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Leadership

AI in leadership: keep your team ahead of competitors with generative AI

Posted March 21, 2024

What are the risks and opportunities that generative artificial intelligence (AI) offers and how can your team get ahead of the curve? We recently welcomed Daniel Rowles as our guest speaker for a webinar on AI tools and trends – particularly aimed at those who lead teams now and in the future. Daniel is CEO […]

Market Insight

Global HR leaders interview: Ian Marchant on AI’s impact on HR

Posted November 23, 2023

We were delighted to be joined by Ian Marchant, HR Director at Finastra, to talk with our own Abigail Benham about AI’s potential impact on HR. In this truly thought-provoking discussion, Ian shared his knowledge on: You can watch the full interview or read Ian’s thoughts below. Thank you to Ian for his insights. AI […]

Industry Leaders

Future stars of payroll podcast | EP01: Daniel Greaves

Posted November 8, 2023

Payroll can, and should, play a key role in driving strategic initiatives. But it’s not always easy to position payroll in this way. Keeping up to date with the latest trends, what skills you need to progress and how to address challenges is key. Hosted by Sam Field and Jack Burns, our Future Stars of […]

DEI

Dive in Festival – inclusive language in the workplace

Posted October 2, 2023

With a world that is ever-changing, it’s become increasingly necessary for HR leaders to place additional focus on DEI and adhere to a constantly evolving narrative. No matter how big or small the actions are, simple steps such as using more inclusive language within the workplace can play a significant role in setting the right […]

Hiring advice

Webinar replay: building values-led cultures where purpose and performance go hand in hand

Posted July 6, 2023

Organisational culture and values have never been higher on the news agenda. New LinkedIn research shows that more than two-thirds (68%) of professionals in the UK and Europe want to work for companies that share their values – they have never been more important for top talent too.  Our own Clare Thornton, UK Partner, recently […]

DEI

Interview with Kate Eadie, COO: women and diversity in fintech

Posted April 26, 2023

As part of her interview series with fintech leaders, our own Aseel Ibrahim sat down with Kate Eadie. Kate is Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Insignis Cash Solutions, a cash savings platform designed to help individuals, companies, charities and local authorities earn better interest on their money. Kate is driven by her passion for growth, […]

Industry Leaders

View from the top – Lisa Hershkowitz from BIC

Posted April 18, 2023

In our most recent edition of “View from the top”, we interview Lisa Hershkowitz, Global Head of Human Resources, Group Commercial at BIC. What is one lesson you learned the hard way? Earlier in my career, I had a mentor tell me, “It’s not about you.” It seems like harsh advice, and at the time […]

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Talk less, hear more: how listening generates trust, accountability and performance

Wed, 24 April 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am

What if the quality of listening in your workplace was even 20% better? Effective listening and asking better questions are at the heart of successful commercial relationships, people leadership and team performance. Knowing when and how to flex the listening muscle means purposeful conversations that generate trust and accountability whether in a 1:1, team meeting or client interaction. We are […]

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Breakfast seminar: Activating your speak up culture

Thu, 16 May 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am

The topic of culture and conduct has never been higher on the agenda. News headlines have been dominated by stark examples – from business, media, the public sector, politics and beyond – of the human, reputational and financial damage inflicted by toxic cultures or poor conduct, where inclusion, values, behaviours and the safety to speak […]

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