Andy Parsley

Andy advises senior HR leaders in the areas of employee insight (i.e.: the meaningful interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data), HR strategy development, and internal and external communications.

Fi Embrace Ai
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13th February 2025

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 […]

Fi Neo Natal
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11th February 2025

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 […]

Fi Apprenticeship Week
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10th February 2025

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. […]

Fi Red Flags
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06th February 2025

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 […]

Fi Shadow Ai
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05th February 2025

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 […]

Fi 0 Reading Good Ally
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03rd February 2025

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 […]

Fi Wellbeing Washing
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31st January 2025

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 […]

Fi Ping Fatigue
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27th January 2025

How Can Employers Help to Mitigate ‘Ping Fatigue’?

In the workplace, digital communication has become a staple. Emails are now sent in favor of phone calls, instant messages have replaced the slow back-and-forth of physical meetings, and having all of our work needs condensed onto apps on our phones means that we are always contactable at all times of the day. However, too […]

Fi Charm
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23rd January 2025

Take Control of Unplanned Turnover by CHARM-ing Your Employees

Not all employee turnover is detrimental. In fact, when an unreliable, high-maintenance, under-performing individual leaves, managers and colleagues alike will often breathe a sigh of relief. However, when a top performer makes an abrupt departure, it can leave managers and their teams in a difficult situation: However, organizations can take control of unplanned turnover by […]

Fi Pet Sick Time Off
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21st January 2025

Should Employees Receive Paid Time Off to Care for Pets?

Statistically, most of us will have a furry friend waiting for us at home; over half of UK adults and a whopping 66% of US households own a pet of some kind! It’s very common for our pets to hold a special place in our heart, as they are considered just as important of a […]

Fi If Only
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17th January 2025

Tapping Into the Power of “If Only …”

What did you dream of becoming when you were a child?And how close have you come to achieving that dream? If your answer is “nowhere near” you’re not alone! In fact, only one in ten Americans say they are working their ‘dream job’. This reality gives rise to frequent “if only…” moments for employees. “If only […]

Fi Tug Of War
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15th January 2025

The Office: Why bother?

OK, so what do you think the office is really for? What was once seen as a logical and efficient way of working has now been brought into question by the “work-from-home” / “return-to-office” tug-of-war which has broken out between employees and business leaders in many organizations. So, to work out where we’re going – […]

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