As the year 2026 ushers in, skills-based organisations are rising to prominence across the business landscape, signifying a paradigm shift towards talent-centric corporate frameworks. As we move deeper into this era, the role of HR becomes even more pivotal, with increasing expectations from Learning and Development (L&D) to drive employee growth and skills enhancement. With…
The recent dismissal of well-known individual Scott Mills has thrown the peril of an ‘information void’ into sharp relief, as high-profile terminations often lead to a complex battleground of rumour, speculation, and misinformation. The absence of comprehensive details in such circumstances generally leads to an omnipresent risk: the creation of a ‘news vacuum’, which can…
Anxiety is brewing among staff at Brewdog, the Scottish multinational brewery and pub chain, following the recent announcement of a prospective sale of the company. Fears of potential job losses are palpable as current employees have been left uncertain about their future employment. The company known for its eclectic business endeavours and its ground-breaking customer…
Recent reports reveal that global auditing firm, KPMG, is planning to implement significant employment reductions due to minimal fluctuations in employee turnover – an unusual approach as the world slowly emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic. The lack of attrition, a usual stimulus for fresh hiring, has resulted in wide-scale redundancies affecting hundreds of employees across…
A widespread talent void at senior Human Resources (HR) levels is causing alarm, as many firms grapple with succession planning gaps. Companies are now hurriedly pivoting to address a crisis that could significantly impact long-term corporate stability. The succession planning process, critical in managing personnel transitions while maintaining the smooth operation of business, particularly at…
While Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries and create new job roles, there’s a burgeoning disparity known as the “AI skills paradox.” This trend, evident in various sectors, illustrates a situation where employees are rapidly adopting and mastering AI skills, whilst their organizations lag in providing the required support. New data suggests that employees,…
A recognized name in finance, Peter Dando, recently ignited a conversation about a key term in the industry – ‘salary sacrifice’. Dando suggests a redirection, a transition in the industry’s vernacular to effectively communicate the concept to employees, thus encouraging more individuals to make fruitful financial decisions. His argument is not with the concept itself,…
In the world of work, communication is king. However, the spoken word, being as potent as it can be, sometimes leads to trouble. Even the most seasoned professionals occasionally falter, uttering phrases at work that they later regret. Derived from recent online discussions and professional advice, here are the ten most regrettable phrases often heard…
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve and permeate most sectors of the economy, the question of how it will impact professions reliant on human intelligence, such as recruitment, rises. Will AI usurp human employment consultants, or can these technological advancements morph the recruiters’ role into something more expansive and dynamic? According to Korn Ferry,…
In a competitive field dominated by leading industry-setters, HR agency ‘Let’s Talk Talent’ has claimed the prestigious title of Learning and Development Supplier of the Year at an annual award ceremony conducted over the past year. The award, presented by an esteemed panel of industry veterans, recognises organisations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to running…