🌍 Creating Inclusive Workplaces: Lessons from The Inclusive Workplace Conference Last week, I attended The Inclusive Workplace Conference at County Hall, London, hosted by Santé Group and Headspace. Thanks to Paul Nugent for inviting me. Here are my key takeaways: ✅ HR's Expanding Role: HR professionals are now strategists, culture shapers, and mediators. Balancing DEI, hybrid work, and mental health support has never been more critical. ✅ Training, Development and Coaching Matters: Embedding training through coaching empowers teams to thrive, fostering resilience, adaptability, and sustainable growth. ✅ Generational Balance: With five generations in the workplace, inclusivity isn’t just important—it’s essential for collaboration and innovation. ✅ Leadership’s Role: Culture starts at the top. Leaders must champion DEI and provide HR with the tools to build a thriving workplace. Let’s invest in our people and their ongoing development where everyone thrives. Increase talent attraction and retention by shaping workplace cultures that last! You can read the complete blog here: https://buff.ly/3ZqIYAd #DEI #Leadership #Coaching #WorkplaceCulture #HRTransformation #SallyPhilip #LeadershipRole #Mentorship
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