The social component of ESG directly impacts an organisation’s human capital – its employees. ESG is not just a set of rules for ethical behaviour or sustainability efforts; it also encompasses employee welfare, diversity and inclusion (D&I), equitable opportunities, and overall employee engagement, which all generally fall into the realms of the HR team.
The role of HR in the social pillar of ESG Read More »
Is your business reaching its full potential? Whether you’re planning for a future sale, wanting to attract investment, or simply want a more resilient, high-performing company, understanding what truly drives—or drains—business value is essential. Too many businesses leave value on the table without realising it. Join People Puzzles founder, Ally Maughan, People Director Richard Cummings
Building business value in a tough economy – A CEO’s guide Read More »
by Antonia Maclean, Vistage Chair: East Midlands, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire Scaling a business can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. For many business owners, the focus is often on running day-to-day operations. However, when the time comes to scale, it becomes crucial to shift focus towards building the right systems and processes that
Scaling your business: Calling in the ‘jobbing’ experts Read More »
The financial services industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by digital transformation, regulatory shifts, and changing customer expectations. People Director Helen Norris explains that for founders and leaders of mid-tier financial firms, the challenge is twofold: harnessing technology to stay competitive while building a dynamic workforce that can adapt to constant change. The
How smart financial services firms build future-ready teams Read More »
A strong employer brand enhances company reputation, improves employee retention, attracts investment, and ultimately increases business valuation. People Director Catherine Wood shares her expertise on how employer branding influences financial success, mergers, and acquisitions.
Stronger employer brand, higher business value. It’s that simple. Read More »
With recent and upcoming changes to the apprenticeship funding system and funding rules, SMEs now have greater flexibility and more funding options to support their workforce, along with significant financial incentives.
People Director Steve Carpenter shares his insights and advice to help managers nail one of the most important, but most often neglected tools up their sleeve – the 1:1 meeting.
One meeting, big impact: Why great leaders prioritise 1:1 meetings Read More »
The vital role of care colleagues – Addressing the HR challenges in the social care sector People Directors from the Eastern region Sasha Ashton and Dean Hunter explain why it is essential for employers to prioritise building a stable, skilled and engaged workforce to ensure consistent, high-quality care to drive the long-term success and sustainability
Practical ways to save money that every business leader needs to know As a business leader, the need to manage costs while incentivising a high-performing team is always at the top of your list. With rising operational costs and new regulations on the horizon, it’s never been more crucial to look for practical ways to
Practical ways to save money that every business leader needs to know Read More »
Difficult conversations are the ones that leaders fear most and yet handling them well holds the key to success. People Director Shaun O’Hara explains why these chats are essential, why they’re often tricky, and how you can tackle them with confidence.
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