Turnover at this organisation spiked up after it redefined leadership requirements, and asked those who didn't meet them to leave, but the positive impact on those who stayed has more than compensated for the turbulence, says its HR director.
Benefits such as flexi-time and time off in lieu are now so prevalent that they're no longer considered a significant competitive advantage - but this doesn't mean they're unimportant, says Mercer Pacific talent business leader Garry Adams.
An employer brand should not only create clear expectations about what an organisation has to offer, but also about what it expects from employees in return, according to branding expert Andrea Culligan.
Many organisations are failing to take concrete steps to ensure workers understand and reflect the behaviours promised by their employer brand, according to new research by Employer Brand International (EBI).
Mobile is fast becoming the most popular way for people to access the internet, but HR departments are failing to embrace its potential for use in candidate attraction and engagement, according to talent management expert, Martin Cerullo.
With employers increasingly using social media for branding and candidate attraction, HR professionals must ensure their virtual activities comply with advertising standards, according to Dundas Lawyers legal practice director, Malcolm Burrows.
Employers that can't source the talent they need should consider whether they're "selling the right message", says the general manager of human resources at Chevron, Kaye Butler.
Investing in the development of staff who have career aspirations outside of your organisation can still make business sense, according to the general manager of Bakers Delight Holdings, Gabby Kelly.
All employers should consider putting in place a workplace s-xual harassment prevention plan, even though such plans are only expressly prescribed in one jurisdiction, according to a risk management expert.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.
