Are you a culture vulture or a culture curator?
Culture is one of this decade’s buzz words, with the media delighting in naming and shaming what it views as toxic and unhealthy cultures from some of our biggest institutions whether it is the banks, the Beeb, the NHS or its turning on its own like News International. What lies at the heart of culture... Read More
The battle for talent is on. When recommendation and reputation’s not enough
Organisations are competing for talent on an unprecedented scale. KPMG’s survey of HR professionals revealed that more than 80% of respondents say that addressing skills shortages is a higher priority now than it was two years ago – and will become critical in the next two years. Personnel Today So how are you approaching your... Read More
Culture – the true story
When we talk about positive or healthy cultures, we mean cultures of engaged employees aligned with an organisation’s values – the organisational watchwords for what drives, unites, motivates and differentiates one business from another. Engage for Success defines engagement similarly: “A workplace where employees are committed to their organisation’s goals and values, motivated to contribute... Read More
The engagement’s off
I’m about to add a whiff of heresy to the proceedings – but like all heretics it’s with the best of intentions. We need to stop talking about employee engagement. That’s it. Let’s put it out there. The problem with employee engagement is the terminology. The minute you give it a name the arguments start.... Read More
Know F all about Gen y? get the IQ PDQ
#downwiththekids PWC estimate that the millennial generation, or Gen Y ( born roughly between 1980 and 2000) will make up half of the global workforce by 2020. They are a generation like none other, with expectations and demands of their own that will reshape the world of work. I’ve been in a couple of meetings... Read More