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2026 HR Wishlist – Moving from Management to Enablement

HR is often caught between two identities, the operational “doer” and the strategic “enabler.” In 2026, my hope is that more HR leaders feel able to step fully into the latter. With the EU Pay Transparency Directive approaching, AI accelerating faster than organisations can absorb,

A People First Process for AI Readiness in HR

AI is already reshaping how organisations operate, but is HR ready to lead the change? In episode 4, series 4 of The Strategic Leader Podcast, we spoke with Naureen Hussain about the role HR can (and must) play in AI adoption. Not just as a

Strategic Human Resources: Practical Actions To Take When Planning Your HR Strategy

As HR Professionals we spin so many plates, from managing recruitment and onboarding to handling employee relations and performance management. Sometimes, it can be hard to find time to take a step back and look at the bigger picture of how we impact the overall

The Six Key Strategic Areas for HR Leaders in 2024

As we step into 2024, several critical questions and challenges demand the attention of HR leaders. In this blog post, I give HR advice on six key areas that will likely be our most significant challenges to get right this year, and I offer actionable

How to Achieve a Successful HR Transformation

At the forefront of attracting, developing, and retaining skilled talent, Human Resources has evolved beyond its traditional functions within a business to become a strategic driver of the business strategy, culture, practices, and success. As we navigate an era marked by advanced digital sophistication, a

How to Implement Pay Transparency: What UK HR Leaders Need to Know

Pay transparency has been a hot topic in recent years, with many organisations considering the benefits and challenges of sharing employee salary information. Proponents argue that pay transparency can improve employee engagement, reduce the gender pay gap, and increase trust in the organisation. However, some

From The Boardroom To The Courtroom – The People Crisis Podcast

As a guest on From The Boardroom To The Courtroom podcast hosted by Simon Gibson, who is a leading lawyer and now the CEO of the Spirant Group, I talk about The People Crisis. In this podcast episode with Simon Gibson, we explore the current

How Choice Theory might answer some common challenges with hybrid working

Yes, it’s another article about hybrid working. But it’s also about Choice Theory, so feel free to instead look at Choice Theory in relation to something else important in your life. By the way, if hybrid IS working well in your organisation, please do share

Differences Between Recognition and Reward With a Remote Workforce

The fast-paced world, coupled with the pandemic, has changed the way we function in relation to our work. Many of us have adopted an entirely remote setup, while others have returned to the office or embraced a hybrid approach. With any workforce, and regardless of

The Future of Reward & Talent Management

Workplace productivity brings a variety of benefits, such as profitability, employee morale and overall job satisfaction. Productivity is key and if your workforce is productive and dedicated to their work, the quality and quantity of their work will also improve. However, having a productive workforce