The uncomfortable realities of conflict decision-making
There are many unresolved conflicts in the world today, and there are few leaders who can lead. We all do this, taking shortcuts both in our professional and personal lives. No wonder our decision making is so poor. Others seek outside help to resolve problems before trying to do it themselves. Some people give up […]
Architects call for review of sponsored worker visa rules
Architects are urging the government to rethink the introduction of new rates to sponsor overseas skilled workers in their sector. Home secretary Yvette Cooper is yet to respond to a letter, sent on behalf of industry workers, that highlights the unaffordable costs of the rule changes. In December 2024, law firms Bates Wells and Kingsley […]
SoulMatcherAI: AI-Driven Compatibility Analysis Transforms Recruitment
The RB Digital Awards are an independent recognition for companies who use innovative technologies to transform their business operations. The collaborative project between GetTransfer.com, and SoulMatcher in the category of “HR and Internal Communications”, 2025 was the winner. A Game-Changer for HR SoulMatcher is a new-generation matchmaking platform based on psychological principles. It has adapted […]
As job vacancies continue falling, wages are rising
According to the latest official statistics, UK wages continue to rise while job vacancies continue their decline. Office for National Statistics data shows that the average annual earnings rose to 5.9% during the three months ending December 2024. This is the fastest increase since April 2024. The annual earnings growth, including bonuses, climbed from 5,5% […]
A Day in the Life of an HR Professional: Jacques Quinio
Jacques Quinio, 61, has spent the last two decades working for Right Management Talent Solutions, a leading global workforce solutions provider, half of it in his native France and the rest in London, England. The father-of-two grown daughters lives with his partner and sits on the company’s UK leadership team, managing coaching and business assessment. […]
What is the latest on the WhatsApp scandal? Can employers act against inappropriate private messages?
Last week, the Labour WhatsApp scandal sparked a media frenzy when leaked messages from Health Minister Andrew Gwynne were revealed. The messages contained racist and sexist remarks, as well as a wish that a pensioner would die before the next elections. The closed WhatsApp group, titled ‘Trigger Me Timbers’, is believed to be made up […]
Boosting restaurant efficiency: How AI revolutionizes workflows
Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a major transformation in the restaurant industry. AI has a profound impact on the way restaurants operate. From automating repetitive work to optimizing worker efficiency, AI transforms how they run. Many fear that AI is going to replace jobs. However, it’s true purpose is to improve operations, make better decisions, […]
Napoleonic complex
I complained to a co-worker that, despite the SMT’s clear decisions, we still had managers trying to change the direction. This was severely limiting our progress. I thought he would agree, and we’d talk about ways to get the dissenters in line. He said, “The battlefields are littered by the corpses of soldiers who never […]
What has changed in the leadership of HR five years after the pandemic?
The Covid-19 pandemic thrust people leaders into the spotlight, elevating the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to a critical strategic role. Five years on, the expectations placed on CHROs have only grown, requiring them to balance organisational culture, governance, workforce expectations, and the evolving role of technology in talent management. In 2025, CHROs are closer […]
Innovative approaches to team feedback after a project
Have you ever been involved in a high-stakes project with a lot of moving pieces and tight deadlines? Working with a large team can be messy, especially if you are handling something of this scale for the first time. A Massive Collaboration Recently, we completed a project that involved 100 people for a popular gaming […]