Recently inherited a new team and feel that they have a lower level of participation, collaboration, questioning, and general engagement than the one you might have left behind? Or just feel your team is not interacting as much as they should in team meetings? You’re not alone and issues with “meeting culture” are widespread. Research has shown… Continue reading Team Meetings a flop? Revive them with these simple steps
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Are Due Diligence Checks Part of Your C-suite Hiring Process?
The trend has been building for some time now: C-suite executives are the face of today’s companies and their activities, whether positive or negative, reflect on the entire business. As a result, companies are more sensitive than ever to the possible reputational and financial damage when executive misdeeds enter the spotlight. Executive due diligence helps… Continue reading Are Due Diligence Checks Part of Your C-suite Hiring Process?
The Pros and Cons of using AI in your Hiring Process
According to Forbes , 84% of business leaders have said that they believe artificial intelligence (AI) is the trend for the future that will help them stay competitive and retain an advantage in today’s competitive job market. However, whilst AI recruitment tools are powerful for hiring managers and recruiters, there are both pros and cons to using… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of using AI in your Hiring Process
Onboarding in a Hybrid World – key factors for success with your new hires
As you’re navigating hybrid work, it’s a good moment to assess how your onboarding processes enable or empower your new hires to thrive. Researchers at Microsoft have conducted and identified studies that suggest that onboarding to a new role, team, or company is a…more During the pandemic, companies around the world explored new ways of… Continue reading Onboarding in a Hybrid World – key factors for success with your new hires
Help your Employees understand your company strategy
Understanding the company’s big-picture strategy is vital for every employee, but many struggle to grasp it. Simply communicating your strategy isn’t enough—employees need to know the context and reasoning behind it. Here’s how to help them understand the strategy so they can execute it. Explain the roads not taken. Don’t just explain what the strategy… Continue reading Help your Employees understand your company strategy
Not the boss’s favourite? What can you do?
It can feel demotivating when your manager has a clear favourite—and it’s not you. But don’t give in to the sense of rejection. You can strengthen the relationship and regain some favour. Observe and adjust. Where is your boss’s attention focused? What’s their communication style? What are their goals? Take steps to better align… Continue reading Not the boss’s favourite? What can you do?
Make a Habit of Taking Short Breaks During the Workday
How to Create Moments to Pause During a Busy Workday Instead of leaving it solely to chance when you can find a few minutes to take a short break, be intentional and disciplined in creating (and taking) these moments to pause throughout the day by trying the following strategies: Give yourself permission to take breaks.… Continue reading Make a Habit of Taking Short Breaks During the Workday
5 Signs That it’s Time to Rethink Your Hiring Strategy
You spend a lot of time reviewing candidates but you never interview anyone Reviewing candidates from applications is time consuming and you might find yourself looking at many CVs but none of them fit your role requirements. If you find yourself in this scenario you should start with looking at your job descriptions. Having unclear… Continue reading 5 Signs That it’s Time to Rethink Your Hiring Strategy
The Multi-generational Workforce – What You Should Know
Businesses are witnessing a unique blend of talent, experience and perspectives as multiple generations coexist in the workplace. Here are some complexities and advantages of working with a multigenerational workforce. How are the generations divided and characterised? Baby Boomers (1946-1964): This generation is characterised by those born in the post-World War II period, during a significant… Continue reading The Multi-generational Workforce – What You Should Know
The real value of Face to Face meetings: Why In-Person can be better than Online
Over the past few years and due predominantly to many employees having to work from home, there’s been a significant shift towards online meetings and, thanks to huge advances in video technology, these have now become pretty much “the norm”. However, many companies and organisations are now recognising the value of face to face meetings… Continue reading The real value of Face to Face meetings: Why In-Person can be better than Online