Social mobility survey
How far does social background affect entry into and progress within HR? And what factors support or hinder that progress? The CIPD is inviting members to take part in an online survey to help build a picture of social mobility in the HR profession. As well as questions on people’s experiences and ambitions coming into the profession, it also aims to gain insight into the role of HR professionals in promoting social mobility in their organisations. The deadline of 7 August is fast approaching, but the survey will only take 10-15 minutes to complete.
cipd.co.uk/research/_surveys/_social-mobility


Benefits podcasts
Executive remuneration and pensions auto-enrolment are the two benefits-themed CIPD podcasts for July and August. These topical concerns are discussed by leading experts who also participated in the CIPD’s recent Reward and Employment Law conferences. The CIPD’s archive of more than 60 monthly podcasts are available to download. Members can also subscribe to receive their latest podcast automatically.
cipd.co.uk/podcasts


High performance tool
A new toolkit from CIPD Publishing provides practical support on ‘Building High Performance in Organisations’. Written by Rita McGee and Carole Pemberton, the toolkit looks at high performance from the point of view of the organisation, and from a team and leader perspective. Further sections address the issue of engagement and how to address performance problems. The resource includes tools, templates and processes that can be used to help deliver high performance.
cipd.co.uk/bookstore

Disciplinary factsheet
An updated CIPD factsheet on discipline and grievances at work is available for download from the CIPD website. It offers introductory advice on the legal positions and the processes involved, with links to further resources. The CIPD’s viewpoint is also stated.
cipd.co.uk/factsheets

Stress awareness
A new online tool and learning materials to tackle workplace stress by promoting positive management behaviour have been developed by the CIPD and the Health and Safety Executive.

See cipd.co.uk/hr-resources/axa or preventingstress.cipd.co.uk