People Priorities: Future of Work 2026 Resilient HR Guide

Evidence-led insight

What the data tells us:

• 65% of HR professionals cite workload as the main cause of strain
• 60% say there are not enough people in their team to do the work
• 43% of HR teams have shrunk in the past 12 months
• x2.5 — depression rates are 2.5× higher in HR than the general population

The guide connects these insights to actionable steps that help HR leaders move from survival mode to sustainable performance.

Expert voices

Built with insight from people who understand HR pressure

This guide draws on insights from WorkBuzz People Science experts and clinical psychologists from Ultimate Resilience, combining data-driven understanding with real-world experience of the emotional demands placed on HR professionals.

From insight to action

The guide concludes with a clear action plan to help HR leaders:

• Identify their biggest strain triggers
• Reduce unnecessary workload through delegation, automation, and AI
• Set clearer boundaries with leaders and stakeholders
• Build recovery into daily and long-term routines
• Access structured support to sustain resilience over time

This is not about doing more — it’s about doing what matters, sustainably.

Protect your wellbeing. Reclaim your impact.

Download the Resilient HR Guide and take the first step towards a more sustainable, human-centred approach to HR leadership.

People Priorities: Future of Work 2026 Report

The People Priorities: Future of Work 2026 report draws insights from over 350+ HR leaders and practitioners across various industries in the UK, to answer the question – are we really changing the world of work? Our report examines how HR leaders can tackle stagnant engagement, boost wellbeing, and harness AI to shape the future of work.

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