Daniel
@danieloconnell.bsky.social
People First - The Human in Human Resources
Director of People & Safety & Learning at BHT Sussex. The opinions expressed in this social media account are my own and do not reflect the views of my employer, organization, or any affiliated entities.
Director of People & Safety & Learning at BHT Sussex. The opinions expressed in this social media account are my own and do not reflect the views of my employer, organization, or any affiliated entities.
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Daniel
@danieloconnell.bsky.social
· Oct 15
Inspiring Change Across Sussex - BHT Sussex
careers.bht.org.uk
Inspiring Change Across Sussex : Join an organisation that puts people first and has a great social purpose making a real difference across Sussex. careers.bht.org.uk
I did not know..but I do now..#people #emotionalintelligence www.independent.co.uk/life-style/s...
What is schadenfreude? The complex emotion often felt in the workplace
Research has shown that schadenfreude can be found among employees at all hierarchical levels
www.independent.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 7:50 PM
I did not know..but I do now..#people #emotionalintelligence www.independent.co.uk/life-style/s...
#WellbeingWednesday #Greentea #Green #tea #Slainte #HappyNewYear #2026 www.independent.co.uk/news/science...
Scientists discover natural compounds that protect brain against Alzheimer’s
Findings point to promising strategies to rescue nerves in the brain’s hippocampus from ageing and Alzheimer’s
www.independent.co.uk
December 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Happy New Year #Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not'.
#quoteoftheday #happynewyear share.google/txZI6dxSY8AU...
#quoteoftheday #happynewyear share.google/txZI6dxSY8AU...
Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not'. Here's few timeless quotes by revolutionary Greek philosopher
Quote of the day by Epicurus highlights a message about desire and contentment. The quote explains how wanting more can reduce present value. This explainer covers quote of the day meaning, Epicurus l...
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December 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Happy New Year #Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not'.
#quoteoftheday #happynewyear share.google/txZI6dxSY8AU...
#quoteoftheday #happynewyear share.google/txZI6dxSY8AU...
#Risk management in charities #NCVO Flag risk early.....Ask what is everyone losing sleep over? Does that match the risk register!!!! #charity
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White-water Leadership: Kate Lee, NCVO CEO on the importance of early preparation in managing risk
YouTube video by River Effra
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December 8, 2025 at 2:49 PM
#Risk management in charities #NCVO Flag risk early.....Ask what is everyone losing sleep over? Does that match the risk register!!!! #charity
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#Food for thought #WellbeingWednesday At work or at play how many of us are affected by the food we eat in how we interact and deal with people and stressful moments? #wellbeing #lobbying #scandal
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Ultra-processed food linked to harm in every major human organ, study finds
World’s largest scientific review warns consumption of UPFs poses seismic threat to global health and wellbeing
www.theguardian.com
November 19, 2025 at 10:41 AM
#Food for thought #WellbeingWednesday At work or at play how many of us are affected by the food we eat in how we interact and deal with people and stressful moments? #wellbeing #lobbying #scandal
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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#Tuesday's thoughts........ #appreciation
November 4, 2025 at 9:02 AM
#Tuesday's thoughts........ #appreciation
#Thatcher policy was a disaster, costing taxpayers almost £200bn. Failure to replace homes has deprived families in need of support. Privatisation embedded higher housing costs that's ballooned to more than £30bn, with about 90% going on housing benefit #Brighton
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Right to buy in reverse: how Brighton is tackling its social housing crisis | Richard Partington
The council is rolling back Thatcher’s flagship policy by buying stock from private landlords. Other local authorities should take note
www.theguardian.com
October 30, 2025 at 10:43 AM
#Thatcher policy was a disaster, costing taxpayers almost £200bn. Failure to replace homes has deprived families in need of support. Privatisation embedded higher housing costs that's ballooned to more than £30bn, with about 90% going on housing benefit #Brighton
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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#Wellbeing...#biology News - How 20 minutes of #nature can boost your health......#walkonthewildside
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Nature and outdoors can help boost your health - here's how
Spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower blood pressure, heart rate and stress levels.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:53 AM
#Wellbeing...#biology News - How 20 minutes of #nature can boost your health......#walkonthewildside
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October 23, 2025 at 9:49 AM
“This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for employers. The businesses that will succeed are those that recognise #career development isn’t just about promotions; it's about enriching current roles with new skills, responsibilities and #purpose". #Work
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1 in 5 UK workers don't want a promotion
Almost a fifth of UK employees say they lack the desire to climb the career ladder in the current job, according to new research...
www.hrgrapevine.com
October 14, 2025 at 2:18 PM
“This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for employers. The businesses that will succeed are those that recognise #career development isn’t just about promotions; it's about enriching current roles with new skills, responsibilities and #purpose". #Work
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Local authorities praised for improved data sharing, but report urges action on #SupportedHousing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023. Since its inception in 2017, the project recorded 8,523 deaths of people experiencing #homelessness #charity #SIDS #Mentalhealth
www.insidehousing.co.uk/home/researc...
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Research shows deaths of people sleeping rough in UK rises 9%
An investigation by a homelessness charity has found that a record high of 1,611 people died while homeless in the UK in 2024.
www.insidehousing.co.uk
October 8, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Local authorities praised for improved data sharing, but report urges action on #SupportedHousing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023. Since its inception in 2017, the project recorded 8,523 deaths of people experiencing #homelessness #charity #SIDS #Mentalhealth
www.insidehousing.co.uk/home/researc...
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When #HR have looked after everyone else, who is looking after #HR? #Peoplefirst #Burnout #HumanResources #Wellbeing #Leadership #resilience #coach #develop
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Two-thirds looking to quit their HR role, with half pointing to burnout
Two-thirds of HR professionals (65%) are considering changing jobs in the coming year, nearly half because of stress, workload and burnout.
www.personneltoday.com
October 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
When #HR have looked after everyone else, who is looking after #HR? #Peoplefirst #Burnout #HumanResources #Wellbeing #Leadership #resilience #coach #develop
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"Its best managers excel at #coaching, #communication, and #collaboration across teams.... #VALUES #Psycholigically Informed Working Environments..... #pie
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Soft Skills Matter Now More Than Ever, According to New Research
An analysis of over 1,000 occupations and hundreds of skills—capturing 70 million job transitions—examined the importance of foundational skills (like reading comprehension, basic math, and the abilit...
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October 7, 2025 at 8:49 AM
"Its best managers excel at #coaching, #communication, and #collaboration across teams.... #VALUES #Psycholigically Informed Working Environments..... #pie
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“It can also result in a breakdown in communication between employers and employees, who become bogged down in arguments over legal concepts rather than the issues at the heart of the dispute.” ....#PeopleManagement #AI #Relationship #Culture #Competent #Leader
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More workers using AI to help file employment disputes, law firm claims
One law firm suggests AI-generated documents could make employment disputes lengthier and more costly for HR teams. However, there are several “tell-tale” signs that can help employers spot where AI h...
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October 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
“It can also result in a breakdown in communication between employers and employees, who become bogged down in arguments over legal concepts rather than the issues at the heart of the dispute.” ....#PeopleManagement #AI #Relationship #Culture #Competent #Leader
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"A #CEO recently said to me – I wish I’d known 20 years ago when I started that business was 90% about #people and just 10% about operations, it would have saved me a heck of a lot of time.” #emotional #intelligence #culture #leadership
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The empathetic edge - good for people, great for profit
Companies are discovering that kind leadership does more than feel good; it significantly improves the bottom line. HR Grapevine asks the experts why empathy is now a strategic business advantage...
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October 6, 2025 at 11:47 AM
"A #CEO recently said to me – I wish I’d known 20 years ago when I started that business was 90% about #people and just 10% about operations, it would have saved me a heck of a lot of time.” #emotional #intelligence #culture #leadership
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'The bad news about return-to-the-office orders is that they will make the working lives of many employees more depressing and less productive. The good news is that this trend is largely limited to large corporate employers.' #TheOffice #office #recruitment #officelife www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
Why big business wants you back in the office full-time
Return to the office orders are an exercise in power and control rather than anything to do with productivity or innovation
www.rte.ie
September 23, 2025 at 11:19 AM
'The bad news about return-to-the-office orders is that they will make the working lives of many employees more depressing and less productive. The good news is that this trend is largely limited to large corporate employers.' #TheOffice #office #recruitment #officelife www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
Researchers estimate that the “half-life” of technical skills—the time it takes for half of what you know to become outdated—has dropped from about 10 years in the 1980s to four years today, and may soon fall below two. #COACHING #COMMUNICATION #COLLABORATION #WORK
hbr.org/2025/08/soft...
hbr.org/2025/08/soft...
Soft Skills Matter Now More Than Ever, According to New Research
An analysis of over 1,000 occupations and hundreds of skills—capturing 70 million job transitions—examined the importance of foundational skills (like reading comprehension, basic math, and the abilit...
hbr.org
September 12, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Researchers estimate that the “half-life” of technical skills—the time it takes for half of what you know to become outdated—has dropped from about 10 years in the 1980s to four years today, and may soon fall below two. #COACHING #COMMUNICATION #COLLABORATION #WORK
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Small steps can prevent big problems later.... #prevention #strategy #employment #wellbeing
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Is behaviour at work getting worse – or are we just becoming oversensitive snowflakes? | Emma Beddington
Judging by the minor complaints being put to employment tribunals, workplace etiquette appears to be breaking down. But the headlines rarely tell the full story
www.theguardian.com
August 27, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Small steps can prevent big problems later.... #prevention #strategy #employment #wellbeing
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How to start and finish your #work day...#mentalhealth #wellbeingwonders #resilience #recovery #prepared #health #empowered www.theguardian.com/more-than-a-...
Hot or cold? How shower temperature can improve your wellbeing
While a chilly shower can boost your mood, turning up the heat can help you sleep better. Here’s how the bathroom climate can impact your body and mind
www.theguardian.com
August 15, 2025 at 1:58 AM
How to start and finish your #work day...#mentalhealth #wellbeingwonders #resilience #recovery #prepared #health #empowered www.theguardian.com/more-than-a-...
Now is the time for courage....Nelson #Mandela famously said, it is not the absence of fear but triumph over it....#Zelensky #moral courage........
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Now Is the Time for Courage
Research has shown that fortune favors the bold, not the cautious. But in volatile and uncertain times, many leaders hesitate to act, and others simply freeze up. The question is, Can bravery be acqui...
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July 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Now is the time for courage....Nelson #Mandela famously said, it is not the absence of fear but triumph over it....#Zelensky #moral courage........
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#Wellbeing News - Just 7,000 steps a day cuts risk of health issues - study - BBC News #walk to work....
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Just 7,000 steps a day cuts risk of health issues - study
Everyone targets 10,000 steps - but a lower tally could reduce the risk of serious health issues like cancer, dementia and heart disease, a study suggests.
www.bbc.co.uk
July 24, 2025 at 6:47 AM
#Wellbeing News - Just 7,000 steps a day cuts risk of health issues - study - BBC News #walk to work....
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The impact on charities of NI increase continues..News - #National Trust blames tax rises as it cuts 550 jobs - BBC News
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National Trust blames tax rises as it cuts 550 jobs
The heritage and conservation charity says it is under
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July 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The impact on charities of NI increase continues..News - #National Trust blames tax rises as it cuts 550 jobs - BBC News
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