A Telegraph article recently raised a critical question: Are businesses—and their HR functions—focusing on the right issues? Despite an explosion of HR initiatives, Britain is facing stagnation in productivity, rising sickness, and disengagement. It appears that the more processes and roles HR adds, the more disconnected employees and outcomes seem

As UK employers grapple with the financial challenges of rising National Insurance (NI) contributions, the pressure to balance the books while maintaining workplace productivity has never been greater.   For many business leaders, this increase represents a direct hit to their bottom line, forcing difficult decisions about cost management. But

Feedback is a cornerstone of personal and professional growth. Yet, in a workplace context, giving and receiving feedback remains one of the most misunderstood and mishandled aspects of leadership and teamwork. Fundamentally, there are two distinct types of feedback—technical competence feedback and human competence (soft skills) feedback. Understanding the differences

Our lives are strengthened at points of friction and challenge. It’s during these stages that our core is fortified, laying the foundation for the next chapter of life. Like a tree, growth is not linear—it branches out. Each branch, formed through resistance and pressure, extends our reach and creates new

What Truly Drives CEOs to Invest in People—Care or Financial Returns? In today’s competitive and ever-evolving business landscape, one key question challenges CEOs of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs):   What truly drives your decision to invest in people—genuine care for your employees or the promise of financial returns?  

Well-being Redefined: Transforming Lives and Organisations for Todays World. When we think of well-being, traditional frameworks often focus on two primary areas: physical fitness and psychological health. These are essential pillars, yet they represent only part of the picture. To truly thrive—in both our personal and professional lives—well-being must go

Fasting has emerged as a powerful health practice that goes beyond mere weight loss, offering benefits that impact cellular repair, mental clarity, and long-term wellness. Unlike restrictive diets that may feel temporary or unsustainable, fasting can seamlessly integrate into a healthy lifestyle and offers profound health benefits at zero cost.

In today’s UK, it’s hard to ignore the signs of a health crisis that is deepening with each passing year. Rising obesity, mental health challenges, chronic diseases, and declining overall health are part of the fabric of a system that seems unwilling—or unable—to pivot from the status quo. The figures

What Can We Learn from Neuroscience About the Benefits of In-Office Work (with Some Time Working Remotely)? As we continue to adapt to the evolving world of work, one of the most significant debates centres around the balance between remote work and in-office presence. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift

As technology becomes more advanced, it is increasingly fulfilling, not just supporting, traditional human roles. More than ever, the true success of organisations hinges on uniquely human skills—like leadership, communication, empathy, and adaptability—that technology simply cannot replicate. Yet, despite this reality, many businesses still focus primarily on technical skills, often without

Company culture has long been heralded as the cornerstone of organisational success. It’s the invisible hand that shapes employee behaviour, fosters engagement, and ultimately drives performance. Traditionally, the prevailing wisdom has been that culture is set from the top—driven by senior management, reinforced by corporate strategy, and maintained through hierarchical

In today’s fast-paced world, wellbeing is often misconstrued as a product to be purchased or a day to be celebrated. However, true workplace wellbeing transcends these temporary fixes. It’s not about the occasional yoga session or the latest mindfulness app—those are merely tools. Genuine wellbeing is deeply embedded in the

As the world of work continues to adjust to a post-pandemic reality, a significant debate is unfolding in workplaces across the globe: Should employees return to the office, or is remote work here to stay? Employers and employees often find themselves at odds on this issue, each side with its

Special Guest: Paul Burton of C Coach Sorry to introduce another “great” something. We seem to have had our fair share of these, but these events are connected, while the symptoms are different the root cause is the same. The world and the expectations of individuals has changed. We have

We can reverse this trend, it will take some time but I believe our youth and the education system is the perfect combination to address this. It will mean educators starting to move from technical education into self awareness and helping our youth understand themselves, the way their body and