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Erika Lucas

Writer and Communications Consultant

Erika Lucas is a writer and communications consultant with a special interest in HR, leadership, management and personal development. Her career has spanned journalism and PR, with previous roles in regional press, BBC Radio, PR consultancy, charities and business schools.

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Why SMEs need to think about succession

The World Athletics Championship has brought the subject of succession planning into sharp focus, with some big names bowing out and several up-and-coming competitors finishing higher than ranked or expected. The resulting debate about the need to ensure a strong […]

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Top holiday reads for HR

My social media feed this week has been full of people seeking suggestions for holiday reading. No doubt you’ve already downloaded the latest blockbuster onto your Kindle (or if you’re old-school like me, you’ve been to Waterstones). But what about […]

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