Human Resource Management

Have you ever said to yourself, “I wish I didn’t always have to micromanage my team”? You’re not alone. Striking a balance between giving people freedom and keeping things on track is a tricky managerial skill.  The way you manage people matters. Studies show that 66% of employees leave their jobs because of toxic managers, […]

Some weeks, everything goes according to plan — tasks are completed and goals are met. But when you pause to take a closer look, the team feels flat. They’re showing up, but not lighting up. It’s all getting done, just without much heart. Turns out, even in high-performing Agile teams, productivity doesn’t always equate to

Suppose one of your best team members gives you a two weeks’ notice. You scramble to find a replacement, projects get delayed, and morale becomes low. Now picture a different scenario, your team is already equipped with skilled, well-trained professionals ready to step in seamlessly. That’s the power of a future-ready talent management strategy. A

“Everyone’s doing their job, but no one seems excited about it.” As a manager, has this thought ever crossed your mind? This happens when you see your team log in on time, meet deadlines, and still feel disconnected. The truth is, even the best workflows fall short without strong employee engagement strategies. And this isn’t

According to Gallup, replacing an employee can cost up to twice their annual salary. That’s time, energy and money lost. When you focus on keeping your best people, you’re saving on hiring costs and more. Employee retention is a cornerstone of organizational success, ensuring that the time, resources and energy invested in building high-performing teams

Modern HR technology has transformed how businesses operate, making it possible to proactively support employees and build resilient, high-performing teams. Today, advanced HR platforms leverage real-time feedback, predictive analytics and integrated communication tools to foster engagement and spot early warning signs of burnout or disengagement, long before they escalate into turnover. For instance, a tool

According to a PwC study, 95% of business leaders say their crisis management skills need improvement, but only 35% have a crisis response plan in place. This gap often leads to costly mistakes and a lasting impression. Take the example of Zilingo, a once-promising fashion tech startup from Singapore. In 2022, the company faced leadership

What makes one team feel like a well-oiled machine, while another keeps losing people faster than it can hire them? It often comes down to how well an organization understands and supports the employee life cycle stages. Many businesses pour time and resources into recruitment but overlook what happens before a candidate is hired. That’s

Do you feel that as an HR professional, you are constantly handling conflicts, employee expectations and performance concerns?  Your role is essential, yet trying to motivate and engage employees feels like a never-ending struggle. Gallup estimates that low engagement costs the global economy a staggering $8.9 trillion – 9% of global GDP. The study’s numbers

Attracting and retaining top talent is harder than ever. Can you relate? Intense competition, evolving employee expectations and widening skill gaps make building strong, stable teams difficult. Poor onboarding or limited growth opportunities can drive them away even when you hire top performers. This is where Human Capital Management (HCM) becomes essential.  So what is