Micromanagement is a management style where a manager closely supervises and controls the work of their subordinates, often to the point of excessive scrutiny and interference. It is characterized by a high level of involvement in the day-to-day activities of employees, such as dictating the details of how a task should be completed or closely…
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Women’s Top Workplace Challenges
In spite of regulations put in place to ensure their safety and security, women continue to face numerous challenges at work. Let’s delve into the difficulties that women encounter in the workplace. Gender Discrimination: Women often face gender-based discrimination in the workplace. This can range from unequal pay, lack of promotions, being passed over for…
Key Factors HR Leaders Should Consider in Budget Planning
This year brings many concerns for Human Resource (HR) leaders, especially with budget belts getting tight. With all the uncertainty of the economy, there is so much room for anticipation of what needs to be done next. Key would be how to prioritize HR budgets and align them with the organization’s goals to accomplish human…
Telcos & Their Managed Services Transformation
Telcos have unique strengths and challenges when it comes to delivering managed services. With managed services projected to grow very fast over the next few years, many telcos are exploring ways on how to leverage on their strengths and footprint to effectively transform their portfolios beyond just managed connectivity services. And, naturally, many technology players…
Inclusive Appraisal Strategies
It’s important to recognize that appraisal processes can also be exclusionary and biased, which can undermine the goal of promoting growth and development for all employees. The appraisal process is an important aspect of the professional development of employees, and it should be inclusive and fair for all stakeholders involved. To make them so, here…
Telco Digital Twins: Drivers and Barriers
Digital twins are virtual replicas of physical objects or systems that are created and maintained using real-time data. In the context of telecommunications, digital twins are being deployed to replicate network infrastructure and enable more efficient network management and maintenance. The key drivers of digital twin adoption in telecoms include: However, there are also several…
Building a Security-First Culture
A security-first mindset and culture are crucial for organizations to protect themselves and their customers from cybercrime. Here are some steps organizations can take to build a security-first mindset and culture: By adopting a security-first mindset and culture, organizations can better protect themselves and their customers from cyber threats. Cybersecurity vendors also need to continuously…
Pain vs Pleasure | Punishment vs Reward
The concepts of pain versus pleasure, and punishment versus reward, are often used to motivate individuals to perform certain behaviors or achieve certain goals. Pain and punishment are negative stimuli, while pleasure and reward are positive stimuli. Research has shown that both pain and pleasure, as well as punishment and reward, can have an impact…
What If Someone Is Tracking Your Brain at Work?
The use of neurotechnology in the workplace is an emerging issue that raises ethical and legal concerns about privacy, autonomy, and fairness. Bioethicist Nita Farahany argues that current privacy laws have not kept up with advances in neuroscience, leaving employees vulnerable to potential misuse of their brain data by their employers. Neurotechnology includes a range…
Understanding Stress at Work and How to Manage Them
Stress at work is a common issue that affects many individuals. Some of the causes of work-related stress include: To address stress at work, here are some helpful tips: Stress, as we may all have observed, can negatively impact an employee’s well-being, productivity, and overall job satisfaction. It’s important for leaders to recognize the signs…