Why generational stereotypes are a leadership blind spot

With the arrival of Generation Beta, today’s youngest cohort born in 2025, we’re seeing a familiar cycle repeat: sweeping predictions from business leaders about workplace behaviours, before these...

How can HR support new C-suite leaders?

The CEO of homeware chain Dunelm has announced his retirement from the role, after seven years.

HR must be entrepreneurial to achieve future success

The future of sustainable organisational growth and success lies in entrepreneurial leadership, powered by entrepreneurial HR.

The HR Most Influential Podcast 4.3: Defending the profession

David Blackburn, award-winning CPO, consultant and 2024's second Most Influential Practitioner joins the podcast to discuss the criticisms directed at HR in the UK media.

Podcast

Starmer accused of being an ‘HR manager not a leader’

Multiple HR practitioners have argued that the HR function has valid leadership and business credentials, after prime minister Kier Starmer was allegedly accused of being an “HR manager", not a...

News

How can HR support retention in the C-suite?

Fewer CEOs in FTSE 100 companies left their organisations in 2024 than in 2023, according to data from leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates. How can HR support improved retention...

“Clear” culture of racism at Al Fayed’s Harrods, ex-staff say

Former staff employed during Mohamed Al Fayed’s ownership of Harrods have claimed there was a culture of racism, BBC News reported on 9 January.

Musk calls for Farage to be replaced as Reform UK leader

As Elon Musk called for Nigel Farage to be replaced as leader of the political party Reform UK, we asked HR commentators how leaders can best handle critical feedback. 

How to harness the power of nature to transform your work culture

Especially at this dreary time of year, employees need encouragement to get outside. It’s time for HR to lead by example.

Expectations of leaders are changing – how will you respond?

The workplace is changing. Our approach to leadership must evolve as their roles become more complex and demanding.

How to stop toxic leaders' impact on culture

The coverage of allegations against Gregg Wallace has been a stark reminder of one of the most important and difficult distinctions every HR leader needs to make when trying to navigate and prevent...

"Minority leaders face harsher judgments"

Research suggests that white leaders are treated more leniently.