Emotional intelligence the missing link in the AI-driven workplace

Emotional intelligence (EQ) has become a critical skill for modern leaders aiming to advance their careers. In an era where technology manages routine tasks, EQ is what differentiates leaders by enabling them to inspire, engage, and create cohesive teams, writes...

How global payroll can boost global business

Can global payroll truly exist in an era where business is increasingly international, and employees work from more places and locations than the office? More specifically, organisations need a single, global payroll platform with configuration, scalability, and...

New year, new me? Why new year’s resolutions don’t work

The beginning of a new year is a special time. It’s a moment filled with hope, ambition, and the excitement of a clean slate. You set goals, make resolutions, and dream of reaching your ambitions you set every year… But as the days roll by, many lose the spark and the...
Keep top tech talent from slipping away

Keep top tech talent from slipping away

The global demand for ICT skills remains at an all-time high, and while many organisations focus on recruitment, retaining top talent is where the real challenge begins. In a market saturated with opportunities, keeping talent engaged, motivated, and loyal has become...

Fluidity drives agile talent models

The way people are envisaging and planning careers for themselves has changed, writes Johann van Niekerk, co-founder and CEO of Outsized . Traditionally split into ‘full time’ or ‘freelance’ (whatever form that may take), talent is starting to become fluid. People are...

Remuneration trends talent-hungry employers need to know

The world of work is evolving rapidly and along with it, employee demands and remuneration practices. “Companies that want to stay ahead of the talent race need to keep abreast of these changes and adapt accordingly,” says Dr Mark Bussin, master reward specialist and...