Providing certain "perks" - like parental leave, L&D opportunities and flexible work - is unlikely to improve an organisation's engagement levels because employees now expect them as the norm, according to a new report.
Neuroscience principles that help elite athletes perform at their peak are proving successful in business settings to improve work performance and reduce the impact of stress, says neuroleadership specialist Kristen Hansen.
One of the biggest differences between top-performing HR departments and "laggards" is the ability to demonstrate the impact talent management has on the business, according to a recent report on human capital management trends.
Changing the language organisations use to describe flexible work will help remove some of the stigma that it is only for mothers, and allow it to become "mainstream", Diversity Council Australia says.
HR professionals with strong analytical skills, and particularly those working in change management or compensation and benefits, will find it easiest to move into new roles this year, say HR recruitment specialists.
HR professionals should aim for incremental improvements in engagement, rather than big spikes, and "do fewer things better", according to engagement research by Aon Hewitt.
Understanding just a few key principles of neuroscience can help managers motivate their teams to better performance, says EnHansen Performance senior coach and facilitator, Kristen Hansen.
The Fair Work Act has increased the administrative burden on HR professionals in significant ways, with most saying they now devote more time to industrial relations issues, and have to seek legal advice more often.
One of the most valuable things HR professionals can do for their CEOs this year is provide intelligent data about the organisation's talent, says SHL managing director Stephanie Christopher.
Business schools and MBA programs have largely failed to develop the leadership characteristics and skills necessary for organisations to succeed in the future, says neuroleadership expert Silvia Damiano.
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.
