Swiss Saturday: Elections
I heard that an election is coming up in the United States. I didn’t know that there was an election. I am a registered pennsylvania voter. I wish someone would text me in a desperate tone 12-15 times per day about the upcoming election, which i forgot about. Sebastian Castillo (@bartlebytaco 1 November 2024 I […]
LinkedIn’s Work Change Snapshot reveals UK workplaces are evolving at an ‘unprecedented rate’
LinkedIn’s first Snapshot of Work Change shows that the UK workforce is rapidly changing, with 1 in 10 global hires by 2024 holding roles which did not exist back in 2000. Jobs such as AI Engineer or Sustainability Manager reflect the need for new skills to adapt to a changing environment. The rapid development of […]
Kamala’s win would be good for UK women working – survey
According to a new study, a US election victory for Kamala would have a positive effect on women at work in the UK. Culture Amp, a platform for employee experience in the UK, found that two thirds of senior decision-makers believe a victory by the Democrat candidate will positively impact the way women are perceived […]
The agency worker’s zero-hours consultation falls below the mark
Roger Clements argues against the government’s consultation regarding zero-hours contracts with agency workers When I think about the government’s recent launch of a Consultation on Reforms to Zero-Hour Contracts for Agency Workers, I cannot help but agree with many of the comments made by industry leaders. However, I have my own concerns. Neil Carberry, from […]
In 36 States, you must allow your employees to vote while they are at work
It’s possible you are unaware, but tomorrow the U.S. will hold an important election. If you live in a battleground, then you are probably sick and tired of the tensions. You may have received so many text messages from the Kamala-Harris or Donald Trump camp that you are seriously considering giving up your phone. It’s […]
Top Talent Trends 2025: AI Impact, Hybrid Hurdles and Skill Gaps
The global organizational consulting firm Korn Ferry, (NYSE: KFY), released today its 11 th Annual Trends in Talent Acquisition Report. It reveals the top trends that are expected to influence workforce dynamics over the next year. The Korn-Ferry report is based on an international survey of over 400 talent professionals. Jeanne MacDonald is the Chief […]
Experts urge businesses to conduct risk assessments as the Worker Protection Act enters into force
HR Solutions are encouraging businesses to complete a risk assessment as a new duty is placed on all employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The Worker Protection Act comes into force on Saturday, 26th October and doesn’t just apply to office settings or usual place of work, but also […]
How HR leaders can leverage AI to have real business impact – Q&A with Unily’s CTO, Sam Hassani
• What tasks can AI do? People forget this, but AI has already been integrated into day-to-day HR practices since the early 2000s. The focus has been on automating typically mundane administrative tasks with precision and speed. However, with the rise of generative-AI, the technology has “smartened” up and expanded into more complex HR functions […]
Tessa Harris : Is the Government’s Flexible Work Legislation All Change?
As the new Labour government takes office, there are many changes that will be implemented. Many people have been focusing on employee rights and what they could mean. They also want to know how these changes may impact employers. Labour’s “Plan to Make Work Pay”, a report that outlines their plan to make work pay, […]
Six steps to reduce the stigma around men’s mental health in the workplace
Michelle Robinson Hayes, mental health trainer and preventative services lead, Vita Health Group Although we’ve made incremental steps, the stigma surrounding mental health remains pervasive – especially when it comes to men’s mental health. It’s no secret that men are less likely to seek help for mental health challenges than women, with the issue being […]