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.
New year, new HR policies: A guide to updating your people framework
HR policies are not ‘one and done’ documents; they are living guidelines that should be updated as work evolves. To kick start 2024, Kelly Tucker, Managing Director at HR Star, outlines how to refine your people framework to remain relevant.
Four worrying signals for organisations in 2024
What is already going awry in the world of HR as we kick off 2024? Leadership and change expert Blaire Palmer shares her big concerns and challenges leaders to tackle the big issues head-on.
‘Rust out’ vs Burnout: What is the difference?
Today marks Blue Monday – a day labelled the most depressing of the year. Psychologist and mental health expert Dr Audrey Tang lays out the signs and differences between burnout and companion term ‘rust out’, alongside how to address these issues.
Humour: A must-have quality in the new era of work?
Recruiters don’t specify a sense of humour in job descriptions, but should they?
Burning out of control: Are line managers in crisis?
Each New Year offers a chance to reflect on the one gone by, and 2023 has certainly been a chaotic and uncertain one. Although there are positive signs for the year ahead, we aren’t out of the woods just yet – especially for employees in the UK. In fact, the British Chamber of Commerce recently […]
A Christmas survival guide for jaded HR professionals
Tips to help jaded HR folk survive and thrive through the holiday season.
HR lessons from McDonald’s bullying and harassment scandal
What can HR leaders take away from this sad story to inform their actions?
What is workplace gaslighting and how can you spot the signs?
Gaslighting is an insidiously toxic behaviour that organisations must factor into anti-bullying workplace strategies.
If you’re talking about wellbeing, you’re having the wrong conversation
Employee wellbeing may be a hot topic at the moment, but the need for programmes and policies often highlights underlying deficiencies within an organisation.
Making a modern-day Christmas story more inclusive
HR should lead the way in showing compassion in the workplace towards those for whom Christmas can be a challenging time.
Seven ways to protect mental health and morale during the festive season
The festive season is not all fun. For many, this time of the year can significantly impact mental health and motivation levels.
HRZone’s 15 most popular articles of 2023
Which issues mattered most to your HR peers in 2023?
What HR needs to consider when organising work Christmas parties
Did you know that corporate events – such as a Christmas party – are considered an extension of the workplace?
Did your 2023 work predictions come true?
As we head towards the end of the year, nine HRZone writers candidly reflect on the accuracy of their crystal-ball gazing.
Navigating the Autumn Statement changes: Practical advice for HR professionals
Practical advice for HR professionals to adapt swiftly to Autumn Statement changes.
Workaholism, health and strategies to break away from unhealthy patterns
Workaholism has severe implications for a person’s health and wellbeing and has a high risk of resulting in burnout.
Interview: Wizdom Powell, Chief Purpose Officer, Headspace explores men’s mental health
We interviewed Wizdom Powell, Chief Purpose Officer, Headspace about poor male mental health, particularly among the black population.
Sexual harassment at work: Watered-down Worker Protection Bill passes Parliament
Despite its dilution, a new bill has been passed giving employers greater responsibilities for sexual harassment at work
Parental coaching: How to support expectant parents at work
How parental coaching can help parents successfully transition into parenthood while maintaining their career development.