The basics of leadership and how to develop leaders in the workplace
This factsheet explores the concept of leadership, and different approaches to leadership development. It also discusses how to develop leadership skills in people professionals, and why this is important..
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Emma Jordaan, Founder and CEO of Dubai-based consultancy, Infinite Consulting, explores leadership’s role in embracing diversity to achieve the cultural unity needed to sustain organisational performance
In this guest blog for International HR Day 2026, David R Blackburn, Chartered CCIPD and Managing Director, David R Blackburn Consulting, explores the value of building trust for leaders and organisations looking to bring the best out of their employees.
In this guest blog for International HR Day 2026, Wendy K. Smith, Dana J. Johnson Professor of Management, University of Delaware and Faculty Fellow, Harvard Business School, explores how both/and thinking will define the future of leadership.
In this blog for International HR Day 2026, Lisa Pearl, People and Change Director, CIPD, explains why HR professionals are central to creating an environment of trust-based, people-centred leadership that drives sustainable performance.
Facts on the recruitment and resourcing process; from defining the role to making the appointment
Learn how an understanding of the macro-economic context can inform HR practice
Explores the benefits of flexible working, the types of arrangements commonly used and gives practical tips on implementing flexible working practices
Discover what PESTLE means, how it influences your organisation, plus a downloadable template