Last week, we looked at how to get the best out of employees in 2024. Following that discussion, two clients shared their concerns, one pointing out that he has two employees who usually leave work at exactly 5 pm daily….
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I thought I had prepared well to ace the interview, but when the interviewer asked me, “Why should we hire you?” I wished I had been given more time to prepare. The question seemed straightforward, but it left me stumbling…
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The efforts of sending many applications bore fruits at last and Ann was called for an interview. The remaining battle was for her prepare to ace the interview. She was confident and she underestimated the power of investing in professional…
I loved seeking advice about crafting a job-winning CV that could impress potential employers and increase the chances of getting interview invites. What stood out for me was the importance of customizing a resume to fit a specific job. I…
As an employer in Kenya, are you aware of your obligations regarding respecting your employees’ religious rights? According to Section 8 of the Employment Act, employees are entitled to at least one rest day within a seven-day period. Importantly, this…
One of the major challenges that I experienced when I was looking for a job was standing out in a pool of other candidates. Many applicants were competing for the same role and they had the right experience and skills…
Jared wondered why he was not succeeding in his job search and his friend advised him to seek help from an expert. He sought resume writing services which helped him get an interview-winning CV. He was invited for several interviews…
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Do you know how to terminate a non-performing employee at your organization lawfully? Do you know the proper process to do this without risking your business? Below is a recent costly case where a former employee took the employer to…
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Is your business compliant with Kenya Labor Laws? Are you up-to-date with the recent court rulings on employment issues? Is your business at risk of expensive litigations due to non-compliance? If your business hires casual employees, this article involving a…
As HR, have you ever had to approach difficult conversations at work? It may be dealing with difficult employees, conflicts among employees, underperformance, disciplinary issues, and communicating difficult management decisions such as redundancy or layoffs. You act as a bridge…
Recently, I was consulting for a client looking for an HR expert to help them develop HR policies and procedures. As we sat to understand the needs of this company, we got to have a conversation with the HR manager,…
Have you ever had to work with someone you don’t like? How did you approach it? This topic came to me when conversing with a friend about the workplace. They mentioned they were experiencing difficulties working with their colleagues’ personalities…
I met an HR manager in our Master HR skills class and asked them why they decided to attend the class. Turns out, a survey had been done at their workplace to find out why there was a high turnover…
Recently, we saw a surgeon, Dr, Magare Gikenyi going to court because he felt that section 29 of the employment act was discriminating against men. This is because it provides women 90 days of paid maternity leave while men are…
Through out my HR career, I can tell you that my journey has not been easy. Yes, I may have my expertise and experience, but having someone who has been where I am share their opinion and experiences with me has been helpful. In this video,…
Managing employee performance in the right way is crucial when it comes to business success. This can result to increase in employee retention, engagement, motivation, performance and much more. But what happens when organizations get it wrong? Often, you will…
Do you remember the last time you went through change whether in your personal life or professionally? How was it? The truth is, change can be difficult to embrace. As a leader, you are expected to recognize the need for…
In these changing times and considering the competitive job market, HR professionals cannot afford to not update our skills. It is what differentiates you from the competition; what is it you bring to the table that others do not? But…
HR takes care of people and acts as a bridge between management and the staff. This is why they are crucial in ensuring that at the end of the day, training and development is not done just to tick a box,…
As HR, you are used to being on the other side of the table doing interviews. But what happens when you are the one being interviewed? Yes, there are the common questions that you expect in interviews but what specific questions…
By Cynthia Wakio Why is it important for HR to master communication skills in the organization? This week, I sat down to have a one-on-one interview with Perminus Wainaina, an experienced HR Consultant and CEO at Corporate Staffing Services to…
HR Professionals just like any other professionals want to grow in their careers. To be in HR, there are skills that are a must have for you but how can you continuously grow them to ensure you stand out? How…
Is project management the top career choice I should consider? This is an email one of our career advisors received from Ann the previous month. Ann applied for many jobs but didn’t get any in her area of specialization so…
Every professional wants to advance in their career and get to the next level. However, being on the other side of the table where HR professionals do the recruiting, do they also make the common mistakes they see other job seekers make when…
Many of us in HR have experienced or heard of other people’s experiences on how hard it is to deal with a toxic boss and it becomes more difficult when it comes to hiring for one. Watch this video for tips and know how to deal with this. How…
Many of us in HR have experienced or heard of other people’s experiences on how hard it is to deal with a toxic boss and it becomes more difficult when it comes to hiring for one. Watch this video for tips and know how to deal with this. How…
I got an email from Stacy, an HR professional last week seeking my advice. She has been working in the same company for the last 6 years and every day is predictable. In the time she has been in the…
‘My passion was to work in the marketing industry but I didn’t know where to start. I had been working as a front-office executive but my salary was unsatisfactory. A friend advised me to start online writing as a part-time…
I met a medium-sized business owner, Ahmed, who was telling me about a manager they had hired to lead a department. ‘’ I am so frustrated by a certain manager in my organization. Ever since they joined, there has been…
I was having a conversation with a senior professional, Vivian, who had attended training and during the break, we were talking about the reasons why they had left a previous job. ‘’I got a call from my daughter’s school telling…
From a nurse to a General Manager of a multinational company! Who would have thought it would have been possible? Well, Carolyne Ndolo did this in 10 years and that’s why I’m celebrating her today. She is an accomplished young…
I met an HR manager Ibrahim, who had made a bad hire. He had added 2 employees to a department that was doing very well. During the interview, the candidates gave the impression that they were qualified and had the…
Adding to your qualifications is definitely a big step in one’s career but knowing the best HR Masters Degree to take as a professional depends on which point you are in your career and the direction you want to take….
Are you an HR professional working in a family business or considering to work in one? Sometimes it can proof to be a difficult job. In this video, I explain some of the challenges HR professionals face and how they…
I got an email last week from Fred, an HR manager of a medium-sized company requesting my advice. His company for some time now always preferred hiring from within instead of new hires. They now felt that this was no…
For a long time, Human Resource in Kenya had been viewed as a career best suited for women. As the world evolves, this is changing. So what skills does a man need to stand out and succeed in HR? Watch…
I came across a LinkedIn message from an HR professional, Jake (not his real name) sharing his experience with me. ‘’Hi. I want to advance in my career this year. I feel stuck in my current position and I keep…
One of the ways to advance in your career is by taking up professional courses. As an HR professional, here are some of the courses to consider.