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Evidence lab live
Within organisational policy and practice there has been an emphasis upon evidence-based...
Within organisational policy and practice there has been an emphasis upon evidence-based decision-making, but how can academics and practitioners come together to put research into practice? This interactive workshop with explore how EDI policy and practices can be informed by academic evidence. Bring your experience and questions, get ready to discuss how to make a business case for changing policies and discover what evidence is needed.
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Evidence lab live
For the HR profession to be evidence-based, it needs to connect research...
For the HR profession to be evidence-based, it needs to connect research insights with practitioner expertise. Join us to be part of that two-way conversation! Topic by topic, academic experts will outline what's known in the body of research and people professionals will have space to question, probe and relate to their experience.
You'll have the chance to hear about two topics, with topics including:
Dr Emily Yarrow, Senior Lecturer in Management and Organisations, University of Newcastle
Dr Laura Byrne, Lecturer in HRM and OB, Aston University
Professor Kevin Daniels, Professor in Organisational Behaviour, University of East Anglia
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Evidence lab live
The environments in which employees work, as well as external challenges they...
The environments in which employees work, as well as external challenges they face, can have a big impact on productivity, wellbeing and work-life balance. Hear from Professor Kevin Daniels on strategic approaches for implementing Return to Work (RTW) and Stay at Work (SAW) interventions for workers with health conditions. With further thought on the impact this can have on performance. You'll then hear from Dr Juliet Hassard on the impact of mental health training for line managers on driving organisational outcomes.
Evidence lab live
Your employees are talking - but are you truly listening? In a...
Your employees are talking - but are you truly listening? In a world of endless touchpoints and data, the most valuable insights can often remain unheard, having an effect on productivity and engagement - but how can organisations ensure they are responding to the here and now? Hear from Professor Stewart Johnstone on the impact of line managers in supporting employees to resolve workplace issues, and what needs to be done to train line managers to be skilled in this area - including how to pre-empt issues within their teams. You'll then hear from Dr Emma Hughes on the role line managers can play in facilitating individual and collective employee voice and how this can reduce the burden on the people profession, while decreasing stress and burnout across the organisation.
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Evidence lab live
The world of work is constantly evolving, and the labour market is...
The world of work is constantly evolving, and the labour market is no exception to this. With areas such as technology and sustainability now becoming a core focus within job design, how can the workforce truly be equipped to tackle this? Whilst many employees need to upskill and reskill, how can young people navigate the world of work in these circumstances? Hear from Edward Yates on the challenges young people face during labour market transitions. Peter Dickinson will then explore how green skills and jobs are evolving and what this will mean for the future demand of green jobs.
Evidence lab live
How can organisations make the business case for EDI? This session will...
How can organisations make the business case for EDI? This session will explore beyond the 'why' and will dive into the 'how' when it comes to building resilient and effective EDI initiatives that can contribute to better organisational performance. Hear from Dr Claire Tyler on how bias can impact recruitment practices and what is needed to design fairer hiring practices. Join this session to discover how to drive innovation, diversify perspectives, and improve productivity.
Evidence lab live
Developing productivity in the workplace isn't always easy, with many factors coming...
Developing productivity in the workplace isn't always easy, with many factors coming into play. So what truly needs to be done to create an engaged workforce that strives for organisational success? Hear from Dr Joanne Gray on how to encourage proactivity at work, including how to create environments that encourage everyone to contribute, adapt and improve to drive engagement and productivity. You'll then hear from Duncan Jackson on how to get the most out of competency-based assessments to influence decision-making and drive productivity.
