People Managers
Beyond specialisation: Multi-skilled teams are your best defence against market chaos
As rigid hiring models fall short, cross-functional, multi-skilled professionals are emerging as the new must-haves for future-thinking organisations. Uliana Martynova explores how these adaptable employees help teams bridge gaps, drive company innovation, and build resilience—making them prime candidates not just for today’s challenges but for tomorrow’s leadership roles too. Old-school hiring methods are increasingly falling short, especially with project-based structures and rapid market shifts now the norm. Teams assembled solely around narrow specialisations often struggle to adapt. In today’s landscape,…
Skills validation for the new era of hiring and thriving
With AI making it easier to fake resumes, hiring based on self-reported skills no longer works. Dr Mike Hudy makes the case for validated assessments that measure what candidates can actually do. Organisations that embrace this approach will hire more fairly, more effectively, and build teams ready for constant change. As global labour markets shift and digital disruption accelerates, talent teams know they need to build agile, future-ready workforces that have the ability to learn the essential skills of tomorrow.…
Training could turn whistle-blowers into culture changers
Whistleblowing is becoming more common, but many organisations still fail to handle it effectively. Dispute resolution expert Paul O’Donnell argues that managers need better training to distinguish between grievances and whistleblowing, protect staff from retaliation, and build healthier workplace cultures. Otherwise organisations risk mistrust, reputational damage, and costly legal consequences. The Alan Turing Institute suddenly became front page news in August after staff went public with claims of poor leadership, a ‘toxic culture’, and fears of funding being withdrawn. Even…
Revealed: Five surprising careers that will boom in the next decade
The world of work is undergoing a transformation. Economic shifts and new technologies are creating demand for roles outside conventional career paths. From digital creativity to ethical judgement, success will depend on hybrid skills. Himanshu Agarwal explores five growth areas and why they matter for the future workforce, and you. Five career paths that will experience exponential demand over the next decade will boom because technological advancements are reshaping the economy. Conventional careers in business are no longer the only…
Why project leadership belongs to everyone
Leadership is too often seen as the domain of managers and frameworks, but Rob Anderson believes it starts much earlier, and much wider. Drawing on personal experience, he makes the case for inclusive, human-first project leadership that empowers people at every level to own outcomes, navigate challenges, and drive success. With nearly 70% of UK workplace projects failing to meet expectations, the conversation around leadership has never been more urgent, or more misunderstood. Project failure is often blamed on weak planning…
The hidden struggle: 1 in 3 Gen Z men think the gender pay gap is a myth
Avery Morgan examines Gen Z’s push for gender equality at work, revealing progress alongside persistent bias, pay gaps, and cultural barriers. Survey insights show young women’s call for reforms, salary transparency, and anti-harassment policies, highlighting the role of leadership in creating truly inclusive, equitable workplaces for all genders and generations. Generation Z is often praised for pushing social justice and gender equality forward. A recent survey of 2000 Gen Z by EduBirdie found that 83% of young women and 59%…
Sales success starts with learning that never ends
Sales never stands still, and neither should learning. Lisa Ojomoh explores why continuous development is essential for thriving in today’s dynamic sales landscape, and how businesses can embed L&D into everyday practice to build confident, capable teams who grow with their goals and stay longer in the roles they love. In sales, no two days are the same. Client needs shift, markets evolve, and economic volatility force constant adaptation. For sales professionals and their leaders, staying still is not an…
The future of work is pressure-smart, not pressure-free
Pressure at work is not the enemy, but burnout is. Kimberley Rowbottom explores why businesses need to rethink outdated stress strategies and build smarter pressure management through learning. It’s time to equip people with the tools to thrive, not just survive, in today’s high-pressure world of hybrid work and uncertainty Navigating the post-pandemic workplace, it’s become clear that the line between healthy pressure and harmful stress has become even more all-encompassing. Employees face pressure from multiple sources – from hybrid…
Why the frontline workforce needs better training – and why they’re not getting it
Frontline workers are eager to learn, but too often the training just isn’t there. Erika Sandoval explains why companies should invest in smarter, more flexible learning that fits easily into busy lives. From AI-driven tools to on-demand sessions, it’s time employers stepped up because without proper training, everyone loses out Companies that fail to invest in their workforce risk more than just high turnover. In the UK, 72% of organisations report that they are struggling to fill critical skills gaps,…
From knowledge hoarding to knowledge sharing: Social learning is the shift L&D can’t ignore
Social learning is more than a buzzword. It’s the missing piece for today’s Learning and Development teams. Nathan Kracklauer dives into why learning from, about and alongside others creates better outcomes. If you want real engagement and deeper impact, it’s time to put people back at the heart of learning “I’d never heard the term ‘social learning’ before,” said Sue, a Learning and Development professional at a recent roundtable. “But that sounds like exactly what I’m looking for – tell…
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