to shift from resistance to purposeful adoption.
Next-level relationships: Reset the balance between burnt-out employees and coasting colleagues
How can leaders build transparent, inclusive, adult-to-adult relationships with their teams? How can they re-set the balance between overworked employees and their coasting colleagues? Culture expert Ella Overshott shares tips and candid opinion on building next-level relationships.
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?
Difficult colleagues: Relationships with people who think differently
Struggling to work with difficult people? Quentin Millington of Marble Brook explores the Strengths Deployment Inventory and why the problem so often lies in a clash of motives rather than toxic behaviours.
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.
Winter blues: Protecting mental health as the seasons change
Embrace the winter months ahead with practical tips and a cosy mindset. Nick Elston shares a guide to staying mentally strong and thriving through the seasonal shift.
