Recent studies highlighting the anxieties of SMEs regarding rising costs, staff shortages, and retention paint a sobering picture. For these vital engines of our economy, these challenges are more than just statistics – they’re daily hurdles threatening their survival and growth. But, in my experience as a Performance Consultant, I see not just difficulties, but…
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The economic downturn has upended the job market in ways nobody could have predicted. Businesses of all sizes are trying to find new methods to stay open and productive, as job seekers scrabble to find positions in industries that are facing unprecedented challenges. While economic uncertainty makes it tempting for companies to reduce expenses, hiring…
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As business leaders, it is our responsibility to ensure that our organisations are diverse, equitable and inclusive. These three practices are essential components of a successful organisational culture, as they can create a positive environment for employees while also leading to increased productivity and profitability. Let’s take a closer look at the advantages of diversity,…
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No one really willingly leads a team that is unproductive. Creating cohesive teams that consistently come up with clever solutions causes leaders a great deal of difficulty. However, despite having the best intentions, many of the methods used by leaders to enhance teamwork are not very successful. Leigh Thompson, a management and organisation professor at…
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A Paradigm Shift Delivers Vastly Improved Performance. A 2,000-ft bridge in Norway was built using 3D models, unlike other large-scale building projects. They omitted the usual two-dimensional construction blueprints, which show how contractors translate designs into final projects. This is a new technique for planning and building projects. This method helps save time and money…
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Culture should support its mission and strategy. Purpose has recently become a critical component of running a business, serving as the guidance and impetus for all firm actions. However, there is often a significant disconnect between a firm’s purpose and what its people experience; therefore a simple communication campaign touting the excellent new company purpose…
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