Workplace mentoring is one of the things organizations are paying attention to in today’s competitive business environment. They are leveraging mentorship to nurture, develop and retain their best people. According…
Like any other new role, being a first-time manager can be filled with nervousness. Statistics show 80% of working professionals experience nerves when starting a new job, and first-day jitters…
More business owners realize that good leadership is more than just about setting an example and getting good results. It is also about making a connection with employees. Why? Because…
Identifying and Dealing with a Toxic Colleague A study has shown that toxic coworkers damage a company’s bottom line. Unfortunately, employees are bound to meet with a people like this…
Hiring employees is one of the effective strategic plans for most small business owners when they want to scale their growth. Often, business owners reach a level they need help…
Benefits of Employee Counselling Statistics show that 1 in 6.8 people experience mental health problems in the workplace. Further, a recent study revealed that the prevalence of mental health challenges…
Human Resource Management Challenges in the 21st Century The human resource (HR) department is one of the fundamental units of an organization. It’s responsible for almost every aspect of an…
Businesses across Africa and the world face a workplace and workforce radically reshaped by Covid-19. While “Zoom-ing” and “virtual work” have become commonplace, “upskilling” to retain talent and keep teams…
In 2021, the world experienced the Great Resignation, where many employees voluntarily exited their jobs. A study showed that nearly 63% of such employees cited low pay and lack of…
Small business owners considering alternatives to a fixed salary will come across sales commissions. They are prevalent in retail setups. However, business owners need to understand sales commissions and their…
