Ideas

TPS Ideas

The Thinking Space
Critical thinking, ideas and smart insights from global thinkers and our peer community

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging

3 minute read

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Workplaces are becoming polarised and it’s impacting equity

3 minute read

An illustration of a pastoral scene in sunshine with people in period clothes to represent the glorious path on the left and a dystopian view of office workers on the right for the complex future

The good old days: why glorious pasts still get in the way of good decision making today

Evidence-based HR

10 minute watch

Embracing evidence-based HR: How to distinguish trends from true impact | Forward Thinkers

HR Leadership

4 minute read

Graphic image of a boardroom table with diverse people around it and a female chief people officer standing in front in a power pose

Chief people officer: The new power player in the c-suite

By Sian Harrington

Flexible Working

2 minute read

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Five mistakes to avoid when implementing return to office policies

By Sian Harrington

4 minute read

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Empowering women leaders: how virtual reality avatars redefine power dynamics

2 minute read

Surreal artwork depicting a large, vibrant green tree growing on top of planet Earth, which is shown against a dramatic backdrop of contrasting dark storm clouds and bright sunlight. The Earth is detailed, showing continents like North America and the surrounding oceans. Birds are flying away from the tree, and a few leaves are being carried off by the wind, symbolizing perhaps nature's resilience and the concept of a living planet

Beyond ESG: Five core principles for ethical business practices in a turbulent world

By Sian Harrington

3 minute read

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Unfulfilled at work? Reengineer your job to be purposeful

Artificial Intelligence

4 minute read

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From automation to augmentation: HR’s role in the generative AI revolution

By Sian Harrington

3 minute read

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Overcoming HR and c-suite misalignment: how to how to bridge the gap for organisational success

By Sian Harrington

4 minute read

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Cultivating future leaders: The journey from graduate to CEO

Evidence-based HR

6 minute read

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How can evidence-based HR be made easier? A new model

People Analytics

4 minute read

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The power of people analytics in crafting a personalised workplace