Organisational Development
Wilko administration | HR's role in the complex emotions of redundancy
This article delves into the emotional side of redundancy, and HRs role in that. From the anger and fear...
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KPMG & REC report | Big drop in permanent hires as firms lose confidence in economy
The latest market report from KPMG & REC shows the impact that economic uncertainty is having on hiring...
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Cyber attacks | Electoral Commission hack puts focus on digital security
Following the news that hackers caused a major data breach at the Electoral Commission, we take a look...
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Not slowing down | 90-year-old worker shares insights from eight decades of employment
Britain's oldest worker still going strong at 90, join Vic as he discusses his outlook and perspectives...
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Middle management | Good leaders are more important than good companies to workers
Managers are often the closest or most meaningful relationship a worker will have, telling employees...
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Domino effect | How and why redundancies can trigger a torrent of resignations
Redundancies are an unfortunate fact of life, but by not considering the effects they have on remaining...
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IAG controversy | HR may be getting its view of productivity woefully wrong
What does a good employee look like? It's a complex question, and the answer may just make you reconsider...
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Workplace mental health | How to support better work, wealth and wellbeing for older workers
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) represents a rapidly growing area, but one aspect that hasn't...
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'An industry problem' | Does Aritzia's 'culture of fear' prove the fashion industry needs better HR?
Current and ex-staff from fashion company Aritzia allege the brand has an “exploitative” and “high-pressure”...
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News round-up | Three top stories you might have missed this week
Among the news, articles, posts and social feeds there are multiple stories that speak to HR. Breastfeeding...
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'Lazy girl' | Is this trend an empowering movement or are female workers taking the mick?
The term 'lazy girl' has been growing on social media, mostly to describe the way professional women...
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Hybrid headaches | Flexible working - is it still working?
More than eight in 10 firms have hybrid models in place, yet less than half of staff feel comfortable...
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Neutrality dilemma | How does HR avoid taking sides in the workplace?
Beth Samson, OD and People Lead at Investors in People offers her perspective on HR's neutrality in the...
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Climate catastrophe | Firms need to better prepare themselves against adverse weather
The news has been plastered with stories of the widespread wildfires which have blazed through Rhodes...
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'They think before they speak' | Are introverted leaders as effective as their extroverted peers?
In the working world, we have often associated extroverted attributes with someone who can competently...
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Stuart Broad retires | Managing morale when a key team member leaves
What impact does the departure of a long-term employee have on your workforce?
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esphr | Why investing in your line managers is critical to effective employee relations
Radical changes to working life over the past few years mean many organisations haven't had the bandwidth...
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Women's World Cup | Should you let staff work flexibly to watch football during work hours?
The 2023 Women's World Cup is now well under way, but with matches taking place during working hours,...
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Retirement poverty | Gen Z need financial education, and they need it now
Retirement planning has become a critical concern for younger generations...
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Employee wellbeing | The link between financial wellbeing and employee mental health
The CCLA's 2023 Corporate Mental Health Benchmark UK report sheds light on the changing work landscape...
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