If you think a development program that focuses on building leaders as individuals will boost the diversity of your upper ranks, think again. Different demographics often require tailored programs, one company has found.
Confusion and myths about innovation often lead HR professionals to see it as outside their sphere of influence; in fact, HR can foster and reinforce innovation in a number of key ways, says human capital expert Richard Kantor.
Employees need continuous reinforcement to make the most of learning and development initiatives, so in an environment where budgets are shrinking, organisations should adopt a mix of traditional development programs and low-cost newer solutions, according to research.
The difference between coaching an employee and simply telling them what to do depends on a coach's ability to build rapport or "connect" with employees, says leadership strategist Steve Fearns.
Organisations often make the mistake of using performance as their only selection criterion for high potential programs, but populating development programs with high performers can often lead to much lower success levels, according to a talent analytics expert.
More than nine in 10 HR professionals and managers don't think their organisations are achieving career development goals, and close to half of all employees are in the wrong job, according to recent research from Right Management.
Even when they're new to a role, CEOs and senior executives are often reluctant to ask for help, so it's up to HR to proactively ensure they have the support they need, according to leadership expert Norah Breekveldt.
An Australian business has saved $1 million in recruitment costs and now fills 80 per cent of its vacancies through internal promotion, after refining both its hiring and development processes.
A lack of consistency between induction and training processes and documentation is preventing many employers from getting the most out of young workers before they move on, warns Holocentric CEO Bruce Nixon.
A fundraising trek with a leadership development focus has helped senior employees at Goodman Group become more strategic and inclusive, while raising money for charity, according to participant Samantha Evans.
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.
