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Barriers To Female Representation In The Life Sciences
We all know that gender inequality continues to be a problem in the workplace and in society globally, and that much more needs to be done to attain equality for all genders. In the post-pandemic world, the imperative for companies to act may be even more urgent, as recent studies on the effects of Covid-19 […]
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Fostering Trust In The Workplace
Building trust between workers and their bosses should be one of employers’ top goals. Trust can happen on three levels: culture/values, teamwork and workforce relationships. Research suggests that while some companies are succeeding in fostering trust in the workplace, others may be falling short. According to a study, only 46% of workers have a “great […]
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Establishing Your Presence As A Thought Leader
Business success is not possible without competent and effective leadership, which helps not only organisations but also employees succeed. Effective leadership positively influences workers, improves productivity and strengthens workplace culture. There are many types of leadership styles, but here we will be focusing on thought leadership. But what do we mean by thought leadership? According […]
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Optimising Key Account Management In The Life Sciences
In recent years there have been huge changes in the healthcare market. Increasing patient-centricity and patient and customer personalisation mean companies are having to adapt in substantial ways. Many businesses are restructuring their organisation as part of a more targeted approach in the hope of standing out from the competition and improving their capacity to […]
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What Drives Employees Today?
The idea of « employee engagement » is not a recent concept. Yet the way we perceive engagement in 2020 has evolved significantly from its initial definition. The focus is not only on ensuring that the majority of the staff is satisfied with their jobs, but as well on the manager to make sure that each employee […]
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Measures To Help Avoid Burn-Out This Winter
Research shows that the pandemic has played a major role in employee burn-out cases this year. Specifically, a survey from FlexJobs and Mental Health America (MHA) found that 75% of U.S. workers surveyed had suffered burnout, and 40% of those said it was a direct result of the Covid-19 crisis. The World Heath Organisation classifies […]
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Strategies To Go Green In The Workplace
We all know it is now more crucial than ever to protect the environment, and that is why we need to adopt eco-friendly habits. But what does eco-friendly mean? According to the Cambridge Dictionary, it means “something designed to have little or no damaging effect on the environment.” A study conducted by Peakon in 2020 […]
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Human Resources Trends to Look Out For In Late 2020
It is safe to say that the Human Resources in 2020 has gone through several challenges and evolutions compared to previous years. Some of these trends are certain to go beyond the pandemic and our current social and cultural happenings. It is important for HR managers to analyse the impact of every phenomenon in their […]
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Why Digital Literacy is Vital For Workers
Technology is everywhere meaning digital literacy is now more important than ever. But what is digital literacy exactly? According to Cornell University in the U.S., it “is the ability to find, evaluate, utilize and create information using digital technology.” It includes areas like online security, online communication responsibility, and digital ethics. Digital transformations such as […]
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How Artificial Intelligence can Improve Human Resources
Using Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) in the workplace has evolved significantly and increased in popularity from its inception, now working its way into the mainstream. Indeed, one study from last year found that 50% of the HR staff and other employees surveyed were using A.I. to some extent at work. However, several Human Resources personnel are […]
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Strategies to Make Employees Feel Appreciated
Nowadays, high employee turnover rates represent one of the biggest challenges for companies. This is exactly what the 2019 Moorepay report found: two-thirds of companies are struggling to retain workers. Given the high overall cost of losing employees – ranging from new hiring processes and employee onboarding to lost productivity and disruptions to team cohesion […]
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Things Human Resources Leaders Must Do in their First Month
The first months as a Human Resources leader is arguably the most important time in creating a long-term impact. Establishing a plan of action that is inclusive of the company’s objectives, while improving the workforce satisfaction and engagement is a priority. Although HR personnel can be overwhelmed with what to do when they first start […]