In the fast-paced landscape of business, the role of a futurist within companies is becoming increasingly vital. Futurists serve as strategic visionaries, tasked with anticipating and interpreting emerging trends, technologies, and societal shifts that will shape the future. By synthesizing data, conducting trend analysis, and engaging in scenario planning, futurists provide invaluable insights that enable companies to stay ahead of the curve and adapt proactively to changing market dynamics. Firms can leverage futurists to gain a competitive edge by integrating foresight methodologies into th ..read more

Social capital refers to the value inherent in social networks and relationships within a community or society. It encompasses the trust, reciprocity, and social cohesion that exist among individuals and groups, enabling them to collaborate, share resources, and collectively address challenges. Social capital encompasses both bonding social capital, which refers to strong ties within close-knit groups, and bridging social capital, which pertains to connections across diverse social networks. Essentially, social capital represents the collective strength and resilience derived from interpersona ..read more

Curiosity serves as a driving force within the workplace, igniting innovation and fostering continuous growth. Employees fuelled by curiosity are more inclined to seek out new challenges, explore uncharted territories, and push the boundaries of conventional thinking. This thirst for knowledge not only propels individual development but also cultivates a dynamic organizational culture where experimentation is encouraged and creative solutions are embraced.  Curiosity is particularly vital for the Gen Z generation as they navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. In an era ..read more

Employees are your firm’s most valuable resource. But to keep your employees from seeking other opportunities you have to maintain their fulfilment with their work and your business. Employee engagement therefore is a crucial aspect of your employee retention picture. Employees today want to be involved in their work, enthusiastic about the organization they work for, have a sense of belonging, and be afforded flexibility around schedules and location. Engaged employees care about their work and find meaning in it. They enjoy their workplace and get along with coworkers.  But despite ..read more

Everyone remembers a good story. Whether they heard it on the radio, read about it in a newspaper or saw it unfold on live television, good stories have a tendency to stick with us, regardless of the subject matter.  However, a story by itself can only go so far. A good story can be most effective when told by a great storyteller. Effective storytellers have the ability to capture their audience, lead them in whatever direction necessary and leave listeners/readers with new knowledge for them to absorb, a value which they may carry with them for the rest of their lives. Teaching leaders t ..read more

When it comes to startup hiring, every action and every decision is critical. Because of the small team size, one additional employee has the potential to contribute massively and drive growth in the company. But, on the other hand, they have the power to disrupt the workflow and organization. The price of a bad hire is more costly in startups where their contributions can tip the scales in favour of success or failure. So, startup hiring practices need to be implemented to reduce the risk as much as possible. With the stakes so high, it should come as no surprise that startup hiring can becom ..read more

It’s no surprise that Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z see and use technology very differently. For some, it’s been an evolution, but a growing number of people in the workforce have simply never known anything else. This can have a significant impact on the way each generation sees crucial subjects such as cyber security. The Gen X generation is what experts often refer to as “digital immigrants.” Technology wasn’t always a part of their work, and they’ve had to adapt over the years. They often learned about cyber threats by falling victim to them and have had to develop their own tricks and ha ..read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world of work in unprecedented ways. AI is reshaping how businesses operate and compete, from automating tasks to creating new products and services. But how does this affect the youngest generation of workers, Gen Z, who are just entering the workforce or starting their careers? Gen Z generation also faces many challenges in the workplace. They have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted their education, employment, and mental health. They needed to gain essential skills and experience from working alongside older colleagues. T ..read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world of work in unprecedented ways. AI is reshaping how businesses operate and compete, from automating tasks to creating new products and services. But how does this affect the youngest generation of workers, Gen Z, who are just entering the workforce or starting their careers? Gen Z generation also faces many challenges in the workplace. They have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted their education, employment, and mental health. They needed to gain essential skills and experience from working alongside older colleagues. T ..read more

Most companies are now seeing three, possibly four or five generations coming together. Each generation comes with their own context, style of working and also has a different motivation, workplace value and behaviour. This shift in workplace demographics and style has created its own subsets of challenges and opportunities for organizations. Over the past several years, leaders across industries have noticed an increase in generational tension among employees most often focused on the attitudes and behaviours on the arrival of newer generations. First it was understanding of the Millennials ..read more