Recent TRG blog posts

As businesses are seeking ways to cut costs in anticipation of a rough economic road ahead, what can the HR function do to help?  

360-degree feedback has become a game-changer in talent management, offering a comprehensive approach to evaluating and developing employees. This method goes beyond traditional performance reviews by considering inputs from multiple sources, including supervisors, peers, and subordinates.

Implementing a 360-degree feedback system is not always straightforward. Many companies struggle to get it right, facing challenges in design, execution, and follow-up.

In this blog post, we will strive to find the answer to the question "Are we overvaluing employee satisfaction?" by investigating whether emphasising workplace contentment actually increases engagement and productivity and examining its effects on key metrics, such as eNPS, absenteeism, and turnover rates.

Read more: Are You One of These Four Employees Who Make or Break a Meeting? 

As the economy evolves rapidly, building an adaptable workforce is crucial for organisations seeking to stay ahead of change. Yet true talent acquisition requires more than filling vacancies; it demands a holistic approach that encompasses both current and future hiring needs. 

Are you struggling to set meaningful goals for your diversity and inclusion initiatives? Not sure which metrics truly matter or how often you should update your plans? You are not alone. These challenges are common, but they are not unsolvable. 

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace are hot topics these days, and for good reason. People are now more interconnected today than ever. As a result, workplaces are becoming increasingly diverse. Companies are waking up to the fact that having a diverse workforce is not just nice to have. 

Many HR managers miss the mark when it comes to highlighting the true cost of bad hires to their executives. This oversight means they lose a crucial opportunity to showcase the strategic value that HR brings to the organisation. 

In his book "Meetings Suck," Cameron Herold highlights the various personality types that frequently emerge in meeting rooms. Do you usually express your opinions or quietly listen to others present? Have you ever been surprised to see others always reacting very quickly to the information they receive, while it takes you a moment to process it?

Understanding these personalities can significantly improve the effectiveness of your meetings and foster a collaborative environment. You can also better manage these individuals' dynamics more effectively, making meetings less of a chore and more of a productive experience.

Read more: Psychometric vs. Personality Assessments - Are They the Same?

In our fast-paced, hyperconnected society, where loud voices often dominate the landscape, the profound impact of silence is frequently overlooked. This phenomenon is especially pertinent in leadership, where the quiet strength of introspection and reflection can yield powerful outcomes. The paradox of silence is striking; although it may seem inactive, it serves as one of the most effective tools in a leader's arsenal.