HRZone’s 10 most popular reads of 2021

We reveal HRZone’s most-read content among the people profession in 2021.
Great expectations: Does the psychological contract still work?

Employee expectations have shifted along with organisational culture. What can HR do to ensure everyone understands the unwritten nuances?
Is trust your top priority? If not, it should be.

Jo Wright examines why trust is fundamental for organisational success and why encouraging the right conversations is so crucial.
Lessons from Netflix walkout following Dave Chappelle transphobia scandal

Trans activists share learning points for HR professionals after Netflix employees walk out following transphobic comments from Dave Chappelle.
2021 Culture Pioneers Awards winners revealed!

Following our Culture Pioneers Virtual Awards Show on 18th November, we can now reveal the winners for 2021
Remember, remember, the 20th of November

For Trans Day of Remembrance, Leng Montgomery shares some of his own experiences along with the work still to be done to support the trans community.
The gender pay gap: Three ways organisations can ensure equality for women leaders

Why are female directors being paid 73 per cent less than their male counterparts and what can your organisation do to help close the gender pay gap?
Sustainable capitalism: business as a force for positive change

A reimagined form of capitalism is changing the way we do business.
How to embed sustainability into your organisation’s culture

Tackling climate change is not just for multi-nationals and big brands. The business community, SMEs and start-ups must play their role too
What does COP26 mean to HR professionals?

What does COP26 mean and how can you use the conference as a catalyst for your business to drive action?
Challenging racism at work – ‘Not being racist’ is not enough

In celebration of Black History Month, Kayleigh Graham explores the need for diversity within business and how you can start to champion anti-racism.
Is your culture prepared for the ‘Day One’ flexible working rules?

Flexible working rules are to be made day-one under proposed legislation. Does this requires a culture change and what are implications for HR?
Best practice for supporting employees during menopause

As part of World Menopause Awareness Month, Maria Hoeritzauer examines the legal implications of employees going through the menopause.
Is the trend for company-wide mental health breaks futile?

Mandatory wellbeing leave makes great PR but is it really in the interests of the employees or simply an exercise in futility?
What if HR had an alternative role during Black History Month?

Shereen Daniels argues that businesses are missing an opportunity to do something meaningful during Black History Month.
Bridging the gap: Supporting menopausal women in the workplace

To mark World Menopause week, Helen Hughes offers actionable advice to HR professionals on supporting women experiencing the menopause.
Changing the Black History Month narrative for a better company culture

Dannique Blake explains how companies need to be using Black History Month as a benchmark for organisational change rather than another performance drive.
Meet the finalists for the Culture Pioneer of Innovation Award

The time has come for us to reveal the finalists for the Culture Pioneer of Innovation Award and share their inspirational stories!
Finalists for the 2021 Culture Pioneer Awards now revealed

The time has finally arrived for us to announce the finalists for this year’s Culture Pioneers Awards
Meet the finalists for the Culture Pioneer of Learning Award

With the finalists for the Culture Pioneer of Learning Award now revealed, we dive deeper into their achievements