John Lewis' 2021 Xmas ad holds key HR teachings - can you spot them?

It may only be the very beginning of November but one of the UK’s unofficial markers of the beginning of Christmas season has been released: the #johnlewisadvert.

HR could solve BIG issues created by hybrid working

A new report signalled a further marked rise in hiring activity at the start of the final quarter of the year, leading to an inflation of starting pay.

Pay rises and better in-work benefits needed to retain staff, report finds

The labour shortage will worsen unless organisations offer staff desireable incentives to keep them, including pay rises and better working hours.

CEO Secrets: 'Company culture shouldn't be too nice'

When Tamara Littleton started her company, The Social Element, she was determined to make it a friendly place to work. However, one big setback for the business taught her that if a working atmosphere is too cordial, it may deter staff from telling each other when they are making mistakes.

How Brexit has affected the recruitment process

Chetal Patel and Ellen Hadman outline the five essential things HR professionals need to consider when dealing with the fallout from Brexit

ENDING remote work could 'destroy diversity', brand new data shows

People of colour want more time working from home than white people, that is according to a new study from a set of US economists.

Britain’s top 10 best incentives according to the results

Top 10 HR Questions October 2021: Reluctant returners

How should employers deal with employees reluctant to return to the workplace?

Why guaranteed minimum pensions still cause headaches

The pensions industry has been struggling to compensate members of an abolished scheme known for its legacy sex discrimination, explains Anna Rogers

How to turn transformational culture from fantasy to reality

As many organisations reflect on their culture and how they should evolve in a post-pandemic world, David Liddle proposes a new transformational culture model that favours purpose, equity and performance.

How the pandemic has boosted HR's credentials – and how the profession can capitalise

HR has emerged with renewed credibility from the pandemic – which is why the profession was named overall winner at this year’s CIPD People Management Awards. But the question is, where does it go from here?

Where the burden of proof lies in discrimination claims

In light of a recent Supreme Court ruling, Chris Kisby outlines what claimants need to be aware of if they want to bring a case against their employer

How managers can attract and retain talent

With the labour market experiencing a shortage of skills, Peter Boolkah explores what employers can be doing to help their staff

How to Survive the Corporate World After Going Remote

The corporate world was for many, perhaps most, something they enjoyed a now almost two-year break from. But as things have opened back up and companies have requested their workers return to a formal office setting, people find themselves wondering “how am I going to survive the corporate world again”? Returning to the office will be like riding a bike in some ways and will entail major culture and lifestyle shocks in others. Below is a guide on how to survive the corporate world after having gone remote for so long.

GENDER PAY REPORTING DOES NOT FIX ROOT PROBLEM, SAYS STUDY

A new report warns that UK’s legislation on tackling the gender pay gap does little to solve the problem at hand but instead simply monitors the pay gap.

Commuting can help improve work-life balance, study suggests

But experts say the benefits are largely dependent on the type of commute, and that other routines to break up the work day are just as effective

Why strong evidence is key to avoiding costly IR35 investigations

Most hirers have conducted an initial status assessment of their contractors since the new off-payroll rules came into force, but that’s just the first step to compliance, says Dave Chaplin

What rights do employees accused of bullying have?

Employers have a duty to take reasonable care of the health and safety of their staff and this includes those facing such allegations, says Bina Patel

The Key to Staff Retention and Recruitment

Understanding Employees Post-Pandemic Work-Perks & Must-haves

77% of the UK Experience This Work-Related Syndrome

You may read the phrase “imposter syndrome” and be surprised that there’s a term for something you feel without realising it’s a common thing. Have you ever felt like you’re not good enough for the career you have? Do you doubt yourself and feel like an imposter in the workplace? Do you have a nagging feeling that you’re winging it? You’re not alone.

Christmas Chaos | What benefits can HR use to solve the talent crisis in time for December?

Supermarket bosses have warned that the supply chain chaos is getting worse, just as retailers start planning for the key Christmas period.