HR 101
Remote Work: Embracing The New Frontier for HR Professionals
The landscape of work has undergone a seismic shift, with remote work taking centre stage. This isn’t just a fleeting trend; it’s the new reality that HR professionals are navigating every day. Gone are the […]
Employee Engagement: The Key to High-Performing Teams
Creating a workplace that buzzes with high performance and genuine employee engagement is like hitting the jackpot in today’s competitive business world. But it’s not just about luck; it’s about strategy. It means setting clear […]
The Role and Importance of a Talent Acquisition Partner
In this day and age, organisations require exceptional personnel to thrive in the swiftly evolving job market. This is where a successful talent acquisition partner becomes invaluable. A talent acquisition partner acts as the critical […]
How the role of Global Mobility helps international organisations succeed
A career as a Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) can be incredibly rewarding. You get to work at the intersection of HR, immigration law, and international relations – pretty exciting stuff! Becoming successful in this field […]
HR Pro
Remote Work: Addressing the myths of underperformance
The digital age has ushered in a seismic shift in how we tackle performance management, particularly with the surge of remote work. Gone are the days when employees could simply pop into your office to […]
AI for HR: Navigating Ethical Considerations in Tech
We have discussed HR technology previously in these posts. However, one technology in particular is grabbing a lot of attention currently—of course, we are talking about artificial intelligence. As we harness the power of AI […]
Global teams: It’s not as bad as you think!
Gone are the days when everyone clocked in at nine and out at five, from the same office. Today’s workplace is a vibrant tapestry of remote workers dialing in from cozy home offices, bustling coffee […]
Employee Engagement: More than just fun and games
Employee engagement is a critical factor in boosting organisational performance. Engaged employees are not just present at work; they’re plugged into the purpose and objectives of their role and organisation. The Link Between Employee Engagement […]
Gig Work: Is it all it’s cracked up to be?
Ever felt like a lone wolf, hunting down gigs in the vast digital wilderness? That’s gig work for you – unpredictable, wild, and oddly liberating. While there are many benefits of gig work, what about […]
The HR trends that will impact you in 2024
Predicting what lies ahead can be a fool’s errand, however when it comes to HR trends, the reality is that the key focus areas in 2024 will likely be extensions and expansions of the current […]
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, and Wellbeing
Employee Burnout: The Human Toll on the Workplace
Understanding Employee Burnout as an Occupational Phenomenon Think of employee burnout like a candle that’s been burning at both ends. Eventually, there won’t be any wax left. This is precisely what the World Health Organisation […]
Effective Stress Management: A Guide for HR
Effective Stress Management is no easy feat, especially in the high-stakes world of HR leadership. The pressure to make critical decisions, manage diverse teams and juggle numerous responsibilities can feel overwhelming. It’s a challenge that […]
How to diversify your hiring process
Developing and maintaining inclusive hiring practices can seem like a daunting task. Attempting to construct an equitable and diverse team from the beginning can be a difficult challenge. It’s not always clear where to start, […]
Inclusive Leadership is a game changer
In a recent meeting of the Pride committee within my organisation, one of the team members expressed a view that they did not always feel safe in raising issues relating to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and […]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embrace Your Inner Maverick!
Introduction: Tackling the Imposter Within Ah, impostor syndrome – that nagging voice that suggests you don’t belong here or asks, “who do you think you are?” If this describes you, take comfort: you are far […]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embrace Your Inner Maverick!
Introduction: Tackling the Imposter Within Ah, impostor syndrome – that nagging voice that suggests you don’t belong here or asks, “who do you think you are?” If this describes you, take comfort: you are far […]
Your Career
How to make the most of career development opportunities
Ever stood at the junction of your job, uncertain which route to take? At the crossroads of my career, I was confronted with a dilemma five years ago. I was staring down the diverging roads […]
HR in the Roman Legions: When Togas Met Requests for Time-Off
The mighty Roman Legions! A force to be reckoned with, conquering vast territories, building roads… and filing PTO requests? Had there been an HR department back then, things may have looked much different! Let’s take […]
How to Impress at Job Interviews
Delivering an impressive job interview is no small feat. Trust me, I’ve been there. The sweaty palms, the rapid heartbeat – it’s a nerve-wracking experience for sure. You’re in good company if you feel this […]
So you want to work in HR?
The competition is fierce, the requirements seem endless and let’s not even start on those tricky interview questions. Despite this, some people still really want to work in HR! Despite the seeming difficulty, gaining access […]
Redundancy: A Practical Guide to Moving Forward
Overcoming being made redundant can feel like a mountain too steep to climb. Even if it wasn’t entirely unexpected, the shock of losing your job is overwhelming. It’s like you’re suddenly cast adrift in an […]
Books
Book Recommendation: Leaders Eat Last
“Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t” (2014, revised 2017) by Simon Sinek explores how leaders can foster cooperation and change among members of their team. It takes its name from […]
Book Recommendation: Drive
“Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us,” (2009) by Daniel H. Pink is an intriguing book that delves deep into what motivates individuals in terms of success in both life and career. This work […]
Book Recommendation: Start With Why
“Start With Why” (2011) by Simon Sinek explores the power of starting with why in business, leadership and personal growth. According to this book’s thesis statement, many successful companies and leaders achieve success not due […]
Book Recommendation: Radical Candor
“Radical Candor*: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity” (2018) is a management guide by Kim Scott. The author has held various management roles within Silicon Valley-based technology firms such as Google where she […]
