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CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 36: Value of the profession | Employment Rights Bill | AI performance reviewsSome consider annual reviews ‘irrelevant’ and a ‘burden’, but how would you feel about AI playing a role in the performance review process? As media scrutiny continues to question the impact and growing influence of HR, we reflect on the value the profession brings to workplaces. And finally, we ask: trick or treat, when it comes to the Employment Rights Bill?CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Transformation Leader and HR Consultant, Katherine Watkins, and Danny Mortimer, Chief Executive at NHS Employers.Recorded: 31 October 2025 CIPD members can...
2025-11-0533 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 33: Enabling high performance working: The organisation lens – with Matthew Syed (Episode 2)Just how important are team dynamics and psychological safety in driving organisational performance? What behaviours do leaders need to model to create an environment of high performance? In the second and final episode, CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by best-selling author and broadcaster Matthew Syed to explore the role of organisations in driving and enabling high-performance.Recorded: 11 August 2025Listen back to the first episode with Matthew Syed here:https://www.cipd.org/en/knowledge/podcasts/hr-people-pod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2025-09-2423 min
CIPD Ireland PodcastOur new Director on shaping the professionJoin host Meg Dunphy as we welcome the new Director of the CIPD in Ireland Alison Hodgson to discuss her journey, vision, and how CIPD is adding value to the profession.We explore insights from our latest wellbeing research, the business impact of intentional wellbeing strategies as we look ahead to the CIPD in Ireland Wellbeing Conference 2025 and the CIPD HR Awards in Ireland 2026. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1221 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 29: Unfair dismissal | Hybrid working | Graduate jobsWould capping the qualifying period for unfair dismissal protection at six months be a reasonable compromise for employers? With hybrid working perceived to have a negative impact on managers’ ability to lead teams effectively, what could organisations be doing differently? And what impact is AI having on the prospects of the latest wave of graduates entering the labour market for the first time?CIPD's Amy Crutchfield, is joined by Beth Samson, People Director at Investors in People; Garin Rouch, OD Consultant at Distinction Business Consulting; and Alison Hodgson, Market Director – CIPD Ireland.Recorded: 25 July 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2025-07-3035 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 27: Management span | People profession: perceptions, challenges, career prospectsWhat is the ideal ‘span of control’ for a manager and are there obvious warning signs that they might be overstretched? Also in this episode, we discuss results from a new CIPD survey revealing the current perceptions of and the challenges within the people profession, as well as what practitioners have said about their career development prospects. CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza, is joined by Janet Campbell, Director at Restoration & Renewal Delivery Authority, and David Blackburn, Managing Director of David R. Blackburn Consulting.Recorded: 27 June 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-0232 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 26: Getting Britain working - UK Employment Minister Alison McGovernThe Get Britain Working white paper outlines a bold vision to tackle economic inactivity and raise the UK employment rate to 80 per cent. But what does this mean for the people profession? In this episode of the HR People Pod, we put key questions from the CIPD Community to Alison McGovern, Minister for Employment. We explore the UK government's plans to transform Jobcentres, support people on long-term sick leave to return to work and deliver on the promise of a new ‘youth guarantee’.CIPD Director of Profession, David D’Souza, is joined by Alison McGovern, Minister for Employment.Recorded at CIPD F...
2025-06-1825 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 25: 'Tinkering with a system that doesn’t work' – Apprenticeships overhaulHow much should ‘policy compliance’ inform pay and bonuses? Apprenticeships are vital to building talent pipelines, but how welcome are upcoming reforms? Is rule breaking essential to breaking into new levels of performance? And how can you best manage the impact of long-term absences on the rest of your team? CIPD Head of Learning, Steve George, is joined by Alix Bolton, Chief People Officer, Europe at Smollan, Kevin Green, Chief People Officer at FirstGroup plc, and Francisca Beloso, Director of Inclusive Diversity at Alvarez & Marsal. Recorded: 30 May 2025---Renew your CIPD membership by 1 July 2025 and keep the power of membership working for...
2025-06-0432 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 24: International HR Day specialWhat’s the state of AI adoption across different regions around the world, and how are people professionals reacting to it? Where does the onus lie when it comes to skills development? How can people professionals support and develop employee resilience? And finally, what should be done about the rising trend of ‘stress bragging’?CIPD Director of Profession, David D’Souza, is joined by Dr Adrian Waite, Head of Talent, Leadership and Organisation Effectiveness at Boehringer Ingelheim, in Dubai, and Alison Hodgson, Market Director – Ireland at CIPD.Recorded: 16 May 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-2033 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 22: Ethical AI | Future skill requirements | Supporting change | ‘Pleasenteeism’As we look ahead to some of the key themes for International HR Day 2025, this episode — recorded at the CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition 2024 — explores what organisations need to be doing in practical terms to ensure AI becomes a force for good. How are skill requirements expected to evolve over the medium to long term? What role should the profession play in helping organisations navigate change? And finally, is ‘pleasanteeism’ really a thing?CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Roisin Walsh, Head of Workforce Capability and Inclusion at Civil Service in Ireland, Radha Barj, Co-Founder and CEO at Ryt...
2025-04-2333 min
CIPDPodcast 217: Willing and able: Unlocking opportunities for prison leaversPeople with past criminal convictions are a proven source of loyal, capable employees. Yet despite clear benefits, stigma – within business and society – continues to prevent many from finding meaningful work. Our research shows only 17% of prison leavers can secure a job within a year of release. So, what can employers do to offer a second chance and bring more prison leavers safely into our workplaces?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests—Jacob Hill, Managing Director and Founder of Offploy; Alison Bell, People and Communications Director at Project Leaders Ltd; and Sally Eley, Head of CIPD Trust—as we explore ho...
2025-04-0132 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 19: Curiosity to learn | Right to switch off | Toxic cultures | Career catfishingWith plans to introduce a ‘right to switch off’ facing the axe in the UK, do we need formal legislation, or could boundaries be better managed by employers? What role should people professionals play in shifting the culture of toxic workplaces? How can we maintain that curiosity and hunger for learning? Finally, how big of an issue is ‘career catfishing’?In this episode, CIPD People and Transformation Director Amanda Arrowsmith is joined by three recent CIPD People Management Outstanding Student award winners: Jamila Lecky, People Transformation and Change Manager at Group M; Victoria Keith, Global Talent, Learning and Development Manager at Total...
2025-03-1134 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 18: Labour Market Outlook | Managing redundancy | Mini-retirementTimes are tough; is there an alternative to headcount reductions and hiring freezes? With redundancy intentions at their highest level in a decade, how can HR professionals manage the mental load of implementing redundancies and can there ever be a ‘best’ way to deliver news about job losses? Finally, is there such a thing as a ‘mini-retirement’?In this episode CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Mel Steel, former HR director and interim people and transformation leader; and David Blackburn, Managing Director of David R. Blackburn Consulting.Recorded: 21 February 2025---CIPD HR30 NominationsTime to recognise excellence in HR! The CI...
2025-02-2637 minCIPDPodcast 215: Are apprenticeships the forgotten key to building talent pipelines?If employers were offered a way to meet their skills and workforce needs while also addressing long-term engagement and retention challenges, wouldn’t most, if not all, jump at the chance? Statistically, apprenticeships offer exactly that. Yet only 6% of young people are undertaking an apprenticeship. So, is it time for employers to reacquaint themselves with the benefits apprenticeship routes can bring to their business?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Karen Handley, Virgin Media O2 Head of Future Careers; Sinead Trudgill, Director of Learning and Organisation Development at Network Rail; and Andrea Gordon, HR Consultant, as we explore whet...
2025-02-0431 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 16: US – UK business relations | AI agents | ‘Snitch tagging’How will a new government in the White House and changing business attitudes in the United States affect the UK? Is 2025 the year where ‘AI agents’ enter the workforce, and if so, how should the people profession manage virtual employees? And what is the practice of ‘snitch tagging’ and how should your organisation respond?CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by People & Transformation Director at CIPD, Amanda Arrowsmith; Chief Executive at NHS Employers, Daniel Mortimer; and Chief People Officer at Gray Dawes Travel and Founder of Tap HR, Patricia Hewitt. Recorded: 24 January 2025---CIPD HR30 NominationsTime to recognise excellence...
2025-01-2937 min
CIPDHR People Pod - Ep 14: Youth employment | 2025 Predictions | Xmas parties | 'Malicious compliance'Can companies make their festive celebrations fun and risk-free at the same time? Will the new youth guarantee for 18–21-year-olds actually help to address economic activity among young people? Are you alert to the practice of ‘malicious compliance’? And what bold predictions do our panel have for the profession in 2025? CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by bestselling author and host of Eat, Sleep, Work, Repeat podcast, Bruce Daisley; director at Willow HR, Laura Callahan; OD consultant at Distinction Business Consulting, Garin Rouch; and CIPD’s senior policy advisor on skills, Lizzie Crowley.Recorded 6 December 2024 Hosted on Acast...
2024-12-1138 min
CIPDHR People Pod - Ep 13: Professor Michael WooldridgeAre people justified in their resistance of artificial intelligence, or should they accept its power in creating progress in the workplace? Equally, are organisations under too much pressure to act quickly in the face of evolving AI capability?In this special recording of the HR People Pod, CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Professor Michael Wooldridge, director for AI at Alan Turing Institute and professor of AI at University of Oxford, who suggests, “all AI programmes are, are glorified pocket calculators”. Addressing that interesting viewpoint and more, we unpack some of the burning questions around AI use in...
2024-11-2722 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 12: Crisis events | Supply chains | Politics at work | ‘Ghost jobs’How prepared is your organisation to support employees through a crisis event? Can employers ensure their supply chains are fully ethical? Should politics and work ever mix? And what’s behind the spooky rise of ‘ghost jobs’? CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by David Bearfield, Director of the Office of Human Resources at the United Nations Development Programme; Berna Öztınaz, President of the European Association of People Management and CHRO at Genel Energy Plc; and Pete Collyer, consultant and former Chief People Officer at Ted Baker.This episode was recorded live at the CIPD Annual Conference...
2024-11-1336 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 10: Employment Rights Bill specialThe UK Government has proposed the biggest overhaul of workers’ rights in a generation. What will this mean for employers and people professionals? Our panel reflects on the Employment Rights Bill announcement, examining the potential impact of the provisions, such as removing the two-year qualifying period for protection against unfair dismissal, probation period changes, ending ‘exploitative’ zero-hours contracts and the role of a new, single enforcement body, the Fair Work Agency. CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Carl Quilliam, CIPD Public Affairs Manager; Mel Steel, former HR director and interim people and transformation leader; Gareth Neale, Head of...
2024-10-1145 min
CIPDCIPD Ireland Podcast Minisode: Discussing mental health at work on World Mental Health Day10 October is World Mental Health Day and this year's theme is ‘Mental Health at Work’ so in this minisode, we discuss mental health in the Irish workplace.
Meg Dunphy, HR Policy and Engagement Manager speaks to Mary Connaughton, Director, CIPD Ireland, about what our CIPD HR Practices research is saying as well as practical tips for opening up the dialogue in organisations and looking at the working environment.
You will also hear from Dr. Mark Rowe, our opening keynote at the annual CIPD Ireland Wellbeing Conference, giving us some tips for supporting our mental health.
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2024-10-0811 minCIPD Ireland PodcastMinisode: Discussing mental health at work on World Mental Health Day10 October is World Mental Health Day and this year's theme is ‘Mental Health at Work’ so in this minisode, we discuss mental health in the Irish workplace. Meg Dunphy, HR Policy and Engagement Manager speaks to Mary Connaughton, Director, CIPD Ireland, about what our CIPD HR Practices research is saying as well as practical tips for opening up the dialogue in organisations and looking at the working environment. You will also hear from Dr. Mark Rowe, our opening keynote at the annual CIPD Ireland Wellbeing Conference, giving us some tips for suppor...
2024-10-0811 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 8: Benefits| Location tracking | Shadow policies | Sexual harassmentIs free water really an ‘employee benefit’? Would you track employees' working locations to enforce stricter hybrid working policies? And would you turn a blind eye to ‘shadow policies’? In this episode, we debate these questions and also discuss the preventative measures organisations should take to reduce the risk of sexual harassment incidents in the workplace. CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Danny Mortimer, chief executive at NHS Employers; Janet Campbell, director at Restoration & Renewal Delivery Authority; and CIPD People and Transformation Director Amanda Arrowsmith. Recorded: 13 September 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
2024-09-1833 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 6: Conflict | AI and CVs | Gender imbalance in HR | ‘Quiet vacationing’In the latest episode of the HR People Pod, our panel reflects on the recent riots in the UK, the conflicts happening globally and the effects they have in the workplace. We also get to grips with the rising use of generative AI by job applicants, the gender mix within the profession, and the concept of ‘quiet vacationing’ – another media catchphrase or a real phenomenon? CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by Caroline Roberts, associate non-executive director at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University NHS Trust, and Claire McCartney, policy and practice manager – resourcing, inclusion and talent management at CIPD.Re...
2024-08-2130 minCIPD Ireland PodcastSustainable People PracticesOn this month's podcast, CIPD’s Lisa Hogan is joined by Dr. Declan Bogan, Goodbody Clearstream, Mary Connaughton, Director, CIPD Ireland, and Sara Mullally, Network Manager, Sustainable HRM Skillnet. They discussed how organisations are getting more focused on achieving positive social and human outcomes and drilled into how HR can align workforce development with their people practices, incorporating a sustainability lens to deliver the broader business sustainability goals. For further information on sustainable people practices check out: - Our website: http://www.cipd.org/ie - Sustainable HRM...
2024-08-1333 minCIPD Ireland PodcastEmpowering HR Professionals: Evolving Roles and the Value of CIPD MembershipJoin guests Emma Anglim, director at Brightwater Recruitment, Steve George, Head of Learning at the CIPD, and Michael O'Brien, Manager (Munster & South East Region) at Collins McNicholas Recruitment and HR Services Group, as they discuss the benefits of the CIPD as a career partner with host Meg Dunphy. The episode explores the value of CIPD membership for both employers and professionals, the evolving roles of the people profession, and the wealth of support the CIPD offers to help develop members' careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-1531 minCIPDPodcast 209: What's hampering 'good work'?Our latest CIPD Good Work Index noted the experience of conflict in the workplace, as correlating with poorer mental health, poorer view of the organisation’s leadership and a higher likelihood of quitting. But what are some of the other factors that prevent work from being ‘good’?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Marek Zemanik, Senior Public Policy Adviser, UK Nations at CIPD and Aysha Al Marri, UAE National Talent and Development at Etihad Airport Services L.L.C, as we unpack the barriers to ‘good work’ and how you can overcome them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
2024-07-0228 minCIPD Ireland PodcastCIPD Ireland Annual Conference 2024 highlights (part 2)Join us for part two of our Annual Conference highlights! This episode delves into insights on AI and features snippets from two popular panel discussions. CIPD awards winners give advice on embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), maintaining it as a priority in all circumstances, and handling backlash against EDI efforts. Additionally, our HR Director panel explores the importance of workplace mental health, in line with our latest HR Practices report findings. Tune in for essential insights and practical advice for people professionals. Hosted on Acast. See...
2024-06-1734 minCIPDPodcast 208: Is a transactional attitude toward work problematic?CIPD research suggests that work is occupying a less central place in our lives, with an increasing proportion of employees feeling that a job is ‘just a way of earning money’. While it could be argued that there is nothing wrong with employees taking a transactional view of work – it may after all be a way of them self-determining healthy boundaries – disengagement with the organisation may be a concern.Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Jake Young, Senior Policy and Practice at CIPD and Garin Rouch, Consultant at Distinction, as we explore how a refreshed organisational development approach can help g...
2024-06-1033 min
CIPDHR People Pod: Pilot twoWelcome to HR People Pod, the CIPD’s new fortnightly podcast series bringing you expert insight on topical stories impacting the world of work.In our pilot episode, host David D'Souza, CIPD's director of people profession, recruits Mel Steel, former HR director and interim people & transformation leader, and Alistair Gill, chief alchemist at Alchemy Labs, to the panel as we respond to some of the key stories from the past fortnight, including the decision from John Lewis to share interview questions in advance with potential candidates and the use of AI in the recruitment process.Recorded: 24 May 2024 Hosted on Ac...
2024-06-0627 min
CIPDHR People Pod: Pilot oneWelcome to HR People Pod, the CIPD’s new fortnightly podcast bringing you expert insight and topical stories impacting the world of work.In our pilot episode, host David D'Souza, CIPD's director of people profession, welcomes Woosh Raza, executive director of people culture and inclusion at NCVO, Katie Obi, chief people officer at One Advanced and Bertie Tonks, chief people officer at Collinson to the panel as we discuss whether Gen Z are ‘lazy’, the unintended consequences of a rising minimum wage, whether more organisations are letting people work from home full-time and take a deeper dive into the growing demand...
2024-06-0631 minCIPD Ireland PodcastCIPD Ireland Annual Conference 2024 highlights (part 1)In the latest episode of the CIPD in Ireland podcast, Meg Dunphy, CIPD Ireland HR Policy & Engagement Manager, presents some of the highlights from our Annual Conference. Our CIPD Ireland Director Mary Connaughton analyses our latest HR Practices in Ireland research while Paul Healy talks about cooperation between ourselves and Skillnet Ireland as we launch our new Sustainable People Practices guide. You'll also hear great leadership insights from a CEO panel as well as an excerpt from our keynote with the wonderful Deborah Meaden, businesswoman and star of BBC's Dragons Den.
2024-05-1733 minCIPD Ireland PodcastDiscover the value of CIPD MembershipDive into this month's podcast episode, where host Lisa Hogan, our Membership Development and Communications Manager, engages in a dynamic conversation with David D'Souza, Director of Profession at the CIPD. Together, they unravel the intricacies of CIPD membership, focusing specifically on its value and local offerings within Ireland. Join us as we explore the benefits that come with CIPD membership and uncover how it can be leveraged to elevate your career journey. Whether you're seeking to maximize your professional network or enhance your skill set, this episode o...
2024-04-1930 minCIPD Ireland PodcastDigital transformation: positive work evolutionThe pace of change has never been faster and with it comes a responsibility on our profession to look at digitalisation holistically within our organisations and how we design work. In this episode we're presenting some highlights from our 2023 annual Wellbeing seminar and part two from our Digital Transformation and Talent session with Kerry Group.From the Wellbeing seminar, Dr. Caroline Murphy of University of Limerick, who is conducting research on digitalisation and the impact that has on job design on behalf of CIPD, shares insights into how job design and management practices c...
2024-01-2228 minCIPDPodcast 201: Embedding a principles-based wellbeing StrategyCIPD’s latest health and wellbeing at work report revealed that sickness absence is at a ten-year high and that wellbeing support for individuals at different life stages can be patchy. So, how can organisations offer sophisticated and nuanced wellbeing support without truly understanding the individual needs of their people?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Krystal Wilkinson, Associate Professor at Manchester Metropolitan University; Nick Pahl, CEO at Society of Occupational Medicine; and Rachel Suff, Senior Policy Advisor at CIPD, as we explore how your organisation can better understand and tailor individual support for the different wellbeing needs of y...
2023-11-0735 minCIPDPodcast 199: Evidence-based L&D - Overcoming capacity and resourcing challengesDespite increased resources in most organisations, CIPD’s 2023 Learning at Work survey found that over half of L&D teams had intensified workloads over the last year. This has left L&D professionals battling with a lack of capacity, puzzling over business priorities and with a lack of insight about what is needed. So, what can learning professionals do about it?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Sonali Narendran, Talent and Learning Partner at Starbucks; Laura Overton, Founder at Learning Changemakers; and Andy Lancaster, Head of Learning at CIPD, as we explore a number of practical solutions to help...
2023-09-0535 minCIPD Ireland PodcastCIPD Ireland Annual Conference 2023 highlights (part 2)Welcome to our second selection of highlights from our 2023 CIPD Ireland Annual Conference at the RDS in Dublin. We’ve chosen some insights on hybrid working and sustainability to share with you as well as a fascinating excerpt from one of our keynote speakers. You’ll hear contributions on the show from Oliver Dubuisson, co-founder and Chairman of Rythmik who discussed the role of AI and Chat GPT, and an expert panel of speakers including An Post CEO David McRedmond, CFO of Smurfit Kappa Ken Bowles and CEO of Coillte, Imelda Hurley. Wh...
2023-07-1824 min
CIPDPodcast 196: CIPD Ireland Conference 2023We are delighted to bring you our latest podcast, sharing some of the insights from our 2023 Annual Conference at the RDS on May 17th.
On this episode, hosted by Meg Dunphy, you’ll hear from special guest Minister of State Neale Richmond, our Director Mary Connaughton who outlined the findings from this year’s HR Practices in Ireland report and an extract from the keynote speech given by Christoph Bonert from the Josh Bersin Company.
If you joined us on the day, thank you for coming along and if you are hearing these contributions for the first time, we hope you...
2023-06-0831 minCIPD Ireland PodcastCIPD Ireland Annual Conference 2023 highlights (part 1)We are delighted to bring you our latest podcast, sharing some of the insights from our 2023 CIPD Ireland Annual Conference at the RDS on May 17th.On this episode, hosted by Meg Dunphy, you’ll hear from special guest Minister of State Neale Richmond, our Director Mary Connaughton who outlined the findings from this year’s HR Practices in Ireland report and an extract from the keynote speech given by Christoph Bonert from the Josh Bersin Company.If you joined us on the day, thank you for coming along and if you are heari...
2023-06-0831 minCIPDPodcast 196: Evidence-based L&D - Re-engage your learners with the unexpectedDo we need to start thinking differently, perhaps more creatively, to reengage your people with organisational learning? For many, a perception exists that traditional approaches to organisation training have become stale. It’s imperative for learning professionals to remain curious and open minded towards new techniques and methods, in order to get the best from their programmes. Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Andy Hoang, Founder of Beyond Blocks, Rita Isaac, Learning Coordinator at CIPD and David Hayden, Learning Content Manager at CIPD as we discuss how L&D professionals can incorporate the element of surprise and tap into...
2023-06-0628 minCIPDPodcast 193: Evidence-based L&D - Designing learning for purpose, not trendHave we become too comfortable and over-reliant on digital learning? CIPD research suggests we are losing sight of the richness of varied learning experiences and their role in effective learning transfer. So do learning professionals need to think afresh about designing content that can meet the changing expectations and needs of both the organisation and learner?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: coaching and professional development specialist, Jilly Julian, and David Hayden, Learning Content Manager at the CIPD, as we question whether we are sacrificing purpose for convenience when it comes to organisational learning. Hosted on Acast. Se...
2023-03-0727 minCIPD Ireland PodcastEquality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplaceIn this episode, CIPD Ireland HR Policy & Engagement Manager, Meg Dunphy, spoke to Lutfur Ali, Senior Policy Advisor Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Transformation at CIPD where they discussed the main considerations for EDI in the workplace.Key takeaways were the importance of Allyship and us all taking personal responsibility for ensuring our own behaviour and the accepted culture is one of respect and support and calling out anything less. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-1134 minCIPD Ireland PodcastHighlights of the CIPD-IRN Pay and Employment practices survey 2022In this month’s episode, hear CIPD Ireland Director Mary Connaughton sharing the key findings of the CIPD-IRN Pay and Employment practices survey 2022.Our research published in conjunction with IRN shows the fight to keep staff is contributing to pay increases as three-quarters (76%) of employers view employee retention as one of the biggest drivers of pay policy.Hear the podcast and read the full report here: www.cipd.ie/news-resources/reports/private-sector-pay-survey/2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-1727 minCIPDCIPD Ireland Podcast - Financial WellbeingIn this month’s episode, CIPD Ireland HR Policy and Engagement Manager Meg Dunphy spoke to Ian Milton, Senior Director of Work & Rewards at WTW, where they discussed the cost-of-living crisis, and trends in reward and recognition.
Hear how important financial wellbeing can be as a differentiating factor for employers wanting to support and alleviate financial distress.
2022-09-1625 minCIPD Ireland PodcastGender Pay Gap ReportingThis episode is kindly brought to you by Insight HR.CIPD Ireland Director Mary Connaughton joined Mary Cullen, Founder/Managing Director of Insight HR, and Eoin Lyons, Communications Manager of Insight HR.In this special episode, Mary Connaughton discussed Gender Pay Gap Reporting, the journey so far, how businesses can prepare for reporting, and key advice on how your company can help tackle the Gender Pay Gap. Hear the podcast and take a look at the below example of a Gender Pay Report from CIPD, which looks behind CIPD's ge...
2022-08-1235 minCIPDPodcast 186: What do you do with broken trust?Trust is critical for functional relationships and not least when it comes to the case of organisational leaders and their people. With scandals and examples of failed leadership making daily headlines, it is little wonder that trust in organisations may already be at an all-time low. Throw in cases of actual leadership mistakes – does the situation then become unsalvageable? Or can you repair broken trust?Join Nigel Cassidy, and this month’s guests – Veronica Hope Hailey, Emeritus Professor at the University of Bath and Richard Nolan, Chief People Officer at Epos Now – as they debate the impact of external influences on state...
2022-08-0933 minCIPD Ireland PodcastCIPD Ireland Annual Conference 2022 highlights (part 2)On this month’s podcast from CIPD Ireland, Director Mary Connaughton introduces further highlights from our Annual Conference.We’ve included a number of ways in which equality and inclusion got addressed through the day. Hear insights from guests including: - Lutfur Ali, CIPD Senior Policy Advisor - CIPD’s Chief Executive, Peter Cheese - Chief Executive of Iarnrod Eireann/Irish Rail, Jim Meade And some of our brilliant panellists from Lidl, Letsgetchecked, HiBob, and LinkedIn! You’ll hear them discussing the challenge of...
2022-06-2719 minCIPDPodcast 184: Evidence-based L&D - One size doesn’t fit all… Or can it?Accessible and inclusive experiences are critical to the success of organisational learning. Few would argue against the benefits an accelerated shift to – and adoption of – digital learning has brought to learners, particularly with greater flexibility in terms of access, delivery and coverage. But is the design of your learning drawing out the best from your workforce or a stumbling block to truly accessible learning? Join Nigel Cassidy, live from the CIPD Festival of Work 2022, and this month’s guests – Susi Miller, eLearning Accessibility Expert and Author of Designing Accessible Learning Content; Giorgia Gamba-Quilliam, Digital Learning Content Manager at CIPD – as we unpack...
2022-06-2233 minCIPD Ireland PodcastCIPD Ireland Annual Conference 2022 highlights (part 1)On this month’s podcast from CIPD Ireland, Director Mary Connaughton is presenting some highlights of our Annual Conference at the RDS, hosted by Colette Fitzpatrick. This episode features an update on our HR Practices in Ireland research, an excerpt from a panel discussion featuring Chief Executive of United Hardware Paul Candon, a catch up with Professor Na Fu of TCD and an inspirational keynote presentation from former GAA President John Horan.Stay tuned for part two coming next month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-2631 minCIPDPodcast 181: Evidence-Based L&D - Measuring Learning TransferOrganisations often invest large sums of money in learning and development opportunities for their people, but CIPD research finds that only a small minority are evaluating the wider impact on business or society (8%). Learning transfer – applying newly acquired knowledge and skills to real-life situations in the workplace – should be an integral part of the L&D process. So how can organisations measure whether their L&D programmes are having the desired impact?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests – Robert Brinkerhoff, Senior Research Adviser at Promote International, and David Hayden, Digital Learning Portfolio Manager at the CIPD – as we explore th...
2022-03-0827 minCIPD Ireland PodcastDell Technologies: lessons learned from remote and flexible workingThis episode of the CIPD Ireland podcast series is brought to you by the CIPD Ireland Midwest region.In this episode Midwest committee member Professor Christine Cross Head of Department of Work & Employment Studies in the Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick is joined by Dell Technologies Limerick HR site lead Jemma Carty to discuss what Dell have learned about remote working.Dell Technologies have been at the forefront of remote and flexible working for many years. Recorded during the summer of 2021, Christine and Jemma explore some of the k...
2021-11-2915 minCIPD Ireland PodcastUnderstanding the impact of digital work on mental health wellbeingAt CIPD Ireland we listen to what our members tell us you need and responding to those needs in lots of different ways. Today’s podcast, 15 October 2021, looks at a very timely and critical topic – how to understand the impact of digital work on mental health wellbeing.We’ve all lived and experienced the major shifts in how many of our organisations work now and as Ireland’s economy and workplaces are beginning to reopen we know it’s never been more important to consider this topic and how we are the HR and people profession can contin...
2021-10-1549 minCIPDPodcast 175: Evidence-based L&D - learning theoriesAre outdated and ineffective learning models holding your organisation back? CIPD research found that less than half of L&D practitioners are integrating new learning concepts into practice. Theories about effective learning, together with insights from behavioural science and neuroscience, can inform and shape the design of effective and engaging learning. Yet, wrapping your brain around all these theories can feel overwhelming and it can be difficult to know where to start.Join our podcast presenter Nigel Cassidy, Michelle Parry-Slater, Commercial Content Learning Manager at CIPD and Carl Crisostomo, Digital Learning Consultant at Carl Learns, as we delve into the...
2021-09-0724 minCIPDPodcast 165: Evidence-based L&D - learning culturesDo you have the right learning culture to nurture your people? What are the tell-tale signs you have developed a strong environment for learning in your organisation? Creating a supportive learning environment is imperative to ensuring employees have the right capabilities to adapt and respond to challenges in the right way. While 98% of learning and development practitioners would seek to do this, CIPD research reveals only a third feel they have achieved this feat.Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests, Gavin McQuillan, NatWest and Mel Green, CIPD, to unpack what you need to do to instil a positive le...
2020-11-0332 minCIPDPodcast 163: Managing alcohol and drug misuse - a wellbeing or discipline issue?Over a quarter of people say their alcohol consumption has increased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions. Yet recent CIPD research has found a fifth of businesses don’t offer proactive support to employees for drug and alcohol misuse. So at what point do concerns of drug and alcohol misuse become an issue for employers and how can people professionals and line managers best support their teams?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests, Professor Dame Carol Black, Simon Jones and Dr Jill Miller, as they look beyond the stigma of alcohol and drug misuse and...
2020-09-0130 minCIPDPodcast 160: Shifting the perception of workplace conflictConflict is an inevitable part of human interaction. At a time when it’s crucial we come together and strengthen our relationships, albeit virtually, inconsequential disagreements or a mishandled conversation can bubble up into unpleasant or even toxic situations. While being able to ‘manage’ conflict is a necessary skill for individuals and the modern workplace, is there a healthy and progressive side of conflict that can be channelled into success?Join Nigel Cassidy and this months’ guests, Amy Gallo, Contributing Editor at Harvard Business Review; Clive Lewis, OBE and CEO of Globis Mediation Group and Rachel Suff, Senior Employee Relations Adviser...
2020-06-0227 minCIPDPodcast 159: Managing the well-being of remote workersBefore coronavirus struck, mental-ill health was the number one cause of long-term sickness absence among UK workers. Current lockdown restrictions are likely to have exacerbated these conditions for many, and this poses a real challenge for managers who are expected to look after the health and well-being of their teams.Join Andrea Winfield, HR Director at Microsoft, Professor Neil Greenberg, Professor of Defence Mental Health at Kings College, and Rachel Suff, Senior Employee Relations Adviser at CIPD to learn how managers can have confident and sensitive well-being conversations to support the mental and physical well-being of their remote teams, and...
2020-05-0530 minCIPDPodcast 158: Business Survival In The Age Of COVID - 19We have heard many times before that we are operating in a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous) world and few would argue that current developments aren’t case in point. The outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) is without question testing businesses on an unprecedented scale. But having a well-designed organisation to respond flexibly and rapidly is only half the battle. Some organisations are having to rework their business models to deliver outside-the-box-offerings, while many others are grappling with the challenge of business continuity. Join Jaimini Lakhani, Director at Lumiere Consulting, David Frost, Director of OD at Total Produce and Peter Ch...
2020-04-0725 minCIPDPodcast 157: Handling Organisation Development EffectivelyTraditional organisation development [OD] skills are becoming increasingly embedded within the DNA across all aspects of people profession today – this is highlighted in the new Profession Map from the CIPD. In what way, then, can OD practice be integrated throughout the people practice ecosystem? How can people practitioners adopt traditional OD roles and responsibilities in their workplace?Join Dr Linda Holbeche, co-director of The Holbeche Partnership, and Caroline Nugent, HR Director at the Financial Ombudsman, as they delve into the role of organisation architects and OD professionals whose job is to explore the ways organisations can benefit from OD practice, an...
2020-03-0317 minCIPDPodcast 156: Hiding in plain sight: carers in the workplaceThere are currently 5 million workers in the UK (1 in 7 of the workforce) juggling work with care responsibilities. That number is set to increase. Working carers say their responsibility for another causes significant worry and anxiety, so much so, that it can feel like being a ‘rabbit caught in the headlights’. Employers should start developing an understanding and awareness of the issue, in order to provide the best support and retain valuable employees.Join Katherine Wilson, Head of Employment, Carers UK and Claire McCartney, Senior Policy Adviser, CIPD as we explore the impact of caring responsibilities on workers and what measures empl...
2020-02-0417 min
CIPDPodcast 155: Look ahead - key business challenges 2020A new year presents new challenges, but what are the key business issues your organisation should prepare for? From providing support and stability to employees following the UK’s withdrawal from the EU, to tackling workplace inequality and addressing diversity and inclusion at all levels of business, our guests discuss the crucial topics set to change the landscape of work.Join business journalist Josie Cox and CIPD’s David D’Souza and Edward Houghton as they ponder the year ahead, explore what organisations need to prepare for and offer top tips to help you tackle these key business issues. Hosted...
2020-01-0727 minCIPDPodcast 153: Learning In The Flow Of WorkThe concept of “learning in-the-flow of work”, coined by Josh Bersin, is a simple notion; learners can access learning at their point of need in the workplace. See Bersin’s article “A New Paradigm For Corporate Training: Learning In The Flow of Work” (Bersin, 2018) available at: https://joshbersin.com/2018/06/a-new-paradigm-for-corporate-training-learning-in-the-flow-of-work/. He cites the 2018 LinkedIn Learning survey of over 4000 L&D leaders and business professionals that highlighted the biggest barrier to learning is that employees simply don’t have enough time for learning; respondents want to learn at their own pace (58%) and in-the-flow of work (49%) (LinkedIn, 2018). This is further supported by Towards Matu...
2019-10-0127 minCIPDPodcast 152: Neurodiversity - a vital aspect of workplace inclusionNeurodiversity refers to the fact that all our brains function differently. In the workplace it’s an essential area of diversity and inclusion that refers to alternative thinking styles, including autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia. Without an appreciation of neurodiverse conditions and considering how individuals can be enabled to perform at their best at work, employers will miss out on the sought-after skills of a large talent pool and potentially neglect a significant proportion of their customer base.In this episode, Margaret Malpas, Vice President of the British Dyslexia Association, and the CIPD’s Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, Dr Jill Mill...
2019-09-0324 minCIPDPodcast 151: Executive Pay and the Psychology of MotivationAll listed companies in the UK with more than 250 people must now report the ratio between their CEO pay and the median pay of their employees. But will that make much difference to the widening gap, and are big, complex reward packages, much of a motivator anyway?In this podcast, our speakers discuss the existing models of executive pay and incentive plans, what motivates top earners and the importance of fairness in reward, as well as the future role of Remuneration Committees. We hear from Sandy Pepper, Professor of Management Practice at the London School , Professor of Management Practice at...
2019-08-0628 minCIPDPodcast 147: Menopause - the Ultimate TabooWomen over the age of 50 are the fastest growing segment of the workforce, and most will go through the menopause transition during their working lives. For every ten women experiencing menopausal symptoms, six say it has a negative impact on their work. Yet it remains a taboo topic in many workplaces. Women will continue to suffer in silence unless we break the stigma and start talking openly about the menopause at work. In this episode Deborah Garlick, from Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace and the CIPD’s Senior Employment Relations Adviser, Rachel Suff share their ideas and insights. We also he...
2019-04-0220 min
CIPDPodcast 146: Future of Flexible WorkingFlexible working includes various working arrangements such as part time, flexitime, compressed hours and working from home to name but a few. With UK Prime Minister Theresa May’s support the Flexible Working Taskforce was established to widen the availability and take-up of flexible working and is chaired by the CIPD. In this episode we’ll explore the work of the Taskforce and the CIPD’s investigations into flexible working including design, availability, visibility, and productivity. We capture ideas and insights from Peter Cheese and Claire McCartney from the CIPD, Kamal Shergill, Dan Kieran, Christine Armstrong, and Margaret Heffernan. Hosted...
2019-03-0520 min
CIPDPodcast 145: Handling Harassment - Are You Getting it Right?The past few years have seen a dramatic increase in the number of high profile bullying and harassment claims across industries and sectors, from daily newspapers and multinational corporations to government bodies. With scrutiny high and both employees and consumers demanding more transparent practice, it is essential that HR teams have appropriate policies, processes, and practices in place. In this episode we talk to Julie Dennis at ACAS about how you can best handle harassment claims, and to the CIPD's Head of Public Policy Ben Willmott about the future of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2019-02-0518 minCIPDPodcast 141: Integrating HR and L&DAs the people profession evolves to meet the needs of a changing business landscape, HR and L&D teams are becoming far more integrated throughout their organisations, working closely with different functions and using their professional skills and knowledge to improve business performance. In this episode we talk to CIPD’s own Director of people, Brad Taylor, as well as Kate Griffiths-Lambeth, HRD at Charles Stanley, along with her CEO and COO, to find out how their teams go about working with a range of different business areas and the importance they place on integrating the HR and L&D fu...
2018-10-0223 minCIPDPodcast 137: Why is it so hard to talk about BAME?The business and ethical case for diversity is clear and well established and today we’re seeing notable progress on gender. However, research shows that we’re still not seeing the same pace of change in racial equality at work. While one in eight of the working-age population is from a BAME background, this group still only holds one in sixteen of the top management positions. Despite governmental and business focus we are failing to make a meaningful and lasting impact.So what is holding organisations back? In this episode we hear clips from an event in which senior HR prof...
2018-06-0526 minCIPDPodcast 133: Cyber security: recruitment fraudIn the second part of our cyber security double-bill, we take a closer look at an area of increasing concern: recruitment fraud. Between September 2015 and September 2016 over 1200 instances of recruitment scams were identified, costing victims an estimated £500,000. With individuals losing out, and organisations and the recruitment industry facing increasing reputational damage, we discuss the factors contributing to the rise in these cases. We’ll hear from experts at SaferJobs, Cifas and CIPD on what to look out for and the steps businesses and HR professionals can take to protect themselves and others against recruitment fraud. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2018-02-0611 minCIPDPodcast 131: Cyber security - is it a people issue?One of the biggest challenges for any organisation is managing risk and for HR professionals, their people are at the heart of creating a secure organisation. With up to 96% of cyber security breaches owing to human, rather than technological error, it is imperative that an organisation’s people, its management and its processes are well prepared.In the first of two episodes we look at the cyber security risks facing organisations today – a threat which the UK Government estimates cost £27 billion annually. We’ll hear from representatives from CIPD, Safer Jobs, the Corsham Institute, Cyber Insider and Cifas, the UK’s largest...
2017-12-0522 minCIPDPodcast 130: Strength in numbers: what's new in performance managementOver the past year the issue of performance management has been much debated, largely owing to several high-profile organisations publically abolishing their annual appraisals in favour of more regular systems of feedback. In this episode we’ll be looking at some of the latest trends in performance management from appraisals and smart objectives to performance ratings and employee involvement. We’ll be talking to Jonny Gifford from CIPD, about what the evidence has shown in the field of performance management, James Brook from Strengths Partnership about a strengths-based approach, and Ali Mohammed from Great Ormond Street Hospital about the practicalities of e...
2017-11-0717 minCIPDPodcast 129: Ethics: a leadership imperativeBusinesses today are experiencing growing levels of distrust and disillusionment both internally and externally. Fuelled by high-profile stories of fraud and unethical behaviour from Volkwagen and Amazon to BHS and SportsDirect, customers, employees and investors are demanding greater transparency and stronger moral leadership from the organisations with which they do business. But is ethical behaviour a personal choice or a business imperative? New research from CIPD suggests that leaders who display strong moral character are likely to inspire greater motivation, productivity and commitment. In this episode we talk to three HR and business leaders about the role HR plays in...
2017-10-0318 minCIPDPodcast 125: HR tech revolution - friend or foeThe world of work is changing fast and technology is changing even faster. Research suggests that in the next 20 years at least 35% of the current jobs in the UK are at risk of computerisation or automation. As organisations communicate, collaborate and innovate is evolving, new skills and roles are gaining prominence. But are organisations and individuals prepared for this pace of change? And in this new technological landscape, can the future of work be human? In this episode we chat with Dr Nicola Millard, BT Global Services, David Woodward, SDWorx and CIPD’s own David D’Souza about the ways in w...
2017-05-0220 minCIPDPodcast 124: Gender pay reportingThis April new legislation comes into effect that requires organisations of more than 250 employees to gather data and report publically on their gender pay gap. These regulations come five years after the Government’s Think, Act, Report initiative aimed at encouraging voluntary transparency around equal pay in organisations. Today, however, despite such efforts, women working in the UK are paid on average 18% less than men and there is still a widely recognised under-representation of women in senior leadership positions.The new gender pay gap reporting legislation aims to drive change by highlighting these issues and encouraging organisations to both understand th...
2017-04-0417 minCIPDPodcast 117: Future L&DIn this episode we hear from Andy Lancaster, Head of L&D Content, CIPD and Nicola Josephs, Senior Executive Advisor, CEB on the challenges and opportunities facing L&D professionals now, and in the future. We also chat with Derek Bruce, Head of International Development, ABN AMRO and Alexandra Bode-Tunji, Programme Lead - Skills and Capabilities, TFL about how their organisations are preparing their employees for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-09-0616 minCIPDPodcast 116: Shared parental leaveIn this episode we chat with mum-to-be Ksenia Zheltoukhova, research advisor at CIPD, and her partner Ryan McKelvey about their decision to take advantage of shared leave and what challenges and opportunities it has presented. We also chat with Fiona Martin, Pay and benefits administrator at CIPD, to find out how it works in practice and how HR can support and encourage couples considering shared parental leave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-08-0117 minCIPDPodcast 113: Wearable TechnologyPodcast 113: Wearable Technology by CIPD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-05-0316 minCIPDPodcast 112: Interview with Scott Durairaj (Bonus)Podcast 112: Interview with Scott Durairaj (Bonus) by CIPD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-04-2606 minCIPDPodcast 110: ResiliencePodcast 110: Resilience by CIPD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-02-1216 minCIPDPodcast 108: HR and Business EthicsIn today’s business landscape HR professionals are seeking greater business credibility, greater influence and greater impact in their organisations. But what role does HR play in promoting and/or enforcing ethical responsibility in business?Recent high-profile scandals at Volkswagen, Tesco and Amazon have highlighted the importance of organisational culture and leadership, not to mention the risks of ignoring them. In this roundtable discussion Philippa Foster Back CBE, Director of the Institute of Business Ethics, David Jackson, Associate Director of HR at Manchester Metropolitan University and Laura Harrison, Director of People and Strategy at CIPD, discuss the changing role of HR...
2015-11-1916 minCIPDPodcast 106: Promoting and supporting good mental healthCIPD research shows that over two-fifths of organisations have reported an increase in mental health problems in the last 12 months – but rather than simply taking measures to deal with these problems there is growing evidence that it is in employers’ best interest to promote and support good mental health in their workforce.So how can employers work to tackle the root causes of mental health problems and provide measures to foster good mental health in their organisation? In this podcast we hear from John Binns, a well-being and personal resilience advisor, about his personal experience of poor mental health and how...
2015-10-0517 minCIPDPodcast 105: The changing landscape of rewardResearch suggests that by 2030 there will be more jobs than people. In this talent-led market, reward strategies will become enormously important in helping organisations to stand out and attract and retain the very best candidates. In this podcast Charles Cotton, Public Policy Advisor for Reward at CIPD offers insight into the shifting landscape of reward and the challenges of catering to a changing workforce with increasingly diverse needs and preferences. Neil Morrison, Group HR Director at Penguin Random House discusses the importance of reward in creating a fair and transparent culture following the merger of the two publishing houses in 2014...
2015-08-2518 minCIPDPodcast 103: Aligning L&D With Business Objectives and emerging practicesRecent research shows that just 7% of L&D professionals evaluate the impact of learning initiatives on the wider business but in these uncertain and evolving times it’s essential that L&D becomes all about alignment; with both business aims and with evolving ways of learning.But what does alignment actually look like? In this podcast we speak to three experts to gain their insight. Laura Overton, founder of Towards Maturity, discusses what is holding alignment up and what L&D should really be measuring to assess value, while Julian Stodd, Founder and Captain at SeaSalt Learning describes the new wo...
2015-07-0124 minCIPDPodcast 101: CPD for HRThe world of continuing professional development (CPD) is changing. Organisations and professional institutions are increasingly shifting their emphasis from classroom-based learning and compulsory hours or units to a much more personalised, flexible and informal approach. This podcast takes a closer look at CPD in the HR profession, exploring the benefits and challenges of a voluntary system, how it compares to other professions, the opportunities it offers for the individual and the organisation and ultimately, how CPD can contribute to building and maintaining the HR profession as a whole. In a round-table discussion, our guest speakers David D’Souza, Head of Lo...
2015-04-2824 min
CIPDPodcast 97: Look Ahead To 2015Welcome to the first podcast for 2015! In this podcast Chief Executive Peter Cheese explains the key themes the CIPD will be focusing on in the coming year and introduces 4 important thinkers discussing what they think is significant and cutting edge for the profession right now. First we speak to Nick Chater, Professor of Behavioural Science at the Warwick Business School, about the science of human behaviour and its relevance to HR issues. Next we hear from James Rule, Director of HR Solution Effectiveness at Thomson Reuters who describes a scheme called ‘partnering for performance’ that embodies the idea of aligning tale...
2014-12-1721 min
CIPDPodcast 94: The impact of EU migrant labour on the UK workforceIn this podcast we discuss the impact of increasing numbers of migrant workers on the UK workforce and in particular the effect that this is having on young people as they seek employment. We speak to Gerwyn Davies, Public Policy Adviser at the CIPD, who sets the scene for the numbers of migrant workers compared to 10 years ago. We discuss the rising number of skilled EU workers entering the UK workforce and the impact on the UK employment rate. We also speak to Alex Gennie, Senior Research Fellow, IPPR (Institute for Public Policy Research) and Sinead Lawrence, Senior Policy Adviser...
2014-09-1617 min
CIPDPodcast 92: What we're about - keeping true to your business's founding principlesWhile your business is small, the founder can personally interact with the employees and convey the core vision that they have for the organisation. As the organisation expands, this is increasingly difficult, and the founder has to rely on others to ‘sell the dream’. In this episode, we speak to Alex Saint, co-founder and CEO of Secret Escapes, about the process of ‘stepping back’ as his company has expanded and opened offices abroad. We also speak to Ksenia Zheltoukhova, Research Associate at the CIPD, who discusses recent CIPD research findings , which highlight the importance of finding a way to formalise your val...
2014-06-2519 min
CIPDPodcast 88: Thinking strategically about age diversityThis month we’re looking at how organisations increasingly need to formulate a strategic response to an age-diverse workforce, as working lives get longer and the younger end of the workforce also becomes a focus. This is about going beyond the legal necessities in terms of age discrimination and equal opportunities, and looking at the issue strategically. The CIPD’s Dianah Worman gives us a picture of the age profile of UK workers, and also talks through some of the results from recent CIPD research. We speak to Judy Greevy from HMRC about the organisation’s award-winning approach to age divers...
2014-03-2820 min
CIPDPodcast 87: Barriers to leadershipRecent CIPD research has revealed that although £3.2 billion is annually invested in training for managers across the UK, 72% of organisations report a deficit of management and leadership skills. In this round table podcast recording, we’ll be discussing why this is the case, and what to do about it. What are the barriers to effective leadership in modern organisations, and how can we overcome them? We will discuss some of the findings from the research with CIPD’s Ksenia Zheltoukhova, while Kirstin Furber, People Director, BBC Worldwide, Louise Fisher, HR Director, Xerox and Andy Lancaster, formerly Learning and Development Manager, Hanov...
2014-03-2821 min
CIPDPodcast 86: Look Ahead To 2014The CIPD’s Chief Economist kicks off the first CIPD podcast of 2014, with a cautiously optimistic note for the next 12 months. Mark Beatson tells us that employment growth may well continue, but that with average earnings still falling in real terms, it’s the productivity deficit that employers really need to tackle. We also look ahead with Peter Cheese, who discusses how he believes that the improved economic outlook gives HR professionals the space to think more strategically. Peter also rounds up some of the CIPD’s key priorities for 2014, including the ‘Valuing your Talent’ project, aiming to provide a framework...
2014-03-2811 min
CIPDPodcast 85: Social media: what's the pointWith new CIPD survey results showing prevailing uncertainty that social media has any role to play in the workplace, we discuss ways in which social and digital technologies can and increasingly will have a real impact on the world of work. We discuss how employers can exploit the potential of a more networked workforce, and talk about the altered power dynamics that can result from a more ‘social business’.HRD and prolific tweeter Gemma Reucroft (@HR_Gem) speaks about how she’s used social media to network and learn, and how her company is now building social technologies into its commun...
2014-03-2818 min
CIPDPodcast 82: Inspiring the futureFor this podcast we travelled to a careers fair in north London to speak to some students who are exploring their career options. We also speak to some of the people involved in the project, including CIPD’s Kelly Duncan and Katerina Rudiger, and Nick Chambers, Director of the Education and Employers Taskforce. They discuss the importance of tackling the mismatch between young people and employers at the recruitment stage and explain how volunteer HR professionals can help by delivering CV and interview guidance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-2814 min
CIPDPodcast 64: Pathways back to work: HR's roleThis podcast is about how CIPD and Job Centre Plus are collaborating on a mentoring pilot to help young people back to work. Stephanie Bird, CIPD’s Director of Capability, explains the CIPD’s involvement with the scheme and how it works along with Karen Warren HR Manager at Warwick District Council. Julie Lindsay, District Operations Manager Mercia North, Department for Work and Pensions, has been overseeing the pilot scheme. We also hear from John Linden a 23 year old jobseeker with a degree in English Literature who has signed up to the scheme, Tanith Dodge, Marks and Spencer’s Director of Hum...
2014-03-2521 min
CIPDPodcast 57: Agility through abundance and austerityAccording to CIPD’s research Shaping the Future, the ability to be continually change-ready is one of the eight key factors that contribute to the most successful organisations and if leaders and followers can be permanently agile then the organisation has a greater chance of sustainable success. Agility is discussed with Dr Jill Miller, CIPD Research Adviser, Jonathan Cormack, Group Head of Organisation Development at Standard Chartered Bank, Dharmendra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-2524 min
CIPDPodcast 50: HR outlook for 2011In this podcast Jackie Orme, CEO CIPD, John Philpott, Chief Economist CIPD, Stephen Moir, Corporate Director: People, Policy and Law for Cambridgeshire County Council. and Alan Walters, VP HR, Unilever, give their insight of the challenges facing HR in 2011 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-2519 min
CIPDPodcast 37: Employee engagementIn this podcast Sarah Redshaw, Dean Royles, Perry Timms and Mark Adlestone, all of whom were speakers at CIPD’s Annual Conference and Exhibition at Manchester, discuss what employee engagement means to them, how far it has come in practice and what’s next. Sarah Redshaw is HR Director for the Global Hair Business, Dean Royles is Chair of the Board of CIPD, Perry Timms is Head of Organisational Development at the Big Lottery Fund and Mark Adlestone is Managing Director of Beaverbrooks the Jewellers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-2020 min
CIPDPodcast 36: Next Generation HRIn this high-level discussion about the future of HR Lee Sears, Jackie Orme, Gareth Jones and Kevin Brady talk about the challenges for the HR profession and focus on CIPD’s ground-breaking ‘Next generation’ research project. Lee Sears is Strategic Advisor to CIPD, Jackie Orme is CIPD Chief Executive, Gareth Jones is a founding partner of Creative Management Associates and Kevin Brady is HR Director for BT Operate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-2023 min
CIPDPodcast 35: Mapping your future HR careerIn this podcast Stephanie Bird, Tanith Dodge, Siobhan Sheridan and Vanessa Robinson talk about the changing nature of the HR profession and what it means for HR careers. The focus is on the CIPD HR Profession Map and how some employers are using it to assess and increase capability in their organisations. Stephanie Bird is CIPD’s Director of HR Capability, Tanith Dodge is a member of the Executive Committee at Marks & Spencer, Siobhan Sheridan is HR Director for the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and Vanessa Robinson is CIPD’s Head of HR Practice Development. Hosted on A...
2014-03-2018 min
CIPDPodcast 34: Executive remunerationIn this podcast, members of CIPD’s Reward Panel Charles Cotton, CIPD's Reward and Performance Advisor, John Beadle, Global Head of Human Capital Performance at Standard Chartered Bank and Vice President Reward at the CIPD and Nicki Demby, Principal of Towers Perrin Executive Compensation and Reward Practice discuss issues in executive pay, in particular HR’s role in the debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-2029 min
CIPDPodcast 27: HR trends for 2009Philippa Lamb is joined by Jackie Orme, Chief Executive of CIPD, John Philpott, CIPD Chief Economist, Liane Hornsey, Google’s EMEA HR & Staffing Director, Satish Pradhan - Executive Vice President Group HR Tata Sons, Alex Wilson - BT's Group Human Resources Director. They are discussing HR trends for 2009. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-03-1718 min
CIPDPodcast 18: Employer brandingJust what is employer brand? And how does HR go about building it? We visited one major DIY retailer to hear about their approach, and got an overview of the CIPD’s research on this burning issue. We speak to Deborah Fernon, CIPD organisation and resourcing adviser, who’s led the CIPD’s research on employer branding. We also hear from Nathan Clements and some of his colleagues at B&Q about how the project has been introduced into their company. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2014-02-2622 min