Many women are forced to disclose their pregnancy to their managers before their friends and family in today’s working culture. Trying to hide morning sickness, worried about the risk of miscarriage, and hiding the excitement of their growing addition can often lead to spilling the beans early. But then what? Guidance surrounding pregnancy at work […]
Accent discrimination refers to unjustified discrimination against employees who speak English with an accent. Being northern, originally form Liverpool, this is a topic close to my heart, and one that I’ve been educating businesses on for many years. There are many assumptions associated with a person’s accent. Those with strong northern accents are perceived as […]
This July marks 50 years of Pride in the UK. Throughout the past five decades, Pride has become a vital, landmark fixture on the British calendar and is now celebrated in cities and towns across the country. So, where are we now? The triumphs The first Pride march on 1st July 1972 saw 2,000 participants […]
Diversity within the workplace helps draw top talent and foster innovation while inclusion ensures employees are able to bring their full and authentic selves to work, boosting productivity and performance. And that’s not all, companies that embrace LGTBQ+ diversity and inclusivity significantly outperform their competitors. However, 40% of LGB+ workers and 55% of trans workers […]
Gender identity is the personal sense of one’s own gender. And while there are a vast number of identities out there, some have only found their voice in recent years. The Gender Spectrum recognises these identities and demands a constant level of awareness and respect. Here’s the key terminology you need to know: Cisgender – […]
It’s Pride Month – and the 50th anniversary of UK Pride no less – so we’re encouraging everyone to activate their allyship, by immersing themselves in the LGBTQ+ culture, history and community. We’ve selected 5 LGBTQ+ books we think you should be reading this Pride: Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin An amazing gay black pioneer […]
Employee networks are an incredibly powerful way to engage people in equality, diversity and inclusion. They play a key role in supporting employees, but how do you go about setting them up? 1. Consult with senior leadership Before setting up an employee network, ensure that all management teams are fully engaged, onboard and supportive. Buy-in […]
With today (11th May) marking the annual National Staff Networks Day, now is the ideal time to determine your organisation’s stance on Employee Networks. If we have a whole awareness day dedicated to them, they must be important right? Right. What are employee networks? Employee networks provide a safe space for your people to engage […]
Proximity bias refers to when people in positions of authority show favouritism or give preferential treatment to employees who are closest to them physically. The increase in remote and hybrid-working models across the UK has caused proximity bias to spike, as those in positions of management connect more favourably with those they see in person […]
Imposter Syndrome, also known as ‘Perceived Fraudulence’, refers to persistent feelings of low self-esteem and personal inadequacy, despite evidence and achievements that prove otherwise. Those that are struggling with Imposter Syndrome believe that their accomplishments have been a result of luck or chance and can sometimes consider themselves a fraud; playing the role of a […]
Employee listening is how you capture and understand the employee experience at your organisation. With Stress Awareness Month highlighting issues such as burnout and the pressures of the ‘always on’ culture, now is the perfect time to listen to your people. Why listen? Listening to employees is more important than you think. Employees want to […]
The always-on culture of today’s working climates is a significant contributing factor of burnout. Demanding workloads, isolated WFH setups, and the technology-induced blurred lines between work and personal lives have added an increased layer of stress to the workplace. A study conducted by Microsoft in 2019 revealed that 86% of Brits had experienced anxiety due […]
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