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Factories & sweatshops | How overseas worker exploitation influences HR at home
In a recent exclusive from the Guardian that revealed the poor work environments of employees being contracted...
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Unconscious bias | We need to redefine what it means to be a 'professional woman'
For generations there has been a prescribed beauty standard thrust on women. Today, wearing make-up,...
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'Monk mode' | Why this emerging trend may be the future of productivity
This article discusses techniques for engagement and productivity, whilst doing away with common distractions....
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Connection, culture & ESG | 5 HR lessons from iconic actor Kevin Bacon at Insights '23
This article discusses ESG, workplace connection and the responsibility of senior leaders to create a...
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'Grumpy Staying' | Exploring the latest HR buzzword
A new trend has emerged, particularly amongst younger generations, where instead of choosing to hand...
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From leaving gifts to parties | How do you give a departing colleague a proper send-off?
When in the process of leaving an organisation, goodbyes are made, handovers are due, and often, leaving...
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McKinsey research | Why poor management is stunting engagement
Today, employee experience is as important as customer or client experience. A recent survey from McKinsey...
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Wellbeing index | New research reveals UK as a top European country for work-life balance
This article talks about work-life balance and how effective UK businesses are at avoiding burnout.
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GBBO | Alison Hammond is the newest Bake Off host and there's plenty HR can learn
Preparation is key when a new member of staff is joining, especially in the leadership team...
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Party animal | If the boss loves to party, is it an issue?
As managers are the ambassadors of HR policy, a 'party animal' boss can often cause an air of pressure...
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Future now | New AI promises to 'go to boring meetings for you', is this too far?
This article discusses emerging AI technology and how it promises to interact with our working lives....
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Turning a blind eye? | Russell Brand - Have TV bosses failed in their duty of care again?
This article explores recent allegations of sexual assault against Russell Brand, and how HR might have...
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TikTok trend | How HR can avoid losing staff to the 'September Surge'
This feature explores the 'September Surge' trend in more detail and what HR leaders can do to negate...
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Staff surveillance | Firms increase staff monitoring - will workers have to choose between this and the office?
The pandemic saw employers being forced to trust their workforce in an unprecedented way. But increasingly,...
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Relationship building | 3 keys to nurturing meaningful connections with colleagues
This article discusses the value of cultivating work relationships and how to maintain them.
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Wilko | Five things to never say to someone going through redundancy
'It was the best thing that ever happened to me' doesn't help someone who is about to lose their job....
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Explained | The 5 keys to enhancing employee experience
This article discusses the keys to getting employee recognition right, and how to sustainably engage...
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Age diversity | Does our age determine our approach to work?
When we think about diversity and inclusion efforts, diversity of age often gets forgotten. Maybe it's...
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Autocratic leadership? | Amazon CEO gives workforce ultimatum, but good employees can't be replaced
In a recent event in the Amazon saga, CEO Andy Jassy has come under scrutiny for telling his workforce,...
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Video feature | Why emotional intelligence is essential in the workplace
In this edition of the top five, we explore emotional intelligence; what it is, why it's important,...
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