2025 will redefine how HR leverages AI

2025 will be the year that human resources (HR) professionals will get real about what artificial intelligence (AI) means for their function, with a view towards moving beyond inflated expectations towards considering how AI tools can help them deliver tangible...
Build better performers by mastering the art of constructive criticism

Build better performers by mastering the art of constructive criticism

One often reads that people are a business’s biggest asset. While it has become somewhat of a business cliché, it remains the truth because every organisation is 100% dependent on the performance of its teams, across multiple functions and levels. By Insaaf Daniels,...

Burnt bridges, torched reputations among 2025’s top career killers

Building your reputation and network has always been sound career advice, but in today’s unprecedentedly competitive environment, have taken on a new significance as they could become instant deal-makers or breakers when job hunting, a leadership expert says. “The...

AI in remuneration, dive in or hold off?

Artificial intelligence (AI) should not be used in employee remuneration just because it’s an exciting new technology. This is according to Andre Daniels, chartered reward specialist and exco member at the South African Reward Association (SARA), who says: “We need to...
The right tools equip teams for success

The right tools equip teams for success

Giving people the right tools and creating effective work environments is more than a matter of convenience, it’s a strategic investment. When teams are supported with appropriate technology and conducive workspaces, they are happier and less frustrated, which...

A new leadership approach is needed for change

As organisations prepare for 2025, leaders are expected to navigate increasingly complex challenges, from economic uncertainty and rapid technological change, to changing workforce requirements and stakeholder demands. Kisima Psychological Services CEO Phyllis Ndlovu...