The We-are-HR January 2025 Newsletter

Dear Readers,

How was your January?

We had a dynamic start to the year.

January began with incredible momentum as we launched and successfully delivered the first session of the CMI programme, welcoming a fantastic group of enthusiastic learners. Each of them is eager to enhance their leadership and management skills through an accredited and recognised programme, and we couldn’t be more excited to support them on this journey!

Building Leaders for the Future

Our syllabus is designed to be comprehensive and well-rounded, covering key areas of leadership and management, including:

?? Leading Strategic Change

?? Developing Organisational Strategy

?? Strategic Change Management

?? Strategic Project Management

These topics are essential for anyone stepping into or advancing in a leadership or management role, ensuring they have the skills to navigate complex challenges with confidence.

Constantly Evolving, Always Improving.

Beyond launching our new programmes, we’ve also been refining and streamlining our processes to enhance the learning experience. Your feedback is at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to being passionate, friendly, driven, and caring—values that shine through in the high-quality service we provide to our learners and clients.

Celebrating Success!

Amidst all this excitement, our learners didn’t miss the chance to celebrate completing their programme! They came together for a well-earned meet-up over drinks, and it was a fantastic evening filled with laughter, networking, and shared accomplishments.

To keep the spirit alive, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be hosting three celebratory meet-ups per year for our finishers! Keep an eye on your inbox—we’ll be sending out details to our learners soon on the date, time, and venue for the next event.

Monthly Webinar Insights

Our monthly webinar, Strategic Career and Goal Planning for 2025, was an outstanding session filled with powerful insights from Abiola Oke (Chartered FCIPD, FCIPM, FIMC, CMC) and Gabrielle F. . We were delighted to see such an engaged audience, making it one of our most interactive sessions yet! It was fantastic to witness participants actively joining in the activities, creating a truly dynamic and enriching experience.

In case you missed it or want to revisit key points, here’s a quick recap of the major takeaways:

1?? Goals Are Your Life’s Compass: Without clear goals, you’re like a ship without direction. Set goals to guide your personal and professional journey.

2?? Go Beyond SMART—Make Goals SMARTER: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound—plus Evaluate and Reward for continuous growth.

3?? Align Goals with Your Vision: Tie your goals to your long-term vision and core values to create purpose-driven success.

4?? Break Down Big Goals: Small, manageable steps = consistent progress + more reasons to celebrate along the way. ??

5?? Accountability is Your Secret Weapon: Whether it’s a mentor, coach, or accountability partner, having someone to keep you on track makes all the difference.

6?? Shift Your Mindset: Gabrielle’s golden rule: “Focus on who you need to become to achieve your goals.” Your identity drives your habits, and your habits lead to success.

7?? Avoid Common Pitfalls: Say goodbye to procrastination, fear of failure, and vague goals—clarity and action are key!

8?? Celebrate the Journey: Don’t wait for the finish line—acknowledge and reward every milestone you hit along the way.

Please make contact at [email protected] if you were unable to attend and would like to have the recording and resources.

Poll Results

Alongside our webinar, we also ran a LinkedIn poll asking our community: What’s your primary focus when setting goals for the New Year? The responses were fascinating!

• Big Picture ?? – 29% of you take a long-term approach, focusing on overarching ambitions.
• Daily Wins ? – 7% prefer to break goals into small, manageable achievements.
• A Mix of Both ?? – 43% strike a balance between vision and action.
• I Prioritise as I Go ?? – 21% adopt a more flexible, adaptable approach.

It’s always insightful to see how different people tackle goal setting. No matter your approach, the key is finding what works best for you! Thank you to everyone who took part, your engagement makes these discussions even more valuable.

Upcoming Webinar: Managing Trauma in the Workplace – 27th February

Join us on 27th February for an interactive webinar exploring how trauma impacts workplace behaviours, from conflict avoidance to burnout. Learn how organisations can create trauma-informed environments that support well-being, performance, and team dynamics.

Meet the Speaker

Pinky Jangra is a resilience and well-being expert featured on BBC Asian Network Radio and UK Health Radio. With a background in management consulting, she helps organisations bridge personal growth with workplace transformation.

Who Should Attend?

? HR professionals and leaders

? Managers and team leads

? Mental health and well-being advocates

? Organisational development specialists

? Anyone interested in building a supportive workplace culture

Why Attend?

? Recognise signs of trauma in workplace behaviours.

? Learn strategies to support staff well-being.

? Enhance team dynamics and performance

? Build a resilient, inclusive company culture.

? Reduce burnout and improve retention

Register now and take the next step in fostering a healthier workplace!

?? Click here to register

A Proud Milestone Achieved!

Hard work, perseverance, and a passion for learning have led me to a significant achievement. I ( Natasia Hieber MA Chartered MCIPD PGCE ) am officially QTLS and MSET certified! This marks the culmination of two years of dedication to professional development in teaching and learning, and I could not be prouder of this journey.

Of course, no success comes without its challenges. A few setbacks over the summer tried to slow me down, but giving up was never an option. With determination and the incredible support of my professional mentor, I stayed on track and reached my goal.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who encouraged me along the way. Here is to lifelong learning, growth, and the exciting journey ahead!

A Huge Congratulations to Our CIPD Finishers This Month!

Let’s give a big round of applause to Shannon Anderson, Iretunde Soboyejo , Rachel Hepburn , Blessing Ezeugo , Josephine Davis, Emma Stephenson, Matt Cham, Norah B. , Rady Ahmed Zeed -PHRI -CHRA-CIPD -SPHRI Under Process , Hiba Akar - PHRI, Assoc CIPD -level 5 , Maha Afzal, Julija Maslobojeva , Mariam Hassan Thomas MBA PHRI , Sajilmon Makkar, Muhammad Shahwan MBA MSc ACIPD , Awis Kassar for completing this incredible milestone! Your hard work, determination, and relentless drive have paid off, and now you have a well-earned CIPD accreditation to show for it, something that will stand as a testament to your commitment and perseverance for a lifetime.

You’ve tackled the challenges, stayed the course, and come out shining - this is no small feat, and we couldn’t be prouder! Keep soaring to new heights, and remember, this is just the beginning of what you’re capable of achieving.

Stay tuned each month as we celebrate more inspiring finishers!

Expanding HR Solutions to Meet Your Business Needs!

We’re thrilled to see a growing demand for our expertise in HR recruitment, helping businesses like yours connect with top HR professionals who can truly make a difference!

If you're an SME looking for additional HR support in Operations, we’ve got you covered! Whether you need temporary reinforcements or long-term talent, our extensive database of skilled HR professionals is ready to support your needs.

How does it work?

The streamlined recruitment process ensures you find the right fit quickly and efficiently, allowing you to focus on what matters most: growing your business! Get in touch today to explore how we can help you find the perfect HR talent to elevate your team!

Book your free 1-2-1 consultation discuss your HR needs and find the right support for your business ?? Click here to book

CMI and CIPD Cohort Dates

Our Next Dates for Blended CIPD Programmes:

• Level 5: 19th of March 2025
• Level 7: 28th of April 2025

And we're happy that our latest Fast-Track offering for CIPD Level 3 and Level 5 got amazing response! Contact us to check the start dates! Elevate your journey with us and fast-track your success.

Limited slots are available; secure your spot now!

Our Fast Track Programme starts with the last few remaining seats:

• Level 3: 8th of March 2025
• Level 5: 22nd of February 2025
• Level 7:?22nd of February 2025

Join our self-paced programme and study anytime!

Call us on 020 3740 0757 OR email us on [email protected] for more details about courses.

Thank you for catching up with our monthly newsletter! We wish our readers a wonderful Valentine week! ??

Best wishes,

We-are-HR Team.