Research Paper – Redefining Failure to Falling Upwards
Explore Roffey Park Institute’s latest white paper, Redefining Failure to Falling Upwards, a compelling and deeply personal exploration of how setbacks can become turning points that inspire growth, transformation, and a renewed sense of purpose in life and work. In a world where careers are rarely linear and change is inevitable, this white paper challenges…
Mind Matters: What Mental Health and Well-being Needs from Workplace Culture
My name is Katherine Montabana, and I’m currently interning at Roffey park in Dublin for the summer. I’m from the United States and going into my fourth year at Purdue University, where I study Brain and Behavioural Sciences with a minor in Anthropology. With a background in leadership research and a growing interest in workplace…
Research Paper – Collective Resilience
Explore Roffey Park Institute’s latest whitepaper, Collective Resilience, a timely and thought-provoking piece that reimagines how individuals and organisations can adapt, thrive, and grow together in the face of today’s unprecedented challenges. In an era shaped by climate crises, pandemics, technological disruption and shifting social dynamics, resilience is no longer a solitary endeavour. This whitepaper…
Guidebook – Impact & Influence at Work
5 Key Skills Every Leader Needs In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving workplace, authority alone isn’t enough. The most effective leaders don’t just manage – they inspire, align, and empower through influence. This guide introduces the mindset and core capabilities that turn everyday managers into influential leaders – the kind who lead with clarity, presence and…
Research Paper – Revisiting Polanyi with help from AI
Discover Roffey Park Institute’s thought-provoking whitepaper, Revisiting Polanyi: With Help from AI, which explores how the 20th-century ideas of Karl Polanyi can illuminate today’s global challenges. This timely piece examines the resurgence of populism and the societal costs of unfettered market systems, drawing connections between past economic crises and our present-day political climate. With a…
Purpose Over Profits: Building a Workplace Where Employees Thrive
Many people spend the majority of their lives working, yet far too many of them feel disengaged, unfulfilled, or downright miserable in their jobs. Whether it’s a lack of connection to the company’s mission, poor work culture or limited growth opportunities – job satisfaction often falls short. But what if work could be more than…
The Importance of Stable Leadership During Change
Over the last few weeks, history has and continues, to unfold right before our eyes as one of the world’s largest superpowers has changed its leadership team. America is to some degree polarised, with many people believing that the ‘golden age’ has just begun whilst others believing the extreme opposite. Whatever you believe will happen…
The Power of Change: Unlock Growth and Innovation
In today’s fast-paced business world, change is constant—and inevitable. But let’s be honest, change can be intimidating. The fear of the unknown, the disruption to established processes and the uncertainty about outcomes can create significant resistance within organisations. However, change is not something to fear. When approached strategically and thoughtfully, it’s one of the most…
Research Paper – Racial Inclusion: Helping to Rebuild Those We Have Broken
Discover Roffey Park Institute’s latest whitepaper, Racial Inclusion: Helping to Rebuild Those We Have Broken, which explores the critical challenge of achieving racial inclusion within organisations. This insightful document examines the systemic barriers that perpetuate racial inequities and provides practical strategies for creating an inclusive workplace culture. By addressing both individual and organisational responsibilities, the…
Transforming my workplace through OD – Ian Baines
In the second episode of our ‘Transforming my workplace through OD’ blog series, we sat down with recent MSc alumni, Ian Baines, who shared his journey from finance to organisational development (OD), driven by a passion for helping people and organisations grow through change. Ian’s story is not just about career shifts—it’s a story of…