Right to disconnect: Why employers should let staff unplug, enjoy out-of-work hours There should be clear rules of engagement as employees are highly dispensable.
Productivity: Do not entertain perennial complainers at workplace If a manager notices that one employee’s negativity is affecting the team, they must intervene early.
Red flags in interviewing: How they lead to hiring ill-qualified workers The first indicator of a bad interviewer is a lack of preparation.
How much should you tip if at all? In Kenya, tipping is more of a cultural gesture than a strict obligation.
PRIME To tip or not: The small gestures that speak volumes Tipping may seem like a small gesture, but for many in customer service, it can make a world of difference.
Do you feel your employer respects you as employee? During the 17th century, long before modern workplace standards, James Howell, a renowned English historian and writer, understood the timeless truth: “Respect a man, and he will do the...
PRIME How to tell an employee they are being declared redundant Truth be told, informing an employee that they are being laid off is never easy
Finding the right tools to complete workplace tasks Kelsey Alpaio’s research highlights the importance of finding the right task management method
Business enlightenment: Can you attain acute level of awareness? Businesses in Kenya are like people, some are perceptive listening to customers’ needs and wants, being agile in mind-set ready to adapt.
Company roadmap: How strategies fail The COO articulated a strategy focused on enhancing operational efficiency through automation
Employee development: How firms can get return on investment from trainings By adopting a lean learning approach, entities can ensure that training is relevant, timely, and effective.
Tech-infused dining: Nairobi restaurant where robots serve meals with a side of sci-fi charm Robot Café, the first-ever robot restaurant in Kenya in Kileleshwa
Emotional intelligence: How to work productively for a manager you dislike At the heart of dealing with a boss you don't like is being emotionally intelligent
How TikTok is redefining commerce for Kenyans The rise of TikTok live selling emerged out of Covid-19 many businesses were to close their physical stores
Emotional intelligence: Are you tapping this power for organisational excellence? How do we manage our happiness, sadness, fear, disgust, anger, surprise and contempt?
C-suite pitches: How to make an effective executive presentation By structuring presentations in this way, leaders can ensure their ideas are not only heard but are also compelling enough to drive executive action and support.
The transformative power these skills in leadership development Transformative leaders cause success through learning and development activities. Success is critical to any organisation because of the cutthroat competition.
Employee motivation: Think holistically, not the outdated carrot and stick Companies aiming to incorporate the research insights into their operational framework might start with training programmes focused on empathetic leadership and effective communication.
What it takes to unlock funds for women owned businesses While financial inclusion has improved in the digital age, women still face more hurdles accessing digital finance compared to men.
Innovative culture: How HR can be a catalyst for new ideas Stagnant organisations will always be overtaken by those that have a creative and innovative mindset hub.
Effective coaching: The three practices that transform management Adopting true coaching techniques can revolutionise management practices, particularly in dynamic sectors like finance, insurance, and technology.
Are you an overcontrolling or empowering manager? Identifying a workplace that champions a balanced managerial approach can significantly enhance job satisfaction and professional growth.
How Kenyan firms can win talent wars against Big Tech While analysts admit that local firms cannot compete on remuneration rates with the Big tech, they recommend a raft of measures to safeguard against the latter-day talent poaching forays.
How to maximise every hour for unstoppable productivity Leaders end up with a day filled with distractions, pulling them in different directions without a clear focus.
Want to lay off staff? Here's why it might be bad for your business According to NPR, 2023 was "a bloodbath for the tech industry, with more than 260,000 jobs vanishing."
