Leading ethically but how? A robust guide
Ethics is everyone’s business if we want to live in a world that is inclusive and compassionate. And in particular, ethical values must be what guide and train leaders whether they lead a community,...
View ArticleWork and Pensions Secretary claims mental health “gone too far”
Last month Britain’s Work and Pensions Secretary, Mel Stride claimed that our approach to mental health was in danger of “going too far”. Stride suggested that some people believe they have a mental...
View ArticleSick note culture and the rise of ‘Corpowelfare’
Last week the UK’s Prime Minister set out his plans for the government to tackle the UK’s “sick note culture”. As I’ve written about previously in HRZone, the average number of days lost to sickness...
View ArticleWhy it’s time to rebrand HR
HR needs a rebrand. There, I said it. And I don’t mean changing the name of the function to People or Talent.. That is simply putting lipstick on the pig. What we need is to change the pig; a total...
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Be more Jürgen: Klopp’s people-first leadership at Liverpool FC
As we are about to see the last of Jürgen Klopp (for a while in the UK anyway) it feels important to celebrate the traits that make him so charismatic and the leadership lessons he offers. If you...
View ArticleUnder pressure: Why wellbeing is waning among HR professionals
Over the 10-year lifespan of our workplace wellbeing business, we’ve become well acquainted with HR roles and their associated challenges. Typically the commissioners but rarely the recipients of our...
View ArticleBeyond Pride: What is next?
And the 11 other months of the year? By the time this article drops in July, you will have finished those rainbow cupcakes, and the bunting will have been cleared out, and the DEI pictures posted on...
View ArticleThe new Labour landscape: Nine UK employment changes to prepare for
With the Labour Party’s recent victory, the UK is on the brink of significant employment law reforms. These changes, part of Labour’s New Deal for Working People, are set to transform the employment...
View ArticleRevisiting the past to become better leaders under pressure
We all know our childhood helps shape the adult we become. But we tend to underestimate just how much our early experiences shape us, and just how much our pasts continue to affect how we behave...
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You are not alone: Gallup reports 20% of workers are lonely
Work today is not only contributing to rising stress and anxiety levels, it’s also making us feel lonely. As Gallup shows in its latest State of the Global Workplace report, 20% of employees...
View ArticleBBC implements new anti-grooming guidelines following Huw Edwards scandal
In response to the controversy surrounding Huw Edwards, the BBC has updated its guidelines to address the abuse of power and enhance its duty of care towards employees. The new measures, which come...
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How can employers navigate the UK riots?
Are you affected by the UK riots? At the time of writing, rioting is spiralling towards national emergency. So far, 400 people have been arrested, an extra 2,200 riot trained police officers have been...
View ArticleWorld Suicide Prevention Day: Changing the narrative in the workplace
September 10th, 2024, marks World Suicide Prevention Day, with this year’s theme, “Changing the Narrative on Suicide.” It’s a powerful reminder that reducing suicide rates starts with breaking the...
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Whose lived experience is more important?
This article is part of an HRZone series recognising National Inclusion Week 2024: #ImpactMatters. Whose lived experience is more important? To answer that question, we must first consider what we mean...
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How to address diversity, equity and inclusion backlash
This article is part of an HRZone series recognising National Inclusion Week 2024: #ImpactMattersDiversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) backlash at work is neither new nor universal. But it remains an...
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Inclusion starts with empathy
This article is part of an HRZone series recognising National Inclusion Week 2024: #ImpactMattersThe story of rabbi Hillel nicely illustrates the wisdom of empathy:Over two thousand years ago, a man...
View ArticleMaternity discrimination taken seriously after £350k compensation
Maternity discrimination has always been a hot topic. However, in the last few weeks, it’s been headline news. We’ve seen everything from divisive comments made by politicians, like Kemi Badenoch who...
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Bruce Daisley to deliver keynote at Culture Pioneers Leadership Forum 2024,...
Are you an HR leader or people professional eager to reshape workplace culture? The Culture Pioneers Leadership Forum 2024, featuring Disrupt London, is the place to be for inspiration, progressive...
View ArticleWorker Protection Act: Organisations are STILL not prepared
In spite of all the notice, some employers aren’t ready for the introduction of the Worker Protection Act this month, and the new scrutiny of the prevention of sexual harassment in workplaces. A survey...
View ArticleA black hole busting budget: but will it break the bank?
Labour’s first Budget in 14 years has certainly caused a stir. Following months of election promises of fully costed manifesto pledges and staunch assurances that taxes wouldn’t be raised, the business...
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