Communication

Relationship building tops LinkedIn's fasting growing skills list

Relationship building is the most in-demand skill in today's workplace, according to LinkedIn's latest research, despite growing concerns that AI will replace human skills.

How personalised communication fuels trust and innovation

Tailoring communication can help managers inspire their workforce to navigate their own path to success.

Middle management is the crucial communication link

Despite their important role in translating strategy into action, middle managers are frequently the weakest link in communication.

How to maintain employee satisfaction during a crisis

It is unsurprising that employees are becoming increasingly concerned about work-related crises. 

From burnout to balance: How communication skills transform workplace stress

Workplace stress is something almost all of us feel. While awareness of mental health issues has grown in recent years, the impact of stress at work remains a major problem.

Harris-Trump debate: How HR can support good communication

As commentators argue over who won the Harris-Trump US presidential debate this week, we asked: how can HR leaders encourage good communication skills?

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...

"HR needs a PR makeover – here's what we should do about it"

If HR is to succeed, we need to find a way to meet our detractors and build employee trust.

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...

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.

Brewdog fires Asian employee who swore after finding EDL in bar

Representatives of the hospitality business Brewdog fired an Asian employee who expressed concern when she found members of the English Defence League (EDL) meeting in the bar she worked in, the...