Focus on
We're putting a spotlight on key topics affecting the changing world of work, so it's easy for you to find what you need.
We're putting a spotlight on key topics affecting the changing world of work, so it's easy for you to find what you need.
You make your biggest impact when you have the capability, confidence, and credibility to drive change. To do this, having access to trusted, expert and practical information is essential.
Over the coming months we will focus on key topics that impact your work such as workplace conflict, the UK Government's 'Plan to Make Work Pay', workplace performance and skills, and the impact of AI in the workplace. We want to make it easier for you to find the information to do your job.
Our Focus on resources page brings together all of the CIPD's guidance, reports, and advice on these issues, in one, easy to find place.
Organisations that invest in health and wellbeing don’t just support their people – they strengthen their business. Effective strategies help retain key talent, reduce absence, and drive productivity. People professionals are central to building supportive workplace cultures, but they also need support to prevent burnout and lead lasting change. By looking after their own wellbeing, they are better placed to develop healthy, high-performing workplaces that benefit everyone.
Explore our resources to support health and wellbeing at work
Effective leadership is fundamental to organisational success. Good leadership leads to improved engagement, productivity, retention and performance within organisations. Leadership must also prioritise engagement - ensuring people feel connected to their work, motivated, and empowered to contribute.
Explore our resources on leadership and engagement
AI is transforming jobs, careers, and workplaces and HR professionals play a vital role in ensuring no one gets left behind. Embracing AI’s efficiencies and innovations responsibly requires expertise in people, work, and change. To help you stay ahead, we’re showcasing new and existing resources throughout January and February 2025. These include reports, guides, and practical tools to understand AI’s impact on business models, operating strategies, and competitive positioning.
Discover our resources on AI
Growth and productivity depend on a skilled and engaged workforce that’s able to embrace technological change. An organisation's HR team should be equipped with the tools to give line management guidance and boost workplace productivity. Our resources will encourage greater investment in workforce development.
Explore our skills and productivity resources
As the Government releases further detail and draft legislation throughout October, we will keep you informed and up to speed on all essential information and updates on the Make Work Pay Plan.
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Recent policy changes have increased employers' responsibility to resolve workplace conflicts internally and at earlier stages. As a people professional, you make the greatest impact by having the skills, confidence, and credibility to drive this change.
Explore our workplace conflict resourcesCIPD membership
CIPD membership gives you tools to nurture your professional growth, along with all the support you need to shape your own future with confidence. We’ll help you achieve your goals, accelerate your professional development and stay up-to-date with the latest learning.
Keep up-to-date on the latest research and current practices with our reports, factsheets and guides
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From absence management to workforce trends, search by topic for the latest resources for the people profession and the world of work.