Karam Filfilan

Freelance Business Editor and Writer at Freelance

Writer/editor for hire. Ex @FutureTalentGrp deputy editor. Words @TheTimes + @Raconteur + @siftedeu +@ICASAccounting. HR, future of work and start-up culture.

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Shaping the future of work: unlocking the value of a blended workforce

1 month ago | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

Commercial Feature Planning for the workforce of tomorrow Skill shortages and the impact of technology are forcing organisations to fundamentally rethink how they structure their workforces In a volatile business world, the organisations that succeed will set themselves apart from the competition through workforce programmes that prioritise agility, digital transformation and upskilling. Yet many are still stuck in traditional workforce models that are becoming obsolete.
HR and CEO synergy: the secret to success

Nov 7, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

A productive relationship between leaders and their employees has never been more important. From expectations of flexible working arrangements through to ongoing talent and skills shortages, the need to effectively engage your people and build trust is a must for navigating future work challenges. This means that the role of HR Leadership is now more crucial than ever before.
Is UK plc skilled enough to handle its digital transformation?

Oct 30, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

The rapid advance and uptake of technologies such as AI and the cloud in business are fundamentally disrupting how, where and even when we work. Employers are transforming their business models and processes to keep pace with such developments, but alongside this comes the need to ensure that their employees have the appropriate digital skills.
Harnessing the power of purpose in the workplace

Oct 30, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

The search for purpose at work has become increasingly important since the pandemic. New ways of working, the desire for a better work/life balance and a growing focus on business’s role in society mean that both employees and employers are prioritising purposeful work like never before. Take the great resignation, for instance. Buoyed by their experience of life beyond the nine to five, in record numbers from Q3 2021 to Q4 2022.
Humanising leadership: people-first strategies for transformation

Oct 18, 2024 | raconteur.net | Daniel Thomas |Karam Filfilan

Leadership for tomorrow: the human touch in navigating change As leaders grapple with global turbulence and financial instability, they face a stark reality: adapt or fall behind. With nearly half of global CEOs doubting their company's 10-year viability, the pressure mounts for a new breed of leadership. Embracing visionary and resilient decision-makers may be the lifeline for businesses What qualities do leaders need to thrive in a more complex and uncertain world?
The 4 milestones of payroll success: a holistic journey HR leaders must navigate

Jul 16, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

Technology has revolutionised the HR function. New systems are automating manual work, providing deeper insights through data and transforming how the function recruits, manages talent and organises itself. Payroll is no exception to this process. In such a rapidly developing environment, the road to payroll success isn’t always clear.
The education sector must modernise its hiring processes or risk being left behind

Jun 11, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

The education sector is facing huge challenges in recruiting and retaining talent. According to statistics from the Department for Education, 40,000 teachers resigned from state school positions in 2022, representing just under 9% of its entire workforce. At the same time, teaching vacancies are at an all-time high. The same survey found that more than 2,300 teaching posts went unfilled in 2022, with a further 3,300 filled by supply teachers.
Why career activism is the key to talent retention

Feb 26, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

Beset by skills shortages and fierce competition for talent in recent years, firms have been raising salaries, tempting employees from rivals and trying desperately to diversify their talent pools. But, with UK job vacancies falling below 1 million for the first time in two years at the end of last year and hiring freezes on the horizon, many employers are focusing on retention rather than recruitment.
Upskilling leaders: Kingfisher’s experiential learning journey

Feb 26, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

From meeting ambitious targets despite budget constraints to adapting to market shifts, the demands on a modern business can be high and ambiguous. Despite people arguably being an organisation’s most important asset, it can be easy to deprioritise leadership development when times are tough. Often, leadership development can be viewed as predictable, unfocused and ineffective. WDHB is a global specialist in the design and delivery of executive learning and development programmes.
Is UK plc skilled enough to handle its digital transformation?

Jan 15, 2024 | raconteur.net | Karam Filfilan

The rapid advance and uptake of technologies such as AI and the cloud in business are fundamentally disrupting how, where and even when we work. Employers are transforming their business models and processes to keep pace with such developments, but alongside this comes the need to ensure that their employees have the appropriate digital skills.