What are the right things for HR to be doing right now? This is the question posed in a recent article by leadership consultancy Egon Zehnder, who asked some of the world’s most admired companies what was top of their […]
Management behaviour is at the root of increasing stress levels in the workplace, according to new research out this week. In the MetLife Employee Benefits survey, 69% of employees said the behaviour of bosses is leading to increased sickness absence […]
Millennial workers generally get pretty bad press. They’re accused of being disloyal, self-centred and lacking in respect for their managers. They want constant praise and quick promotion – and if they don’t get it, they’ll be off to the next […]
The implications of the Brexit vote are sinking in, and HR are faced with a new set of challenges, not least how to address the very real concerns of EU (or more accurately, EEA) nationals working in the UK, and […]
There has never been a better time to be in HR. The vital role that good people management plays in business success now clearly acknowledged. As an HR practitioner, you form the vital link between the aspirations of the company […]
According to press reports, British Airways has found itself in hot water this week, with the introduction of a new performance management system sparking threats of industrial action from staff. Employees are pushing back against the new process, which reportedly […]
There’s no doubt that HR is often overlooked when it comes to making key business decisions. Practitioners usually only hear of new initiatives when they need to put policies and resources in place to support them. If HR is to improve […]
At some point, most HR people have probably had to have a difficult conversation with an angry employee. Sadly, the office can be a breeding ground for resentment and pent-up fury. People feel they are being treated unfairly; colleagues aren’t pulling their weight; they’re […]
It’s been a bumpy few days for UK plc as the political and economic fallout from Brexit continues unabated. It’s not an exaggeration to say the business world is in shock. According to a report in People Management, only 5% of […]
Well-being is definitely a hot topic in HR circles at the moment. It’s the ‘must go to’ talk on the conference circuit, while the professional press is full of articles looking at how organisations are investing in everything from mindfulness […]
Tips for getting the most out of the CIPD HR software show in summary In this blog, we provide valuable tips for attendees of the CIPD HR Software Show, providing insights on maximising the event’s benefits. It highlights key areas […]
Mention the word ‘courage’ and the image that springs to mind is typically the hero fireman rescuing the child from the burning building, or the intrepid adventurer scaling the heights of majestic mountains. But according to a fascinating talk at […]
