Tag Archive: diversity

HR Challenges: Retention, engagement, and diversity

Posted 27th June 2023 at 2:19 pm

In today’s competitive marketplace, attracting and retaining top talent, fostering employee engagement, and managing workplace diversity can be complex issues that require a strategic approach.   To start with, recruiting and retaining talented employees in the current market is a major challenge for many small and medium-sized businesses. While you may not be able to offer the same salary and benefits packages as larger firms, there are several ways to attract and retain top talent.   For example, you could consider offering unique employee benefits that align with the values of your business. These could include flexible working arrangements, paid... Read more

Neurodiversity in the workplace

Posted 2nd May 2023 at 1:21 pm

Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in how people’s brains are wired and how they process information. This includes conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, and others.   A growing body of research and advocacy highlights the unique strengths and perspectives that neurodivergent individuals can bring to the workplace. For businesses, embracing neurodiversity can have numerous benefits. One of the most significant is increased innovation. Neurodivergent individuals often think differently and approach problems from unconventional angles, leading to fresh ideas and creative solutions that may not have otherwise been considered. By tapping into... Read more

Diversity and inclusion in your organisation

Posted 27th April 2021 at 11:03 am

Businesses are more focused on diversity and inclusion (D&I) than ever before. Addressing the issues of diversity and inclusion not only show that you are a socially-responsible business, but will also be of benefit to you in that you will gain greater understanding of the diverse customer base that you serve. These factors will then make you a more attractive prospect to potential customers and clients, not to mention employees, helping you to further diversify your operations. In fact, a McKinsey research report from 2018 showed that greater diversity in the workforce results in more profitable organisations. While profitability shouldn’t... Read more