Plan for a hassle-free payroll and HR system upgrade

Plan for a hassle-free payroll and HR system upgrade

If payroll errors, delayed pay runs and expensive compliance fines are causing you headaches, it might be time to upgrade to a new payroll and HR system. While this is a significant decision, it’s one that demands careful financial planning, says Ian McAlister, GM of...
The biggest mistakes you make when asking for an increase

The biggest mistakes you make when asking for an increase

Negotiating a salary increase is a crucial career skill, yet many employees make mistakes that weaken their chances of success. By Dr Chris Blair, CEO of 21st Century In South Africa, where structured HR policies typically govern pay progression, employees must...

The A-to-GenZ of workplaces …

GenZers are making up 27% of the workforce and, as with all generational tribes, they bring with them a unique set of insights. This age group has never known a time without the internet. They’ve shared their life milestones on Instagram and are now moving to the beat...

Tips for faster, smarter, easier payroll reconciliations

Payroll administration is stressful. Monthly tax submissions and biannual reconciliations demand considerable time and focus. Payroll teams work long hours to collect information, get sign-offs, generate reports, adjust calculations, and file accurate submissions....

Now is not the time to neglect DEI Initiatives

Within his first four days in office, US President Donald Trump, issued executive orders that ban diversity and inclusion (DEI) programmes in the US federal government that will overturn much of the work done in the past four years to increase diversity in the US...

Balance leadership and followership for productive workplaces

While leaders are expected to steer the corporate ship and make executive decisions in their organisations, employees – by the same token – need to consider some accountability for the roles they fulfil, writes Phyllis Ndlovu, founder and CEO of Kisima Psychological...