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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 […]
Better Support for Employees Going Through a Breakup
I think it’s safe to say that most of us have suffered through a breakup in our lives. Whether this be a relationship ending, navigating a divorce, or dealing with a ‘situationship’ gone sour, it’s no secret that breakups are a challenging and distracting time. In spite of this, what we tend to see in […]
Personalized Employee Experiences Through AI in 2025
In today’s workplace, the “one-size-fits-all” approach no longer works. Employees want more than just a paycheck; they want an experience that feels tailored to their needs, goals, and aspirations. This is where AI steps in, reshaping how HR teams create personalized experiences that truly resonate with their people. By 2025, leveraging AI for this purpose […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sustain your New Year’s Resolutions with a Change Management Mindset
The theme of bettering ourselves is prominent as we head into a new year. Many of us endeavour to make changes to ourselves and our lifestyles, often spurred on by a new year’s resolution or two. But how do we increase the chance that our resolutions will stick around past January? How can we avoid […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 – […]
Is Microlearning a Game-Changer for L&D?
In today’s fast-paced, rapidly changing professional world, time is a precious commodity. Balancing tight schedules and demanding workloads with the need for continuous personal development is a challenge that employees in high-demand roles face on a daily basis. This is where microlearning can be a game-changer. Microlearning is an innovative approach to education in corporate […]
The HR Buzzwords of 2024: What Were They … and Will They Carry Over into 2025?
The HR world has been known to love a buzzword – ‘quiet quitting’ immediately springs to mind as one from the previous years that has loomed particularly large. And whilst buzzwords are inherently designed to be catchy, memorable phrases, they also signify potential issues that employees are having and help guide employers in the direction […]
