People invariably refuse to collaborate not because they can’t or don’t know how, but rather because they choose not to. To make collaboration work effectively invariably requires a mindset shift, not the learning of a new capability, writes Murray Priestman. The business case for collaboration is clear The pace of […]
Author: Murray Priestman
5 times when giving feedback is a bad idea (and what to do about them)
Feedback is one of the most obvious ways to improve performance, however, there are five times when people should put the brakes on good intentions to provide colleagues and peers with feedback, writes Murray Priestman Feedback is important. It helps us understand how others see us and it’s one of […]
Israel Folau and the trouble with bringing your whole self to work
Israel Folau’s dismissal has recently dominated news headlines, and there are important lessons for leaders and HR in the concept and practice of employees bring their whole self to work, writes Murray Priestman Israel Folau’s recent dismissal as a result of his provocative tweets has generated a fierce and polarising debate. […]
Want more collaboration? Why your organisation needs a head of connections
Networks and collaboration have become essential to success for both individuals and businesses, and organisations should consider creating a Head of Connections role to create a competitive advantage and ultimately generate new revenue opportunities, writes Murray Priestman The value of a strong network of contacts and collaboration at work has […]
4 unconventional but proven methods to improve employee performance
There are a number of unconventional ways organisations and their HR professionals can improve employee performance, writes Murray Priestman – who adds that these ideas are backed up by serious academic research Human resources as a discipline has a pretty poor reputation, and in many organisations the function seems to exist largely […]