The rise of the single sector CEO

CEOs who have always worked in the same sector are increasingly sought by CEO selection panels, research has found.

Networking should be ‘purposeful’, advises charity sector HRD

Collaborating with competitors to achieve a shared purpose can bring internal and external benefits to HR leaders, according to Angela Beerman, director of HR and OD at international development...

Organisations facing leadership ‘capability gap’

Organisations are facing a leadership “capability gap” and cite leadership as one of their biggest challenges, according to research by Deloitte.

Business leaders unable to collaborate effectively

A third of HR executives (32%) say they would replace members of their leadership team at the first opportunity, a survey by global member-based advisory company CEB has found.

HR professionals missing out on leadership development

HR professionals are missing out on leadership development opportunities, with 47% of companies not offering leadership programmes to members of the HR function, according to Korn Ferry.

What every HRD should know about board governance

A place at the boardroom table has long been seen as the ultimate goal for HR professionals. The reality is that they are less likely to do this in their own organisation, but have an increasing...

HR Most Influential 2015: Embracing leadership roles

This year is the 10th anniversary of HR magazine’s HR Most Influential ranking, the definitive annual list that celebrates the most influential players in the field of people strategy.

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Trust is key to good leadership

Declining levels of trust in society show that we are not relating to each other in the right way.

Creating collaborative leaders

Innovation relies on collaboration, which needs a leader who can nurture talent

Identify those with gravitas to increase boardroom diversity

In all the discussion around the lack of diversity in Britain’s boardrooms, there has been little mention of gravitas. Although a critical skill at senior levels, there is still a perception that it...

How are you developing your leaders for future change?

HR magazine, in partnership with Hay Group, wants to know how you are developing your leaders for future change.

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How can HR partner more effectively with the C-suite?

The strategic role of HR is a topic that’s rarely off the agenda. Recent research from Cirrus and Ipsos MORI provides some insights into what the C-suite wants from HR leaders – as well as...