Innovation requires 'losing control, step by step'
Providing employees with greater autonomy and specific training in 'ideation' sets the groundwork for innovation, say the people leaders at an organisation embarking on a new chapter. » more »
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CBRE planning major internal mobility overhaul
CBRE is embarking on a major program to boost its internal mobility, with its market research identifying this as a key area where Australia lacks strong examples. » more »
Passive talent pipelines the main weapon in white-hot legal market
In response to a tightening candidate market, an employer has ramped up its efforts around talent mapping and engaging passive candidates, its people leaders say. » more »
Employees welcome shift to "hands-off" performance management
Shifting from an ineffective and unpopular performance management system to simple and regular check-ins has improved an employer's engagement and collaboration, its people and culture manager says. » more »
L&D focus critical for fast headcount growth
An international employer's clear remit from its CEO to "compete on culture" has driven its huge focus on learning and development to attract and retain people. » more »
Social storytelling amps up grad campaign
Including social media storytelling in its graduate recruitment marketing campaign has led to a 50 per cent boost in applications for the Australian arm of a global employer, according to the head of its people team. » more »
Internships a key source of grads for Nestlé
Consumer brand giant Nestlé is reporting strong returns from a talent pipeline it has plugged into tertiary education institutions. » more »
How Microsoft avoids the job description culture 'trap'
HR professionals are overestimating how effectively they convey an organisation's culture to candidates, relying too much on job descriptions and not enough on interviews, says Microsoft's global talent acquisition leader. » more »
Mardi Gras sponsorship ups the ante on workplace inclusion
An employer has upped the ante on diversity and inclusion by sponsoring this weekend's Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, with the majority of its workforce set to march in the parade. » more »
STEM talent wars drive Telstra's EVP focus
Telstra is ramping up its EVP messaging to attract specialist tech talent, amid challenges associated with its high-profile restructure, and growing competition from start-ups. » more »
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