What Is A High Employee Turnover Rate? (And Why It Matters!)

There is no “one size fits all” answer to the question: What is a high employee turnover rate? In other words, I cannot provide you with a number. It all depends . . .  It all depends on a lot of significant factors. Factors such as industry, culture, size, (yes, size does matter), management and … Read more

QUIZ ANSWERS – Trends That Will Shape HR Over The Next 5 Years

You did this the ‘Old Fashioned’ way.Let us look at how you scored on these questions.The correct answers are in BOLD. 1. What is the primary focus of digital transformation? A. Improved Recruiting StrategiesB. Use of Big Data and AnalyticsC. Automation of HR ProcessesD. Increased Use of Technology in HR 2. What is the most … Read more

10 Trends That Will Shape Human Resources Over The Next 5 Years (A Must Read!)

If Human Resources (HR) was really treated like the “Most Important Asset” and we invested as much genuine effort into it as we do with say Finance or Marketing, there would be no need for an HR “office”.  Do you know what I mean? “That place” people get “sent to” when they are misbehaving?Or, “that place” … Read more

Does Human Behaviour Change With Situations? (Let’s Find Out!)

In this article, I will share some of my thoughts on the question: Does human behaviour change with situations? From my experience, it most certainly does. Think about it for a minute. Would you behave the same in a Church as you would at a party? Probably not. You may sit quietly at a party, … Read more

Is Congruence Important In Business? (How To Build A Legacy Of Authenticity)

Yesterday, a young professional, new to the function of Human Resources, asked: “is congruence important in business?“ At first, I was a bit taken aback. We were discussing leadership. In my humble opinion, there is no effective leadership without congruence. I assumed everyone would understand how important congruence was. I was wrong. A smile lit up … Read more

Why Is The Human Resource The Most Important Of All Resources? (Must Read!)

Do you ever ask why is the human resource the most important of all resources? I am sure you read all those Vision and Mission Statements on the walls while sitting in lobbies. There is a statement that usually reads something like this: “Our Human Resources are our most important assets.” Yet, when you dive into … Read more

What Is The Single Most Meaningful Initiative To Improve Employee Engagement? (Solved!)

I find it hard to believe that it is still necessary to talk about the single most meaningful initiative to improve employee engagement. However, if you are reading this article it is because you are searching for an answer. Or, the answers that you have found still do not tell you what that single, most … Read more

Why Is 40% Of The Workforce Still Looking To Quit Their Jobs In 2022? (Provocative!)

The question on everyone’s mind is: Why is 40% of the workforce still looking to quit their jobs in 2022? After the COVID-19 pandemic of 2019 to 2021, there was an expectation that people would be anxious to return to their jobs and their organisations. That, however, was far from the truth. As the world … Read more

What Is The Effect Of An Individual To An Organization? 5 Compelling Ways To Know

The effect of an individual to an organisation rests under the individual’s control. You have the power to impact your organisation positively or negatively. It is your call. You may argue that there are many aspects within the organisation that you cannot control. However, you can control your behaviours. Functioning congruently is a good starting … Read more