The competition for top talent in 2026 isn’t going to ease up. You’ll still be facing off against massive corporations that lure candidates with brand prestige, big salaries, and lavish perks. As a small-to-medium enterprise (SME), you know the true cost of a bad hire, and the ongoing expense of an empty role. […]
For years, I told myself I wasn’t great at networking. It didn’t feel authentic, and honestly, it would drain me and leave me feeling exhausted. I used to observe the best networkers. They looked relaxed and comfortable. This led me to believe they were all extroverts, which is where my natural inclination to stay […]
Hybrid work was meant to be the great equaliser, a balance between flexibility and collaboration, the best of both worlds. But for many organisations, what began as an exciting experiment is fast becoming a source of friction, frustration and fading culture. Leaders, HR managers, and operational teams (especially baby boomers) are grappling with the gap […]
When you’re up against large corporations with deep pockets, it can feel like a losing battle. Maybe you’re not able to match their salaries and benefits, but your small business has a powerful, and often under-utilised, secret weapon… 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. Unlike large companies where employees often complain of feeling like a small cog in […]
As an owner, manager or supervisor do you find yourself consistently providing answers to questions and solutions to problems for your team or being the go-to fixer for your team? This is a very normal leadership instinct after all, right? After all, that’s the job… or is it? What if it’s the wrong approach? What if […]
Many would agree that annual performance reviews are outdated and ineffective. Saving up feedback and delivering it in one sitting misses the opportunity for growth and leaves employees feeling frustrated and unvalued. This can be costly. According to a Gallup study, employees who receive daily feedback from their manager are 3.6 times more likely to be motivated […]
Recruiting is changing fast. A new Gartner study reveals that only one quarter (26%) of job seekers trust AI will fairly evaluate them. The skills shortage is well documented; however, the pursuit of efficiency in hiring might be pushing away the very people you want to attract! Computer says NO! A good friend of mine, (for privacy I am […]
Many small business owners believe psychometric assessments are only for large, resource-rich companies. This misconception directly impacts your bottom line through poor hiring choices, wasted training resources, not to mention the average $20,000 cost to replace an employee (ELMO 2024 HR Industry Benchmark Report) What if psychometric tools were affordable, flexible, easy to understand, scalable, and could increase in […]
It doesn’t matter whether you are an SME or Multinational people management skills have become more critical than ever. While working from home has become a widely accepted norm, leading teams in this evolving environment demands a refined set of capabilities from contemporary leaders. Now is an opportune moment for you to sharpen your focus on this area, […]
Wouldn’t it be fantastic if every new hire on your sales team arrived with their own personalised instruction manual? Imagine knowing, right from the start, exactly how to motivate them, what challenges they’ll naturally excel at, and where they might need a little extra coaching. This isn’t a “pie in the sky” dream; it’s precisely […]