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CIPD Learner Stories: Trevor Thompson

Trevor was keen to add to his professional portfolio and gain his Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, find out how he gets on in his story.

HR Hauntings: Your Real Office Horror Stories

HR departments are witness everything from hilarity to horror in an organisation. In this blog, we focus on the horror. Here are your HR office horror stories!

How Do I Get My First Job in HR or L&D?

Gaining a job HR or L&D can be a lucrative and fulfilling career, however there's great competition in the hiring process. This blog explores how you can get your first role in one of the two industries, with a breakdown of the steps you could follow to increase your potential.

CIPD Learner Stories: Javana Howes

Javana is currently studying her Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management after making a switch from Psychology. Find out how she is getting on in her Learner Story.

Trending HR 2023 Topics Roundup (& 2024's Forecast)

With 2023 nearly over, we look at the key HR topics that have been trending over the year — and look to what could be trending in 2024.

A Day in the Life of an HR Manager

Eager to find out a HR manager does all day? We put ourselves in their shoes and explore a day in the life of a HR manager in this blog.

CIPD Learner Stories: Jessica Denton

After enjoying the Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management back in 2019, Jessica decided to enrol on her Level 7 Advanced Diploma with DPG. Find out how she got on in her story.

The Pros and Cons of a Career in HR

A career in HR, like many others, comes with both its pros and cons. As the profession has evolved greatly over the recent years, in this blog we explore the ups and downs of the industry, so you know what you expect before you embark on a new, exciting career.

7 Unique Workplace Policies Your Company Needs

Today's employees value work/life balance more than ever before and tend to choose job opportunities where the employer offers a good balance between the two. In this blog we explore 7 unique workplace policies that current workers are seeking, that can foster greater job satisfaction.

Employee Engagement Strategies in the Age of Remote Work

In this blog, we look at some of the most effect strategies to help boost employee engagement in your company, through the context of remote working.