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An increasing number of organizations are assessing their senior executives’ readiness for current and future challenges. Those who delay strategic succession planning and workforce transformation will face the toughest leadership shake-ups, as leadership resilience and crisis management become more critical.

Paul Schofield, Head of Employee Relations at BAE Systems, discusses how redeployment and talent optimization strategies can help organizations manage workforce transitions and enhance employee retention during times of crisis, such as the global pandemic. These approaches support workforce transformation and internal mobility, ensuring business continuity while nurturing valuable talent.

Empathy and compassion are key principles of Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Safety, redefining leadership by shifting focus from technical skills to soft skills. Leadership training, resilience, and creating a psychologically safe workplace are vital for fostering positive organizational culture and employee well-being.

COVID-19 is reshaping recruiting and hiring strategies. Josh Brenner, CEO of Vettery, highlights how digital recruiting, remote hiring, and data-driven recruitment are revolutionizing the industry, addressing job market trends, the talent shortage, and why the future of recruitment is bright. As businesses adapt to these changes, leveraging tools like virtual interview platforms and people analytics will be key to building resilient hiring practices.

The future of work demands a renewed approach to talent management. Organizations must adapt to hybrid work models, prioritize employee experience and well-being, and invest in upskilling and reskilling. By fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, organizations can build a renewable workforce that thrives in the face of change.

Although we cannot eliminate uncertainty or the anxiety it causes, everyone can take steps to manage it. Prof. Janet Reibstein, clinical psychologist and Professor Emeritus at the University of Exeter, and Sharon Patterson, CHRO with LHH, offer advice to help leaders alleviate stress at work.

Cash is king. Or is it? When it comes to motivating and rewarding employees, a cash incentive is great, but it’s hardly the only effective option. Read the blog now!

Handling employees raise requests effectively is crucial for maintaining motivation, retention, and workplace morale. Managers must navigate salary negotiations with care, ensuring fair compensation while fostering a positive environment. By implementing key leadership skills and HR best practices, you can not only address salary concerns but also reinforce employee loyalty and enhance performance. Learn how to respond to raise requests strategically, balancing organizational goals with individual needs.

In today’s virtual work environment, teams face unique challenges in collaboration, productivity, and communication. This guide offers strategies to help remote leaders build trust, foster team accountability, and resolve conflicts effectively. These practical insights are essential for cultivating a strong virtual team culture and ensuring remote team success.

Adopting a long-term view of human capital investment is key to ROI. By investing in employee career development, upskilling, and strategic workforce planning, businesses can enable talent mobility and build a future-proof workforce ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

In the wake of COVID-19, leadership is being redefined with a focus on resilience, adaptability, and effective communication. Leaders now need skills in fostering psychological safety, engaging remote teams, and navigating organizational culture shifts. This evolution in leadership styles is essential to meet the demands of the future of work.

When it comes right down to it, crisis management is the ultimate test of leadership. Are you prepared for the challenges to come? Do you have the people in place to help you manage a crisis? Are you prepared to make decisions quickly and assertively?