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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Upskilling: training instead of replacement!
How to get the most out of your employees through upskilling. As a self-confessed „HR Passionista upskilling is a topic that has been on my mind for a long time. Why? Demographic change, the ever-declining birth rate and the shortage of skilled workers on the market influence my work with companies on a daily basis. […]
Lost in the data maze? Let’s turn the chaos into clarity.
Are you still finding the league table confusing? If you’re struggling with your tables at the moment, I can reassure you – you’re not alone. In Austria’s HR world, manually completed tables for data analysis are still number one. Read on to find out how five key factors can help you convince your decision-makers to take […]
From HR to People & Culture – can a new name improve your image?
The question of purpose: what is the role of an HR department? Do we even know what we are and what we (should) stand for? Is the new name „People & Culture“ intended to distract from the pressing issues? Past and present Let’s take a closer look at the names that have been used in […]
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 […]
Fit for the future: the essential skills for a changing world of work
As I do every year, at the beginning of the year I turn my attention to the World Economic Forum’s forecasts at the beginning of the year to gain insight into labour market trends for 2025. Last week, I was about to write a blog post about my disappointment at the lack of a publication. […]