The World Needs More Entrepreneur
How do we convince people that a business remains the best form of investment for any future. Unlike, real estate, mutual funds and stocks, the possible returns of a business are uncapped. The only limit is your vision.I know it is hard, but we need to convince more...
Can Your Take Home Take You Home?
If after 5 years of working, your salary cannot provide you with basic needs and some extra, you are experiencing career SOS❌️. If your 'take home' cannot take you home, something is not adding up. Let's examine.If your state of distress happened as a result of...
Stand Out by Being You
I am pretty average at most things.I was very average at school, till I dropped physics and chemistry and discovered economics.I was very average at work till I switched from UI Design to a career in Human Resources.I realise, the only time I excel, is when I am being...
HR Is Not the Office Hitman
For HR Professionals, career suicide is allowing yourself be used to do the dirty work of unscrupulous management.HR is not the 'hit man' signing off wrongful terminations at every whim. Neither is HR 'fear factory', churning out threats and disciplinary letters at...
AI in Recruitment Assessments: Innovation or Ethical Issue?
I am a bit torn on this one, so please, weigh in on this.I typically use essays as part of recruitment assessments. To write well, you need to present your thinking clearly. This is an important competence for any role requiring strong communication skills.I read all...
My Journey to Payroll Mastery
The truth is, when I was Head HR, I didn't understand payroll. Everytime the accountant would send payroll to me for approval, I would silently pray that it was accurate. The most I could check was joiners and leavers. At least, I could advise on start dates and exits...
I Tried ChatGPT
Chat GPT reminds me of those people you ask for directions that aren't sure, but in their bid to be helpful, they confidently lead you in the wrong direction.Ever happened to you? My husband always wonders why they can't just politely say they don't know🤷♀️. My guess...
Maintaining Credibility With Your Management
HR professionals, the surest way to lose credibility with your management is by making uninformed decision at critical times. I remember goofing once in my career, when I told my CEO that 'staff were not happy' and he responded, 'which staff?' That was the last time I...
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Many years ago, before COVID-19 turned me into a hermit, I met with a CEO to discuss his recruitment needs.I had planned a 45-minute conversation to elicit the competency requirements for the job roles.After discussing the broad job description, I enquired about...