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UK Rises in Global Skills Rankings, But is the Work Just Beginning?
The UK’s climb to 22nd place in the 2025 Coursera Global Skills Report marks a significant improvement in our national skills proficiency – a huge leap from 45th position a year ago! For HR professionals and business leaders alike, this is both welcome news and a reminder of the urgent, ongoing work required to future-proof […]
Rustout: A Silent Menace in Your Workforce
Employers are now well-versed in recognizing the signs of burnout: exhaustion, cynicism, and declining performance. But what if the problem isn’t burnout at all? What if it’s rustout – the quieter, often invisible cousin? Rustout has been coined as the ‘boring side’ of burnout. It stems not from being overwhelmed, but from being under-challenged, under-valued, […]
Don’t Sweat It: How to Keep Employees Productive in the Summer Heat
If you are reading this in the northern hemisphere, then the Summer Solstice is upon us. But as the temperatures rise, maintaining employee productivity can become a pressing concern for some employers. Recent research by the Global Payroll Association (GPA) highlights this challenge, revealing that nearly a third (31%) of workers are inclined to clock […]
AI Applications Are Flooding Recruitment – And It’s Changing Everything
Let’s be honest. You’re not just screening candidates anymore. You’re screening AI personas. It starts with the CVs. Clean, keyword-optimised, flawlessly tailored for your job spec…and 100% ChatGPT’d. Then come the interviews. Confident, articulate, and oddly perfect answers. When you dig a little deeper, you realise they’ve been rehearsed, regurgitated, and rewritten by tools you […]
The 85-15 Rule: A Smarter Approach to Sustainable Performance and Wellbeing
In the evolving landscape of work, where hybrid models, digital connectivity, and increasing demands blur the lines between personal and professional life, the traditional mantra of “giving 100%” is being re-evaluated. For HR professionals tasked with fostering high-performing, healthy workplaces, a new paradigm is gaining traction: the 85-15 rule. Rethinking Peak Performance The 85-15 rule […]
The Future of Hiring = AI + HI* (*Human Insight)
In today’s rapidly evolving talent landscape, traditional hiring practices are under increasing scrutiny. The résumé, once the cornerstone of recruitment, is being challenged by more dynamic, skills-based approaches. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how organizations identify and evaluate candidates. For HR professionals, this dual shift presents both opportunities and challenges. Understanding […]
Sweetening the Day: Small Touches That Make a Big Difference
It all started with a jar of jellybeans. Years ago, I placed one on the corner of my desk – not as a strategic move, just as a cheerful offering. I figured a splash of color and a sugar boost couldn’t hurt. What I didn’t expect was the traffic. People I hadn’t spoken to in […]
The Rise of Intelligent Learning: How AI is Reshaping Workforce Development.
The days of one-size-fits-all training are rapidly fading. In a world where skills become outdated in months—not years—organizations are turning to AI-powered learning and development (L&D) strategies to keep their teams sharp, agile, and future-ready. And the impact isn’t just incremental—it’s transformational. Traditional L&D models have long relied on static content, mass webinars, and annual […]
Creating Squiggle Room: Why The Future of Work Is Non-Linear
In today’s dynamic world of work, reducing turnover and improving employee retention remain top priorities for HR leaders. But as the workforce evolves, so too must our strategies. One of the most promising approaches to retention is embracing the rise of non-linear career paths … or what some now call “squiggly careers”. The term “squiggly […]
Breaking the Silence Around Male Fertility Support in the Workplace
Every HR professional will have witnessed firsthand how personal challenges can spill into the workplace, affecting performance, engagement, and overall wellbeing. However, one area that continues to remain shrouded in silence is male infertility. Despite men accounting for approximately half of all fertility issues, discussions around male reproductive health are often sidelined, leading to a […]
Interview Transparency: Should Employers Share Questions in Advance?
In today’s evolving talent landscape, HR professionals are increasingly re-evaluating traditional hiring practices to foster fairness, inclusivity, and effectiveness. One such practice under scrutiny is whether to provide interview questions to candidates in advance. While this approach may seem unconventional, it’s gaining traction as organizations strive to create more equitable and insightful recruitment experiences. The […]
What We’re Reading: Immortal HR by Marc S. Miller
The role of HR has never been more prominent. Battling the likes of a global pandemic, the ever present threat of burnout, and the emergence of a ‘quiet quitting’ mindset are just a few examples of the storm that HR has been weathering these past few years – and yet, just when it seems all […]
