Strategic HR

Psychometric data is being wasted

Psychometric data shouldn’t be consigned to HR files after recruitment, it’s a valuable source of insight that should be regularly revisited to build stronger teams, develop talent, and pinpoint...

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.

SheerLuxe slated for introducing AI "editor"

Fashion and lifestyle brand SheerLuxe has faced criticism on social media after introducing an artificial intelligence (AI) “editor” as a member of its team.

For real ESG change, we must empower employees

As environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities become increasingly important, leaders must create ESG champions in their organisations.

How can HR balance managers' and employees' mental health?

Managers are facing increased pressure as employees demand more support with their mental wellbeing, our commentator reported. We asked HR how to support managers with their own mental health while...

It's time to transform the HR business partner role

Now is the time to support HR business partners, and to strategically equip them for success.

One in 10 returns to work after retirement

More than one in 10 (11%) of people over 50 in the UK have returned to work after retiring, research from insurer Legal & General has shown.

HR Most Influential Podcast 3.5: Taking the pulse

Tiger de Souza, suicide prevention charity Samaritans' executive director of people and culture, joins the podcast to discuss how HR can consciously, intentionally build communication with its...

New episode: 'Taking the pulse' in a hybrid working age

A new episode of the HR Most Influential podcast has gone live, featuring Tiger de Souza, executive director of people and culture at suicide prevention charity Samaritans.

Why your workforce shouldn’t be a ‘family’

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky recently said he regretted referring to his workforce as a ‘family’ during the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Caring responsibilities impact over half of employees

Over half (51%) of employees reported that their career has been negatively impacted by caring responsibilities.

Take control of HR metrics 

As every HR professional will know, today’s tech-led software tools deliver a vast array of information.