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HR professionals buckling under pressure: report highlights burnout crisis
A new report by Cezanne has uncovered the alarming levels of stress and burnout experienced by HR professionals across the UK today.
Health and Wellbeing: are you giving too much?
Employee health and wellbeing has dominated the HR agenda in recent times. World events, economic trends, physical and mental health awareness have all conspired to bring a huge challenge to HR – how to look after a workforce under pressure and enable them to do their best work.
The Burnout Syndrome
Many have heard of the word ''burnout'' at some time during their professional, and personal, lives, with newer phrases such as ''mid-year burnout'' becoming increasingly common to describe the feelings of lethargy that many people experience during the middle months of the year.
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HR is never about Me
Ólafur Kári Júlíusson is Head of People and Culture, DTE. With a background in Occupational Psychology he combines a big picture overview of HR with the minutiae of everyday working life.
Death of the UK Sick Note
Michael Doolin, CEO of Clover HR and former HR director for brands including PwC, DPD and BA discusses what the end of 'sick note culture' could mean for employers
A Driven Approach
From building her own HR practice to helping her current employer grow across the world, Sam Moxham, Chief People Officer at financial services business Progeny, thrives on seeing others become successful, whatever form that takes.
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Call for HR to Meet Cancer Needs
World Cancer day has re-emphasised the role of the workplace in helping people’s awareness and management of this disease.
Blue Monday: pre-emptive and holistic support required
Originating from a 2005 press release from Sky Travel which cited the work of psychologist Dr. Cliff Arnall, Blue Monday continues to serve as a wake-up call for businesses to look after their employees.
Financial Wellbeing: Women and non-managers face financial exclusion
An industry report has found that women and non-managers face significantly greater financial challenges than the average UK employee. The report goes on to suggest that HR isn’t addressing these people’s needs.
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Menopause: The real reason there are less women in the board room?
Sharon MacArthur, leading menopause educator and founder of Miss Menopause explores the impact of the menopause on women's careers.
Being There: How to provide support during uncertain times
Recent unrest in the UK has left many feeling divided, and at times, scared for their wellbeing. This can be a particular issue for security officers, explains Magda Jablonska El-Aasar, HR director at Corps Security.
Constructive Mental Health: Why construction industry employers must deliver support
As of 2024, more than one in seven adults say their mental health is either poor or the worst it has ever been. In this article Ellie Jobes, HR Director at Bagnalls, highlights the employers’ role and responsibility.
Strategic Employee Wellbeing
Professor Sir Cary Cooper, ALLIANCE Manchester Business School, University of Manchester outlines what good looks like for organisations.
Ain’t got no satisfaction? How to create wellbeing for employees.
Ann Chambers, HR Director, Ecotone highlights the ways her company delivers satisfaction to employees.
Wellbeing Washing: The impact on employee trust and engagement
Chris Brown, CEO of leading employee recognition, benefits, and reward platform, Rippl, discusses the dangers of failing to deliver on wellbeing commitments for employee trust and engagement, and looks at how to ensure your organisation fosters a culture of authenticity.