Tag: organisational culture

In today’s fast-paced and complex governance environment, the traditional annual board work plan remains a useful tool. The traditional annual board work plan structures routine responsibilities, such as scheduling board evaluations, reviewing policies, and approving annual financial statements and budgets. However, the board work plan’s largely static nature often fails to capture the fluid realities of modern governance.

As organisations enter the new year, many are refreshing strategies and refining goals. They are doing this amidst a rapidly changing landscape. About 80% of companies consider change part of their long-term vision and 100% of C-suite executives anticipate workforce transformation. Yet, only 30% feel confident in their ability to manage change.

Organisations are facing a surge in internal security threats. A startling 76% of organisations have detected increased insider threat activity over the past five years. Yet, less than 30% believe they have the right tools to handle these threats effectively.

The Harvard Business Review describes the secret of corporate success as "human magic". Unlocking employee potential is a culture where people thrive. This culture allows ambitions, passions and commitments to translate into productivity, results and shared growth.

The role of women in global leadership has become increasingly significant. Women bring unique perspectives and qualities that are not only transforming businesses but also shaping the future of industries and societies at large. Despite the considerable progress made in recent years, female leaders continue to navigate a complex landscape filled with challenges.

In the high-stakes world of business, where boardrooms are often dominated by men, navigating a career can be daunting for women. With the right support systems, women can thrive and excel in any professional environment.

In a South African context, ‘dignity’ is a word that is often supercharged, laden with meaning and emotion. Given our dark history where apartheid stripped whole groups of people of their dignity – and because of the prevailing gap between rich and poor, with South Africa having the highest Gini coefficient in the world – we not only have to believe in dignity, we must also strive to uphold it across all aspects of society.

There’s no denying that technology has indelibly transformed the modern workplace, especially following the onset of the global pandemic. Streamlined processes, enhanced communication and boosted productivity are just some of the benefits businesses have eagerly embraced in the digital era. These benefits come at a price.

There are moments when we achieve peak performance: an athlete plays a perfect game; a business has a quarter with once-in-a-lifetime profits. But these moments are often fleeting, and for every amazing day, we may have a hundred ordinary and even unsatisfying ones.

Looking for a job in the marketing industry can be daunting, but if you want to show that you can promote products and services on behalf of a brand, the first step is to demonstrate an ability to market yourself. What can you do to make sure your application gets noticed and you land an interview?