Gen Z workers are quite literally the new kids in the professional block. Born after the internet age kicked off in 1997, they are an entirely different cohort from those that preceded them. And, it’s not just the generational gap that distinguishes them from their older, more seasoned peers – …
Read More »Why your business needs a good software developer
Finding good software developers is challenging for businesses but can be especially difficult for smaller firms. It’s important to understand what you’re looking for in a developer and know where to find them. Here are some tips. The role of a software developer A software developer is responsible for developing …
Read More »How to prepare for a dip in consumer confidence
Have you spent more money dining out / filling up with petrol / on home refurbs / on your preferred streaming service than you did a few months ago? You are not alone. Prices are going up across the board, and every consumer feels the pain. What was referred to …
Read More »Why entrepreneurs need to have more than just a great idea
Aspiring entrepreneurs often think the hard part is having a great idea. But, in reality, there’s so much more to being an entrepreneur than that. In order to be successful, you need to be able to execute your vision, build a strong team and create a company culture that supports …
Read More »Why Microsoft’s CEO won’t snoop on employees
Questions around productivity come up whenever the topic of remote working is brought up, the suspicion being that remote workers might be too distracted or too lax to keep themselves on track.While this isn’t borne out by research, business owners and managers believe this may be true. Many have little …
Read More »How to remove unconscious bias from your workplace
Are you aware of your own biases? Chances are, you have some unconscious bias toward certain people or groups without realising it. This can lead to discrimination in the workplace, which is not only unfair but can also be damaging to businesses. If you want to create a more inclusive …
Read More »Tips for Team Creativity
Team creativity is highly valued by every organisation. But what makes a team creative, and what steps can you follow to encourage this? Importance of team creativity There are many reasons why team creativity is essential. For one, it can help to solve problems more effectively. When multiple people work …
Read More »What do workers want?
People have been speculating about the future of work for many years. Now that that future seems to have arrived, employees have more say about it than ever. The future of work for workers The pandemic and its many restrictions have exposed employees to a range of flexible work setups. …
Read More »Why bosses need to think about the what and how, rather than the where and when
Work was traditionally an eight-hour affair, conducted on weekdays and on fixed schedules with the odd break. For as long as we can remember, employees reported to a single workplace. The great disruption brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic engendered a certain realisation among the general working populace: that work …
Read More »Why putting women in top roles can boost profits
Every business is always looking for ways to increase profits. Research suggests that those firms where top echelons are still male-dominated may want to expedite their gender-equality goals. Here’s why.Recent Harvard Business Review research has found that businesses with more women in senior management perform better than those with fewer …
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