The Future of Work is Family Friendly – Insights from CPOs Leading the Way
What does it take to build a truly family-friendly culture — not just in principle, but in practice?
That’s the question we put to Chief People Officers across sectors in season one of our CPO Talk podcast — and the answers we heard were honest, nuanced, and full of practical insight.
As we look ahead to 2026, it’s clear that the future of work will be shaped by how organisations respond to the human moments that matter most — parental leave, caring responsibilities, midlife health, flexible working, and wellbeing across all life stages.
This new report brings together:
- Reflections from 15 CPO podcast interviews
- Real-world examples of what’s working (and what’s not)
- The five key themes emerging across sectors
- Practical takeaways for building a culture where people feel supported and able to perform
Whether you’re navigating change, shaping policy, or making the case for investment in your people, this report is designed to give you ideas, language, and leadership insight to support your next steps.
Download the full report here
https://parentandprofessional.co.uk/the-future-of-work-is-family-friendly-2026-report/
Are you a CPO with a story to share? We’d love to hear from you – please get in touch. Season 2 of CPO Talk starts recording in March, continuing the conversation with fresh voices and practical insight.