UCT GSB’s Rayner canning says that like shaking hands, traditional training models may be gone for good.
Emerging technologies will limit the physical contact people have with each other.
Business needs to start proactively managing culture, a new PwC Global Culture survey. Despite the current unrest, experts insist now is not the time to press the pause button.
Julia Modise has been nominated for the CHRO Awards for her work as chief people officer at Bridgestone. Multi-tasking is a learning killer, says Michael Gullan.
Game, Makro, Builders, Cambridge and Cash & Carry stores have been affected by looting. EU draft directive puts the gender pay gap in the spotlight, while Taiwan plans to reskill this year. Antoinette believes that understanding different aspects of the business are key to HR’s success. Radio stations team up to help people in industries hardest affected by the Covid-19 lockdown. An Oracle webinar covered how talent mobility is impacting talent acquisition, and employee interaction and development. A SAGEA survey shows that recruiting patterns for graduates are largely unchanged. Despite the pandemic and lockdown restrictions, companies can still inspire change. Nkeku Mothoa says that her biggest surprise has been that you can find yourself doing an MBA. Shirley will be sharing insights into strategy, culture and leadership, and will support shared value strategy. Beverley Bennett has been nominated for her work as head of human resources at Curro Holdings. The Mercer CEO outlines a strategy for navigating the challenges of working from home. Companies and countries are trialling new methods of work, from reduced days to no probation period. The HR director reveals how a varied 30-year career prepared her for her current role.
Dismissal over not taking a polygraph test heads to the Labour Court.
One in two people showed signs of a depressed mood.
Janeske Greeff says organisations must assess measures to be applied and ensure compliance. The MOU covers trainees, graduates and experienced CAs.
Jon Foster-Pedley explains that resilience and wellbeing in the workplace are closely linked.
Cheryl opens up about her job, her background and the superpower she wishes she could have. Jasmin has been nominated for her work as HR director at Microsoft SA.
Sam takes the reins from Jabu Mabuza who passed away in June. Janeske Greeff says mandatory vaccines may become a much-needed risk-mitigating tool.
Global recruiters predict an increase in demand for business school graduates.
Eswhin has been nominated for his work as the CHRO of In2food.
Jodi-Leigh Erasmus says medical certificates constitute hearsay evidence and can be queried by employers.
Retrenchment claims show women more affected by pandemic-related job losses.
Labour minister says UIF has funds to support workers during Level 4 restrictions.
A Henley Business School webinar detailed how HR professionals can reinvigorate themselves and their teams. Covid-19 has affected equity, with Africans, females and people with disabilities still under-represented.
Workday is providing five designated, company-paid days off for all staff. The exco has come up with a ‘go-slow week’ and a ‘pyjama day’ – and even exco joins in.
Candice has been nominated for 2021 CHRO Awards for the work that she does at AECI.
Employers should not wait for an arbitration date to apply for postponement, says Ruaan Heunis. Diversity and inclusion are at the top of the agenda for countries and companies. PwC survey finds that more CEOs than ever before are planning to reduce headcount this year. Job scammers are making a small fortune from desperate job seekers.
World’s leading platinum producer says it can vaccinate 18,000 people a day. One of the trends seen in 2021 is the need to build and acquire new skills in digital competence.
Sanlam shares ways employers can make a difference in taking care of their employees.
Acquisition offers low-cost, self-service, contactless recruitment for youth.
Incorporating EVP, trying to better understand the needs of employees was key says Dr Dieter Veldsman.
Avanthi Maharaj says Focus Fridays also help in practising better meeting hygiene.
Unilever’s Mechell Chetty says you can’t guard your talent – you have to partner and be collaborative. Arlene Jacobs, dispute resolution official shares two ways to set aside an arbitration.
Executive remuneration could soon be linked to commitment to climate change.
Fifi approaches her role with conviction and a sense of purpose – and a strong sense of empathy. Youth employment and job creation takes centre stage as the country commemorates Youth Day.
A recent judgment highlights power relations in the workplace.
Catherine Goldie from JobCrystal provides five solutions for the most common reasons that people leave.
Quit Genius is the world's first digital clinic for treating nicotine, alcohol and opioid addictions. Mobile vehicle offices are expected to assist graduates in rural and outlying areas. What happens when an employee wants to retire but there is no agreement on retirement age? Ruth has been nominated for her work as the people wellness executive at Silverbridge.
Employers must do risk assessment on operational requirements before deciding on mandatory employee vaccinations Fresh insights from Momentum show the need for adaptive leadership beyond ‘crisis excellence’.
EU legislation could soon regulate the use of AI in hiring, recruitment, and evaluation of candidates.
Return-to-work must be underpinned by psychological safety, which is high on SNG Grant Thornton’s agenda. The Department of Labour reveals that R228 million was fraudulently claimed by employers for Covid-19 relief. A high 67 percent of women entrepreneurs are creating jobs within the first year of business life.
As people are returning to work, HR needs to consider how to set policies and procedures. OfferZen's Stephen van der Heijden reveals what you can do to attract and retain developers.
Information integrity and protecting employee information are high on the agenda for remote working. Curated, personalised experiences keep employees engaged and motivate them to bring their best selves to work. Positive levels of trust and organisational culture have a higher return than full disclosure of pay. Celiwe has been nominated for her work as the human capital director at Old Mutual. Thato says that winning this national award has given her the opportunity to transfer her skills. Tom Marsicano has learnt from previous change management scenarios that the human touch is crucial.
The pandemic has resulted in a change in career choices, and women’s ‘work days’ increasing by five hours. Malisha believes that being vulnerable is a credible and authentic demonstration of your humanity. Striking Massmart employees are told to self-isolate, and Eskom refers a pay dispute to the CCMA. Learning by doing training is valued by hiring managers.
PaySpace’s Sandra Crous believes there are no winners when there are fixed paid leave days. At Nando’s, employee wellbeing is core to building resilience and is seen as a passport to thrive. Sally shares the two WWs and an H of the process, saying it’s easier than it seems.
One in 12 jobs has been lost year-on-year.
Akhona has been nominated for her work as the chief people officer at Yum! Restaurants International.
Communication, care and consideration are key during a crisis. Jeanett has been nominated for her work as the chief executive group: Human Resources at Sanlam.
The private-sector will help to get “jabs into arms quicker”.
Behaviour should be driven by meaning, purpose and pay-off for each individual under “performance engagement”. The key is to not overthink it and to keep your old relationships warm, says Ncumisa. Stigma remains around seeking support for mental health, and poor labour practices come under scrutiny. Workforce mobility policies adapt to the pandemic, while retrenchment and mortality claims are on the rise.
Typical take-home pay has increased by four percent in real terms. In future, vital skills our workforce develop will depend on how well they played as children. People are still dealing with high levels of anxiety, a study shows. Society as a whole needs to address gender equality, diversity and inclusion. Current public sector wage demands far exceed inflation.
The labour minister could set EE targets for companies, under proposed changes to the EE Act.
Sigrid believes they could be the solution to many questions around the future of work. Tik Tok enters the HR space, Qantas retrenches, and gender discrimination lawsuits hit Amazon This week: Nandos’s “Nandocas” were encouraged to speak out about their experiences to win prizes.
Compliments are not an open invitation, says the Labour Court.
HR professionals have many responsibilities but none as important as protecting employees and their personal information.
Planned amendments to the Companies Act will place executive pay in the spotlight.
Caryn says she looks forward to interacting with the diverse panel and contributing to its deliberations. HR executives joined a Community Conversation to share how they are coping with 2021. Yoni Titi Human Capital successfully placed Kennedy Bungane into the role of CEO of African Bank.
Dr Paddy Pampallis says the time is now for a more human type of leader.
Donald has been nominated for his role as the director of human resources of JSE.
Funeral benefits are highly valued in the employee benefits space and need to provide for virtual funerals.
The Minerals Council has called for community involvement to support the aim of reaching herd immunity. Masenyane Molefe says nothing – not her studies nor the first 15 years of her career – pointed towards becoming an HR professional. Companies around the world are launching programmes to avoid Zoom fatigue and measure employee health. A study has revealed that the second wave has hit employment, and JPC and PIC execs in the headlines.
Unilever’s Natasha Tilakdharee explains how the pandemic affirmed that ‘people with a purpose’ do thrive.
An agreement between CCMA and Salga is intended to promote labour peace and equity.
Jannie de Villiers says that he wants to leave the organisation with a legacy of “finishing well”.
International experts and local HR leaders share their views on the evolution of recruitment.
SAB Zenzele Kabili will list on 28 May, with 95 percent of shareholders in favour of the scheme. Dieter has been nominated for the work he has done at MMH.
This ruling has implications for companies that have not updated their policies with Covid-19 protocols.
CEO Sbu Shabalala has been granted a three-month leave of absence to address personal matters.
An employer in pursuit of finding the truth should use polygraph tests cautiously. Why the demise of the traditional corporate training model is good for business
Cisco’s GM, Garsen Naidu, shares 10 technology trends soon to be affecting our lives
Culture is on the leadership agenda, but the rest of the business doesn’t yet feel it
Medical experts talk CHROs through the fact, fiction and reality of Covid-19 vaccination
Julia Modise has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
Five trends driving e-learning engagement
Massmart prioritises employee safety, jobs in aftermath of unrest
Global HR headlines: EU to address gender pay gap and Italy lifts layoff and dismissal freeze
I am a fixer, says Antoinette Roberts, group HR executive at Blue Label Telecoms
SA HR news roundup: Financial aid for tourism, and maritime industry has new draft OHS regulations
Webinar reveals how leading companies are tackling talent mobility for the new era
Graduates securing multiple job offers
Mandela Day must not be forgotten, says MAMAS Alliance
At home doing lockdown, this MBA student pursued international learning – virtually
Shirley Zinn appointed chairperson of V&A Waterfront board
Beverley Bennett has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
Tamara Parker shares three questions to guide successful WFH implementation
Global HR headlines: Probation policies on the way out, companies willing to pay big for crypto talent, and rudeness can be deadly
SAP’s Genevieve Koolen believes people enable organisational success
SA HR news roundup: SARS takes the hard line on work-from-home expenses, and employee wellness is on the remcom agenda
Nids-Cram shows arrival of the ‘silent pandemic’
Health and safety in the workplace – not a stagnant concept during Covid-19
SAICA partnership aims to boost audit skills at SARS
Henley Business School’s Jon Foster-Pedley reveals how to build resilience in your teams
Up-close and personal with Yum! Brands’ Cheryl Whitaker
Jasmin Pillay has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
Sam Sithole is the new Sun International chairman
Mandatory vaccines in the workplace – a decision not to be taken lightly
Global HR headlines: China plans to create 50 million jobs by 2025, CEs deal with declining executive pay and bonuses
Eswhin Booysen is nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
How to deal with suspected fraudulent medical certificates
SA HR news roundup: Digital transformation benefits youth, job losses hit women hard
Business and labour call for lockdown relief from government and financial institutions
Experts discuss battling lockdown fatigue to keep relationships, staff and the business secure
Another half-century needed for real transformation in the workplace, says the CEE
Workday introduces Thank You Fridays for their employees to support wellbeing
Gcobisa Ntshona discusses how LexisNexis is promoting employee wellness
Candice Watson has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
What to do if you are unavailable to attend an arbitration on a scheduled date?
Global HR headlines: Burnout and psychological distress a reality, search for the world’s first para-astronaut
A third of CEOs plan to reduce headcount despite rising unemployment
SA HR news roundup: No salaries for Denel staff, job scammers prey on desperate job seekers
Sibanye-Stillwater receives green light for Covid-19 vaccination at four sites
Webinar by Mercer discusses how companies are upskilling and reskilling for the future
How responsible are employers for their employees’ wellbeing?
Local online recruitment initiative is the largest co-ordinated drive to tackle youth unemployment
CHRO Community Conversation hears how Momentum created belonging and employee engagement during organisational change
Google has piloted Focus Fridays to give employees periods of uninterrupted time to work
Unilever and Vodacom employees benefit from a digital marketing exchange programme
What to do when you have lost an arbitration
Pandemic productivity results in full flexibility, while egg-freezing as an employee benefit is gaining traction
Vumatel HR executive FIfi Sali striving to be an HR superhero
SA HR news roundup: Plans to address youth unemployment continue despite Covid-19 third wave
Sexual harassment promotes a culture of gender-based violence, says ConCourt
Five reasons employees leave – and what you can do to retain them
Quit Genius allows employees to overcome their addictions 100 percent remotely
KZN unemployed graduates database aims to help youth find jobs and training
Employees retirement age: What the Labour law says
Ruth Wotela has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
Compulsory workplace vaccination plan must follow the national programme
Resilience and engagement should be at the centre of employee value propositions
Global HR headlines: AI seen as a recruitment risk, Amazon plans ‘returnships’
SNG Grant Thornton’s Neridha Moodley discusses prioritising psychological safety for the return to work
SA HR news roundup: DoL traces Covid-19 employer fraud, 121 employers handed to the Hawks
Women entrepreneurs are creating jobs and sustainable businesses
Webinar reveals how to navigate health and safety in the face of vaccine uncertainty
Five reasons SA companies are missing out on top tech talent
Five steps for an employee-first approach to POPIA
Webinar presents research from Peakon revealing what your employees need
Research reveals that pay transparency reduces job turnover – but that’s not the whole picture
Celiwe Ross has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
Passion, work-ethic and resilience win PnP’s Thato Mxo an award
Facing a crisis head-on: Strategy, empathy and embracing change
Global HR headlines: Employee voices heard better when working remotely, women work more
EOH’s Malisha Awunor shares why showing vulnerability as a leader matters
SA HR news roundup: Strike season with a Covid-19 twist
Motus expands industry talent pool with 355 YES youth
Why PaySpace introduced unlimited paid leave for staff
CHRO Community hears how Nando’s views employee wellbeing
Torque’s Sally Acton shares why a personalised employee experience should be your top priority
Unemployment stats make for sombre scenarios
Akhona Qengqe has been nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
New insight into employee crisis communication
Jeanett Modise nominated for the 2021 CHRO Awards
Workplace vaccination sites coming online
Webinar reveals how to unlock growth in your people, using technology as the enabler
Bryte SA’s Ncumisa Mtshali dissects the art of networking
Global HR headlines: Persistent stigma about mental health in the workplace, and Amazon fined
SA HR news roundup: Workforce mobility changes, increases in retrenchment claims and CNA CEO resigns
Salaries edge back to pre-pandemic levels
The secret to developing a great workforce is play
Financial concerns dominate the Covid-19 world
Gender diverse companies outperform on all fronts
Escalating wages, retrenchments and too little job growth
Amendments to the Employee Equity Act to look at new definitions, targets
Standard Chartered Bank‘s Sigrid Müller on hybrid workforces
Global HR headlines: Gender and generations are making their presence felt in the workforce
SA HR news roundup: Nando’s employees speak out, job searches decrease, wage negotiations
Court upholds CCMA decision on sexual harassment
Webinar unpacks the POPI Act from an HR perspective
The DTIC aims to narrow the pay gap between executives and workers
FirstRand’s Caryn Baird has joined the CHRO Awards judging panel
CHROs share ways to cope with burnout, build resilience and prioritise psychological safety
African Bank CEO placement the first sole mandate for a black-female-owned SA search company
11 habits to help leaders to safeguard their mental health
JSE’s Donald Khumalo nominated for 2021 CHRO Awards
Virtual funeral benefits a vital part of employee packages
Mining industry urges over-60s to vaccinate
‘HR found me’, says PPS Group Executive: HR Masenyane Molefe
Global HR headlines: HSBC’s Zoom-free Fridays and Koa’s ways to measure employee wellness
SA HR news roundup: Second wave impacts jobs and leadership challenges at government orgs
Crafting future-fit career plans at Unilever
CCMA taps into municipal infrastructure
Grain SA CEO shares his thoughts around his departure
The future of recruitment: AI will assist rather than replace hiring teams
New employee stock ownership plan for SAB to list on the JSE
Momentum's human capital executive Dieter Veldsman nominated for 2021 CHRO Awards
Labour Court upholds dismissal of worker who came to work with Covid-19
Tiffany Dundson appointed interim CEO of Adapt IT
Everything you need to know about using a polygraph test to determine workplace misconduct
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