Why women make good leaders
Five characteristics of good leaders make it imperative to ensure more women reach senior positions in organisations, says experienced board member Anna Booth. » more »
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Blog post: Young people and FIFO not lifetime companions
A big problem facing resources companies is the exodus of younger workers. And, as the future leaders of the industry and the generation who will eventually take over the running of resources companies, we need to look at how to keep younger workers in the industry, especially as the realities of the FIFO working arrangement begin to take their toll... » more »
Social learning turns employees into educators
"Social learning" is breaking down traditional thinking about staff development and offers employers a much simpler and more cost-effective way to train their people, says Robert Yue. » more »
Business case strong for better ethics
Aside from the moral imperative, there is a strong business case for organisations to constantly foster an ethical culture, according to Institute of Executive Coaching director of education, Dr Hilary Armstrong. » more »
Procedural fairness crucial when dismissing employees
Managing an under-performing employee requires a different process to managing one accused of misconduct, but some managers fail to recognise the distinction, says employment lawyer Amanda Harvey. » more »
Are your employees deterring star candidates?
Employers should carefully vet the people who interact with candidates during the recruitment process, because the wrong personalities or attitudes toward the organisation can turn off potential hires, says recruitment executive James Nicholson. » more »
Blog post: What's next for human resources professionals?
Millennials impact the workplace by valuing results over face time, seeking input from many voices in decision making and increasing the use of mentoring and coaching. These changes will increase morale and accelerate leadership development... » more »
How to "survive and thrive" in the face of adversity
The more resilient employees are, the more likely they are to "survive and thrive" in today's increasingly complex world, according to organisational psychologist Kathryn McEwen, who says that although some workers are born more resilient than others, the ability to "bounce back" from adversity can be developed. » more »
Don't ignore anonymous or informal complaints
Many workplace policies make it hard for employers to investigate anonymous complaints, and should be redrafted, according to workplace investigator Lisa Klug. » more »
Hotelling has financial benefits, but can jeopardise retention, expert warns
Sharing an office desk among multiple workers can be a cost-efficient way of using space and resources, but employers must also consider risks that include a diminished sense of self and of belonging, warns psychologist and interior designer George Mylonas. » more »
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