To unlock latent productivity, as seen in the lockdown, companies must seize the moment to holistically invest in employee well-being, beyond just flexible working. A new normal in the making? More than a billion of us have been taking part … Read More
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Three key stats and what they tell us about the future of work
Powerful forces are reshaping the world of work. Understanding the significance of these three stats could be key if enterprises are to adapt and succeed. 91% of enterprises have adopted or have plans to adopt a digital-first strategy. *IDG: State … Read More
How to design a hiring process that you would want to go through
If you were joining your company again today, would you want to go through your hiring process? If the answer is no, it’s time for a change. The hiring process is a journey of discovery for companies and candidates. Hiring … Read More
The best talent acquisition comes from referrals
Finding the right people can be tough. Holding on to them can be even tougher. Organisations acquire talent through multiple channels (owned careers pages, recruitment agencies, and employee referrals), but overwhelmingly, 88% of companies rated referrals above all other sources … Read More
The value of employee profiles
We all want to connect with others. But devices are increasingly isolating us. And when 50% of the UK workforce are set to be freelance by 2020, that’s a concern for companies and individuals alike. With this shift comes greater … Read More
I am new to a big company. Help.
When changing employers or joining your first company, anticipation and anxiety are nearly guaranteed. Today, the average UK worker spends only 5 years at a given employer, but even that period may be decreasing. And by 2020 50% of the … Read More
Decisions: should you act now or sleep on it?
We all have decisions to make daily, regardless of our seniority within an organisation or community. Our decision making paths are deeply personal, but most decisions have positive and negative ramifications for others, as well. Quick decisions let others move … Read More
How to turn your ‘rock star’ team member into an engaged leader
Always on time, reliable, wants to learn and executes exceptionally. If that sounds familiar then you may have a rock star on your team. These rock stars are often the go-to person, not just for you, but for other team … Read More
In times of uncertainty, should you stick or twist?
A company’s success or failure is ruled by many factors, not all of which are controllable. These include resource allocation, macroeconomic conditions, competitor behaviour, regulatory shifts, and technology advances. And when the chips are down, leaders are often faced with … Read More
The Curriculum Vitae is dying
The Curriculum Vitae, more commonly known as a CV, is a Latin term which translates as ‘the course of your life’. Some alternately refer to it as a resume, from the French resumer, or “to sum up.” We typically use … Read More
How the moon landing can help your business
Last week saw the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. On the 16th July 1969, Apollo 11 left the earth carrying Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins on their historic journey to the moon. Four days later, the pioneers landed on the … Read More
10 surprising facts about meetings
Before calling or attending your next meeting, have a look at these 10 surprising facts. They can help make your meetings more productive (or less frequent)! 1. 15 mins is the optimal meeting time Longer meetings don’t get more done. … Read More
Work smarter not harder: easy to say, hard to do
We recently discussed how employees are increasingly experiencing burnout. When raising the topic in the workplace, the response is often ‘work smarter, not harder’. But how do you actually do that? 1) Put the comms away Data shows 70% of … Read More
Turn off your communications and start getting things done
A recent survey showed that 70% of us have email and other messaging channels open all day. Receive, read, reply send, repeat. Add in time for meetings, and things get even worse, with only 1 hour and 12 minutes per … Read More
Why collaboration unlocks greatness
silo /ˈsʌɪləʊ/ verb verb: silo; 3rd person present: siloes; past tense: siloed; past participle: siloed; gerund or present participle: siloing isolate (one system, process, department, etc.) from others. Silos are a common problem for organisations. A PwC survey indicates that … Read More
It's not better tech that will save your company, it's the personal touch
With artificial intelligence set to take over 50% of the functions in a company, discussions often turn to what technology companies must invest in to compete. But for businesses of the future, superior technology is not the deciding factor for … Read More
10 tips to avoid burning out
A recent Gallup study of nearly 7,500 full-time employees found that 67% feel burned out “sometimes, often or always” with 23% in the “often or always” categories. Almost all of us will experience this feeling at some point within our … Read More
Why work should be reframed as projects
Job stability is a very good thing. But job stagnation is very bad indeed. To prevent routine and boredom from affecting staff morale and productivity, employers should consider reframing work in terms of projects. Instead of seeing employment as a … Read More
An usual solution for unengaged employees: entrepreneurship
With Gallup reporting that only 13% of employees worldwide are actively engaged at work, costing companies $450 – $550 billion in lost productivity in the US alone, employers are desperately seeking ways to improve employee morale. Work friendships, a sense … Read More
What do Millennials want from their employer?
With Millennials now comprising a quarter of the world’s population and 35% of the global workforce, this generation is fast overtaking Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, and Gen X put together. But though employers have an idea that these younger employees have … Read More