Employers' gender-equality efforts are failing because organisations aren't taking a strategic approach to the problem, according to Workplace Gender Equality Agency director Helen Conway. Meanwhile, a guide released today aims to show employers exactly what to focus on.
Bonus schemes aren't as prevalent in HR as in other departments, but they can help employers attract and retain talent, while keeping costs down during tough times, advises an HR recruitment specialist.
Employers that ignore workforce data when hiring for their HR departments will soon hit roadblocks, as growth in the sector outpaces the general labour market over the next five years, warns a talent sourcing strategy expert.
Does promoting people based on merit give everyone a fair go? The results of a debate this week should have employers questioning who decides what 'merit' is, and whether they're really appointing the best leaders.
Organisations can significantly increase productivity by cultivating certain business "habits" that drive high performance - but success is contingent on adopting all seven habits without equivocation, says business consultant Nicholas Barnett.
The employers leading the charge on workplace gender equality recognise the importance of including men in their diversity initiatives, says Workplace Gender Equality Agency director, Helen Conway.
Creating effective reward and recognition programs is not an exact science, but new research suggests recognising employees a certain number of times per year can lead to sustained behavioural change.
Video interviews might improve the efficiency of recruitment processes, but employers must balance this against candidates' desire for more face-to-face contact, warns a hiring expert.
One of the most common workforce strategic planning mistakes is caused by over-reliance on lag data rather than lead data, says human capital expert Colin Beames.
Certain leadership styles can increase workplace psychosocial risks, so employers must take this into account in leadership selection and performance management processes, argues a psychologist.
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.
