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July 2021

Leadership and Being a Role Model – 20 Ideas

Humanitarian and Nobel Prize-winning physician Albert Schweitzer famously observed, “Example is leadership.” At some point in our life, a leadership opportunity appears. Many of us are parents, teachers, coaches, managers and committee leaders.  As such, we know that being a role model is an important part of leadership. But it’s not always easy. There are role modeling saboteurs lurking, ready to thwart our best intentions to set a good example. And, if you’re a leader of leaders, the ante is upped because new leaders emulate their bosses. Want to inspire the people you lead? Here are quotes about setting a good example and being a positive role model. Quotes About Being a Role Model “Being a role model is about being true to myself.” ― Idina Menzel “Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.” ― James Baldwin “Find someone who has a life that you want and figure out how they got it. Read books, pick your role models wisely. Find out what they did and …

5 Tips to Help You Get the Most from Your Hybrid Team

Hybrid work models have gained increasing popularity over time, especially amidst the challenging times of COVID-19. While the idea of working remotely may be favorable for some, others may differ in opinion and like the idea of going to work in person.  The hybrid work model strikes the perfect balance, and some may argue that it gives them the best of both worlds at home and work. However, maximum productivity is one of the main goals of any business. That means understanding hybrid work productivity metrics is key to assessing productivity levels. But before we get into the complexities of that, you need to understand what the hybrid work model entails in the first place.  Hybrid team: What Is It & How Does It Work? Simply put, a hybrid team is a flexible work arrangement where some employees come into the office, whilst others work remotely or come in on specified days. The hybrid work model also allows employees to choose if they’d like to come into work or carry out their job roles from home.  A hybrid team …

Top 12 HR Tools Every HR Professional Should Know

Source  If you check with any Human Resource (HR) professional on why they chose to be in that profession, two of the common responses you will get most often, “I am very much a people’s person”, or “I love helping out people or communicating with people”.  But do you think that’s reason enough to succeed in this profession?  An approachable persona is required to perform the responsibilities of an HR, but to have a thorough understanding of the relevant processes and technologies is equally important.  Today, we are going to delve deep into the top 12 HR tools that every HR professional must know and gain some expertise around it.  Top 12 HR tools every professional should know in 2021  When it comes to HR tools, you will find the majority of the tools in the recruitment sector.  Corporate giving tools Onboarding tools  Pre-employment assessments  Job advert optimization tools  Sourcing tools 1. Corporate giving tools  Besides the tools and technologies, there is also the human element in HR. You can get involved in a corporate volunteering program, …

Drive Engagement with Powerful Employee Survey Tools

Surveys help you get to the heart of the employee experience at your organization. The better you understand your people, the better you can take action that boosts performance and meets your employees where they are. But if you want to drive engagement, you need more than just a batch of questions and an email list. A strong employee survey strategy must include the tools to execute.   …

How To Accept an Apology at Work

Has anyone ever said anything to you at work that was really hurtful or snarky? It’s an experience we can all relate to. Sometimes it’s an intentional slight or power-play. But here’s the thing. More often, it’s an unplanned quip and your colleague wishes they could take it back. There are a couple of different ways you can go when this happens. Personally, I advise going the civilized route—if they apologize, accept. Accepting apologies at work is a good “people equation” skill to master because it maintains relationships and enhances your professionalism.  Professionals Accept Apologies Graciously If you act graciously when you’re on the receiving end of a colleague’s blunder, you maintain your professionalism. I’m not talking about allowing someone to treat you poorly — such as intentional snide comments, tirades or any form of workplace bullying. That’s a different topic altogether and not acceptable behavior. Period.No, I’m talking about those times when someone tried to be funny, but wasn’t.  Or, their attempt at edgy repartee came out sounding mean.  Or any number of other things that get …

Re-Imagining The Future Of Work

We live in a time of drastic changes in the economy. With the rise of work automation and AI, routine repetitive activities are in decline and emerging jobs require advanced creativity and soft skills. After the pandemic, remote work became a new normal even in large enterprises. It fosters flexibility, advanced communication skills, and more diversity in teams. These changes mean that what worked in the industrial age no longer applies to the knowledge economy. Companies can’t rely on the 9 to 5 office routine anymore if they want to attract the best talent and keep ahead of the competition. In order to succeed they need to focus on building a strong culture based on adaptability, empathy, and the sense of belonging. What are the most efficient ways to do this based on the latest findings from neuroscience, behavioural science, and social science? In the infographic below we gathered the scientifically proven practical methods to foster your team’s resilience and creativity. Running Remote is the world’s largest conference for the CEOs and Founders of remote-first businesses where they discuss the latest trends of …

What’s Your Leadership Trust Building POV?

When I was sixteen, my family moved across the state. It was the first time we’d ever moved; it was a leap of faith on my parents’ part that we would all adjust to our new surroundings. Luckily, I made friends fairly quickly and established a typical teen social life which included going out with my new-found friends to movies, school dances and high school sporting events. Whenever friends would come into my house before we went out for the night, they would invariably have one question: “What time is Jenni’s curfew?” My parents would reply, “She doesn’t have one.” My friends were shocked. No curfew?! How could this be? “We trust her to make a good decision” my parents would say with a smile. And it was true—they did trust me. And guess what? I rarely broke curfew. Life Experiences Shape Our Views on Trust Now that I’m a parent, I have come to realize how truly remarkable my parents’ stance on curfews-in-a-new-city was. The trust they placed in me with this issue—and many others—when I was …

Top Trends in Human Resource Management in 2021

HR practices in the last decade have seen a sharp rise in technological advancements and changes. As more and more companies become technology-oriented, human resource management has evolved to keep up with the industry. HR Trends to Watch Out For in the New Decade AI-powered HR Technology will continue to shape the future of the human resource management industry. In the coming years, AI will continue to gain traction in human resource management. According to the artificial intelligence survey by Gartner, “17% of organizations use AI-based solutions in their HR function and another 30% will do so by 2022.” Moreover, they also predicted that “two-thirds of early AI adopters have one to three active AI projects, with plans to double the number of projects by the end of 2022.” Recent AI-based HR trends include automation of most HR tasks, such as organizing employee records, and various data analysis tools to help company management with decision making. Improvement in Data Management  Gone are the days when HR relied on reams of papers to track present and past employees and potential …

Trends in HRM That Contribute To the Value of Employee Engagement

What does it mean to work in a corporation? As an employee, you have certain responsibilities that you must uphold. In exchange for your services, you get perks. You may think that the situation is this linear, but that is not the case. Every business wants a team of employees who are loyal and bring in profit for them. To instill these feelings of loyalty, companies ensure they know what their employees want. After all, it wouldn’t make sense to spend money on facilities that employees never asked for instead of giving what they want. So, to ensure there is no communication barrier between the company and employee, Human resource management enters the scene. A human resource manager’s responsibility is quite vast. They not only hire the best prospective employee, but they must also train them too. While they are training, they must also make sure employees have a sense of appreciation and belonging. They are also responsible for ensuring that the company has all the latest technological advancements. Here’s how they make sure employees engage with the company: …