Are L&D teams measuring what matters or just measuring what’s easy? In this new article, Harry Chapman-Walker, CEO at Kallidus, breaks down why L&D is still trapped in activity metrics and what it will take to prove real business impact. From shifting away from completions and courses to aligning with strategic outcomes, he outlines how L&D can finally earn influence at the top table. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehw44zuX
theHRDIRECTOR
Human Resources Services
A respected global publisher in the human resources & people management industry, providing key resources for Leaders.
About us
We are a leading independent resource for Senior HR & People Leaders established in November 2003. theHRDIRECTOR is a respected global publisher in the human resources and people management industry, providing HR & People Leaders in both public and private sectors, with thought leadership, strategic content, best practice, innovative thinking and peer-to-peer networking. As a publisher, we are focused on providing insight, expert guidance, shared experiences and strategy thinking, to a readership which is responsible for the employee experience of millions worldwide. We provide all our content as an unrivalled resource to HR decision makers, through our highly-respected monthly flagship publication in print/digital formats. We also provide, 24/seven, a huge resource of content via our website and e-communications. Additionally, great examples of our revered reputation for delivering excellent peer-to-peer learning and networking are our in-person and virtual events, which bring HR & people leaders together with academics and leading experts from across the world of HR, to discuss best practice and how to capitalise on gold standard people management practice, to capitalise on the unprecedented global business opportunities. We engage our readers across all platforms - in print and a myriad of digital mediums - and our feature led flagship publication theHRDIRECTOR is highly regarded for its unbiased, cutting-edge content. Every month, the publication provides in-depth analysis and proven strategies, to enable HR Leaders to keep on top of this fast-paced and constantly changing industry. In each issue, readers and industry experts are invited to share challenges and successes, with HR case studies from key global companies, providing real solutions to current human resource issues. Please note: we do not accept any paid for or sponsored editorial in the publication.
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- Human Resources Services
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- 11-50 employees
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- 2003
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- Strategic Human Resources, People Management, Talent, Workforce planning, HR strategy, HR and People Leader events, HR publication, HR Resource, People Management Resource, hr events, Debates, and Networking
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Is favouritism shaping who gets recognised in the workplace? New research from Perkbox reveals a growing trust problem in workplace recognition. Nearly a quarter of employees believe rewards are influenced by personal relationships, not contribution, with women feeling the impact most. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/eshd3A9F
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We’ve confused constant activity with real productivity and it’s costing us more than we realise. In this new article, Dr Andrew Sharman unpacks why output is falling even as hours and expectations rise. From fractured attention to chronic pressure and the erosion of recovery, he reveals the hidden tax modern work is placing on performance and what leaders need to rethink fast. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/er4VeUPs
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📩 In this week's HRD insider 👇 We bring together the pressures shaping modern HR leadership, from the subtle habits that push top talent away, to the widening gap between AI investment and real capability. We also explore why digital transformation so often stalls at the decision‑making stage, and share exclusive leadership insights from Formula 1’s high‑performance environment. Make sure to subscribe for weekly updates!
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Shadow AI isn’t a junior‑level problem, it’s starting in the boardroom. New research from Julian Hamood, Founder of TrustedTech, shows senior leaders are now the biggest users of unapproved AI tools, despite knowing the risks. And when the people with the most access bypass safeguards, the whole organisation is exposed. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/eiQK6i8R
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UK employee experience just ranked second lowest in the world - and the data shows why. New Benifex research reveals a sharp disconnect: while almost all HR leaders believe their employee experience is strong, only 60% of employees agree. Even after two‑thirds of employers expanded benefits this year, fewer than 1 in 3 employees noticed. The issue isn’t investment, it’s whether people can actually find and feel what’s being offered. Gethin Nadin breaks down why the perception gap is widening and what HR must do now to ensure benefits are visible and delivering real impact. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/eTpdtwH2
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💻 Have you booked your place yet? This free webinar, in partnership with Multi-Health Systems Inc. (MHS) and KinchLyons, will help you understand the human capabilities that matter most in an AI‑shaped workplace and how to strengthen them inside your organisation. You’ll hear from Alan Lyons, Partner & Business Psychologist at KinchLyons, with the session chaired by Peter Banks, Founder & CEO of theHRDIRECTOR. Discover how: - Awareness helps people stay focused and intentional when using AI - Compassion builds trust, motivation and connection - Wisdom supports better decisions and a more curious, adaptable workforce 📅 Thursday 11 June ⏰ 10:00AM –11:00 AM GMT Register for your free place: https://lnkd.in/eBNkEz4n
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The rise of “secret interview tests” is creating a legal risk most employers don’t see coming. In this new article, Chris Deeley from JMW Solicitors LLP, breaks down why unorthodox vetting tactics - from taxi‑driver tests to hidden behavioural traps - can quietly open the door to discrimination claims and costly disputes. Read the full article 👉https://lnkd.in/eqne6D_F
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Clarity is becoming one of the most powerful retention tools leaders have. In this new article, Iryna B. from Intellias, breaks down why clarity now underpins performance, confidence and career progression - especially as AI accelerates uncertainty. Read the full article 👉 https://lnkd.in/exXMHZwW
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The organisations winning in 2026 are the ones where HR and the CEO lead side by side. In this new article, Jackie Kennedy, Founder of LeadMe Academy, breaks down one of 2026’s biggest leadership shifts: the evolving, high‑stakes relationship between CEOs and HR directors. The article reveals why HR is no longer a “support function”, what CEOs must provide for HR to drive performance, and how true alignment between people and profit is becoming a competitive advantage. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/epRRz4uj