A quick summary of some of my press and media coverage in the early autumn of 2024, including commentary on pensions, presentation skills, Human Resources (HR), reward and benefits, Public Relations, and (of course) some informed Budget speculation also.
Links are included for those wishing to read the full article.
Blog Post: “Some advice from Narnia” Some useful advice for budding presenters from one of the world’s great fantasy authors. Steve Herbert’s Training & Consultancy Website
Monthly Column: “Healthy Life Expectancy & Employment” Lord Darzi’s independent investigation into the current state of the National Health Service also highlights that healthy life expectancy is declining just as retirement ages are increasing. Regular columnist Steve Herbert considers what this might mean for UK employers and employment. Employer News
Comment: “Statutory Employment Rights & Job Adverts” A recent survey suggests that almost half of all job adverts list statutory employment rights as employee benefits, and experts are divided on this practice. Steve Herbert adds his thoughts on this interesting employment dynamic. People Management Magazine
Article: “The Budget: Possible pension changes” Will the current system of pensions tax reliefs survive Rachel Reeves’ first Budget statement, and if not, which elements are most likely to change? Pensions expert Steve Herbert looks at the options and impact for employers and employees. Personnel Today
Comment: “Are PR wages becoming a problem?” The cost-of-living (and then cost-of-borrowing) crisis has led to higher than usual pay awards across British business, and some politicians are now suggesting that this is a potential problem area for the UK. Steve Herbert adds some useful perspective to this debate. PR Moment Website
Blog Post: “Time Pressures” How can presenters best react to unexpected time pressures? This post contains some top tips and tactics to survive and thrive in those difficult circumstances. Steve Herbert’s Training & Consultancy Website
Comment: “Burnout – Should HR be doing more?” Glassdoor have found that employee burnout statistics remain stubbornly high post-pandemic. The CIPD’s People Management Magazine looks into this important topic, and this article includes commentary from Steve Herbert. People Management Magazine
Monthly Column: “Learning to Love the Employment Rights Bill” Labour’s plan to “Make Work Pay” is likely to represent the biggest improvement in employment rights in a generation, and many employers fear the time and monetary costs of complying with the proposed new rules. Yet regular columnist Steve Herbert thinks that savvy employers should accept - and even embrace – the new proposals. Employer News
Comment: “Fines for unhealthy workplaces?” A think tank has proposed fines for employers with unhealthy workplaces. But how practical is this, and does such a requirement overlook personal responsibility? Steve Herbert, Brand Ambassador for Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, is extensively quoted in this important article for the CIPD’s industry publication. People Management Magazine
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