Two types of stories drive workplace behaviour changes
Organisations that communicate their values through personal stories create better engagement and connections with them, a communications expert says. » more »
Engagement & culture (653 items)
Case study: Addressing hybrid challenges for "best of both worlds"
Openpay has completely shifted away from its pre-COVID, nine-to-five work model, using creative solutions to combat some of hybrid working's biggest challenges. » more »
Process-driven communication lacks 'deep listening'
Organisations have upped the ante on communication to build their own 'communication culture', but what's needed now is deep listening, says an expert. » more »
Procrastination a "necessary activity" that lifts productivity, culture
About 20% of employees are "chronic procrastinators", but scheduling time for procrastination is actually an effective way to boost a workplace's culture and productivity, a specialist says. » more »
Transparency around diversity a must; HR leaders and DV; Menopause stigma
Transparency around hiring and promotion statistics is driving both diversity and engagement wins for a tech employer. Also in this article: HR best practice when facing a domestic violence disclosure; and reducing stigma around menopause. » more »
CEOs to "aggressively" pursue agility; Bullying's harmful impacts
One in two CEOs believe they need to pursue operational agility and flexibility "aggressively" in coming years, according to a new report. Also in this article, two studies shed light on the costly impact of workplace bullying and best-practice approaches to managing it. » more »
Employers now striving for "flexibility on steroids"
Defining future workforce needs and restructuring is employers' top investment priority this year, closely followed by "reinventing flexibility", new research from Mercer shows. » more »
Woolworths to spend $50m on upskilling; Employer takes flexibility to new level
Woolworths has announced a major initiative to help upskill and redeploy its 60,000-strong workforce. Meanwhile another employer is launching working hubs in "paradise" locations to attract and retain talent. » more »
Leaders have "rare opportunity" to redefine BAU
The "more human" leadership traits that came to the fore during the pandemic will be crucial to maintain while organisations continue recovering from its impact, according to new research. » more »
HR's wellbeing crucial to 'helping the helpers'
Cisco's HR team has added an inward focus this year to minimise risks of burning out while providing high levels of support to the business. » more »
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