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2020 will be remembered as one of the most infamous years in our lifetime. Last year, no one could have predicted how the global COVID-19 pandemic would impact the workplace. The start of a new year provides an opportunity to look towards the future. Looking towards the future, HR trends will work to adapt to changing landscapes quickly and efficiently. (more…)

Through the course of 2020, employers made difficult decisions to navigate COVID-19. In fact, HR leaders have confronted more challenges this past year than ever before. The anticipated impacts of COVID in 2021 have made it clear that it may not be smooth sailing for the foreseeable future. In order for an organization to weather the storm, HR leaders and organizations will need to face their challenges with agility and resilience.   (more…)

Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), also known as cloud-based software, is now mainstream. From small businesses to major corporations, cloud-based software is the default deployment method in 2020 for nearly every type of business technology in the world. (more…)

As the pandemic transforms major global trends, Human Resources is at the front lines of employer’s response to the COVID-19 crisis. The crisis is forcing businesses across a wide range of industries to immediately develop, improve, or adapt remote work policies and procedures. Once the dust of the pandemic settles and we come out on the other side, HR leaders will need to rethink employee training, workforce management, performance evaluations, and experience strategies to navigate the post pandemic evolution of employment. (more…)

Congratulations, you’re almost there. Your CV caught the attention of a new potential employer and you’ve landed your interview. However, while your CV or resume will get you through the door, your interview will determine whether or not you are offered the position.  (more…)

Even under ideal circumstances, achieving a highly productive work culture can prove challenging. Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic, businesses and schools around the world remain closed or at minimum capacity. As a result, millions of employees have transitioned to working remotely from their homes. (more…)

As COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to spread across the globe and the MENA region, the pandemic is radically redefining the way employees communicate and work. Prior to the outbreak, remote work was offered by some companies as a way to provide a more flexible lifestyle to their employees. However, in the wake of a rapidly spreading global pandemic, remote work has now become normal for many businesses.   (more…)

Given the recent developments with the global COVID-19 pandmeic, many workers are scrambling to get themselves accustomed to working from home. First things first, take a deep breath. Teleworking is not a new concept. In fact, prior to the recent quarantines and social isolation, a 2018 IWG study found that more than 70% of workers around the world work remotely at least once a week. Additionally, 53% work remotely at least half of the time. (more…)

Given the climate of today’s digital world, recruiting and marketing are two sides of the same coin. In fact, 86% of HR professionals agree that the lines between recruitment and marketing are becoming more blurred every day. (more…)

The strongest businesses adapt to changes quickly and seamlessly, particularly in today’s fast-moving digital landscape. Now more than ever, digital intelligence is critical for the success of any organization. However, businesses are finding it harder to attract, hire, develop, and retain top talent, especially in roles related to digital development and intelligence.  (more…)