Diversity in the modern workplace goes beyond race, gender, and ethnicity to include neurodivergence. Big deal if the cognitive functioning of some is labelled as ADHD and autism—let's look at the strengths! Neurodivergent individuals bring distinct powers,...
Working in harmony within a large workforce has its challenges. Diverse perspectives, competing agendas, and individual personalities can sometimes create friction. However, remember: we’re all on the same team, working toward a shared goal. When tensions arise,...
The narrative around AI often focuses on job loss, but in the short- to medium-term, AI will play a more transformative role by enhancing, rather than eliminating, human work. AI is rapidly advancing, so many roles will be redesigned to include new responsibilities,...
Implementing mentorship programs can provide businesses with a significant competitive advantage by fostering a more engaged, productive, and innovative workforce. Mentoring leads to tangible financial benefits such as increased productivity, reduced hiring costs, and...
The most common, possibly out-of-date, interview question by an employer is… “Where do you see yourself in five years?” And, so many talents are dismissed for the job if they don’t nail this (old-school) question that is riddled with confusion, potential entrapment,...
As a recruitment consultant, it’s essential to recognise that pay transparency is no longer just a trend—it's a critical factor in building a fair and inclusive workplace! 💌 When companies are open about compensation, it helps close the gender pay gap, fosters...
There is A LOT of stigma in this industry about returning to a previous role or Boss; it’s like many will think you failed. Rubbish! Just check out Pip Edwards heading back as the new Creative Director to Ksubi, where she began her fashion career in the early 2000s....
Confidence is one of the most critical qualities that can set you apart in the workplace. It influences how you present yourself, how you interact with colleagues, and how you handle challenges and opportunities. However, building confidence doesn’t always come...
It’s easy to feel like we need to be constantly connected to our jobs, right? Most of the time, it’s a positive thing because we collaborate well in smaller teams, and it is a more fluid relationship (within limits of course). But if it's a larger organisation, we are...
It's now vitally necessary for any business trying to be stable and competitive to hold onto outstanding people. So what is the process for doing this? To nurture a devoted and driven staff, Deloitte is reporting on an "Adapting Benefit Package" that takes into...
Here at Agency Iceberg, we have had many discussions with PR Talent recently about the hot topic of whether it’s okay, from a PR perspective, to use ChatGPT to write media releases and put your name on the work. As you can see below, from almost 400 votes, ‘No’ seems...
Not everyone can write a precise business email. It’s a total craft that takes practice, drafts, structure, tone, and time to perfect. Not sure how to tap one out? Research it, learn from the best in the room, and model your email based on their style. The manner is...