Workplace diversity and inclusion is a crucial element toward business productivity in the 21st century, but what exactly are the benefits of a diverse workforce? Despite it being critical for South African businesses to be legislatively compliant to BBBEE and Employment Equity Regulations which includes it’s own benefits, research has shown that having a diverseContinue reading “Workplace Diversity: The Benefits.”
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5 Tips for New Managers Leading During a Crisis.
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Why a focus on diversity transformation is key in the coming future.
With the impact COVID-19 has had not only on the emotional well-being of many South Africans, but also the large impact it has had on the economy, one could be wondering about the coming future and what to expect. At the start of 2020, South Africa’s unemployment rate was unchanged from 2019, standing at 29%,Continue reading “Why a focus on diversity transformation is key in the coming future.”
Other than hard-skills, what do potential employers look for?
We’ve either experienced it or heard of it. Some will spend years completing their higher education and become highly skilled in their field of study, but then to their frustration, struggle for a year or more to find that job they’ve been studying for. Being skilled technically is for sure a great advantage, and havingContinue reading “Other than hard-skills, what do potential employers look for?”
What makes a great leader? Here are 5 defining traits.
There is a difference between good leadership and great leadership. Great leaders have certain defining traits that enables them not just to empower themselves, but to empower their employees as well. It’s commonly thought that these are naturally occurring personality traits of a select few, and while that may be partly true, these traits canContinue reading “What makes a great leader? Here are 5 defining traits.”
Which one of these seven leadership styles best describes you?
Leadership styles can differ from person to person, and some may adopt varying styles in their leadership methodology. Evaluating your individual leadership style will help you identify any problems that may arise with that specific style and create solutions based upon the immediate needs and reactions of your team. 1. The Authority Known as theContinue reading “Which one of these seven leadership styles best describes you?”
Self-confidence building tips.
Self-confidence isn’t just crucial to our personal lives, but to our career advancement as-well. Think about whether or not you’ve seen a well-known leader that lacks self-esteem. Those who lack self-confidence are often sensitive to rejection and fail to learn from the criticism of others. They preoccupy themselves with personal problems and fail to findContinue reading “Self-confidence building tips.”
How to manage your time better.
Time management is considered to be one of the most important aspects of productivity, tackling task lists, understanding priorities and battling procrastination can seem like daunting tasks when we’re faced with so much to do and so little time to do it. Failing to manage time can lead to consequences that go beyond not beingContinue reading “How to manage your time better.”
Self evaluate your Emotional Intelligence with this quick quiz.
Ever wanted to know where you stand on the emotional intelligence scale? Saying yes to these five questions may prove your emotional intelligence is higher than you think. Emotional Intelligence (EQ) seems like a buzzword lately. While everyone is talking about EQ, it’s for good reason. It is one of the most sought after softContinue reading “Self evaluate your Emotional Intelligence with this quick quiz.”
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