In an unforeseen development, the Chief Executive Officer of a leading cooperative business has resigned in the midst of allegations of a vile, harmful workplace culture. Critics have accused the now former executive, whose identity remains undisclosed for legal reasons, of fostering a toxic environment, rife with bullying, intimidation, and harassment. These claims have led…
Google’s recently undertaken social media experiment, known as Meta-Google, is rapidly becoming a rallying cry for Human Resources (HR) departments worldwide focusing on digital wellbeing. The tech giant’s stress-testing of its employees’ digital habits provides critical insight into the broadening discourse on virtual workspaces, digital health, and employee productivity. Announced late last year, Meta-Google is…
As companies extend their reach across the globe, more and more employees are finding themselves jet-setting to various countries for work. But what happens when an employee becomes stranded in a foreign nation due to unforeseen circumstances, such as geopolitical upheaval or a global pandemic? The uncertain realities of working abroad have been thrust to…
In today’s fast-paced business world, employers are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence (AI) to perform tasks usually undertaken by human workers. However, as advanced as AI technologies may be, there remains a wide swath of skills that they still can’t sufficiently emulate – the very skills human resources (HR) should now focus on cultivating in…
The financial services industry is witnessing a significant hike in misconduct reports, showing a 10% increase compared with last year’s figures, according to recent data. This upward trend signals a need for improved industry regulations, increased transparency, and stronger accountability within the sector. The report, released by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), headlines a concerning…
The rapidly maturing field of talent analytics can provide valuable insights into the hiring process, helping businesses optimise their recruitment strategies and streamline their operations. However, an important issue commonly overlooked is the significant loss of accuracy experienced after the first day of hiring – the unexpected post-hire blind spot. According to a recent study…
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly investing in Human Resources (HR) in response to the Empowerment, Recruitment, and Agreements (ERA) reforms, indicates the recent online coverage. This move is oriented towards ensuring retention, boosting employee morale, and enhancing compliance with the evolving global regulatory environment. The ERA reforms, introduced to revitalize the modern labor…
The shift to remote work has largely been touted as a progressive benefit to both employers and employees. However, transitioning from a physical workplace to utilizing digital platforms full-time has its own unique sets of challenges. As businesses move towards a ‘remote-first’ model, there are certain considerations about what they may potentially lose when their…
At the planet’s bottom, where temperatures drop to unimaginable lows and sunlight is an elusive guest, people management assumes a new meaning. The vast white loneliness of Antarctica commands a unique combination of adaptability, resilience, and mental strength. The role of human resource managers in this hostile environment leaves little or no room for traditional…
Despite recent federal interventions designed to regulate prescription drug costs, American anxieties concerning the affordability of medications reached an unprecedented high in 2021; exceeding worry levels experienced in 2018. Reflecting on the soaring drug prices despite efforts to curb them, highlights a critical concern for many- the gap between policy and public sentiment – a…