Culture
Did your skipped workouts and holiday indulgence actually help your brain? Surprising science says… Yes!
Neurogenesis, synapses, pathways… Ricci Masero explains the importance of having a break for your brain If you’re feeling a bit guilty about missing some gym sessions and indulging in chocolate over the holidays, science might have some good news for you. Research suggests that taking breaks from exercise and enjoying dark chocolate could benefit your brain development. Let’s explore how your holiday habits might have been helping your neuroplasticity all along. Understanding neuroplasticity: Your brain’s superpower First, let’s break down…
Will it work for us? How to assess and implement new organisational strategies
Do you select Agile? Six Sigma? How do encourage change? Steve Macaulay shares his insight From Six Sigma to Lean, Agile, and employee engagement1, many strategies promise to transform organisations by improving efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction, and ensuring employees are motivated and committed. A well-implemented framework can indeed help organisations deliver high-quality products, adapt to change, and maintain a competitive edge. Before implementing any new approach, it’s essential to identify your organisation’s underlying issues However, leaders often rightly ask,…
The hybrid landslide: How leaders can empower today’s employees with flexibility
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 grapple with remote work for the first time, which eventually evolved into a hybrid model as employees began venturing back into the office. Times have changed and expectations shifted when it comes to the way we work Today, some businesses…
Lessons from anthropology: A new lens to understand organisational culture
How the study of what makes us human can enable more meaningful behaviour at work – with insights from business psychologist, Lucy Cox Grasping workplace behaviour is no easy task. While traditional approaches offer some insight, they often fall short of uncovering the deeper reasons behind people’s actions. To gain a more profound understanding of what motivates behaviour, could we draw inspiration from anthropology? And how might this perspective provide new insights into driving cultural change? This article explores these…
A positive approach to menopause in the workplace
How L&D can create work environments that empower women to thrive during menopause and beyond In today’s evolving workplace, it is crucial for L&D professionals to acknowledge the impact of menopause and provide support systems for women navigating this life phase. The concept of a ‘second spring’ is rooted in Eastern philosophy, that reframes menopause as a period of renewal and growth. This perspective can offer women – and their employers – powerful tools to foster resilience, wellbeing and career…
Keeping an organisation and people safe – the critical role of L&D
How L&D professionals can help businesses mitigate complex security risks through effective training and leadership – with insights from Richard Mackintosh and Sarah Keeling It is widely acknowledged that the world is more dangerous than at any time since 1945. Recent disruptions to world IT systems, caused by a patching update, are a stark warning of the risks we run because of our interconnectedness and dependencies. Instability in Europe and the rise of China, all underpinned and dependent upon emergent…
Fostering a culture of motivation in the workplace to help employees and organisations thrive
Thriving organisations start with inspired people. Empower employees by listening, learning and creating meaningful culture – Grace French explains People development professionals and business leaders alike face an extraordinarily challenging landscape, battling stubbornly high inflation, interest rates, skills shortages and the looming threat of insolvency or liquidation. In England and Wales, more companies went bankrupt last year than during the 2008 financial crisis, highlighting the severity of the current economic climate. The impacts of major events such as Covid-19, Brexit, ongoing…
First aid training: Combatting men’s fear to ask important questions and act in emergency situations
Inclusive first aid training can break down barriers and build confidence, as Ricci Masero explains First aid training is important for keeping everyone safe at work, but something interesting came up when a good friend of mine went to a first aid class recently. She noticed that some men seemed worried about asking certain questions or physically helping women in emergencies. They were afraid people might think they were doing something wrong, even when they’re just trying to help. Emergencies…
Hire local or widen your search? How to tell when a position should be remote
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 of both in-house employees and remote workers. Create temporary positions that allow you to see how the employee and business adapt to this new structure and if it seems like a viable option But for businesses getting ready to…
Why suicide prevention training is needed now more than ever
Equip teams with the skills to spot warning signs and save lives, urges Ellie MacDonald ONS figures released recently show that suicide rates are the highest they’ve been since 1999. We lost a staggering 6,069 people to suicide in the UK alone in 2023 and this has a detrimental impact not only on people’s lives but economically, costing employers billions of pounds each year in employment productivity losses. Next time something feels off – a colleague doesn’t seem themselves –…
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