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Corporate learning is boring — but it doesn’t have to be
Duncan Wardle, Harvard Business ReviewMost corporate learnings aren’t cutting it. Almost 60 per cent of employees say they’re interested in upskilling and training, but 57 per cent of workers also say they’re already pursuing training outside of work.
workplace
How to discuss the undiscussables on your team
Dina Denham Smith, Harvard Business ReviewSurfacing the undiscussables on your team may be uncomfortable, but it must be an ongoing campaign, or they will sneakily build up in the background and impact your employees’ morale.
workplace
Australia’s top boards reaching 40 per cent women
Australian Institute of Company DirectorsAnalysis of board diversity data released today by the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) reveals that the ASX 20 and ASX 50 have at least 40 per cent women on boards, with rapid progress being seen across the index.
governance
workplace
Six simple steps to green your office
Making office spaces more sustainable can feel like a daunting task, especially for firms facing budgetary restrictions. But low-tech, low-cost solutions could help companies cut carbon emissions, save on energy bills and even improve staff morale.
workplace
corporate responsibility
Who is productive, and who isn’t? Here’s how to tell.
Aaron De Smet and Angelika Reich, McKinsey & Company, 17 November 2023More than 50 per cent of workers say their productivity is down. Managers who understand what motivates different types of workers can boost their engagement and help them find more satisfaction at work.
workplace
The benefits of a pet-friendly workplace
Shawn X. Quan and Kira Schabram, Harvard Business ReviewAs leaders consider what their organisation should look like in our hybrid world, one area they may not be considering is the benefit that pets can have in the office. A new research study indicates that there’s a lot of upside for developing a pet-friendly workplace.
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Ditch performance reviews and do this instead
Liz Ryan, RaconteurAs companies reach the end of the year, they enter into a 'performance review season' - determining annual bonuses and salary adjustments. However, Raconteur's columnist Liz Ryan calls these processes "costly, drawn out and demotivating" suggesting that a constructive alternative is...
governance
workplace
Groupthink: The killer of Innovation
Wesley van PeerA sneaky, silent killer lurks in the hallways of offices, meeting rooms, and even in our heads. It’s not a mysterious spy or a high-tech gadget...
workplace
How to disagree with your boss
Amy Gallo, Scott LaPierre, Jessica Gidal, Anne Saini and Hannah Bates., Harvard Business Review, 26 October 2023When was the last time you disagreed with your boss? Did you tell them you had a different opinion — or did you just let it go?
HBR contributing editor Amy Gallo says it’s much easier to just agree with your boss. But sometimes, it’s important to speak up.
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How to stop taking work so personally
Melody Wilding, Harvard Business ReviewTaking things personally at work is not a sign of weakness, but a reflection of your passion, commitment, and deep sense of responsibility. But what if your professional role has become too intertwined with your sense of self. While equating your value as a person with your performance at work is common,...
managing yourself
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