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Survey Insights: Bridging the Career Management Gap in Organisations

A recent survey conducted by Right Management highlights a critical disconnect between leaders and employees regarding career growth and support within organisations. As companies strive to foster environments where employees can thrive, the findings indicate that many workers feel lost and stranded in their careers, suggesting a need for urgent reassessment of career management strategies,

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A Year of “Confident Career Conversations”

As I sit down to reflect on the past year, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and pride. Writing and launching “Confident Career Conversations” has been a really rewarding journey. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, my readers, and supporters.  A Year of Pride  Within just ten weeks

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Trends in Career Development and How Organisations Can Adapt

As I highlighted in my blog post, Career Development. What does the future of work look like? There are some monumental shifts taking place in the workplace. Those shifts mean career development is continually evolving. This blog post explores key trends in career development, what these shifts mean and how organisations can adapt to them.

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Seven Empowering Questions for Employee Engagement and Career Development

Unlocking the full potential of your employees is more critical now than ever before. In today’s fast-paced world, employee engagement isn’t just a trendy term—it’s the linchpin of organisational success. So, how can HR professionals, leaders, and managers truly connect with their teams and ignite their passion for their work? The Art of Career Conversation

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Gartner’s Insight on Career Development: Bridging the Gap Between Expectations and Reality

Recent research conducted by Gartner, Inc., underscores a crucial issue within many organisations: a significant gap between employee expectations for career development and what is actually provided. Only 46% of employees feel supported in their career growth endeavours, a statistic that highlights the urgency for organisations to rethink their career management strategies. Understanding Employee Expectations

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