Mel Steel, a former HR director, and Jo Carlin, a senior VP of HR, dive into the future of work and the impact of AI in the workplace. They discuss the pressing issue of presenteeism and its toll on employee well-being, exploring generational shifts in work attitudes. The trend of ‘un-bossing’ takes center stage, questioning the role of middle management and how organizations can foster better connections. Plus, they tackle recruitment challenges like candidate ghosting, advocating for transparency in hiring practices.

Former Labour MP Iain Wright, Firstsource Senior VP HR Jo Carlin, and Mencap Exec David Blackburn discuss the implications of the UK's 'New Deal for Working People'. Topics include day-one employment rights, apprenticeship levy reform, and the expected impact of the proposed changes.