The start of 2026 is a good moment to share a little about how I think about LinkedIn, why I post the way I do, and what you can expect from me and from Good Maven.

In July 2025 the UK Government announced a major review into parental leave after campaigners and MPs called for change, foregrounding the fact that the UK’s current arrangements are the worst in Europe. We discuss the issues and how they impact on the workforce, productivity and the economy.

Since the major industry layoffs of recent years, the design and tech recruitment landscape has shifted dramatically. Read the first in our Design Horizons series where we explore how the market is shifting and what you need to do to adapt.