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First-time Chief People Officer? How to build for success in 2025

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Focus on enhancing employee experience, navigating legislative changes and upskilling your workforce, advises Emma-Claire Kavanagh  As business leaders grapple with new legislation, evolving technology and customer demands, they’ll be relying on their Chief People Officers (COPs) to build a workforce…

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From tap to hip hop: How dance inspires workplace excellence 

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Success at work requires precision, energy, expression and adaptability – just like mastering different dance styles. Karl Green shares lessons from the stage to help you perform at your best  Some of our most powerful lessons about workplace success come…

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L&D professionals question if AI really is a hot topic for 2025

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Donald H Taylor launches his L&D Global Sentiment Survey and TJ digs into the results At the launch event for the of the L&D Global Sentiment Survey 2025, the 12th annual check of the pulse of L&D worldwide, Donald H…

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What HR trends to expect in 2025 

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Human Resources is all about adapting, innovating and putting your people first. Are you ready? Kelly Tucker explores the trends As we settle into 2025, the people profession landscape is set to undergo transformative changes driven by technological advancements, evolving…

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Networks, mindset and the ‘genius of audacity’: A coach’s recipe for job search success

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Job hunting? Executive coach Beverlie Wilkinson shares her Gold, Silver, Bronze strategy for career success  The job search landscape has changed dramatically – we’re navigating AI-led processes and numerous digital tools, making it more important than ever to stay positive…

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Letting go of your agenda: How Open Space Technology helped us co-create an exceptional event

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Ever wished your training or events had more personal spark? Phil Walsh shares his approach to making any experience more connected When we began planning a forum, we were eager to explore new ways to tap into the collective intelligence…

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From burnout to brilliance: How L&D drives employee engagement and retention 

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L&D must factor employee desires into learning programmes to maximise effectiveness, argues Dr Jill Stefaniak  Employee burnout is a pervasive issue that affects organisations and individuals alike. According to recent findings, a staggering 82% of employees are at risk of…

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Taking team collaboration to the next level: Tips for lifting your team’s foot off the brake

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Successful teams play two games: a sharp outer game, driven by a strong inner game – Rob Shaw shows you how to win at both  Discovering what may be getting in the way of your team’s effectiveness can’t be left…

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From banter to balance: Shifting the narrative on men’s wellbeing

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Men’s issues are society’s issues. It’s time to talk, act, and to change the narrative – David Hayden reflects on International Men’s Day Having read the articles about the International Men’s day, I mused to myself “do we need an…

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How AI is reshaping recruitment and why human interaction still matters 

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AI has transformed both sides of recruitment, but users must understand its pros and cons – Rebecca Napier explains   When it comes to recruitment, artificial intelligence systems are now readily available for both HR professionals and candidates alike. But…

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