In the current VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous) context, there is much debate as to the lack of effective and credible leaders to face important challenges in different areas of society. In such a framework, I have spent time reflecting on the best leaders I … [Read more...] about Proximity: the «secret weapon» of the best leaders
#ConnectingTalent: a new trend in people management for the VUCA world
(Published in Humannova – January 2016) The new book “Conectar talento” (“Connecting Talent”) by Alicia Pomares (@apomares) is an excellent call to action in the field of human resources and to adapt to the current VUCA and 2.0. environment, based on her experience as a … [Read more...] about #ConnectingTalent: a new trend in people management for the VUCA world
Employee engagement: the new competitive advantage
In recent years we have detected a growing problem of low employee engagement in many companies, regardless of sector, size or ownership structure. According to Gallup, the consulting company with most experience in the subject, only 13% of employees around the world are … [Read more...] about Employee engagement: the new competitive advantage
Senior Employees: The value of professional maturity
«If you are over a certain age (50 or 55 years depending on the cases), you’ll have a big problem to relocate in your company or find another job in the market.» I have heard this much generalized, maximalist and commonly accepted axiom on many occasions since I began working … [Read more...] about Senior Employees: The value of professional maturity
«Global Trends in Human Resources»: 20 Key Ideas from the HR Conference, Barcelona 2015 – #hrBCN15
The HR Conference organized by Sylvia Taudien (Advantage Consultants) on October 9th in Barcelona was an excellent experience and I would highlight 4 aspects in particular: the prestige and international profile of the speakers, networking quality, innovative issues and an … [Read more...] about «Global Trends in Human Resources»: 20 Key Ideas from the HR Conference, Barcelona 2015 – #hrBCN15