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Q&A: ‘I wish we could measure creativity as we do IQ’
Head of HR Ranjani Kearsley on encouraging creativity at work, and why HR professionals should be activists‘Creativity’ is too often regarded as that elusive spark of inspiration that we have to sit...
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'Don't ditch employment protections after Brexit,' say businesses
But CIPD survey hears some laws are poorly drafted and difficult to applyMost employers do not believe a ‘bonfire’ of employment legislation is necessary post-Brexit, a report published today has...
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Applicant with Asperger’s syndrome wins ‘significant’ tribunal case
EAT agrees multiple-choice testing was discriminatory; employers urged to reconsider recruitment practicesFirms may want to rethink their recruitment policies after the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT)...
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What’s the real value of reward?
The relationship between rewards employees value and those that motivate them is complex and contextual, writes Paul Hajduk ‘Reward’ encompasses everything an employee derives from their work....
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Opinion: Someone’s background should never be a barrier to work
Halfords chief executive Jill McDonald explains why the retailer is backing the government’s See Potential campaignWe believe people’s backgrounds should never prevent them from getting into work,...
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Too many people aren’t fulfilled by work, says Sir Ken Robinson
The world-renowned educator on navigating engagement, creativity and emotional intelligence in the modern worldHe’s the man behind the most-watched TED talk of all time and, despite having a background...
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IR35 tax rules ‘too complicated’ for HMRC staff to understand
PRISM claims it has seen ‘at least a dozen’ instances where taxman has misled contractors over expenses entitlementIR35 tax rules are so complicated that even HMRC employees are struggling to...
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Married banker claims she was ‘pimped out’ by boss to land £25m account
Woman allegedly told she ‘was in the wrong profession’ after declining client’s dinner invitationA senior banker has told a tribunal she was “pimped out” by her boss to win a £25m account from a...
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Adapting to the gig economy
It can offer wins for both workers and businesses, but only if organisations adjust to the gig economy’s new working relationships CIPD research released in March found that 63 per cent of gig economy...
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‘Working with schools is making me a better HR professional’
Three practitioners share their stories of volunteering with The Careers & Enterprise CompanyCIPD members across the country are volunteering their time and expertise to help schools develop...
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War for talent and skills shortages are HR’s biggest problems, report reveals
Employers worry Brexit will usher in ‘era of visa restrictions and stricter immigration controls’Tackling skills shortages and succeeding in the war for talent remain at the top of the HR industry’s...
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Tribunal win 'shows dangers of not respecting retirement wishes'
Company accountant receives £182,000 for age discrimination after being pushed out of jobLegal experts are warning that trying to force employees to retire against their will could lead to hefty...
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Is corporate governance heading in the right direction?
Legal expert Stephen Foster analyses MPs’ latest report into corporate reform and transparencyThe publication of a green paper in November 2016 generated much discussion about the condition of...
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Opinion: Just three questions will open the door to genuine feedback
Starting honest, helpful developmental conversations is notoriously difficult. HR director Richard Barton shares his tipsEveryone talks about how important feedback is for personal development, but...
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Businesses must rethink recruitment to offset pre-Brexit jobseeker lull, say...
UK experiences steepest drop in candidate availability in 16 months Organisations are being urged to reconsider how they search for and train talent, after a report released today indicated that...
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Mother of disabled child wins tribunal after being forced out of job
Woman’s employer deemed her daughter to be a bigger priority than her job; lawyers advise caution when dismissing staff with caring responsibilitiesEmployers should “proceed with caution” when...
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Every job needs to offer workers the chance to get a better one, says Taylor...
Experts highlight career pathways as ‘vital’ for younger workers in RSA debateEmployers should focus on helping their staff take the next step in their careers to get the best from their workforce, a...
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Tweeting your way to dismissal
What can HR professionals and employees do to minimise the risks of social media posts?Imagine the scene: an aggrieved employee takes to social media to vent about a bad day at work. It may pass the...
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Opinion: How to turn excuses into results
Changing the way you interpret life experiences gives you a better chance of reaching your full potential, says Carol TalbotDo you find yourself moaning about your bad luck, or have you ever felt that...
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Apprenticeships ‘can change the way all workers learn’
Open University leader issues rallying cry as CIPD L&D Show gets underwayThe new wave of technology-enabled apprenticeships could fundamentally shake up L&D practice inside UK organisations,...
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