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What We’re Reading: In Praise of the Office by Peter Cappelli and Ranya Nehmeh
For this month’s reading pick, we turned our attention to one of the most debated topics in today’s workplace: where work should actually happen. That led us to In Praise of the Office by Peter Cappelli and Ranya Nehmeh, a timely and thought-provoking book that challenges some of the prevailing narratives around remote and hybrid […]
The Quiet Skill Gap: What Employees Aren’t Telling Their Employers
On paper, the data looks manageable. According to the UK’s Employer Skills Survey, around 12% of employers report skills gaps, equating to roughly 1.26 million employees lacking full proficiency. But that figure only reflects what employers can see, as the reality beneath the surface is far more complex, and far quieter. Recent research suggests that […]
Winning Isn’t Everything: What Eurovision Reveals About Workplace Success
In the world of work, we often find ourselves wrestling with the idea of success. Most notably, how we define it, how we measure it, and how we reward it. Interestingly, some of the most powerful lessons on rethinking success metrics come from unexpected places, like the vibrant, chaotic, and widely watched Eurovision Song Contest. […]
OrgShakers Welcomes Dacia Faison-Roe
OrgShakers is delighted to welcome Dacia Faison‑Roe to our network. With more than 20 years of experience as a people leader and trusted C‑suite advisor, Dacia brings a rare depth of credibility shaped by having done the work most organizations are still trying to figure out. She has built people functions from the ground up, […]
Why Line Managers Are the First Line of Defense for Employee Mental Health
Employee wellbeing has become a forefront concern for the modern employer, with organizations investing in a myriad of policies, platforms and employee assistance programs to support their workers mental health. And yet, this can lead to the most influential factor being overlooked: the line manager. HR may design the framework, but managers live in the […]
Talent is Moving Back to the City, but are Employers Ready?
A few years ago, the narrative was clear: work had been untethered from place. Talent could live anywhere, companies could hire everywhere, and cities felt less essential (at least, in a professional sense). But that story is now evolving. Recent data shows that while remote work remains a permanent feature of the labor market, behavior […]
Drawing the Line: A Leader’s Guide to Human-Centered AI Adoption
A few months ago, a CHRO asked me to step into a situation that, on the surface, looked like progress. The organization had invested heavily in AI tools, automated large portions of its HR processes, and positioned itself as an early adopter. But beneath that momentum, something wasn’t working. In hindsight, the CHRO was clear: […]
The Future of Work: Will Everyone Have Their Own AI Agent?
By now many of us would have seen the headlines that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is developing a personal AI agent to help him perform his job more efficiently. The tool is designed to retrieve information and assist with tasks that once required layers of human coordination. The vision, according to reporting, is that eventually […]
The 20 Mile Wall: What the London Marathon Can Teach Leaders About Burnout
Every spring, tens of thousands of runners gather for the iconic London Marathon. Some are elite athletes chasing records, but most are everyday people testing their limits over 26.2 miles. What fascinates me is how closely the marathon mirrors the way organizations experience pressure, performance, and burnout. If you talk to experienced runners, they’ll often […]
Are Reluctant Leaders the Best Leaders?
Leadership is often associated with confidence, charisma, and ambition. Organizations frequently assume the best leaders are those individuals who are eager to climb the ladder and take charge. But in practice, many HR professionals see something different: some of the most effective leaders are the ones who were initially reluctant to lead at all. The […]
What We’re Reading: The Cure for Burnout by Emily Ballesteros
As we think about employee wellbeing and sustainable performance during Stress Awareness Month, we found ourselves drawn to The Cure for Burnout: A Holistic Approach to Reclaiming Energy, Focus, and Fulfillment by Emily Ballesteros as this month’s reading pick. Emily Ballesteros is a wellness strategist, author, and former corporate leader who has spent over a […]
Executive Compensation: How Much is Too Much?
When it comes to CEO pay, almost everyone has an opinion on how much is ‘too much’. Interestingly, however, many of those views are formed without direct experience of how executive compensation is actually structured, evaluated, or approved. It’s a common belief that CEOs are ‘grossly overpaid’, but the data offers useful context. In 2024, […]
