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Lydia Smith

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How inadequate maternity leave harms mothers’ wellbeing

Looking after a baby while getting back into the swing of work can be overwhelming — especially if you don’t feel ready.

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How to speak to your boss about a women's health issue

Despite growing awareness of issues like endometriosis, menopause and painful periods, many women still find it hard to talk about their health at work.

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Five questions you shouldn't be asked in a job interview

Some questions could leave employers open to claims of discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.

9 days ago

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Could child-friendly co-working spaces fix the childcare crisis?

With UK childcare costs among the highest in the developed world, a new set-up is growing in popularity — co-working spaces with creches for children.

17 days ago

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How to manage 'time blindness' at work if you have ADHD

Some people, including those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), find it more challenging to accurately perceive and manage time.

19 days ago

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Can body doubling make us more productive at work?

This productivity strategy is thought to help you stay focused, engaged and motivated by creating an environment of shared presence and accountability.

25 days ago

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How to work multiple jobs without burning out

With less job security, the rise of the gig economy and as wages lag behind the cost of living, more people are polyworking.

27 days ago

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How 'mum brain' stigma is holding women back at work

The 'mum brain' stereotype can portray mothers as disoriented and incapable, perpetuating stigma that can negatively impact their professional lives.

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How to ask an employer about flexible working without explicitly asking

Although employers may be reluctant to advertise jobs as flexible, this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s out of the question.

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How 'emotional labour' is fuelling burnout

If we’re required to mask our emotions to fulfil the expectations of a job, it can lead to a whole host of problems — including burnout.

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How to manage rejection when job hunting

In a tough job market it's important to set boundaries and build up resilience when hunting for your next role.

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What to do if your job is at risk after having children

Up to 74,000 women every year now lose their job for getting pregnant or taking maternity leave.

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Why single parents are being left behind at work — and how to support them

A quarter of UK families are headed up by a single parent, but their needs are often overlooked by employers.

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Four key AI skills anyone can learn

Having some proficiency in AI is becoming a vital tool for workers and job seekers alike.

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Are work coaches the answer to get people back into the workplace?

With about 2.8 million people out of work due to long-term sickness, will coaches be a solution to getting them back into employment?

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The problem with forcing employees to list workplace achievements

Asking employees to compile a weekly progress report can be counterproductive for businesses.

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Does AI mean less pay for workers?

As AI changes the nature of jobs and how long it takes to do them, it could impact how much workers are paid.

2 months ago

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Is it ever worth revenge quitting your job?

More workers are resigning as a way of showing their dissatisfaction with their workplace, often driven by feelings of anger, resentment, and frustration.

2 months ago
What is career catfishing and why is it on the rise?

More and more job seekers are accepting roles and then ghosting their future employer, a phenomenon known as 'career catfishing'.

2 months ago
Why some leaders infantilise their workers

Even the most well-intentioned managers can slip into parenting mode and end up micromanaging their employees.

2 months ago

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How inadequate maternity leave harms mothers’ wellbeing

How to speak to your boss about a women's health issue

Five questions you shouldn't be asked in a job interview

Could child-friendly co-working spaces fix the childcare crisis?

How to manage 'time blindness' at work if you have ADHD

Can body doubling make us more productive at work?

How to work multiple jobs without burning out

How 'mum brain' stigma is holding women back at work

How to ask an employer about flexible working without explicitly asking

How 'emotional labour' is fuelling burnout

How to manage rejection when job hunting

What to do if your job is at risk after having children

Why single parents are being left behind at work — and how to support them

Four key AI skills anyone can learn

Are work coaches the answer to get people back into the workplace?

The problem with forcing employees to list workplace achievements

Does AI mean less pay for workers?

Is it ever worth revenge quitting your job?

What is career catfishing and why is it on the rise?

Why some leaders infantilise their workers