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As we enter a new year, we must recognise that from time-to-time, everyone struggles with mental health issues. Just like,...
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from a niche innovation to an essential technology driving transformation across industries. In human resources...
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We spend most of our waking hours at work, but what happens when your job feels uninspiring or stressful? Michael...
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An organisation is only as good as its people. Ensuring those people perform to their best is the role of...
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Circular Energy has partnered with Bradshaw LeRoux, a disability inclusion specialist organisation, to forge a disability-positive workplace. Together, they aim...
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Motivation is a driving force behind employee behaviour, productivity and satisfaction. When designing an employee rewards and recognition programme, it’s...
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Revolutionising seasonal hiring: iContact BPO partners with M4Jam for digital contracting efficiency
In the fast-paced world of business process outsourcing (BPO), peak season hiring demands are no small feat. Onboarding hundreds, sometimes...
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International SOS has released its 2025 Risk Outlook report, revealing essential insights into the mounting challenges for organisational and workforce...
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The global demand for information and communication technology (ICT) skills remains at an all-time high – and while many organisations...
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“Our brains respond to social interactions in much the same way they respond to physical threats: with a fight, flight...
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Dr Armand Bam, head of Social Impact at Stellenbosch Business School, is advocating for greater recognition and inclusion of invisible...
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In today’s workplace, collaboration and teamwork are essential, but unresolved conflicts can harm relationships, reduce productivity and escalate costs. Workplace...
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Bullying in the workplace is a problem that is more common than one may expect. Office bullies create a toxic...
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I recently saw a meme on social media that said: “The only thing worse than an organisation that doesn’t care...
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It’s not unusual for Sindile Mathunjwa to arrive at her office at 02h00 to prepare for the day ahead. It...
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Gareth Robb, contracts director at GVK-Siya Zama Building Contractors in the Western Cape, has been described by his colleagues as...
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Motivating for a salary increase or improved compensation package is one of the most nerve-wracking challenges employees can face. The...
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As the class of 2024 writes their finals, I reflected on a conversation I had with an older leader who...
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South Africa’s workplaces are battling a silent mental health crisis, and according to a recent study by Sapien Labs’ fourth...
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Achievement Awards Group has won the prestigious Top Technical Innovation Award at the CapeBPO Awards 2024 for its groundbreaking bountiXP...
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How many traditional internal conferences have you attended which have felt like glorified meetings, the only difference being more attendees,...
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In today's competitive business landscape, retaining top talent is essential for growth and success. One of the most impactful ways...
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South Africa has one of the world’s highest rates of burnout and other unaddressed mental health conditions in the workplace....
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Psychiatric illnesses – particularly depression, anxiety and substance use disorders – are increasingly prevalent among young professionals in South Africa....
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Work can be a significant source of stress and poor mental health, but 'good' work can contribute to better mental...
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In today's world, where work is characterised by phrases like 'always on', 'hustle culture' and 'time is money', success has...
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As companies across the world face RIF – reduction in force – whether through hiring freezes or retrenchments, it is...
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October brings much joy to those in the southern hemisphere: The weather starts getting warmer and flowers are seen everywhere,...
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Year-end events have long been synonymous with a good ol’ party and consuming copious amounts of food and drink. While...
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For human resources managers and executives, training and development leaders and executives, the focus should not be on whether to...
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No one can predict the future; however, modernising payroll gives the space to contemplate a company's unique workplace evolution. We...
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Rapid technological advancements, the surge in data and the increasing demand for specialised expertise has led to business environments needing...
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Change and disruption are constants, rendering the ability to lead with agility while thinking out of the box a critical...
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Investing in employee education is no longer just about personal development; it’s a powerful way to advance a company’s goals....
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Designing sales incentive programmes for the motor retail industry – whether for your own sales force or a channel partner...
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Employee burnout is a serious challenge facing companies of all sizes in South Africa. As businesses navigate a competitive environment...
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We all know the typical team-building experience: games, presentations, laughter, awkward moments, dinners, drinks and fun. We can return from...
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To engage or not to engage? That is not the question. Rather, it’s about how different folks respond to different...
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Just as the beauty of a garden does not lie in a single plant or flower, neither does the success...
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Over the past few decades, there has been a significant increase in women in the workforce, with an estimated 47%...
