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Google fires more employees protesting against deal with Israel
Google has terminated approximately 20 additional employees who participated in protests against the tech giant's cloud computing contract with the Israeli government. This latest round of firings brings the total number of dismissed workers to more than 50 within the...
CFO talent gap widens as professionals move to CEO positions
Recent findings from specialist recruitment firm Robert Walters shed light on the growing gap in Chief Financial Officer (CFO) positions, with a significant portion of business leaders attributing the shortage to professionals transitioning into Chief Executive...
The future of talent is in your hands: Join the ManpowerGroup Conference 2024
Join us on 15 May at the Ham Yard Hotel, London, for the ManpowerGroup annual conference – The Future of Talent: Transitioning to a Skills Mindset. Join us by clicking here to register. The world of work is evolving at an unprecedented pace, shaped by technological...
Statutory due diligence confirmed to tackle non-compliance
To uphold compliance and integrity within the umbrella companies market, the government yesterday unveiled further details on its plans to address non-compliance. Yesterday’s Tax Administration Day summary serves as a platform for this crucial announcement. Susan...
Greggs manager fired for altering food expiry dates wins unfair dismissal claim
In a recent employment tribunal ruling, a former Greggs manager, Rosario Lino, emerged victorious in her claim for unfair dismissal after being sacked for crossing out food use-by dates with a black marker pen. However, despite winning the claim, she was denied any...
The top 4 pain points confronting employers
Overcoming challenges in the workplace is not just essential for survival but important for growth. From staffing issues to regulatory compliance, organisations are facing an array of hurdles that demand strategic navigation. Neil Pickering, Senior Manager of HR...
Only 25% say their jobs offer them good flexibility
Ivanti’s 2024 Everywhere Work report sheds light on the evolving nature of work, with flexibility emerging as a paramount concern among professionals. Despite its acknowledged value, the study reveals a glaring gap between the demand for flexibility and its actual...
Coffee breaks boost productivity by 23%, study finds
In a bustling workplace, coffee breaks are not just moments to refuel with caffeine – they are also opportunities for social interaction that significantly impact productivity and job satisfaction. A recent study conducted by leading coffee machine providers at...
Top 4 ways remote workers can remain cyber-secure
As remote work continues to soar in popularity across various industries, the importance of cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data has become increasingly evident. Trevor Cooke, an online privacy expert at EarthWeb, shares four essential strategies to ensure...
People who work remotely are less likely to get pay rises
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Warsaw has revealed that individuals who work remotely, either full-time or in a hybrid model, are facing significant obstacles in terms of career advancement. The research, marking the first comprehensive...
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Tracy Sinclair: Coaching is the key to successful HR
It is no secret that the UK’s workforce faces a “winter of discontent”. With extreme cost of living pressures, certain sectors striking over pay and the ‘Great Resignation’ now in full swing, HR directors across the board face an unprecedented scale of challenges....
Libby Duane Adams: Unlocking the value of human capital data through AI analytics
The analysis of workforce data is key in allowing organisations to understand various aspects of their operations, says Libby Duane Adams. But, while the output of that analysis can be used to identify patterns in employee retention and predict future needs,...
Duncan Casemore: Can people analytics transform business strategy?
As the modern-business landscape continues to take shape, the voice of HR is growing in strength and has in recent years become a critical viewpoint in business strategy conversations. says Duncan Casemore. However, to hold onto that seat at the table, HR leaders need...
Ben Stocken: What lessons can HR leaders learn from the rugby pitch?
As the Six Nations returns, it might be hard to see what HR departments can learn from the grown men and women whose jobs involve physically assaulting one another for 80 minutes at a time, says Ben Stocken. In a normal workplace, every match day would involve too...
Alexander Passler: How can you create a workspace that caters to diverse professional needs?
Did you know that disengaged employees cost the global economy $8.8 trillion dollars, or 9 percent of global GDP, annually? Employee engagement is critical and, as HR leaders, it is crucial to recognise that today's workforce comprises a wide array of needs and...
Lydia Kothmeier: What HR can learn from modern marketing communications
Most of us will have experienced that point in our professional lives when the office seems ripe with gossip. Is the company laying off staff? Have we been bought by our rival? Are we moving our office location? Is the CEO about to be fired? And so forth. Water cooler...
Arran Heal: How to transform a ‘bystander culture’
The RAF’s Red Arrows team is the latest household name to be declared as having a toxic culture, where the senior figures, ‘the talent’, have been 'getting away with it’, says Arran Heal. It’s another example of the abuse of power involving bullying and harassment,...
Joe Gilliver: What is the value of corporate family events?
Employee events followed by family events and supplier events may all seem an extravagance when the word recession is being dropped in news articles with regular intensity, says Joe Gilliver. So, why would a business want to spend money on events for people outside...
Bengt Lundberg: How occupancy monitoring can create a sustainable and healthy workspace
Managing office facilities can be incredibly demanding, says Bengt Lundberg. Above and beyond keeping a building safe and functioning, businesses face the requirement of optimising workspaces, keeping them hazard-free and as healthy as possible, with the best airflow,...
Building Tomorrow’s Workplace: Reimagining HR and Organisational Design
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing global markets, most companies experience a perpetual state of organisational transformation. The rise of business shake-ups, like mergers and restructures, has become the norm, leaving businesses with the constant challenge of...
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