Over three-quarters of UK tech executives and executives claim to be AI-savvy.
According to a new study by technology-upskilling platform Pluralsight, businesses are eager to embrace AI but their tech teams may be unprepared to use the technology. Over three quarters of UK technology and executive workers admitted that they had lied about their AI knowledge. The research also reveals emerging attitudes towards AI use, the true […]
How employers are helping employees manage financial stress
Our latest research[1] found that 40% of employees believed that money worries affected work performance because they caused increased stress levels. One out of ten (10%) employees say that it has caused them to take more sick days. The financial wellbeing research we conducted with the Reward and Employee Benefits (REBA)[2] reveals that employers are […]
Dr. Aaron Taylor: Career growth and the modern workplace re-thought by Dr. Aaron Taylor
Employee attitudes towards career advancement are changing rapidly, as is the workplace. In the past, the most important indicator of success was climbing the corporate ladder. This involved promotions and changes in job titles. Today, however, an increasing number of employees are choosing to diverge from this more “traditional”, linear path and instead prioritize skill […]
Returning to work top concern for employees with cancer
Returning to work is the top ‘practical’ concern for employees going through a cancer diagnosis, research has found. The poll of L&G (Legal & General) members referred to vocational rehabilitation provider Perci Health found this was the top concern for 83% of employees with cancer supported last year. This was significantly ahead of the next […]
Progress or PR spin? Gender pay gap in 2025 shows that it’s a man’s universe, but with better reporting
The gender pay gap report 2025 shows that this year’s UK median gender wage gap is 8.6%, down from 8.95% last year. It doesn’t seem so bad when stated in this manner, does it? Let’s not drink the prosecco yet. The uncomfortable truth is hidden behind the single-digit number: 78% companies still pay men more […]
Progress or PR spin? Gender pay gap in 2025 shows that it’s still men’s world with better reporting
The gender pay gap report 2025 shows that this year’s UK median gender wage gap is 8.6%, down from 8.95% last year. It doesn’t seem so bad when stated in this manner, does it? Let’s not drink the prosecco yet. The uncomfortable truth is hidden behind the single-digit number: 78% companies still pay men more […]
Skills shortages blight sustainability revolution
More than a quarter of UK employers face skills shortages when hiring for sustainability roles, according to hiring platform Indeed. Last week, energy secretary Ed Miliband said the government would help build a “clean power army” to hit targets for green energy generation by 2030, yet 49% of respondents to Indeed’s poll said they lacked […]
Update your workforce plan to reflect global hiring trends
After the pandemic, companies have changed how they attract, manage and retain talent. The latest Deel Global Hiring Report data shows emerging trends which can change your workforce planning strategy, no matter where you operate. This article breaks four global hiring trends down into actionable steps and offers workforce planning strategies. It also outlines strategic […]
A company denied a pregnant employee extra bathroom breaks. This is a lawsuit waiting to happen
As adults, we don’t have to ask permission from anyone to use the bathroom. We take it for granted. A woman recently asked Reddit’s Legal Advice subreddit if her employer could fire her if she needed more bathroom breaks during pregnancy? She is pregnant and works at a call centre. The company has threatened to […]
People actually think it’s good that remote working has destroyed our routines
You’re probably thinking that we’ve already covered remote working. In many ways, yes. In the midst of this battle between hybrid, remote and in-office, individuals, managers, and organizations are all trying to reach a compromise. Let me start by saying there is no magic solution. Routines are a very basic yet very simple issue that […]