In all organizations, there are just some people (and I bet you know a few of them), who love to argue – mostly because they delight in the ensuing chaos. … Read more
Leadership: It’s not about you
Every leader has a style. Whether they like to give direct orders or vague guidance; value competitiveness or collaboration; or heed feelings or logic, … Read more
A Recruiter Preparation Plan for Being Laid Off
Like most recruiters, I once wanted to be something else. In my case, I wanted to be a journalist. The first lesson I was taught as an aspiring reporter … Read more
Gig workers set to become employees; Starbucks ‘illegally’ sacked worker for union activ…
Gig workers could soon become employees When is an employee not an employee? What they’re a contractor. For years contractors have been arguing that they … Read more
We need to have new conversations about culture
Depending on your point of view, we’re either two and a half years into the Covid-19 pandemic or two and a half years out of it. What isn’t up for debate … Read more
How to start an effective mentorship program
As all HRDs will instinctively know, mentorship programs can be a great way to support professional development within your organization. By pairing … Read more
Walmart introduces fertility perks; Amazon to spend $1 billion more in wages
Walmart to offer fertility benefits to staff Walmart – the nation’s largest private employer – has revealed it is to start offering a range a fertility … Read more
Hiring Managers Are Not Hiring Experts
Funny story. Recently, a friend of mine wanted to tack on a side hustle and give grocery delivery a try. They got their first order and they were like a … Read more
HRDs reveal how to prevent burnout in HR
You probably know it already: HR professionals are great at looking after other people’s health and wellbeing. But when it comes to looking after their … Read more
Want your organization to be successful tomorrow? Focus on a skills-based approach today
Call me out-fashioned, but I’m firmly of the school that you can’t always believe everything you hear from business consultants. Which was why I was … Read more