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Multigenerational business environments are becoming more common and this type of diversity has led to a focus on the differences between the generations and a fair amount of stereotyping. I believe that seeing differences predominantly as a limitation instead of an opportunity  has a highly restrictive impact on progress and achieving a competitive advantage. It [...]

The multiple benefits of Corporate Social Responsibility projects are proving to be so valuable that organisations cannot afford to not stimulate corporate social initiatives. The steep increase in employee interest and participation is driven by different motives. For large groups there is a strong social motivation to make a difference. On the other hand, research [...]

  According to a recent World Economic Forum report the majority of U.S. workers will freelance by 2027 and almost 50 % of millennial workers freelance already. Other research shows that the 'open workforce' is also gaining ground beyond the U.S. Organisations that rely heavily on acquiring and retaining talent for ongoing innovation will have [...]

If remote working places and loose ties become a company's way of life, this can weaken the culture.  Research shows that employees value freedom in how they manage their working time. This includes where they work from and how they schedule their hours. Achieving both freedom and engagement, that is based on a desire to also [...]

Test your knowledge of words, phrases and terms that encapsulate current market developments. Do you know these? Flexicurity This term is derived from flexibility and providing security. It refers to providing all workers with the same or similar rights regardless of the type of contract they have. It is about providing transparency, social protection and [...]