<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Henigan Workplace Consulting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henigan Workplace Consulting]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:14:38 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.heniganworkplace.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[ERGs: Building Belonging with Employee Resource Groups]]></title><description><![CDATA[ERGs create spaces where employees can connect through shared identities, experiences or interests while also giving leadership clearer visibility into the realities of working life across the organisation.]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/ergs-building-belonging-with-employee-resource-groups</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3cfe7a72c7d18238cc41d4</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_26a660187332489ba81fed70ec10feb6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Marianne Spencer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI in Workplace Strategy: Why Technology Alone Won’t Deliver Successful Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to the specific challenge of helping colleagues along their change curve when moving to a new office, we risk missing the mark by leaning too heavily on tech.]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/ai-in-workplace-strategy-why-technology-alone-won-t-deliver-successful-change</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a16bb99c2357554bf1b5899</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:14:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_55489e58dcdd4cab802a9680f01f0f1b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ed Nation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Change Management Paradox: Invisible Wins and Tangible Losses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 'soft' human aspects of change management are all too often dismissed and undervalued. Perhaps because terms associated with change initiatives, such as buy-in, engagement and alignment, are intangible. They can easily be written off as corporate 'fluff'. Organisations often look for tangible results, yet the most effective change initiatives are those that quietly prevent problems, which makes their impact harder to quantify. This is the paradox of change management: its greatest wins...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/the-change-management-paradox-invisible-wins-and-tangible-losses</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e9ec4ad06bed7d1aa07361</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:43:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_1a6d7c274b9843e0a87d94e01e223cf1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erika Obata</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neurodiversity in the workplace ]]></title><description><![CDATA[We were commissioned by Milliken &#38; Company to apply our expertise in creating workplaces and cultures to develop a practical, actionable guide to building neuro-inclusive workplaces. We partnered with the research agency Sapio Research to produce the following white paper. As conversations around neurodiversity continue to grow, there is a clear opportunity for businesses to move from awareness to action. Our white paper explores what meaningful support looks like in practice and how...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bbe19d81679ca09a20a488</guid><category><![CDATA[Research]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:57:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_6e6231987b894c3da2560daae024779a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_309,h_398,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Henigan Workplace Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drawing New Lines in a World Without Walls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Read part 1 - The Future of Work was shifting long before the lockdown Read part 2 - The Suit is Dead, and So is the "Professional Persona" We’ve established that the "blurring of lines" started with the BlackBerry in the 90s and was solidified by the casualisation of the office in the 2000s. The pandemic was simply the final push. So, where does that leave us? Many organisations are currently trying to "fix" the culture by mandating a Return to Office (RTO). They are trying to use 1990s...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/drawing-new-lines-in-a-world-without-walls</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698c669873aeb40e7b77c91f</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:33:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_4b027b278f3146809645d7fb491f7294~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steve Henigan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Suit is Dead, and So is the "Professional Persona"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The relaxation of the dress code was a physical manifestation of these blurring lines. If we no longer have a “uniform” to take off, we have to find new, intentional ways to signal to our nervous systems that the workday is over.]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/the-suit-is-dead-and-so-is-the-professional-persona</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698220cb51b22a564836b9f2</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:32:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_3a1748f1b71e41ce91a73a4861f8a4af~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steve Henigan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Future of Work was shifting long before the lockdown. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[To lead through change today, we need to stop blaming the pandemic and start addressing the three-decade-old habits that brought us here.]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/the-future-of-work-was-shifting-long-before-the-lockdown</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697786790f74d68191d206e8</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:39:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_9881f9bf52c943c185fa786fb605271d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steve Henigan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[DEIB in the Workplace: How Inclusion Causes Belonging]]></title><description><![CDATA[Too often, design decisions are made from a top-down perspective, assuming a universal “ideal colleague” who rarely exists. What senior management needs from a workplace may not reflect the needs of the wider organisation. True inclusion requires a shift: from designing for  our colleagues to designing with  them. So, how do we embed inclusion into our projects to achieve the objective of creating a genuine sense of belonging within a new workplace?  When physical space is designed to...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/deib-in-the-workplace-how-inclusion-causes-belonging</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696f55dbe4340f7772bd38ad</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:51:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_a6de2a3dc1924d48980f9f5a7654d657~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Malini Thakurta</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[DEIB in the Workplace: The 'I' in the spotlight ]]></title><description><![CDATA[We often talk about workplaces being "fit for purpose", but what does that actually mean? For me, it's when workplaces are designed with DEIB in mind. Allowing every single person to feel they belong, can thrive, and contribute their best work - their purpose. Whilst diversity helps us identify needs and equity levels the playing field, inclusion and belonging ensure that everyone feels welcome and accepted. This ‘ I ’ and ‘ B ’ is pivotal for all when it comes to the physical workplace and...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/deib-in-the-workplace-the-i-in-the-spotlight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69300ebeee21510c2ee79de7</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:54:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_4d2d89a54c494f429bf6c7933c32f3a9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Malini Thakurta</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Medicine to Workplace Consulting]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few months ago, I made the transition from clinical medicine to workplace consulting, and safe to say, it’s been quite the journey. While there were certainly some culture shocks at first, I was surprised by how many common traits emerged between industries that, at first glance, seem worlds apart. 1. Listening to people In medicine, you learn how to take a medical history; how to ask the right questions to build a clear picture of the situation while developing trust and rapport with the...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/from-medicine-to-workplace-consulting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6942972e7aecebf9ca3fa112</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:46:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_b5f47182b09845489c1e93175549ee7d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Fabiola Mann</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Shredded Workplace Social Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pandemic didn’t just disrupt where we work, it has rewritten the unspoken social contract between employers and employees. For decades, the social contract of work was relatively stable: employees came to the office, worked the allotted hours and in return received pay, progression and a sense of belonging. The office wasn’t just a building, it was the symbolic corporate centre of loyalty, culture and career growth. That contract has been shredded. Working from home during the pandemic...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/the-shredded-workplace-social-contract</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6929a29da20c8b33b2643945</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:40:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_c62fe685ed794c508a8d4572919e8d4f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tim Allen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What on earth is a space budget?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever wondered how organisations figure out how much office space they actually need, the answer usually starts with a space budget. A space budget is an indicative space-planning tool. In plain English, it’s a simple way to work out how much space an organisation needs - and what that space should be made up of - before you start designing, signing leases or spending any money o n a fit-out. It’s the bridge between a strategic vision (“We want to work flexibly and collaboratively”) ...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/what-on-earth-is-a-space-budget</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691ca6ce7ab4cbbab13bf74c</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:31:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_fbbb9478c9ac4334bf9439253da7df43~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Miles McLeod </dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[HCG promotes Miles McLeod and Malini Thakurta to Associate Directors]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are delighted to announce the promotion of both Miles McLeod  and Malini Thakurta  to the roles of Associate Director . This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication and impact they have each made during their time at HCG. Miles has been with us for three years and Malini for over a year, and both have shown exceptional leadership, commitment to client delivery, and support for our growing team. We are thrilled to see them reach this exciting milestone in their careers. Miles...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/hcg-promotes-miles-mcleod-and-malini-thakurta-to-associate-directors</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690b3605988cdeb684f83ea5</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:11:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_dc2fbcc7b42a40139b71f2592afea933~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Henigan Workplace Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rethinking Interaction in Culturally Diverse Workplaces]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business communication tools like Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Zoom have revolutionised how employees connect. Real-time communication is now possible across locations and time zones and these tools have become essential to the rise of hybrid work. While they enable communication, they don’t always guarantee it. That's because communication isn't just about having access. It's shaped by invisible structures: social hierarchy, cultural expectations and unspoken rules about when, how and to whom...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/rethinking-interaction-in-culturally-diverse-workplaces</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ff84d8525fdfb94dc57e1d</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:11:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_ee8e12f751ca4a7da10c3ebaf2f96558~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erika Obata</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What a Channel Swim Taught Me About High-Performing Project Teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s been almost two months since our industry English Channel relay swim, and the energy is still buzzing! Those who know me know I’ve completed a number of long-distance challenges, most of them solo. A solo challenge is a massive personal adventure that pushes you to your absolute limit. However, there is something uniquely special about completing a monumentally difficult task as part of a team. When you work collectively toward an exciting goal - especially while raising money and...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/what-a-channel-swim-taught-me-about-high-performing-project-teams</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ef8fc467805a6f93e61a1e</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:52:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_3e182da4dc6b410d98d38a36d1b5bdc9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steve Henigan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finalist at the National SME Business Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re delighted to share that our Founder and CEO, Steve Henigan , has been named a finalist in the Business Person of the Year  category at the National SME Business Awards . This recognition marks a proud moment for us, reflecting on nearly eight years of growth, innovation and transformation at HCG. It’s a testament to Steve’s leadership and to the dedication of our brilliant team, whose work continues to shape the future of workplace strategy and change management. A huge thank you to our...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/finalist-at-the-national-sme-business-awards</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ffa2eaea8c108faaf756a3</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_4b11353c795f47fc812e1cafbdf60268~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Henigan Workplace Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teamwork Lessons from the Red Arrows: How Reflection Drives Better Performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[How do you get better at what you do? We take inspiration from the Red Arrows. After every flight, the team sits down together and, without judgment or hierarchy, replays what happened. They analyse their performance, offer honest feedback and learn from each other. It’s a simple but powerful technique that anyone can use. And at HCG, we’ve done just that. At a recent project lunch, our senior consultant, Miles McLeod, walked the team through an ongoing project, sharing the key steps taken so...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/teamwork-lessons-from-the-red-arrows-how-reflection-drives-better-performance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ff9ba8525fdfb94dc5a989</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_89c64eb317314bf79d531976cfad0ce8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Henigan Workplace Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridging Generational Gaps at Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[“Younger employees just don’t communicate the same way.” It’s a comment we’ve heard more than once. When you look more closely at the return-to-office debate, the tension often comes down to comfort levels and what is the perceived 'norm' of different generations. Different generations have grown up with different ways of connecting, learning and working. For many senior professionals, face-to-face time and the “osmosis” of learning in the office are core to how they developed their skills...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/bridging-generational-gaps-at-work</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ff91e1dc39b5e10eb1bb16</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_cd274206afc54e788425492c7ccac43f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Marianne Spencer</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[HCG appoints Francesca Barrett as a Client Development Director]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are delighted to welcome our newest team member, Francesca Barrett, as a Client Development Director  at HCG. Frankie’s arrival marks...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/hcg-appoints-francesca-barrett-as-a-client-development-director</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67dd462c05013e1c5ab0e1cd</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:09:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_67e950f5c33649a0880fdceeae5fbc93~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Henigan Workplace Consulting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hybrid learning when hybrid working]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world of work has changed dramatically since COVID-19. The traditional five-day office week is now a rarity, replaced by hybrid...]]></description><link>https://www.heniganworkplace.com/post/hybrid-learning-when-hybrid-working</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67d2c0d844b1d66b2d337def</guid><category><![CDATA[Comment]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ee806_043cd74db8394f3589cdca403a3dc071~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_780,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lewis Burton</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>