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How infusing creativity into your CV helps you stand out from the crowd 

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A well-designed curriculum vitae can help you catch recruiters’ attention. Faye Longhurst shares key tips A curriculum vitae (CV) is one of the most important projects we design in our lifetime; taking a blank canvas and filling it with achievements, skills and…

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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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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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What trends will shape training and HR for financial services in 2025? 

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From bridging generational divides to closing skills gaps, Paul Butler explores financial services training challenges It’s hard to say whether financial services (FS) firms will think of 2024 fondly in years to come. The sector has faced a significant number…

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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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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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Shaping the future: How the UK’s AI action plan transforms learning and development

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The UK Government’s announcement to be an AI superpower will impact every L&D professional’s future Today to the UK government announced it’s AI Opportunities Action Plan, which has three key goals: These goals are interconnected and aim to position the…

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The hybrid landslide: How leaders can empower today’s employees with flexibility

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Frank Weishaupt advises creating a culture of accountability and training managers to improve hybrid performance Over the past five years, companies have witnessed dramatic changes to the way we work. During the pandemic, many workers and businesses learned how to…

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Hire local or widen your search? How to tell when a position should be remote 

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Daniel Parker outlines six factors to decide if a role suits in-house or remote work A business’s growth potential is typically closely aligned with its availability of resources. One of these critical resources is staffing, which can be made up…

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ADHD in the workplace: Challenges, misconceptions and the path to inclusion 

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With a few practical adjustments, organisations can create workplaces where employees with ADHD truly thrive – Nicole Nadler explains  If you’re an employer or manage a team, odds are someone in your organisation may have ADHD. While the disorder impacts everyone…

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