Employee appraisals: virtual feedback made simple
5 helpful tips for providing appreciative and constructive feedback In the age of COVID-19 pandemic, we are all working virtually more than ever before. At the symposium „Rethinking Working Environments“ symposium, Steffi Burkhardt, a thought leader and Gen Y spokesperson, pointed out that virtual working will continue to increase and will become indispensable in the […]
Top 50 HR Influencer Event – my follow‑up report (22 June 2023)
It was probably the hottest evening of the year in Austria, if not the hottest. This was not only due to the high summer temperatures, but also because the top 50 HR influencers gathered on Thursday, 22 June 2023, and were „on fire“. They met on the 6th floor of the roof terrace at karriere.at, […]
Networking matters more than ever — online or face‑to‑face
Maintaining and expanding your networks can be difficult in times of Covid-19 especially if you are a working mum. So I was all the more delighted yesterday to be able to attend the „Success Circle for Career Mums“ yesterday. It’s a virtual networking meeting by women for women! The format always includes a keynote speech […]
Networking made easy: 5 tips for successful networking
The autumn events calendar is filling up with lots of great events, and it’s important to take advantage of them, either to build and maintain your own network or simply to expand your reach. The most important thing is to be prepared and have a plan, as all three factors play an important role in […]
No voodoo needed – organisational constellations make the invisible visible. #organisationalconstellation
Have you ever heard of the term organisational constellations? Or how subconscious projections can influence cooperation within a company? According to Klaus-Peter Horn and Regine Brick, today’s economically successful companies and managers who skilfully manage relationships are referred to as „well positioned“ While this is true to a certain extent, but companies that are well […]
HR Inside Summit – summer edition: my key takeaways
This is a fantastic event in a beautiful setting, all about networking. Unlike its counterpart at the Hofburg, this event has a relaxed programme focussing on interaction with industry colleagues. One thing, I can say for sure that it was two really hot days. So, what did I take away from it? Read my report […]
Standing together through the hardest moments: supporting teams after a suicide
A suicide within a company or among an employee’s friend of family is always an exceptional case that affects everyone involved deeply and overwhelmingly. In such situations, it is important for companies to understand how they can support their employees. Show compassion Managers should arrange a personal conversation with those affected. Offer them a […]
AI in HR: opportunities, risks and the future of people management
According to Sage’s study, „HR in Transition – Outlook for 2024,“ 94% of surveyed HR managers suffer from high workloads and stress. Administrative tasks still dominate everyday life, preventing many from providing strategic support to companies. To address this issue, digitalisation in HR departments must be promoted and artificial intelligence (AI) must be utilised for […]
No more highs and lows: sustainable leadership for real impact
Sustainable management is not just about environmental protection, recycling and waste separation. Rather, it is about managing a company in such a way that it can survive in the long term. I am often commissioned by companies that have realised the traditional leadership approach will not work in the future and may even endanger the […]
HR meets AI: who leads the future — humans or machines
This image was created using artificial intelligence: (c) This artwork was created with the help of Artificial Intelligence.Create your own AI-generated artworks with NightCafe Creator. Where does true intelligence reside? This week, on 14 September 2022, the ARS academy organised the Power Couple Human & Machine conference in the beautiful setting of the House of […]