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A recent survey reveals that a staggering 86% of young professionals prioritise a sense of purpose as crucial to their job satisfaction and overall well-being.
Africa is poised to develop new working patterns.
Discover how companies can enhance employee satisfaction during corporate travel by securing premium airline seats without the hefty price tag.
Kim Howard, Chief People Officer at Ashburton Investments, has the dual task of creating an environment that drives strong team performance in a high-stakes knowledge industry.
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Discover how organisations are leveraging eLearning to boost employee retention and development in 2025.
Ultimately, happiness and stress function as two sides of the same coin in relation to productivity. Happiness enhances cognitive function and resilience, while chronic stress hampers performance. By prioritising happiness in the workplace, organisations can cultivate more engaged, creative, and productive teams.
On this International Day for Persons with Disabilities, Dr Armand Bam advocates for systemic changes and cultural shifts to support those silently battling chronic illnesses and mental health conditions.
Essentially, coffee badging should not be viewed solely as a problem; it may indicate that employees are eager to re-engage with their work environment on their own terms.
Burnout is not just about feeling tired or stressed; it reflects a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged exposure to excessive work-related stress.
Success begins with the interview process. Preparation is key and candidates have ‘one shot’ to make a lasting impression and that preparation is key to standing out.
ETHEKWINI Municipality deputy city manager (DCM) has learned the hard way that ignoring emails might put an employee into serious trouble with the employer as his alleged actions plunged the city into millions of fruitless and wasteful expenditures.
The key is to take enough time to reap the benefits without creating more problems for yourself in the long run.
As the workforce continues to evolve, the debate around what constitutes ‘appropriate’ interview and office wear is sure to remain a contentious issue.
Maggie Mojapelo shared an inspiring tale of how she started from virtually nothing and worked her way up to become a consultant, successful entrepreneur, and co-founder of a business that has been reshaping the HR sector.
Ever felt a wave of dread as the weekend wraps up? You're not alone. Many people experience what's known as the ‘Sunday scaries’ and ‘Monday blues’. These terms describe the anxiety and reluctance that come with the transition from weekend relaxation to the start of the work week.
The best way to determine fit is to see how someone performs in the role. This is why a shift to contract-to-hire is the emerging strategy for forward-thinking organisations looking to de-risk the hiring process.
In South Africa, one out of every three employees is grappling with burnout, a condition often marked by presenteeism: being physically present at work but mentally absent and ineffective.
It’s gaining traction in the business world, especially among those looking for a sustainable path to success.
Burnout doesn’t adhere to a strict schedule but there are recognised periods throughout the year when it tends to peak.
The key to a happier workplace lies in understanding and addressing the root causes of employee stress.
Whirlwind is an understatement when McKenzie describes a typical day. And she says, she ‘wouldn't have it any other way’.
Women tend to bear the brunt of stress, anxiety, and burn-out more than men, due to the additional household responsibilities they take on and the so-called second shift that many working mothers have to manage.
Providing personalised skills development resources will help companies retain their top talent.
The task of building a team requires that each member of the team approaches the teambuilding exercise with an attitude of “what can I learn” from this exercise and “what will my contribution be worth”.