The problem with ‘agile working ‘
Agile working is the 21st century panacea that promises to support work-life balance while overcoming biases around flexible working. In ... View Article
Article by 30 May 2019
Gamification: Playing with the high impact method of learning
In the recent series of Across the Red Line on Radio 4, I introduced a” game” to the participants of ... View Article
Article by 29 May 2019
Reasons to Hire Temporary Talent
The universal law of business: If you want to be the best, you must hire the best. Which is probably why hiring is one of the most challenging processes in a business.
Article by 28 May 2019
How do you support a diverse and inclusive culture, practically?
We have known for some time diverse boards are better performing. One recent study found that diverse companies produce 19% more revenue. Diversity of thought leads to innovation and competitive advantage - that translates to the bottom line. We have also seen the rise in governance and regulatory requirements (e.g gender pay gap reporting) contributing to diversity and inclusion being a topic high on board agendas. All good news, awareness is rising!
Article by 23 May 2019
Turning the tide on presenteeism: how employers can combat the growing problem
British workers are taking fewer sick days than ever before. In 2017 this amounted to an average of 4.1 days ... View Article
Article by 22 May 2019
The risk of demographic generalisations and losing talent
With five generations in one workplace, regular changes to legislation and new company initiatives to implement, HR can be forgiven for potentially being seduced by the simplicity of generational demographics. Grouping employees by age, providing insight into the lives they are likely to have led to date and how it’s shaped their values and attitudes towards the workplace today, can create a useful snapshot into different demographics – helping to inform everything from individual employee communications to company-wide engagement schemes.
Article by 21 May 2019
Amazing Daily Habits That Will Improve Your Productiveness
Productivity is something that most people struggle with. However, there are some daily habits that you can form to help you be more productive. Check them out!
Article by 16 May 2019
Menopause in the workplace – supporting your people
Menopause in the workplace is a subject that has of late received increasing attention. Employers of all sizes are starting to realise that this is a significant issue for many of the people that work for them. Earlier this year the CIPD produced detailed guidance to help organisations and people professionals address the challenges of menopause in the workplace.
Article by 15 May 2019
‘The silent epidemic’ – Mental health in construction
The construction industry is an almost perfect example of the difference by which society, as a whole, perceives and treats ... View Article
Article by 14 May 2019
Simple 5-step plan to workplace eye health
Looking after employees’ sight can be one of the most cost-effective and beneficial ways an employer is able to support ... View Article
Article by 9 May 2019