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What We’re Reading: The Alchemy of Talent by Vijay Pendakur
This month, we’ve been reading Vijay Pendakur’s debut book, The Alchemy of Talent: Leading Teams to Peak Performance. A global talent and culture leader, Vijay has seen the very real effects that change fatigue has had on employees after years of what has felt like constant disruption and uncertainty. In this book, he pools his […]
What the Humble Pancake Can Teach Us About Diverse Perspectives
Pancake Day has become widely popular in British culture over the years. Traditionally, Christians would eat pancakes on the last day before Lent – Shrove Tuesday – to use up things in the cupboard like flour, eggs and milk that they wouldn’t be eating during the 40 days before Easter. Today it has evolved into […]
Eating Disorders: Challenging the Taboo
Eating disorders can often be a taboo topic in the workplace, laden with misconceptions that prevent employers from addressing them effectively. However, these disorders are more common than many realize, affecting around 1.25 million people in the UK, and almost 30 million in the US. Contrary to the stereotype that eating disorders mainly impact teenage girls, adults […]
Stop picking on Midlife workers!
Research by the Centre for Aging Better has shown that, in the UK, 37% of people in their 50s and 60s in the UK have experienced age discrimination – predominantly in the workplace. And in the US, approximately two-thirds of over-50 adults believe older workers face age discrimination at work. It is, therefore, crucial for organizations […]
LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Workplace: A Journey Through Time
The landscape of workplace inclusion has undergone significant transformation over the past few decades, particularly concerning LGBTQ+ rights. Many modern workplaces are now actively seeking to make their cultures inclusive to the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals, as well as expand their horizons to the diverse perspectives of those who are a part of this community […]
Embracing AI: The Pivotal Role of HR
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technology is no longer just a trend; it signifies a fundamental shift in the business landscape. To remain competitive, organizations must embrace this technological transformation, starting with their most valuable asset: their People. First, organizations need to rethink their structures and processes. Collaborating with experts in this field […]
Is the UK Paving the Way on Neonatal Leave?
It has recently been confirmed that from the 6th April 2025, employees will be entitled to 12 weeks of paid leave if their baby requires neonatal care. Delving into the nitty gritty of the new Neonatal Leave law, employees will be entitled to this from day one of their employment, and the employee must also […]
Apprenticeships: Why Firms Are Rethinking Traditional Hiring Requirements
In the wake of the pandemic, the working world has been in a constant state of transformation. The rise of a carpe diem mentality and the evolving needs of the workforce have necessitated a shift in how organizations attract, embed, and retain top talent. As we move into 2025, this shift may involve rethinking traditional hiring requirements. […]
CAUTION: Social Media ‘Red Flags’ for Hiring Managers
The term ‘red flags’ is often used these days in the world of dating – namely, trying to identify potentially undesirable qualities in potential suitors. And, as we know, the dating process can be a lot like the hiring process – you arrange a time to meet, exchange pleasantries, and then get into the fundamentals […]
Shadow AI: Why employees are smuggling their own AI tools into the workplace
Research has found that an alarming number of employees are now using their own AI tools at work, without the permission of their organization. According to a survey by Software AG, half of all knowledge workers – defined as “those who primarily work at a desk or computer” – use personal AI tools. Most knowledge […]
What We’re Reading: The Good Ally by Nova Reid
As Black History Month begins in the US, we thought that The Good Ally: A Guided Anti-Racism Journey from Bystander to Changemaker by Nova Reid, would be the perfect book for our February review. A creative entrepreneur, producer, TED speaker, and writer, Nova Reid is known for being curious about human behaviour, and channels her […]
Beware Wellbeing Washing
How was January for you? As the new year begins, it is common to feel a bit of a slump after the festive period packed with traditions, colorful lights, and good food. This feeling, known as the ‘January Blues’ or the ‘Winter Woes,’ refers to a general decline in mood, lethargy, or even a sense […]