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  • Are you struggling with how to get pay right in your organisation, feeling the weight of its complexity and cost? You're not alone. Payroll can be the largest expense for a business, running into millions, and it's a crucial aspect of HR that doesn't come with a handbook. Whether you're facing challenges with pay dissatisfaction among your talent, confronting unsettling pay gaps, or stepping into a new role with an outdated pay structure, there's always room for improvement.

    In this episode of HR Coffee Time, host Fay Wallis talks with Rameez Kaleem, Founder and CEO of 3R Strategy, to shed light on creating pay practices that truly pay off. He breaks down the building blocks of fair and effective pay practices that can attract, reward, and retain the best talent for your organisation.

    Key Takeaways

    Pay transparency is about openness and honesty in pay processes, not about disclosing everyone’s salaries (a common misconception). It builds trust and demonstrates fairness in how pay decisions are made.Pay transparency helps in attracting talent; candidates are more likely to apply for a role when the salary is included in the job posting.Well-communicated pay equity is 13 times more important in retaining your employees than higher pay levels.Why you should never ask the question, “What’s your current salary?” Or, “What are your pay expectations?” when interviewing.Rameez’s Five-Step Pay Transparency Project Plan:Step 1: Establish a reward strategy and pay philosophy.Step 2: Conduct benchmarking with reliable data to understand market rates.Step 3: Develop a career framework for clarity on career progression and pay scales.Step 4: Build pay structures aligned with the career framework.Step 5: Consider pay progression and how employees can progress within the pay range.

     

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    A Case of the Mondays: Attract and retain the best talent through pay transparency, by Rameez KaleemStart With Why: How great leaders inspire everyone to take action, by Simon SinekQuiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan CainAtomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones, by James Clear

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 14: Understanding & fixing your organisation’s gender pay gap, with Melissa BlissettEpisode 88: How to...
  • If you’re stuck about defining or shaping culture in your organisation, you’re not alone. The concept often appears fuzzy, theoretical, and more suited for addressing in large corporations than smaller teams. But it’s a vital component of every thriving workplace. In this episode of HR Coffee Time host, Fay Wallis is joined by Louise Kennedy from Oculus HR, known for her ability to simplify seemingly complex things into clear, actionable steps.


    Key TakeawaysCulture can feel complex and difficult to define, but it is essential for the success of any organization.Defining culture can happen at different stages of a business's growth.Involving employees in defining culture is crucial for unearthing the ‘now’ culture.Values play a significant role in shaping culture.Engaging senior leadership in culture conversations is essential for driving culture change.

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Louise on LinkedInLouise’s website: Oculus HR

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 114: What workplace culture is, how to measure it & a surprising way to improve it, with Arend BoersemaEpisode 88: How to write a compelling business case & get approval for your idea, with Jo Taylor
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  • If you've ever wondered how to shift your organisation's perception of HR from being an operational, admin-heavy function, to one that is strategic, innovative and drives positive change; this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. Host, Fay Wallis is joined by Kate Maddison-Greenwell from People Efficient and together they take a deep dive into the exciting world of Agile HR.


    Key TakeawaysAgile is a mindset and set of methodologies focused on adding value to customers, including employees in the case of HR.Agile HR involves breaking down complex projects or problems into iterative chunks and prioritizing people-centric solutions.Visualization tools like Miro can facilitate collaboration and inclusivity in Agile HR.Games like planning poker can help teams estimate time and value more accurately in Agile HR.Sprints, typically two weeks long, are cycles in Agile HR that involve planning, doing, reviewing, and reflecting on progress.To get started with Agile HR, start small with a project or problem, focus on psychological safety, and gain sponsorship from senior leaders.
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Kate on LinkedInKate’s website: People Efficient

     

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    Built for People: Transform Your Employee Experience Using Product Management Principles, Jessica Zwaan

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 114: What workplace culture is, how to measure it & a surprising way to improve it, with Arend BoersemaEpisode 102: Boosting your strategic knowledge to step up in your HR roleEpisode 22: How to handle conflict at work, with Ginny Radmall
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  • Even though you’re excited about the course you’ve signed up to, it’s easy to veer off track with it when you’re juggling a demanding HR job. So, to help set you up for success & make the learning from the course stick, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. In it, host, Fay Wallis shares 9 tips to unlock training success when you’re a busy HR professional. 

     

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingInspiring HR Group Programme

     

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    Neuroscience for Learning and Development, by Stella Collins

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 97: Inspiring HR: the purpose behind it and what to expect if you joinEpisode 110: Why facilitation skills can help your career & how to develop them, with Kirsty LewisEpisode 15: How networking can help your careerEpisode 16: How to become more confident about networking
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  • How is your performance management strategy impacting employee engagement? Understanding how to use it effectively can lead to better results for employees and therefore the organisation, as well as save money through staff retention. Performance management should be about more than KPIs and day-to-day tasks, it should be seen as an individualised opportunity to support career growth. With continuous conversations, clear goals and regular constructive feedback, performance management can become a far more effective tool.

    In this episode of HR Coffee Time, host Fay Wallis is joined by Lucinda Carney the CEO and Founder of Actus. A purpose-built performance and talent management software, which makes her the perfect person to share her knowledge on:

    Performance management’s impact on employee engagementBest practices for performance managementThe importance of clear goalsTailoring performance management to individualsHow to drive high performanceWhy you need to do more than annual appraisals
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Lucinda on LinkedInActusListen to Lucinda’s Podcast HR UprisingActus on FacebookActus on YouTube 
    Resources Mentioned During the EpisodeThe Gallup Q12 employee engagement surveyThe CIPD research report: Performance management: Could do better?
    Actus ResourcesResearch review: What works in performance managementWebinar recording: Rethinking appraisals webinar recordingWhite paper: How to design an appraisal processEbook: The complete guide to 360 feedback

     

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    The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R. CoveyHBR's 10 Must Reads on Performance Management, by Harvard Business Review
  • Instead of launching yourself into another busy year at work, it is helpful to take a moment to pause and reflect so that you can set your goals. There will be powerful lessons to learn from the year that has just passed and so many positives that you may overlook unless you take the time to stop.

    In this episode of HR Coffee Time, host Fay Wallis guides you through the ‘Look Back to Look Forward’ activity from the 2024 HR Planner. It is 10 questions to help you acknowledge your successes and challenges, and spark ideas for powerful goals to set for 2024. In the spirit of ‘walking the walk as well as talking the talk’, she also shares her answers to the questions.

     

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingFay's blog article: Reflecting on 2023 - looking back to look forwardThe HR Planner
    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 99: How mediation skills can help you resolve conflict at work, with Pete ColbyEpisode 110: Why facilitation skills can help your HR career & how to develop them, with Kirsty LewisEpisode 115: Why negotiation skills can help your HR career & how to develop them, with Simon Duncan
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  • Unless you are working for a truly enormous organization where all supplier negotiations are handled by a procurement team, you are going to find yourself having to negotiate at some point. Whether it’s with the recruitment agencies you use to fill vacancies, the supplier of your HRIS system, or the company that administers your benefits scheme for you – there are a whole host of occasions when negotiation skills can come in handy, you can add huge value to your organisation from a financial perspective and impress the senior leadership team.

    The problem is that most HR/People professionals are never taught negotiation skills. So, if negotiation is something you’ve felt nervous about, or dreaded doing, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. In it, host, Fay Wallis, is joined by negotiation expert Simon Duncan who explains:

    What negotiation isThe four phases of a successful negotiationPhase one: planningPhase two: launchingPhase three: undertakingPhase four: securingA confidence-boosting tip 
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  • ‘Culture’ can seem like a vague and woolly concept. You can feel what a culture is like as soon as you start working in an organization but it can be hard to describe it and even harder to know what to do to measure or improve it. But with many HR teams being renamed as ‘People and Culture’ and job titles being changed to reflect this, understanding workplace culture and knowing how to shape and improve it are essential skills for People professionals.

    This episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. Host Fay Wallis and expert guest Arend Boersema explore:

    Understanding workplace cultureMeasuring cultureThoughts on pursuing an ‘ideal culture’How personal connection impacts cultureWhere Arend’s passion and interest in culture stem fromUsing poetry in organizationsA live reading from Arend’s book, “Poetry at the heart of business”
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Arend on LinkedInVisit Arend’s websiteAccess Fay’s free PDF version of the 2024 HR PlannerBuy the hardback 2024 HR Planner

     

    Resources Mentioned During the Episode

  • Have you set your sights on a senior HR role but feel like you’re missing out on strategic experience in your current job? Or perhaps you’re not confident enough to operate at board level? Bridging this gap could be more fulfilling than you think. Becoming a trustee for a charity is a smart career move that not only sharpens your strategic skills and gives you board-level exposure, it also offers the rewarding opportunity to do meaningful work by supporting a charity. It’s a unique blend of professional growth and contributing to the greater good.

    In this episode of HR Coffee Time, host Fay Wallis chats with the insightful Roisin Williams from Job Seeker Coaching. With her rich background as an HR professional, career coach, and seasoned trustee, Roisin unpacks the ins and outs of trusteeship. She’s here to share:

    A clear breakdown of what it means to be a trusteeThe real deal on the responsibilities and expectations that come with the titleThe unexpected upsides of stepping into a trustee roleAnswers to those niggling doubts and questions you might haveTips on how to kick-start your journey as a trustee

    This isn’t just another podcast episode; it’s your invitation to step up, expand your HR horizon, and contribute to a cause that matters. So, why not give it a listen and see where trusteeship could take you?

     

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Roisin on LinkedInRoisin’s websiteAccess Fay’s free PDF version of the 2024 HR PlannerBuy the hardback 2024 HR Planner
    Resources Mentioned During the EpisodeThe Charity Commission for England and WalesGetting on BoardVolunteering Matters (formerly Community Service Volunteers)

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time Episodes

    Episode 5: How to progress your HR career (using the 3E model)

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  • Go behind the scenes of HR Coffee Time and learn what to expect if you’re a guest on the show, and how to set yourself up for a successful interview. In this episode, Fay explains:

    The benefits of being a guest on HR Coffee TimeOvercoming nervousness and preparing for the interviewThe interview processTips for a successful interviewTechnical aspects of the interviewTips to reduce filler wordsThe importance of keeping the audience in mindHow to become a guest on HR Coffee Time

     

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingThe HR Planner
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  • With claims that we’re working in a world designed for extroverts, it’s important we understand how to make our workplaces more inclusive, so that we can all thrive.

    In this episode of HR Coffee Time, Fay is joined by Tom Cleary, Founder of Introverts & Co. Tom shares how to thrive at work as an introvert, and busts myths you may have heard before about introversion. He also explains practical strategies to help set yourself, your colleagues and your workplaces up for success. Some of the many things he covers include:

    Understanding introversion: definition and misconceptionsThe impact of introversion in the workplaceTom’s personal journey: from introversion to advocacyWhy introversion is such an important topic for us all to be aware of & learn more aboutCreating inclusive meetings & team building events for introvertsStrengths and challenges of being an introvertStrategies for introverts to thrive in the workplaceThe importance of identifying personal values

     

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Tom on LinkedInTom’s websiteTom’s free online community: Introverts and co
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    Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan Cain

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 43: The one thing that will boost your resilience throughout your HR career, with Tom ClearyEpisode 47: Discovering your values to help your HR career, with Zoe HawkinsEpisode 75: What psychometrics are, how you can use them & why they’re so helpful, with Sue ColtonEpisode 110: Why facilitation skills can help your HR career & how to develop them, with Kirsty LewisHR Coffee Time inclusion playlist (on Spotify)HR Coffee Time inclusion playlist (online)
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  • Facilitation skills can help you thrive in your HR/People career. In this episode of HR Coffee Time, Fay is joined by Kirsty Lewis, Founder of the School of Facilitation (SOF) who generously shares valuable insights, tips, and resources for honing facilitation skills. Listen to this episode to learn:

    What facilitation isThe difference between facilitation and trainingHow facilitation skills can help your HR careerPractical tips on facilitating or running an online workshop (to make it as effective and engaging as possible)How to develop facilitation skillsRecommendations for further learning & helpful resources
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Kirsty on LinkedInKirsty’s website: School of FacilitationAccess Fay’s free PDF version of the 2024 HR PlannerBuy the hardback 2024 HR Planner
    Resources Mentioned During the EpisodeLiberating StructuresSessionlab (this is Kirsty’s affiliate link)Miro – online collaboration toolMural – online collaboration toolNever Done BeforeL&D ShakersButterThe High Performance Podcast

     

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    The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, by Priya ParkerNeuroscience for Learning and Development, by Stella Collins
    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time Episodes

    Episode 94: Summer reads: 3 great books to help your HR career

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  • Do you have an annual project coming up? A project you only need to do once a year that can feel a bit daunting because it can feel hard to remember everything involved, what you need to do and what order to do it all in? Maybe the end-of-year performance management process is looming, or you’re working towards launching the annual employee engagement survey, or you run a graduate recruitment scheme that starts up in January. In a busy HR/People role, the possibilities for projects you might be working on are endless.

    This episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help you succeed with annual projects and not get overwhelmed. Fay talks through the Simple Process Plan template she uses to help her stay on track with projects that roll around once a year. (Although she does use it for everyday processes too).

    She explains what it is, how it’s laid out, how to use it and the 4 reasons it’s so effective. 

     

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  • Strategy is a topic we’ve explored before on HR Coffee Time (and we’ll look at again in the future) because it’s an important aspect of HR leadership. Whether you’re a seasoned strategist, or you feel uncomfortable and worried when it comes to strategy, this episode is here to help you build your skills and confidence.  

    Strategy expert and author of the award-winning book, “The Strategy Book: How to think and act strategically to deliver outstanding results”, Dr Max Mckeown shares: 

    What strategy is & what it isn’t How you’re already a strategist (even if you don’t realise it) Why people doubt themselves when it comes to being strategic The three parts of being strategic – timescale, scope, & sequence An example of strategy done badly An example of a good strategy (McDonalds) Strategy is simple but simple is complex Max’s strategy tool, Speed Strategy – where are we now, where do we want to go, what do we need to do to get there, how do we need to do it, what do we need to measure along the route, what is pushing us, what might stop us? 

     

    Useful Links Connect with Fay on LinkedIn Fay’s website: Bright Sky Career Coaching Free Speed Strategy template Max’s website Connect with Max on LinkedIn 
    Buy the Book Recommendation 

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    The Pocket Oracle and Art of Prudence, by Baltasar Gracián The Strategy Book: How to think and act strategically to deliver outstanding results, by Max Mckeown The Innovation Book: How to manage ideas and execution for outstanding results, by Max Mckeown Adaptability: The art of winning in an age of uncertainty, by Max Mckeown 

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time Episodes Episode 102: Boosting your strategic knowledge to step up in your HR role Episode 98: HR insider insights: how to create a powerful People Strategy for an SME, with Kelly Vincent Episode 93: Creating a more inclusive work culture: how to make an impact, with Toby Mildon Episode 77: How to create an effective DEI strategy, with Metra Rowe Episode 61:
  • Have you ever felt like a fraud at work and worried you were about to be found out at any moment? Do you ever hold yourself back from asking for what you want for fear of hearing the word, “no”? Do you ever procrastinate because you’re worried about getting things ‘perfect’ enough? Do you work incredibly hard – perhaps harder than your colleagues and peers because you want to make sure you’re achieving good results at work?

    If you can answer ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you are not alone. You may be experiencing imposter syndrome; something that affects many of us at certain points throughout our career.

    In this episode of HR Coffee Time, guest Aoife O’Brien explains what imposter syndrome is, the impact it has at work and how to tackle it head-on.

    Listen to the episode to learn:

    What imposter syndrome is (and what it isn’t)Where her interest in imposter syndrome comes fromResults from Aoife’s research into imposter syndromeHow imposter syndrome impacts performance (including procrastination and burnout)What Aoife thinks about claims that imposter syndrome doesn’t exist or that it’s an unhelpful labelPractical strategies to tackle imposter syndrome throughout your organisationTips to help you overcome imposter syndrome for yourself, including ABC (A = acknowledge, B = belief, C = courageous action)How knowing your strengths and asking for feedback can help
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingAoife’s Imposter Syndrome Survey ReportAoife’s Happier at Work websiteAoife’s Imposter Syndrome websiteGallup Clifton Strengths AssessmentFay’s HR Planner

      

    Aoife’s social media profilesConnect with Aoife on LinkedInFollow Aoife on InstagramFollow Aoife on Twitter / XSubscribe to Aoife’s YouTube channel

     

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    High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way, by Brendon Burchard

     

    Other HR Coffee Times Mentioned in This EpisodeEpisode 1: How to feel more confident at workEpisode 36:
  • If you have no idea what to post on LinkedIn, or why you should be posting on there, this episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help. Fay explains why it’s so important to be active on LinkedIn to build your professional and employer brands. She then explains 7 types of posts to share on LinkedIn that will help your HR career.

    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career Coaching

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 11: Networking – the three most important networks for your career - Bright Sky Career CoachingEpisode 15: How networking can help your career - Bright Sky Career CoachingEpisode 16: How to become more confident about networking - Bright Sky Career CoachingEpisode 17: 3 little-known LinkedIn features which will help you get your next job - Bright Sky Career CoachingEpisode 101: How to build confidence with networking for HR career success, with Yvonne Walsh - Bright Sky Career Coaching

     

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  • Although pensions can feel like a boring or complicated topic (especially if you’re not a Reward specialist), HR Coffee Time guest Pete Hykin shows this doesn’t have to be the case. In this episode he helps strip away any worries you might have about choosing a pension provider or talking about pensions at work. He also shares some great tips on how to get everyone engaged with their pensions and focused on their financial wellbeing.

    Listen to the episode to learn:

    Why it’s important to prioritise getting pensions right, even though you have other projects and issues competing for your time and attention.You can draw a direct line from employee productivity to employee wellbeing and financial wellbeing.Aside from their house, their pension is the largest financial asset your employees will have in their lives.Pensions are a major part of financial wellbeing.The importance of educating people about pensions.Help bring the amount of money in peoples’ pensions to life.You can use tools like salary sacrifice to put more money in your employees’ pockets.Create a culture and environment where people can talk about money and their financial wellbeing.Inclusion and pensions.Tips on choosing a new pension provider – consult with your employees to find out what’s important to them.
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingBook a virtual chat with Penfold
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    Becoming, by Michelle Obama

     

    Other HR Coffee Times Mentioned in This Episode

    Episode 48: How to support your colleagues with bereavement at work, with Michelle Smith

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  • Gravitas can help you make an impact throughout your HR career, but it can feel hard to define, and even harder to work out how to develop it. Antoinette Dale Henderson is on hand to help. Having made it her life’s work to decode the elements that contribute to gravitas and teach us how to improve our own personal gravitas, she shares some of her key insights and tips in this episode of HR Coffee Time, including:

    Antoinette’s definition of gravitas, “The ability to command respect, get taken seriously, and get your voice heard. All while retaining your own authentic self.”How gender impacts perception of gravitas.The six components of Antoinette’s model, The Gravitas Wheel.Internal components: self-awareness, expertise, authenticityExternal components: presence, connection, projectionSitting in the centre of the wheel: purposeHow to plan using OPRAHS to make sure you have maximum presence in a situation:O: objective – what’s your objective?P: people – which people will be there & what’s their objective?R: role – what role am I playing?A: attitude – what attitude do I need to have?H: hear – what am I going to hear?S: say – what am I going to say?Increasing or decreasing your presence using body language, voice, eye contact and clothing
    Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career CoachingConnect with Antoinette on LinkedInFollow Antoinette on InstagramAntoinette’s website
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    Leading With Gravitas: Unlock the six keys to impact and influence, by Antoinette Dale HendersonPower Up: The Smart Woman’s Guide to Unleashing Her Potential, by Antoinette Dale HendersonLook Like The Leader You Are: A 7 step strategy for ambitious women, by Lizzie EdwardsCompelling People: The Hidden Qualities That Make Us Influential, by John Neffinger & Matthew Kohut

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 91: How to be more assertive at work – a fresh approach, with Trisha LewisEpisode 73: 5 ways to feel more confident in your next interview, meeting, or presentation
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  • Contracting (taking on a role that isn’t a permanent position) can be a great option for your HR career. But how do you know whether it’s the right fit for you?

    This episode of HR Coffee Time is here to help you answer that question. Experienced HR contractor – Eleanor Minshall, shares her insights and explains:

    How she made the switch from permanent employment to contracting.The benefits of contractingThe downsides of contracting to be aware ofUseful skills to have as a contractorHow to get a contract roleHow to set yourself up for success in a contract role

     

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    ‘Will It Make The Boat Go Faster?: Olympic-winning Strategies for Everyday Success’ by Harriet Beveridge & Ben Hunt-Davis‘Legacy: 15 Lessons in Leadership’ by James Kerr 

    Other HR Coffee Time Episodes MentionedEpisode 04: Finding your next HR job – key tips from an HR Recruiter, with Tansel OmerEpisode 13: How to get a senior-level role, with Craig ElvinEpisode 101: How to build confidence with networking for HR career success, with Yvonne Walsh

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  • Build your confidence and knowledge about strategy with this episode of HR Coffee Time. Fay talks you through the key takeaways from Richard Rumelt’s modern business classic, “Good Strategy, Bad Strategy: The difference and why it matters.”

    Not only will this help you create more powerful People and HR strategies, but it will also help you understand how to craft and contribute to the overarching strategy for the whole organisation you work in.

    This episode will be helpful for you, no matter which role you’re ultimately aiming for, but it will be especially useful if you’d like to move into a Board-level role (or are already in one).

    Ideas shared in the episode, include:

    The kernel of good strategy is made up of:

    A diagnosis that defines or explains the nature of the challengeA guiding policy for dealing with the challengeA set of coherent actions designed to carry out the guiding policy

    9 sources of power:

    LeverageProximate objectivesChain-link systemsUsing designFocusGrowthUsing advantageUsing dynamicsInertia and entropy

     

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    Good Strategy, Bad Strategy: The difference and why it matters, by Richard Rumelt

     

    Other Relevant HR Coffee Time EpisodesEpisode 26: How to be strategic in your new HR leadership roleEpisode 61: The 4 pillars that will help you be strategic in your HR roleEpisode 77: How to create an effective DEI strategy, with Metra RoweEpisode 98: HR insider insights: how to create a powerful people strategy for an SME, with Kelly Vincent
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