How to make the Worker Protection Act work for you

The introduction of the Worker Protection Act is an opportunity for HR to take action on sexual harassment in the workplace and shape a better company culture.
Home, office or hybrid? You’re asking the wrong question

It seems there is no correct answer to which type of working is optimal. So, how can managers navigate a seemingly ever-changing landscape and position their teams and organisations for success?
How to govern and support culture from the boardroom

Barely a week goes by without a news story revealing another workplace cultural crisis, so why aren’t cultural issues being spotted by governing boards before they become toxic?
Winners announced for Culture Pioneer Awards 2023

The time has finally arrived for us to reveal the winners of our 2023 Culture Pioneer Awards. Find out who went home with the trophies for their exceptional achievements in organisational culture change…
How much do you really know about Evidence-Based HR?

You’ve probably heard of Evidence-Based HR (EBHR). But do you really know what it is and how it can be harnessed to enhance the effectiveness of HR? Let’s put your knowledge to the test!
How HR can bridge the workplace empathy gap

HR can operate as a bridge between leadership and their people but this depends on the ability to productively harness data. How can HR ensure it has a firm grasp on data to effectively advocate for necessary changes?
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.
Why better questions mean better performance

When it comes to performance management, it’s time we swap ticking boxes with talking to a human being. By enabling fruitful conversations, we can secure better outcomes for individuals and our organisation.
How to take responsibility for your failures

Owning up to your faux pas is daunting, but necessary if you want to cultivate a transparent, safe-to-fail company culture. Thom Dennis, CEO of Serenity in Leadership, explores how to acknowledge your blunders with dignity.
Leading ethically but how? A robust guide

Where we could spend hours talking about leading ethically (conceptual), how do we actually do it (experiential) and how do we know we’re leading ethically? Karen Liebenguth shares a robust guide for leaders who want to lead with wisdom and compassion.
Three steps to nurturing straight-talking managers

Is hybrid really the reason some teams are struggling with productivity and performance? Or is this a distraction from a time-old problem of poor management?
The RAF’S latest assault: Sexual harassment is not the problem – systemic misogyny is.

Following the latest case of sexual harassment, where a culture of predatory behaviour towards women in the RAF’s Red Arrows has been unearthed, Deborah Hartung reports…
Helping your bosses build their six-pack

What have six packs got to do with being a great leader? HR expert Debra Corey muscles in to share her thoughts.
Leadership development: Moving from good to great

What can be done to transform your leadership programmes from good to great and shift the performance dial? Organisational development experts Dani Bacon and Garin Rouch provide crucial answers.
Post Office Horizon scandal: How to ensure your organisation isn’t in the next ITV drama series

The Post Office Horizon scandal continues to make headlines. What can HR professionals learn from this deeply unethical corporate history? Culture expert Deborah Hartung shares practical lessons on how to avoid your organisation being the plotline of the next ITV drama.
How to know if your culture needs work

We know that workplace culture has a defining impact on strategy delivery, but how do you know if your culture is hindering performance so much that it needs investment and focus? Is an engagement survey enough to read the signs?
Fearful leaders are causing a £2.2 billion drop in UK productivity

The UK is experiencing a productivity crisis and the problem lies in fearful leaders, argues executive coach Margot Faraci. So what’s the antidote?
10 managerial blunders to avoid in 2024

To kick off 2024 with intent, leadership specialist Thom Dennis lays out the top ten leadership blunders to steer clear of as we move through the new year.
12 HR and work predictions for 2024

What lies ahead for HR and the worksphere in 2024? We bring you predictions from experts in wellbeing, leadership, culture and transformational HR.
Getting a seat for talent transformation at the (boardroom) table

Discover how HR professionals in SMBs can get management or C-suite sponsorship for talent transformation projects.