HR Forum

Friday, May 18, 2012

Four steps to self-efficacy

The foundation of a service employee’s performance is the belief in his own capabilities.

May 8, 2012

Expansion plans in 2012: Asian businesses taking cautious steps

As businesses confront the many economic and business challenges of 2012,they need to deal not only with the “big picture” issues, but also the key operational priorities that are relevant to their areas of operation.

April 23, 2012

Mediate for a successful multi-generation workplace

Generation gaps can cause personality clashes. Bridging the gap between the Baby Boomers, Gen X and Gen Y may lead to a workplace brimming with the best each generation has to offer!

April 19, 2012

Learning agility a highly prized quality in today’s marketplace

It's not about how much you know, but how fast you can learn and roll with the punches

In spite of our technological advances, face-to-face is still best

In a world dominated by telecommuting, e-mail and SMS,is the face-to-face meeting being phased out? Professor Richard Arvey doesn't think so.

April 9, 2012

Customer loyalty: Win the loyalty battle

Understand the three ‘tensions’ that are key to building trust in your customers’ minds.

April 5, 2012

Stop the recruiting roulette!

Hiring the wrong people is costly – here’s how to avoid it.

November 9, 2011

Help your people grow

Companies that focus on career development and training are successful in retaining their best employees.

October 31, 2011

The right way to hire

Getting it correct the first time saves costs and helps to retain workers.

October 29, 2011

Closing the generation gap

Leaders must learn how to create a harmonious environment for employees of different age groups.

October 22, 2011

Make your people happy

If you want a highly motivated team who doesn’t keep looking for other jobs, learn the three things you need to do.

October 15, 2011

Try saying ‘thanks’

Showing your appreciation is a principle of good leadership.

October 8, 2011

Time to toe the line

Nip employee insubordination in the bud before it disrupts your business

October 4, 2011

Are your employees clued in?

Train workers to leave the right service clues for customers and make a good impression

October 3, 2011

Stop your top talents from leaving

Manage your high performers well and equip them for the next level of responsibility

September 27, 2011

Old is gold

Older workers have a lot to offer employers — if they are given the chance

September 26, 2011

Plugging the skills gap

Companies can use the experience of mature employees and help them to stay productive

September 24, 2011

What makes your staff tick?

Understanding employees’ personalities and working styles can help you connect with them better

September 14, 2011

Build a winning team

Learn from football managers how to form a robust and loyal group and reach your goals more effectively

Robust growth in IT sector

Hiring trends and salaries on the rise

September 13, 2011

Workplace lessons from World Cup

Managers can learn a lot from the greatest show on earth

August 20, 2011

Engage your staff to do better

Retain your employees by creating a work environment that brings out the best in them

July 18, 2011

Hire the best brains

A good leader knows how to inspire smart employees to do their best

June 27, 2011

‘Nattering nabobs of negativism’

Workplace negativity is like a flu bug

Mature-age workers can alleviate talent shortage

Employing them can lead to many benefits

Managing in a multicultural workplace

A lack of cultural literacy can give rise to misunderstandings.

June 13, 2011

Put up more ERPs

A robust Employee Referral Programme can help your organisation win the talent war

January 11, 2011

Managing employees the Dell way

Diana Roslam speaks to Dip Kang, a Senior Manager Human Resources / Talent Acquisition of Dell Malaysia about what the MNC looks for in employees and how the company goes about retaining staff.