Culture
The power of psychological safety in uncertain times
Psychological safety helps people speak up, share ideas, and learn from mistakes, essential in fast-moving workplaces. It’s not about removing fear but creating trust and openness. Steve Macaulay and David Buchanan explore what psychological safety looks like, why it matters, and how leaders can create a culture that supports it. Do you feel safe to speak up at work? Can you ask questions, raise concerns, and offer new ideas without hesitation? If not, you’re not alone, and your organisation could…
Neurodiversity at work: how inclusive policies drive success
Professor Adam Boddison OBE talks about APM’s latest survey that reveals nearly all project managers see clear benefits from adjusting policies to support neurodivergent staff. This National Inclusion Week, the findings highlight a profession already making progress while still seeking better guidance to ensure even greater inclusivity across the industry. An overwhelming majority of project managers believe their company has directly benefited from extra adjustments to accommodate neurodivergent staff, a survey conducted by the Association for Project Management (APM) has…
Talk saves lives – why suicide needs to be part of your wellbeing strategy
Suicide remains a taboo topic in many workplaces, yet managers are often the first line of support. Joseph Conway shares why it’s vital we break the silence, and how organisations can foster safer, more compassionate environments where people feel heard, supported and able to seek help before it’s too late. Whether it’s remote or in-person, work is where most people dedicate the majority of their time. This makes managers and leaders not only highly influential in shaping the employee experience,…
Remote work works: how clarity, connection and trust fuel success
Remote work isn’t just a legacy of the pandemic, it’s a powerful way to collaborate when done with intention. Nassia Katroutsou shares how her global teams built trust, accountability and performance through clarity, connection and agile practices, proving remote work can be inclusive, flexible and deeply human at its best. Working from home is often associated with the COVID era, yet it existed long before that, and it’s here to stay. While nobody doubts the power of meeting people face-to-face…
EQ isn’t enough: How CEOs are tapping into deeper wisdom
Modern leaders face more than just business challenges, they’re navigating purpose, pressure, and people in a world that often feels unmoored. What if the real leadership edge isn’t just empathy, but a deeper kind of awareness that connects values, meaning and resilience? Yosi Amram looks at a shift from within. In today’s hyper-speed, AI-driven, burnout-ridden world, emotional intelligence (or EQ) is no longer optional for leaders. They’re expected to be self-aware, empathetic, and emotionally attuned, not just to bolster workplace…
L&D’s moment to reboot management for a hybrid world
Hybrid working isn’t broken; but it is being left to chance. Gary Cookson shows how L&D can fix it: define team norms, build purposeful onsite experiences, enable collaboration and management capabilities, and support individuals with real-time learning tools. Enabling hybrid by design, can only drive improve engagement, productivity and retention. Why are we still talking about hybrid working? Isn’t it all so very 2022? Not so. It is often in the media as various organisations (or, more specifically, the leader…
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…
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%…
Trust training: why screening is now part of the people development conversation
Mathew Armstrong explores how AI-generated deepfakes are slipping into hiring and onboarding, challenging trust for everyone right from the very start. Screening is no longer just compliance; it’s about creating inclusive, intelligent processes that protect culture, improve learning, and strengthen performance — ensuring every new hire relationship begins with genuine confidence. A team leader spotted something strange. A new hire had passed the interviews and was preparing to start onboarding. They had already made it through the standard screening process,…
Burnout in the basement: The unseen cost of ignoring cyber awareness
René-Sylvain Bédard exposes the leadership gaps fuelling cybersecurity burnout. From misplaced responsibility to executive blind spots, cyber teams are left overwhelmed and unheard. He argues for a shift in mindset, where L&D plays a vital role in awareness, resilience, and restoring balance for those defending us against constant digital threats. In most organisations today, cybersecurity knowledge is often overlooked in employee training, leaving both staff and dedicated cyber teams overworked and exposed. Based on this, and the rise of cyberattacks,…
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