People Management

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   Avoid these management traps

   Industry Week recently posted an article about some of the common traps that leaders fall into.  This inspired us to write our take on this topic – adding more depth to some of the issues raised, plus a few others …

2. 

   Organisationally… How Bendy Are You?

   According to a recent survey; “Survey on Workplace Flexibility” [Herman Trend Alert 23.2.2011], workplace flexibility is a highly valued and important benefit for employees. How’s this for startling results from US employers: -          98% offer at least one workplace flexibility …

3. 

   It’s on the list!

   In this busy world of ours, some time honoured habits are just the ticket to make sure things get done and make life easier. For example – whilst scouring around for a fresh take on what’s what, we noticed various …

4. 

   The benefits of Key Performance Indicators

   Very few companies are good at setting and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) – the small handful of predictive measures that will ultimately drive goal achievement.

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   3 Employer Challenges – 2011

   The 3 biggest challenges employers may face in 2011.

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   ‘Straighten Up & Fly Right’ Conversations

   Everyone involved in managing people will find that at some point a situation will arise where a tough conversation is required.

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   Linkedin – Ignore this at your peril?

   The possibilities of social networking sites such as Linked-in replacing the traditional CV.