Month June 2024

Tech apprenticeships: A solution to the digital divide

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The impact of technology apprenticeships on driving talent and diversity is explored by James McLaughlin With the UK election fast approaching, both the Conservative and Labour parties have outlined their intentions to expand apprenticeship programmes, reflecting a growing recognition of…

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Unlocking potential: The power of believing in your team

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Don’t know what to say to someone struggling with confidence? We have four effective practices! Julie Smith dives into the topic Confidence plays a crucial role in personal growth, career success, and overall wellbeing. But it can be like a…

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Fostering connection: The antidote to workplace loneliness

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A lack of connection at work has impact both for the organisation and the individual. Thom Dennis explores this and shares ways to improve A paradox has emerged in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven work environment: increased connectivity often leads to a…

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Editor’s blog: Is the people profession unique in the organisation?

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Is the role of the supporting and developing the workforce actually unique? Jo Cook reflects. A lot of questions were posed at the HR Leaders Unconference in London yesterday – everything from AI and organisations processes, through to finding time…

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UK workforce productivity stagnates as adult training declines 

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Revamping human capital strategies and transformational change in people practices is needed to boost productivity – Hugh Billot shares a human capital barometer  The UK has seen a significant decline in adult education and training says the Institute of Fiscal…

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Performance lessons for organisations from football, tennis and F1 

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Techniques used in elite sports offer valuable insights for business to improve performance and wellbeing. John McLachlan shares the strategies  Our research on organisational performance originated from two key problems. Firstly, that organisations were demanding approaches that balanced performance with employee…

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How organisations can bring the best of social media into workplace learning

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Imagine a workplace where learning feels as rewarding as your most positive social media interactions. Andrea Sennett explores leveraging digital dynamics for higher engagement and professional growth How much time does the average person spend scrolling and interacting with others…

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Investing in success: Building the multi-generational dream team 

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Navigating a multi-generational workforce can be challenging, but differences can be transformed into organisational strengths. Graham James reveals how managers can achieve a united team  Do you view a multigenerational workforce as posing a challenge or being a massive benefit?…

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