Ideas & Insights

We would like to share some of our latest thinking about the big issues in HR. Please let us know what you think …

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    26th September 2025

    Birthday Leave: Is This Perk Worth Adding to Your HR Strategy?

    Birthday leave is one of those emerging workplace perks that catches attention because of its simplicity. It is designed to boost employee satisfaction, strengthen culture, and help organizations stand out in a competitive labor market. But the real question for HR leaders is: does offering a day off on an employee’s birthday actually make a […]

    Birthday Leave
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    25th September 2025

    Gen Z Is Dreaming…And Employers Should Listen

    Generation Z is no longer ‘the future’ of work – they are here, reshaping workplaces right now. Born between the late-1990s and 2010s, Gen Z already makes up a growing slice of the global workforce and is projected to account for almost a third of US employees by 2030. For employers, this isn’t a challenge […]

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    24th September 2025

    Supporting Wellbeing for Remote Workers: What HR Needs to Know

    Remote work is now firmly embedded in the modern workplace. For employees, the benefits are clear: improved work-life balance, cost savings, and more time with family. For employers, when managed well, it can lead to higher morale, productivity, and performance. But alongside the advantages, remote working creates new challenges for HR leaders. With employees less […]

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    23rd September 2025

    Interviewing Inclusively: How to Ensure Deaf Candidates Feel Valued

    Hiring today is more competitive than ever, and employers are under pressure to stand out – not just to customers, but to candidates too. One powerful way to do that is by ensuring every applicant feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process. That’s especially true for Deaf and hard-of-hearing (D/HH) candidates, who bring valuable […]

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    22nd September 2025

    Employer Brand vs Employer Value Proposition: Which is more important?

    When it comes to attracting and retaining top talent, two terms dominate HR conversations: employer brand and employee value proposition (EVP). While they are closely connected, they serve quite different purposes within an organization’s talent strategy. Understanding the difference, and how they work together, is crucial for HR leaders looking to build a competitive and […]

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    18th September 2025

    How to Conduct a Pay Equity Audit (Without the Headache)

    Each year, Equal Pay Day reminds us that fair compensation remains an urgent and unfinished priority. For employers, ensuring pay equity isn’t just about meeting legal requirements – it’s about building trust, improving retention, and reinforcing a company’s values. And one of the most effective tools for doing this is a pay equity audit. But […]

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    17th September 2025

    The Evolution of Human Resources: Why HR Exists and Why It Matters

    At its core, Human Resources is about people. Every organization depends on people to create value, build relationships, and deliver results. Yet managing people well has always been one of the most complex challenges in business. This is why the HR function was created, and why it continues to be essential today. By looking back […]

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    15th September 2025

    Invisible Barriers: What Are We Missing About Inclusion?

    As an HR professional deeply committed to building truly inclusive workplaces, I often think about the invisible barriers that quietly hold back talented colleagues. These are not headline-grabbing issues – but their impact is profound. From hidden caregiving roles to class-based assumptions, recognising and addressing these quieter exclusion points offers a real opportunity for cultural […]

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    12th September 2025

    Rethinking Redundancies: Building Long-Term Workforce Resilience

    Redundancies are becoming more common globally as organisations grapple with financial pressures, automation, and shifting market demands. For HR teams, this means rethinking workforce strategies to ensure not only compliance and compassion, but also long-term resilience. Compassionate and legally compliant redundancy processes should protect brand reputation, maintain workforce trust, and minimise risks. At the same […]

    World Suicide Prevention Day (1)
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    11th September 2025

    Remembering 9/11: Building Resillience & Community in the Workplace

    September 11th, 2001, remains one of the most defining and devastating days in modern history. As we mark another anniversary, we pause to remember the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the extraordinary courage of those who responded in the face of tragedy. For many, the memory of 9/11 is deeply personal. Yet even […]

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