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The Truth Behind HR’s Poor Reputation
The Truth Behind HR's Poor ReputationAh, the age-old question; "…so what do you do for work?" - a classic that comes your way often - "I'm in HR", you say.And with that, you're likely no stranger to the predictable responses that follow - fear; anger; frustration;...
Why you should be doing stay interviews.
We are noisy about the use of culture surveys - we think they rarely tell you what you really need to know and should be used sparingly - read here. We think there are much better ways. One strategic initiative you should be using is the 'stay' interview.As more and...
Why are we still dealing with bullying, harassment & discrimination?
Statistically, bullying and harassment in the workplace is as bad as ever. Despite the #metoomovement, the events of parliament and countless studies, surveys and token legal reform, there is still a problem. We think we know why.Firstly, let’s get on a page. Language...
Are you still doing traditional performance reviews?
In 2015, PWC surveyed the ASX top 150 regarding performance reviews. The survey found that most high performing businesses acknowledged their performance review processes didn’t work, yet still did them in lieu of a better way. All these years later, many are still...
5 Key Components to being a more Influential HR Practitioner
Being influential is a learned skill. It is frequently assumed as a given by mistaking being influential with using HR rules and regulations to manipulate. Being a great influencer takes time, concerted effort and strategic intent and there are many facets to honing...
If you are still using the 9 box matrix tool, it really is time to stop!
Created by McKinsey in 1970 as a succession planning tool, the 9 box matrix was made “infamous” thanks to Jack Welch and his transformation of GE.The tool was designed to assess performance and potential. It is now 53 years old so yes HR people, another old old old...
Do you create teachable moments?
Leaders who create teachable moments, consistently investing in the development of people, are the kind of leaders people want to follow. Gallup's 2022 "State of the Global Workplace" Report states that Employee Engagement in Australia is at an all time low at...
Sick of workplace drama?
Let's call it out - any workplace drama is exhausting and debilitating. It affects culture, well-being, performance, and the bottom line.The rule of thumb here is simple, if the drama feels like it would be typical of a schoolyard, a reality TV show or a...
Do you have trust and confidence as your culture cornerstone?
Prior to a long awaited landmark decision in the High Court, we HR practitioners considered the concept of “trust and confidence” as a legal construct, not a culture construct.In short, the implied term of "trust and confidence" was a legal mechanism we understood as...
Tough business women need to be celebrated
Sometimes it's hard to hear feedback about how we are perceived by others - but what a gift this knowledge can be - imagine not knowing.Adaptability is a core emotional intelligence competency and feedback is central to growing this capability. I understand the need...
Culture surveys may not be telling you what you need to know…
Surveys are the tool organisations use to “measure culture” and provide insights to shape, tailor and improve the environment and the way work gets done, but they don’t work in isolation and here’s 7 reasons why: Trust – if your culture already has trust issues, or a...
The high performer mindset checklist
The 'high performer mindset checklist' has been curated from 30 years of observing leaders in action. I believe this list to be the key competencies that make the difference between a good leader and a great leader! Every time I observe a leader in action and they...
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