Redundancies in the Higher Education sector: Layoffs ‘done well’

Written for HRZone by Ella Overshott, Co-Director of Pecan Partnership As more universities announce redundancies, we unpack how this difficult process can be led in a way that creates the best possible experience for everyone involved. Nearly one in four leading UK universities are slashing staff numbers and cutting budgets. With up to 10,000 job losses […]

What is ‘everyday experimentation’ and why is it important at work?

By Ella Overshott, Pecan Partnership, written for HRZone According to a study by McKinsey, crisis-fuelled experimentation was the main driver of organic growth for companies during the pandemic. Companies that refocused quickly, invested more resources, and experimented with new technologies accelerated faster than others.  The trend continues as the economic and political climate remain volatile and organisations […]