Transforming employee relations: A collaborative approach
Sometimes, organisations may grapple with a perception issue among their managers, that employee relations (ER) is solely the domain of HR rather than an integral part of their own role. In such cases, for line […]
The HR – Line Manager Relationship: Unveiling Opportunities in Employee Relations
Working with HR professionals on a daily basis, I recognise the integral role they play in supporting people managers as they navigate through Employee Relations (ER) issues. Yet, have you ever considered how many hours […]
Upskill line managers to reduce burden falling on HR professionals
The new generation of managers are far more confident in dealing with many of the most sensitive topics in the workplace according to new research. The new generation of managers are far more confident in […]
On-demand webinar | Enhancing employee relations through middle managers: From research to action
Watch on demand Enhancing Employee Relations through Middle Managers: From Research to Action Following the success of our Insight Session at last year’s CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition, we’re excited to extend the content to […]
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Research: Is there a ‘perfect’ line manager for the modern workplace?
In our national research, we set out to identify the characteristics of the most confident line manager in the UK. Our findings suggest that a full-time male employee, aged 35-44, working in the North East […]
Gen Z are proving to be confident line managers
The new generation of managers are far more confident in dealing with many of the most sensitive topics in the workplace according to new research. The new generation of managers are far more confident in […]
The consequences of poor line manager training
Recent research by esphr by WorkNest has revealed that there is a critical need for retail businesses to provide more training to line managers, particularly on employee relations. It found that industry managers feel ill-equipped […]
Gen Z: Shaping the Future Workplace
Generation Z (Gen Z) may have spent the shortest time in the workforce, but they are making a significant impact. This cohort of employees brings a fresh set of expectations and habits to the workplace. […]
Navigating Sensitive Conversations in the Workplace: Boosting Confidence Among Senior Managers
Recent research explored in our latest whitepaper ‘Middle Managers Matter’, highlighted a disparity in confidence levels among senior managers in older age brackets when it comes to having sensitive conversations in the workplace. This theme […]
Empowering Middle Managers | Insight from WorkNest’s Chief People Officer
Katie Muncaster, Chief People Officer at WorkNest, was recently a panellist on esphr’s webinar held in conjunction with HR Grapevine, titled: Empowering Middle Managers: Insights From Research to Drive Success. The webinar was based on […]
Unlocking the Potential of Middle Managers: Understanding Challenges and Bridging Gaps in Employee Relations
At esphr, we talk with HR professionals and employers across the UK every day who recognise the demands of being a line manager and the critical role they play in today’s complex and rapidly changing […]
Navigating the Complex Challenges of Line Management
The role of a line manager can be challenging. These professionals play a critical role in today’s complex and rapidly changing modern workplace, and face significant challenges on a daily basis. They must possess remarkable […]
esphr x HR Grapevine Webinar | Empowering Middle Managers: Insights from Research to Drive Success
We’ve recently commissioned national research that delves deep into the challenges faced by line managers and the hidden consequences of overlooking skills gaps among this cohort. In collaboration with HR Grapevine, in this webinar we uncovered the key findings from our research and we were also be joined by a panel of experts who know the ER industry inside out.