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How companies succumb to sunk cost culture
In theory, companies are meant to act rationally, efficiently and in their own economic self-interest. But humans manage them, s...
How to improve your employer brand
Employer branding is important. Companies with strong brands (a good reputation among employees) attract high-quality candidates...
Holacracy after the hype: lessons for business
It has often been tough to separate Holacracy from its accompanying hype. The alternative management system, meant to distribute...
How to foster workplace diversity
Fostering workplace diversity involves creating an environment where all employees feel valued and can thrive. This can be achie...
The false economy of unpaid internships
The word ‘intern’ has an ironic double meaning: to work as a trainee and to confine someone as a prisoner. Most articles about u...
Performance review alternatives to the traditional approach
The traditional approach to performance appraisals has long been in need of a rethink, with some smart companies looking at perf...
4 effective salary negotiation tips for employers
Making an offer to a job candidate is a question of balance. This is not about winning, it’s about reaching agreement on a sala...
How to scale your distributed team
Technology has advanced to the point that remote working no longer conjures the image of freelancers in pajamas. Thanks to high-...
Separating cult from culture
Cult-like behaviors, such as over-reliance on a charismatic leader or isolation from outside perspectives, can be detrimental to...
Ending the phony war for talent
Like most truly bad ideas the “war for talent” has heritage, devotees and currency. It’s nearly 20 years since management consul...