Creating the perfect appraisal
FCIPD qualified Harvey Bennett explains how to create the perfect appraisal, and whether common strategic practices really work. Appraisals always get a mixed press: people either love them or hate them. Those who hate them do so because: It’s seen as a ritual (usually – but not necessarily – attributed to the HR function […]
End procrastination: Top time management techniques
Jim Bird, founder and chief executive of time management organisation worklifebalance.com, outlines four ways to effectively organise your tasks to produce efficient and effective results including throwing away 'to do' lists. In today's ‘choice challenged’ environment, the absence of time management skills can leave you feeling overwhelmed in your everyday life. Your most vital […]
Why is it so hard to manage Emma?
Ever since ‘Emma’ was promoted to section manager, Alex has been increasingly worried about how to manage her performance; David Barnard of the HayGroup looks at the challenges. Emma is the kind of person you want to have working for you. She wants to do a good job. She likes working in a team, and […]
Businesses unprepared for human capital measurement
Businesses are unprepared for human capital measurement yet they need better measures to unleash performance gains and keep shareholders happy. The Taking Measures report by Penna Board Partnership, says that 82% business leaders, surveyed from 200 UK companies, now acknowledge that HCM is fundamental to the success of the business. Further, 80% of business leaders […]
Management-union partnership eases difficult market conditions
Partnership between management and unions can have a beneficial impact on companies' financial performance where the workplace faces a declining or turbulent market, according to new research published today. The finding comes from research undertaken by the independent Policy Studies Institute commissioned by the Department of Trade and Industry. The study – Collective Bargaining and Workplace Performance – […]
