Trust, creativity and the bonds AI can’t replace

Algorithms excel at efficiency, but can they replace the human bonds that spark original ideas and give organisations competitive edge? Sanjay Lobo MBE, CEO and Founder of OnHand, believes not. Here, he explores the hidden cost of AI’s rapid advance – the erosion of workplace relationships that drive trust, creativity and innovation.

How HR can disrupt the drama triangle

One in four UK employees face workplace conflict, often trapped in the destructive Drama Triangle of Victim, Rescuer, and Persecutor roles. Conflict specialist Jane Gunn reveals how HR professionals can recognise these damaging patterns and guide teams towards the healthier Empowerment Dynamic that builds trust and transforms workplace culture.

Rethink performance: How overdone strengths cause teams to fail

lion lying on brown grass field during sunset

The usual narrative on performance fails to account for the contexts in which people work, and results in unnecessary conflict and blame. Quentin Millington of Marble Brook looks beyond ‘development areas’ toward ‘overdone strengths’, to reveal how HR can shift the conversation for the benefit of all.

The science behind what makes or breaks a team

men rowing boat

Teams don’t fail because they lack talent – they fail because of invisible choices made every day. From the split-second decision to speak up or stay silent, to whether someone steps forward or holds back. Here, Perry Timms and Kirsten Buck of PTHR reveal the science behind what really drives team success.

Leadership’s role in organisational resilience

selective focus of green cacti: Resilient

Investing in the resilience of leaders is a strategic move that can yield significant returns for any organisation. When leaders are resilient, they can inspire and lead their teams through any challenge, ensuring the organisation not only survives but thrives.