Gail Bailey

About Gail:

Gail Bailey is a versatile freelance writer with prior experience as a copywriter and communication specialist. She specializes in all things HR, writing blogs about L&D, employee engagement, learning design, DEI, and more.

Latest by the author

10 steps for firing an employee, from documentation and legal checks to offboarding, communication, and review. HR Admin & Policies

How To Fire an Employee Legally and Professionally in 10 Steps

 15 mins read by Gail Bailey
Infographic providing 5 core skills for HR professionals to develop and 3 inspiring advice tips. General HR

Happy HR Professional Day 2026! 5 Ways To Celebrate

 8 mins read by Gail Bailey
The recruitment marketing funnel: awareness, attraction, interest, application, evaluation, interviewing, and hiring. AIHR

Mastering Recruitment Marketing: What You Need To Know in 2026

 11 mins read by Gail Bailey
Seven HR strategies to overcome proximity bias in the workspace. Diversity & Inclusion

How to Overcome Proximity Bias: Building an Inclusive Workplace

 8 mins read by Gail Bailey
Flowchart showcasing 11 real life company HR examples. AIHR

11 Real-Life Human Resources Examples

 9 mins read by Gail Bailey
Competency Management Featured Image Articles

What is Competency Management? Best Practices To Drive Performance (In 2026) 

 10 mins read by Gail Bailey
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