Investment in tomorrow: Developing high-potential talent for leadership success
By Talogy The term “high potential” has been floating around HR circles for years. But what does it really mean? And how can organisations distinguish employees with genuine future leadership potential from those who are simply good at their current jobs? For businesses, answering this has never been more important. Skills shortages, demographic shifts and […]
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING MONTH: Managing wellbeing in always-on public sector organisations
Hybrid working has become embedded across the UK public sector, offering flexibility for employees and potential efficiency gains for organisations. However, it has also introduced new challenges around workload, boundaries and mental health, particularly in large, complex organisations delivering critical services. HR leaders are increasingly focused on addressing the unintended consequence of hybrid work: the […]
IN DEPTH: What impact could potential fuel shortages have on businesses?
As the war between America, Israel and Iran enters its second month, countries around the world are feeling the impact, with reports of potential fuel shortages or rationing as a result of the ongoing conflict. Fuel shortages or rationing could have knock on implications for both employers and employees. Kate Palmer, Chief Operations Officer at Peninsula […]
Research says young adult skills have improved ‘significantly’, but gaps remain
Young adults (aged 16-24) have made significant improvements in literacy and numeracy since 2012, reversing a position that once placed them among the lowest performers internationally. However, despite this improvement, approximately one in five working-age adults still lacks proficiency in basic literacy, numeracy or both, and the majority of these adults are aged over 45. […]
It’s time to book your place at the Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum
Registration for the 2026 Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum is now open! Explore what’s new in the industry at this highly anticipated event offering you the unrivalled opportunity to meet 1-2-1 with suppliers offering the latest competitive solutions. Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026Venue: Hilton London Canary Wharf Buyers can attend completely free of charge! Your complimentary guest […]
HSE reminds employers of duty to protect home workers as remote working rises
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a reminder to UK employers that home workers must be afforded the same health and safety protections as office-based staff, as remote and hybrid working continues to grow. According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics, 38% of workers in Great Britain were working […]
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MONTH: Embedding development into everyday enterprise leadership practice
For many corporate entities, leadership development has traditionally been delivered through intensive programmes, external courses or occasional workshops. While these initiatives can provide valuable insights, they often struggle to create lasting behavioural change once participants return to day-to-day pressures. Organisations attending the HR Summit are increasingly shifting towards coaching-led leadership development models that embed learning […]
The leadership transition gap: How can organisations prepare leaders for what comes next?
By Sally Tanski, Managing Consultant, Talogy Organisations that invest in leadership development report a 25% improvement in business outcomes, according to recent research. This highlights the importance of developing leaders not only for their current roles but also for future progression. As leaders move through different organisational levels, they face new contexts and challenges that […]
April 2026 is Wellbeing & Mental Health Month on HR Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on HR Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the human resources sector – and in April we’ll be focussing on Wellbeing & Mental Health. It’s all part of our new ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help HR industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MONTH: Using data insight without losing the human touch in the public sector
Across the public sector, leadership capability has never been under greater scrutiny. Councils, NHS trusts and central government bodies are navigating budget pressure, service reform and workforce transformation, all while being held to high standards of transparency and accountability. Many organisations are turning to data-driven approaches to leadership development. From 360-degree feedback platforms to AI-assisted […]