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A Guide to Recruiting the Best Candidates for Your Organisation

Recruiting top talent is essential for success. Effective strategies include strong branding, clear job descriptions, employee referrals, professional development, and consistent communication. Elevate your recruitment game with a CIPD course today.

Gender Equality in the Workplace

In today’s rapidly evolving society, the conversation around gender equality in the workplace cannot be overlooked or overstated. We are far from achieving gender parity and the conversation still remains a concern for HR departments across the world.

How To Study Effectively for CIPD Qualifications: Level 3, 5 & 7

This blog offers study tips for mastering CIPD exams, focusing on time management, creating conducive study environments, utilizing CIPD membership benefits, accessing additional resources, and seeking collaboration with peers.

The 8 Best HR Books to Read in 2024

This blog introduces 8 essential books for HR professionals to navigate the ever-changing professional landscape and gain useful insight to create a well-functioning organisation.

6 HR Mistakes to Avoid This Year

Discover the key HR pitfalls to sidestep in 2024, from fostering diversity to embracing modern recruitment. Learn how to avoid word-of-mouth marketing missteps, prioritize transparent communication, focus on succession planning, and champion continuous training.

Mental Health in the Modern Workplace

Mental health at work was once shrouded in silence. It's now treated with respect. We explore mental wellbeing at work and why you should be aware of it, in this blog.

CIPD Student Stories: Fearn Kelly | CIPD Level 3

Fearn enrolled on an HR CIPD Level 3 course to assist her company with the addition of an HR department and take her own career in a new direction. 

Remote Onboarding Best Practices for a Seamless Experience

This blog explores essential practices for successful remote onboarding, including clear communication, innovative technology adoption, mentorship programs, virtual welcome sessions, structured training, regular check-ins, and a focus on flexibility and adaptability. It serves as a comprehensive guide for organizations adapting to the challenges of remote work in the contemporary landscape.

The Complete Guide to HR Jobs & Specialisms

This comprehensive guide to HR jobs and specializations explores the diverse roles within the Human Resources field. Additionally, it highlights the significance of CIPD qualifications for career advancement in HR, offering a roadmap for individuals interested in pursuing roles ranging from foundational HR knowledge to strategic leadership positions.

How to Create a Successful HR Strategy

Creating a successful HR strategy can be complex and often requires deep analysis of the company and its business needs. This blog explores characteristics, creation and examples in full, to support the development of your HR strategy.