Of all the metrics in HR, the one that often gets the least attention is employee career growth, says Mark Murphy: Read more
Taking executive teams from passive-aggressiveness to accountability
A few simple steps can stamp out passive aggressive behavior in teams, and create better accountability instead, says Mark Murphy: Read more
Are you having a laugh? (and if not, why not?)
It’s often said laughter is the best tonic – which is why one comedian is on a mission to convince HRDs that they should be building in official chuckle … Read more
Companies Value Potential in Employees — Not in Candidates
Talent management aims to identify and cultivate high-potential performers. Recruiting, however, deprioritizes potential. Why is that? Read more
A Selling Point Missing From Recruiting Pitches
Pretend to be a candidate and take a look at your company’s career site or job ads. What are the top selling points that you’re pitching to candidates? I … Read more
Have you got a coaching mindset? Take this test to find out
In HR the words ‘coaching’ and ‘managing’ are often (and wrongly) used interchangeably. Yet the fact is, there are some very big differences between these … Read more
Candidates Lack Digital Skills, Says New Study
Robots, AI, and ChatGPT are becoming more prevalent in the workplace, but the constant hype that they will be replacing workers any time soon remains … Read more
Case Study: Why having more skills (not working more hours) boosts productivity
When it comes to describing what employers are trying to get out of their staff, perhaps the phrase ‘trying to get a quart into a pint glass’ needs to be … Read more
Delegation: Why the simplest leadership skill is often the hardest to do
When you break it down, the task of leadership is essentially the pursuit of the mastery of hundreds of different skills. But as we all know, plenty of … Read more
Want better leaders this year? Make sure they genuinely listen to staff
As every leader ought to know, the simple act of listening to employees is one of the most powerful engagement tools around. But while listening to … Read more