The volatile global landscape amplifies the risk of bad hires, making reliable candidate assessment paramount. While no one aims to hire poorly, it happens with frustrating regularity, why is that? Experts tell us its due to factors like flawed processes, time pressure, bias, poor interviewing, and insufficient reference checks. However, a key […]
This article explores the pitfalls of relying solely on data or metrics and highlights the critical difference between being data-driven and data-informed. It advocates for a deeper, more contextualised approach: data-informed HR, which leads to more strategic, ethical, and impactful decisions. From recruitment to leadership development, the article shows how real-time, contextual insights can help […]
We have all seen firsthand the seismic shifts impacting our workplaces. The rise of AI is no longer a futuristic fantasy; it’s here, transforming how we operate and demanding a smarter approach to our most valuable asset – our people. In this muddled chaotic world having the best people that are the right job fit […]
We’ve all been there: standing at the crossroads of “yes” and “no” while a little voice whispers, “What if this is the wrong choice?” Indecision can feel like a heavy fog, but here’s the good news: Effective communication and decision-making are intertwined. Strong communication skills are essential for gathering information, sharing perspectives, and effectively communicating […]
When Amazon canceled its AI recruitment program in 2016 due to serious bias issues, it sparked debate about the effectiveness of AI in talent acquisition. Fast forward to today, and while AI has come a long way, it still has its quirks- like forgetting how to human. A recent post by Andreea Lungulescu , (founder […]
As a manager, losing an employee might invoke one of two reactions – “Well, that solves one problem!” 😮💨, or “How will we survive without them?!’” 😮 Let’s face it, losing employees can be emotional, expensive and disruptive. But let’s talk about the elephant in the room: Not all resignations hit the same. It’s natural […]
As an HR manager, you wear many hats. You’re responsible for recruitment, onboarding, training, employee relations, compensation & benefits, and so much more. And let’s be honest, budgets are often tight. You’re constantly looking for ways to maximise your impact and do more with less. Focusing on employee engagement and retention strategies is essential, but it demands […]
Have you heard of Karōshi –the Japanese term for death by overwork. A recent government survey in Japan found that around 1 in 10 Japanese workers clock in more than 80 hours of overtime per month, with one in five at risk of Karōshi. But overwork is not just a Japanese issue; it’s a stark […]
“I have great people in my business, but when working as a team they just don’t gel.” Does this ring a bell with you? Humans are complex individuals, but put humans together in a team, and complexity goes through the roof! So how do you ensure your teams deliver high performance and foster workplace […]
Think about the worst manager you ever had; what qualities made them a bad manager? You might think of some Not-Safe-For-Work words, but you might also say: · Micromanaging · Unempathetic · Uninspiring · Uncommunicative · Unsupportive · Unresponsive Whatever you said, we’ve all encountered them. Those mediocre direct managers who lack the essential management skills to […]