Strategy | The Manager Squeeze: A HR Risk Hiding in Plain Sight

The biggest risk to people strategy right now may not be policy, technology or even engagement, it may be the growing pressure on those line managers expected to translate it all into everyday working life.

Line managers are often the pressure point through which many workplace challenges flow. They are expected to improve productivity, support wellbeing, embed new technology, manage flexible working, handle performance conversations and apply employment policies fairly. Often with limited time, training or confidence.