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.
Organisations are building some "quick wins" toward their diversity targets by boosting the numbers of senior women in traditionally female-dominated areas of business, but gender diversity experts say they need to broaden their approach in order to make real progress.
Executive women can "have it all", according to HR Daily Community blogger Nicole Underwood, but only if certain crucial elements for success are in place.
High levels of employee motivation don't necessarily translate into better performance, according to engagement experts Mark Royal and Tom Agnew, who say that work-related frustration can compromise engagement even when an employee is enthusiastic about their job.
The Fair Work Act's adverse action provisions are the biggest cause of headaches for employers and should be modified, according to employment lawyers.
