Soft skills
Harassment | Hands off: The boundaries of physical contact in the workplace
In this video we'll look at the boundaries, challenges and behaviours of male and female physical interaction....
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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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Another path | Are degrees still worth it? 90% of employers have changed their requirements
This article discusses wether degrees, higher education or apprenticeships are the best viable option...
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Anti-procrastination café | Could this quirky remote working business save productivity?
This article on an 'anti-procrastination cafe' in Japan talks about engagement, productivity and busting...
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'People are struggling' | The biggest challenges leaders are facing - and how to solve them
There's no shortage of challenges facing today's business leaders. It's no surprise then, that...
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This Morning and ITV | Navigating a toxic workplace when you're in HR will never be easy
Often, the first time anyone in HR hears about a part of their company culture being described as 'toxic'...
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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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Me, me, me? | Using social media and LinkedIn for personal branding when you're in HR
If being a thoughtleader on social media and LinkedIn one of your goals, there are clear ways to go about...
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Beyond the bar | How to make work events more meaningful
How to make your work event, away-day or get-together more meaningful and mindful without it revolving...
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Keep calm and carry on? | As Wilko faces collapse, how to address staff and managers' concerns
High Street retailer Wilko has filed for administration, with news reports charting the possible store...
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Cost-of-living crisis | How HR can help employees' mental health amid financial worries
What can HR do to boost worker wellbeing when costs keep rising?
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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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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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Barbie and HR | Lessons in leadership from the original 'girl boss'
If you haven't seen any of the preview to the Barbie movie, we're not sure where you've been...
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Experience matters | Why we should be banking on later life career changes in the war for talent
As headlines about the talent crisis have slowed, you'd be forgiven for thinking that the UK's talent...
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Cost of living crisis | Is it ever OK for staff to have a side hustle or second job?
From an Etsy craft project to a full-blown business, many staff at all levels have something that could...
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Harassment or free speech? | Recent legal battles highlight need for urgent workplace D&I training
Recent legal cases have highlighted the complexities surrounding conflicting views and the imperative...
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Essential learning | Why upskilling your staff is more urgent than ever right now
The importance of upskilling employees has never been more critical. As industries undergo profound transformations,...
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Tik Tok & Talent | Using the social media platform to find and retain new staff is a no-brainer - here's why
The days of TikTok being solely a platform for dance videos and daft dog reels are long over...
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'Threads' | Leaders don't need another social media platform - we need to use what we DO have in a better way
Another day, another social media platform has launched...
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