To gamble or not to gamble? The art of strategic salary negotiation
if you have an ace up your sleeve, nothing can go wrong. Find out how to prepare for the poker game of salaries and what to pay attention to here! As the old saying goes: „New year, new luck“. Are performance reviews coming up? Last year’s goals have been evaluated and expectations for the coming […]
What kind of learner are you? Let’s discover your style!
Effective learning is all about the right method! I previously addressed this topic of learning in my article „Upskilling – further training instead of replacement“. We live in an era where it is becoming increasingly apparent that learning is a lifelong process. With so many opportunities for further training, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find the […]
True power begins with the strength you restore
IS SLOWING down a long-standing trend or just a phenomenon of the crisis? Digitalisation and global networking are accelerating our society and our lives. More and more people are CRAVING a break, PARTICULARLY after STRESSES OF THE PANDEMIC, ENDLESS online meetings and THE ABSENCE OF childcare. A 2016 Zukunftsinstitut study (Future Institute) on the topic of „The […]
Reinventing transitions: why outplacement has become a business essential
As a human resources manager, I always made sure that employees felt well taken care of, even when they lost their jobs. I often offered outplacement and new placement services, both through external consultants and internally, drawing on my own experience and training. As a freelance coach, I now support individuals affected by organisational change […]
Unlocking curiosity: the secret to motivating people to learn
Have you ever wondered why some people enjoy learning while others find it a chore? Studies show that our motivation to learn is influenced by various factors. In this blog post, you will discover which motivators play a role and how you can identify your personal learning motivations. The six motivators There are six main […]
The end of the 9‑to‑5? Here’s why it no longer fits today’s reality.”
Is Generation Slash ushering in a new era of Working World 5.0? Take the social media manager who designs costumes in their spare time and works as an extra in films or plays, for example. Or the accountant who loves singing and playing the piano, dreams of performing on the big stage one day? An […]
TOP 50 HR influencers in Austria: the definitive list
Ten days ago, HR Works revealed its list of the top 99 influencers in the DACH region. However, it is immediately apparent at first glance is that no Austrians made it onto the list. Austria has more to offer than just Sachertorte and the Viennese Waltz – it also boasts impressive diversity when it comes […]
Work‑Life blending: freedom or a fast track to overload?
Work-life blending is a modern working model that combines professional and private life. It provides the opportunity to integrate work more flexibly into everyday life, taking individual life circumstances into account. While this concept has many advantages, it also requires a high degree of self-organisation and mindfulness. In collaboration with KEEP BALANCE, I demonstrate how […]
Supplementary insurance or yoga classes? What generations really want – and the top 5 crisis benefits
What benefits should companies actually offer their employees? What incentives do employees want in the workplace today? What do employers need to offer to ensure that staff stay on after the crisis? Spoiler alert: a simple fruit basket is no longer enough. These questions are not so easy to answer. We live in a time […]
AI at the crossroads: endless possibilities, rising complexity, and the future of work
Austria’s digital competitiveness offers enormous growth potential: the county could can increase its added value by 18 per cent if an additional 2.24 billion hours of working time were used productively through the use of artificial intelligence (AI). These findings are presented in a new study by the economic research institute Economica, commissioned by Microsoft […]