Culture
Where next for diversity and inclusion as companies reverse policies?
The recent rollback of DEI policies inside large US multinationals has been jaw-dropping to observe. But an underlying commitment to inclusive principles can still shape how we view the world
RTO disconnect: how mandates are missing the mark
Does physical presence really equate to better collaboration and culture? Drawing on learnings from Taylorism, this article argues that RTO mandates risk overlooking the true drivers of workplace success
2024 in commentary: charting a year of twists and turns
As the curtain comes down on 2024, we reflect on a year of complexity and controversy through the lens of 12 comment pieces written by the Academy’s co-founder Jeremy Myerson
Old tensions resurface as return to office gathers pace
Companies are struggling to align business demands with an employee preference for flexibility. Is the office a platform to build culture or ‘a bland grey corporate hellscape?’ The jury is still out
Stalled progress: why gender parity in the workplace remains elusive
Despite decades of effort, new research from McKinsey shows that true workplace equality remains a distant goal
Should the back-to-the-office brigade be branded as dinosaurs?
Amazon’s decision to bring its staff into the office five days a week is exposing divisions in the debate about flexible working this autumn. There’s growing evidence on both sides of the argument
Presenteeism problems: why showing up sick hurts everyone
A new report looks at how a health-led economy, syncing public health and industrial policy, could benefit workplaces in the UK and lead to better working habits
Legal talk: how the workplace can be leveraged to sustain culture in law firms
From inspiring artwork to implementing employee feedback, a new episode of the Unworking podcast looks at the office’s role in sustaining culture in a law firm
