How to Network and Make Valuable Connections
It’s common to hear people say how important networking is for career development. If you know it’s something you should be doing but are unsure [...]
Culture & Engagement
8 Ways to Motivate Employees
When we are motivated, we feel enthusiastic and optimistic about our actions. Motivated employees feel better about themselves and their jobs, which improves their quality [...]
Golden Handcuffs: Definition, Meaning, Examples
You may be familiar with the term ‘golden handcuffs’, a position where significant financial compensation ensures an individual is tied to a role even if [...]
Gender Pronouns at Work: Meaning & Importance
What Are Gender Pronouns? A pronoun is a word used to replace a noun. Gender pronouns are the words we use to refer to ourselves [...]
What is the Glass Ceiling? Definition & Examples
The phrase “glass ceiling” is often used in the media to discuss women’s progress in traditionally male-dominated environments. If you aren’t sure exactly what it [...]
What are Fringe Benefits?
Definition A fringe benefit supplements an employee’s salary by providing a benefit that exceeds what is required or expected. Fringe benefits are often viewed as [...]
What is an Employee Directory?
An employee directory is a digital system that stores information about an organisation’s members. At a minimum, it includes basic information such as names, contact [...]
What are Employee Discount Schemes?
What is an Employee Discount Scheme? An employee discount scheme is a program run by a company to help its employees pay a reduced amount [...]
What is an Equal Opportunities Policy?
You likely know about equal opportunities and how important it is for companies to protect and support the rights of all individuals to have a [...]
How to Support Employees with ADHD at Work
What is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental condition, which means that it is a condition that affects how [...]
A Comprehensive Guide to Employee Tenure
Are you questioning how ‘employee tenure’ influences company culture and staff retention? This article reveals tenure’s role in business stability and team fulfilment. Read on [...]
Lone Working Policy: Definition, Inclusions, Free Template
How do you ensure the safety of lone workers and adhere to legal standards? Read on the find out. Here, we explain how to create [...]
7 Ways to Attract and Retain Women in Finance
The UK finance industry has historically struggled to attract and retain women. And while progress has undoubtedly been made in recent years – especially around [...]
Hot Desking: Pros, Cons and How to Set it Up
The concept of hot desking has been around for many years, but it has become increasingly popular as more and more companies adopt a hybrid [...]
How to Become a More Vulnerable Leader
I do not doubt that vulnerability is the secret ingredient to creating truly inclusive, equitable and diverse workplaces. Vulnerability provides an essential foundation for openness [...]
What is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?
Corporate social responsibility, or ‘CSR’, is not a new concept. However, in a world facing the consequences of climate change and social issues such as [...]
What is Imposter Syndrome? Types, Signs and Causes
Imposter syndrome is a psychological phenomenon where someone feels they are a fraud and not good enough. It can develop in someone’s personal or professional [...]
Key Takeaways from Our Panel Discussion: Coping Mechanisms for Stress and Anxiety at Work
In our latest Panel Discussion, three lovely ladies and experts on mental health revealed their inside knowledge on dealing with stress and anxiety at the [...]
ESG: What it is and Why it Matters for HR Professionals
The term ‘ESG’ is now in common use, but many of us are still getting to grips with exactly what it means and how it [...]
Key Takeaways from Our Fireside Chat: Changing Culture by Putting People First
Is there a magic formula for great company culture? We believe the key to having better corporate culture is by putting people first and treating [...]
How to Build a Positive Company Culture That Attracts and Retains Talent
We live in a world where 77% of workers consider company culture before applying for a role, and more than half think it’s more important [...]
Why Emotional Intelligence is Key to Leadership and Employee Development
Most people will have heard the term emotional intelligence and know that many experts, companies and employers consider it essential for business success. An emotionally [...]
Key Takeaways from our Fireside Chat: Embracing Gender Equality in the Workplace
In our latest Fireside Chat, Kate Usher, a Menopause Coach and Gender Equity Consultant, and Daniele Fiandaca, Founder of Token Man Consulting, shared their inside [...]
International Women’s Day: Empowering Women at Work
International Women’s Day is celebrated every March 8 to raise awareness of the discrimination faced by women around the world and to encourage citizens to [...]