Hiring
Dream jobs don’t exist
They're like unicorns. Often talked about. But rarely sighted. We thought it was time to debunk this myth. So let's explore why you shouldn't chase that dream and what you should focus on. 1. The great illusion The reality is, no job is perfect. Every role comes with its...
What the buck are your hiring intentions?
We recently surveyed the market to understand their hiring intentions for the coming year. Here’s what the +700 respondents said. After years of growth we’re now seeing a more considered market. Do you expect to increase the number of employees in your team in the next 12...
Market Insights – How easy is it to retain high quality talent?
Results from our market survey of +700 business professionals. In our recent market survey, we asked: "How easy is it to retain high-quality talent compared to this time last year?" Offering insights into talent retention trends across different sectors. Departmental Differences Two clear themes emerged in the talent verticals that...
10 realities you need to accept to grow your career
#1 No one owes you anything Take initiative. Your career is your responsibility. #2 The comfort zone ISN'T your friend Growth happens when you step out of your comfort zone. Don't let fear of failure or complacency hold you back. #3 Good workers, get more work Learn to say no and avoid...
Most leaders handle employee resignations wrong
You might ask, how? Well, they end up: - Taking it personally.- Reacting emotionally [or angrily 😬].- Letting it create a negative work environment. Here are some tips on how to cope with resignations - the right way. #1 What's the situation? How your employee resigns will give you the...
You can hire better
It takes more than smarts to be a great team member. Instead, hire people who do these 8 things: 1. Avoid drama We have a policy in our office. It’s written on the wall: No driftersNo dickheadsNo drama queens For us, it helps to foster a culture of respect and...
Stop promoting the wrong people
According to Gallup's research, 82% of the time, we put the wrong person into leadership positions. They might be seen as: Top performers Technical experts Senior team members But loyalty & experience don't automatically make you a good leader. Before you leap into promoting someone, ask yourself these 7 questions: #1 Are...
6 questions to regularly ask your employees
To make sure they stick around. During a turbulent job market, the last thing you need is talent leaving. A great way to slow or stop the leak is a “stay interview”. Frame it as a developmental chat, so your top people can see a path forward. Ask these...