9 Signs your organisation is ready for The Investors in People Awards

3. Your people team is making a real impact 

Behind many great workplaces is a dedicated people or HR team working to support employees and leaders. 

If your people team has introduced initiatives that have improved engagement, development or employee experience, The Investors in People Awards offer a chance to recognise that work. 

This could include: 

• new talent development programmes 

• improvements to recruitment or onboarding 

• initiatives supporting diversity and inclusion 

• programmes focused on employee engagement 

The Best People Team category recognises teams whose work is making a meaningful difference across their organisation. 

4. You’re prioritising wellbeing 

Organisations increasingly recognise that supporting employee wellbeing is essential to creating sustainable workplaces. 

If your organisation has introduced initiatives designed to support physical, mental or emotional wellbeing, this could form the basis of a strong awards entry. 

Examples might include: 

• wellbeing programmes or initiatives 

• flexible or hybrid working approaches 

• mental health support 

• actions taken to improve work-life balance 

Sharing your wellbeing journey can highlight the importance of creating workplaces where people feel supported. 

5. You’re creating opportunities for learning and development 

Learning and development help employees grow their skills, build confidence and progress in their careers. 

If your organisation actively supports employee development, through training programmes, apprenticeships, mentoring or career pathways, then this work deserves recognition. 

Examples might include: 

• apprenticeship programmes 

• leadership development pathways 

• mentoring or coaching initiatives 

• opportunities for employees to develop new skills 

Organisations that prioritise development often see long-term benefits in engagement and performance. 

6. You’re championing diversity and inclusion 

Many organisations are taking steps to build workplaces where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute. 

If your organisation is actively working to create an inclusive environment, The Investors in People Awards offer an opportunity to recognise those efforts. 

This might include: 

• initiatives supporting representation and inclusion 

• employee networks or communities 

• inclusive recruitment practices 

• leadership commitments to diversity and inclusion 

Sharing these initiatives can inspire other organisations to take similar steps. 

7. You’re listening to your people 

Strong organisations create opportunities for employees to share their views, and act on the feedback they receive. If your organisation regularly gathers employee feedback and uses it to shape decisions, this could form a compelling part of an awards entry. 

Examples might include: 

• employee surveys or engagement tools 

• listening groups or forums 

• changes introduced in response to feedback 

• initiatives designed to strengthen employee voice 

Demonstrating how organisations listen and respond to employees is often a powerful part of an awards story.