Out of office etiquette

The automatic out of office replies open up a can of worms when it comes to wording, tone and style. However, perhaps we should pay more attention to promoting a better work-life balance.

Outcome focus would help diversity, says ManpowerGroup VP

Companies can support women in senior roles by focusing on work outcomes over time spent in the office, according to ManpowerGroup executive VP, global strategy and talent Mara Swan.

Flexibility a vital ingredient for Wahaca co-founder

Masterchef winner and Wahaca co-founder Thomasina Miers see flexible working as key to the success of her restuarant chain.

Features

Flexible working: Finding the right balance

New flexible working legislation could radically change the world of business. But what are the challenges and opportunities for HR?

Six steps to getting flexible working right

Few organisations would claim they are always getting flexible working right, but the ones HR magazine approached are ahead of the curve. As the right to request flexible working now applies to all...

Making Veolia fit for the future

At environment services company Veolia, sustainability is core to every part of the business, even HR.

Why we need more than flexible working for a work – life balance

This month witnessed the passage of landmark legislation for UK employees and employers alike. On 30th June, the right to request flexible working was extended to include all UK employees - roughly 20...

Implications of open innovation trends for HR

Open innovation is changing how organisations think about the next big idea. But what are the implications for HR? Should the function get involved in the complex people management implications?

Open innovation: A brief history

The history and future impact of open innovation

Hot topic: How will flexible working changes affect HR? Part two

Legislation to allow all employees to request flexible working comes into effect on 30 June. With a record number of employees already working from home, do HR professionals appreciate the full impact...

Remote working can help introverts into the boardroom

The growing trend of employees working from home may lead to an increase in the number of introverts in top level roles, according to London Business School (LBS) director of learning solutions Adam...

Top Employers for Working Families Award winners announced

The winners of Working Families' Top Employers title have been announced at a ceremony in London.