If a tree is planted in a forest and no one is there to see it, is it still corporate social responsibility, asks Terry Williams.

Eleven years after leaving AUT’s HR team to work in the wider state sector, Beth Bundy returned to take on the role of group people and organisation director. She talks to Raewyn Court about the changes she’s made, and AUT’s roadmap for the future.

In the 10 years since its launch, IBM’s CSR programme has had a profound level of social impact across the globe, says Hayley Sullivan. She explains how projects in over 40 countries have also given IBM staff the opportunity to develop as global corporate citizens.

Investing in the development of employees throughout their working life is vital to the success of any business, says Lara Williams.

Learning is not just a “nice to have”, it’s a crucial component of the modern workplace. Despite this, say Ruth Donde and Graham Hart, it is still not being done well. They explore ways to make learning stick.

Investing in soft skills will lead to a more productive, innovative and proactive workforce, says Paul Findlay. He looks at how to create a winning team through an award-winning culture.

Business success depends on having an effective career development strategy in place, says Jude Manuel. She looks at the role workplace learning and CSR play in the attraction and retention of Millennials.

For some offenders, employment gives them a chance to plan for their future for the first time. HRINZ takes a look at how training support from Corrections is leading them towards a positive lifestyle.

In a labour market where top talent is hard to find, it is important that organisations have a clear attraction and retention strategy, says Katherine Swan. She looks at the role CSR can play in employee engagement.

There is a place for both managers and leaders within organisations, says Alyson Garrido. She explores the difference between the two—and what being a “doer” or a delegator may mean for your career.

A claim against the Order of St John emphasises the importance of taking bullying allegations seriously and following fair processes, says Paul Robertson.