One of the most successful taxi companies in the world doesn’t own any cars. One of the most famous hotel chains in the world doesn’t own any hotels. And one of the most beloved retailers in the world doesn’t own … Read More
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How skilled are your staff really?
The workforce of the future will operate in a significantly different environment from that of today. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), the shift in focus for business, and the increased importance of soft skills, many employees’ skills will … Read More
From T to Z: Integrating a cross-generational workforce
The modern workforce is unique in history as it is the first time as many as 5 generations are represented. From Traditionalists, to Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millenials, and now Gen Z – how does a company integrate employees that … Read More
3 psychological biases holding your business back (and how Kalido helps)
The psychological biases identified by cognitive psychology and behavioural economics are well known. Anchoring, overconfidence bias, and curse of knowledge are three important biases businesses must guard against to prevent irrational action. But acknowledging a problem is merely the first … Read More
3 characteristics of the future-ready business
It’s not going to be business as usual for much longer. Research by global management consultant firm McKinsey estimates that more than half of the existing skills in the workforce will become obsolete in the next few decades. More employees … Read More
5 types of speakers to avoid
Talk may be cheap, but good speakers are expensive. Unfortunately, so are bad ones. A bad speaker costs just as much in fees and time as a brilliant one. So, for anyone about to hire, listen to, or become a … Read More
2 Important things introverts and extroverts can learn from each other in the workplace
There are currently 7.7 billion people in the world. So, it’s a tall order to expect everyone to get along. But understanding more about what makes different people tick goes a long way in smoothing relations. Especially as soft skills … Read More
Are you ready for life after university?
With the end of the academic year fast approaching, many students will be asking themselves ‘what next?’. And if you’re not asking, you can be sure your family, peers, lecturers, potential employers, and just about every second person you speak … Read More
How to facilitate cultural integration after your merger
After the dust has settled on months of negotiations and back-and-forth, you are finally merged. Congratulations! But it’s not quite business as usual. Integration of new personnel and systems is not a straightforward procedural exercise. Instead, it’s a careful assimilation … Read More
How principle-based management can stop your employees leaving
If your company is experiencing high levels of attrition, it’s tempting to dismiss the issue as the result of natural causes like retirement, emigration, and family responsibilities. However, research by the IBM Smarter Workforce Institute cites job dissatisfaction as the … Read More
What is a viable business idea?
Whether you’re looking at introducing a new service to your business, or planning on starting a business, you must be convinced of the viability of your idea. Viability is an interplay between what you can produce, and what the market … Read More
Are you getting the most from your university years?
If you’re heading to university or college to get an education, you’re aiming too low. At the end of your time studying, you should come out with a life experience. Academic institutions can provide much more than lectures, course packs, … Read More
This is why people are skipping your conference this year
Networking! Socialising! Industry news and trends! Your conference promises all this and more. So, why are people opting out of attending this year? After all, you’ve done everything you did last year, and it worked…didn’t it? Perhaps not as well … Read More
The pros and cons of working in a co-working space
The modern workspace takes many different forms. There are the traditional corporate cubicles. There’s the working-from-home kitchen counter. There’s the anywhere-there’s-a-laptop-and-a-lap option. One of the most interesting additions is the private office in a co-working space. This aims to provide … Read More
6 benefits of having a mentor
On your road to success, you’ll need some good travelling companions (a point discussed in more detail in our Reading Series). One such companion is a mentor, to guide, motivate, and help you in thousands of invaluable ways. Because as … Read More
The benefits of being a mentor
Success, wealth, and fame may all be common indicators of a good life but there’s something else that’s often overlooked: impact. In other words, how you’ve actually helped others or changed the world. Or what legacy you leave behind. And … Read More
Why working with alumni makes sense
As the saying goes, birds of a feather flock together. Extend that idiom into the working world, and you might say: birds of the same flock work better together. In this case, we’re referring to alumni from your school. Whether … Read More
Why your ex-employees matter
Hirers and hirees spend a considerable amount of time, attention, and money on their entry and onboarding process. Hirers often enlist the help of recruiters, paying vast sums in commission. Hirees spend weeks polishing up their CV, good interview shoes, … Read More
Why aren’t your alumni donating to your academic institution?
Every year, academic institutions around the world send out glossy letters and magazines to alumni in the hopes of enticing them to ‘give back’ to their alma mater. And while some institutions are rewarded by generous cash donations, and sometimes … Read More
How a good conference app can help you
Conferences are hard work, for both organisers and attendees. For organisers, there’s months of administration and coordination that needs to happen behind the scenes. For an attendee, plans have to made for people to get there, with minimal disruption to … Read More