When conversations turn to attracting board talent, organisations tend to reach for the same lever – pay more. It’s an understandable instinct, but increasingly, it may be the wrong one, writes remuneration expert Cathy Hendry.
Every time a chief executive is publicly accused of misconduct, the same question follows – where was the board? By Herman Visagie.
Under pressure, leaders default to their dominant behavioural style. The leaders who know what that is, and what it gives, or costs, the people around them, are the ones who lead well when it counts, writes Tony Gardner.
When privacy breaches are in the media, it can be embarrassing for businesses. But don’t make the mistake of thinking that’s the extent of it, or that a breach isn’t of the upmost importance for your organisation, writes Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster.
You cannot lead through complexity if you’re drowning in activity, writes Chris Power.
Scams and cyber threats cause many people to worry about their privacy, but it’s simple workplace mistakes that are just as likely to lead to personal information being threatened, writes Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster.
Leaders are staying quiet at exactly the wrong time – and it’s costing them more than they realise, writes Leah Mether, who offers a simple four-part framework for communicating in uncertainty.
The defining question for HR is no longer whether to use AI, but how to use it responsibly—and who is accountable when it fails, writes Dr. Mahmood Ahmed Khan. Artificial
After rebuilding his career and interviewing hundreds of leaders Graeme Cowan learnt that burnout isn’t inevitable. He writes that the managers who stay resilient practice five specific daily habits. I’ll
If we want more young women to choose technology as a career, they must be able to see women shaping AI strategy, leading cybersecurity programmes, running partner ecosystems and sitting
Employers who use AI responsibly in the hiring process, with clear intent and strong human oversight, will be better positioned to compete for talent while maintaining trust, writes Alan Price.
Adam Brami outlines the reasons why he believes we are seeing the quiet emergence of a different model of work. As the new year gets underway, I find myself reflecting
Most businesses with a digital presence will likely one day be using AI-generated content for their marketing and social content. Buddle Findlay’s Sophie Thoreau writes that getting the fundamentals of
While there is a strong economic case for people having longer working lives, 80 percent of employers have no strategies in place to retain this older group of employees. But,
The real edge in leadership isn’t about what you know – it’s about who you’re becoming, writes Justine Farrington. For years, development was tallied in certificates, conferences, competencies ticked off
Leadership training is no longer just about compliance, it’s about connection. It’s about helping people lead with confidence, empathy, and adaptability. And it starts with recognising that learning isn’t a
Beneath the excitement about AI, there are realities about risk, capability, and culture that businesses cannot ignore, writes Natassja Savidge, noting that if businesses treat AI as a replacement for
Ask any employer about their current workforce tribulations and unabashedly, ‘entitlement’ raises its hand as probable cause, writes Roxanne Calder. If your mind has gone straight to Gen Z and
While leaders are expected to guide organisations through AI adoption, many lack the experience or knowledge to do so confidently. Sarah Bills writes that that needs to change – and
‘In association with EMA’ By Paul Jarvie, EMA Manager of Employment Relations & Safety The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) plays a vital role in supporting New Zealand businesses to
‘In association with PCM Oceania’ By Andrea Naef, CEO PCM Oceania The hardest part of spaceflight was never the rocket. It was the crew. NASA knew that even the most
Quantum computing promises to revolutionise industries by dramatically accelerating data analysis and solving problems that are currently beyond the reach of even the most powerful supercomputers. But, as with any
Carina Hull explains how resilience is ultimately an inside job, shaped by our mindset, thoughts, and behaviours. Building resilience is a multifaceted process that goes beyond simply ‘bouncing back’ from
Wayne Johnson is the CEO of ContainerCo, a leading Kiwi supplier of shipping containers, and has held executive roles across multiple industries over many years. He discusses his personal resilience
As the world becomes a more divided place and issues are increasingly polarising, is it ever okay to talk about politics at work? Workplace wellbeing expert, Dr Angela Lim, says yes – but very carefully.
Shirley McLeod says she has an ability to ‘create structure out of chaos’. By Sonia Yee. Poneke Wellington-based Shirley McLeod MInstD was considering her next career steps just over a
If you want to learn how to be a great manager, get a DOG (Doctorate in Organisational Greatness), writes Steve Scott, as he points to eight lessons every leader can
Broadcaster and journalist Mike McRoberts (Ngāti Kahungunu) will be speaking to directors and the business community at an Institute of Directors’ event Te Ōhanga Māori: Connecting with the Māori economy.
First impressions matter and employees’ early experiences heavily influence staff retention, productivity, and overall success. Shannon Karaka outlines eight actions to help improve remote employee onboarding in your organisation. A
In the current economic climate many employees are worried about their income and job security which can fuel workplace anxiety that leads to wellbeing and productivity issues. Sarah Bills writes that
There’s still a long way to go in changing the way that workplaces respond, recognise, and adapt to the needs of the disabled workforce and one of the most important
A new report has found that the adoption of generative AI could add a staggering $76 billion per year to New Zealand’s economy by 2038. This represents more than 15%
Striking a delicate balance between control and adaptability is never easy. But the answer may lie in reframing the way leaders think about adaptability and control. Instead of seeing them
New employees don’t know what they don’t know. Helena Cooper-Thomas offers ideas on how organisations can help their new people get up to speed quickly. How can you help your
In the next few weeks The Remuneration Authority will deliver its independent report on MPs’ pay. There has been no movement in MP salaries since 2017 and, writes John McGill,
Ethical leadership will be more critical than ever as the rise of AI means leaders will confront decisions they have not faced before, writes Michelle Gibbings. Depending on which side
Employment firm Seek recently launched bilingual search technology allowing job seekers to search the platform in either English or te reo Māori. By Meeral Gulabdas. Genuine representation and diversity of
