A four-day week won't rectify our poor relationship with work

Calls for a shorter working week signal a poor relationship with work. Let's tackle the root causes of this.

Managers' skills don't meet employee expectations

Two fifths (40%) of UK employees do not believe their manager has had sufficient training, or the right skills, to perform their role, research published on 5 September by wellbeing platform Unmind...

HR: Don’t forget about intuition

Think of a time when it was hard to articulate why you were recommending a solution. You just knew it was the right approach to take. As we develop in our careers, we learn to trust the need to...

Lessons HR can learn from a gender-balanced parliament  

The 2024 UK general election returned the highest number and proportion of female MPs ever recorded: 263 (40%) of the 650 MPs are women, up from 220 in 2019 (+43).

A sure way to kick-start productivity

Economic growth and productivity is the target of the new government. But how can we achieve that in our very different post-Covid world of work?

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Unlocking leadership moments that matter

Leaders today face critical moments that demand adaptability and strategic insight. Understanding and maximising these moments is crucial for keeping employees engaged, fostering curiosity and...

Up the corporate ladder: strategies for boosting internal mobility

Internal mobility is the ideal for companies and employees alike: it improves retention, career satisfaction and overall productivity, which begs the question, why can it seem so difficult to...

Biden withdraws: When is the right time to step down or retire?

Current US president Joe Biden has ended his re-election campaign, dropping out of the presidential race after concerns over his age and proficiency to run the country.

Three reasons why interim leaders can help HR drive change out of a crisis 

Following a series of leadership departures and absences, the Post Office has decided to make short-term hires in key positions. Why?

Servant leadership can help deliver high-performing workplaces

The term 'service' has become something of a buzzword in the general election campaign. But how can we authentically embody the principles of service?

Best of HR books: June 2024

We delve into the latest book releases for HR professionals.