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At OrgShakers, we pride ourselves on staying close to the challenges and opportunities shaping modern organizations.
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The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire and how to Get Recruitment Right?
What are the Costs of a Bad Hire? Hiring the right talent is crucial for any organization's success. However, making a bad hire can have significant financial and cultural repercussions.…
The Rising Importance of Utilising Data Driven HR
Today is World Statistics Day 2025, and the global focus is on the power of data to drive smarter, fairer, and more effective decision making. This year’s theme, “Driving Change…
Navigating Menopause in Remote Work: A Path to Empowerment
Imagine Sarah, a 52-year-old project manager, has always been a dedicated and high-performing employee. However, recently, she's been experiencing fatigue, hot flushes, and difficulty concentrating, and all these symptoms are…
Why US Employers Should Help to Bridge the Maternity Leave Gap
If you cast your employer gaze across the globe you will find that parental leave policies vary dramatically, and one stark reality stands out: American women face some of the…
Building a Smarter HR Strategy: Turning People Insights into Business Impacts
Every successful organisation understands one simple truth - people drive performance. Yet too often, HR is still seen as an administrative function rather than a strategic force. When human resources…
Why Transparent Termination Practices Protect Both People and Employers
Terminating an employee is one of the most difficult decisions an organisation can make. It’s rarely pleasant and often emotionally charged, but how employers handle these moments speaks volumes about…
9 Ways to Maximize Your HR Budget
As organisations scale, so do the demands on their HR function. More people means more hiring, onboarding, training, administration, and strategic planning. HR teams are expected to balance operational efficiency…
How Can HR Leverage Tech to Support Every Employee?
In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, organisations are recognising that the right tools make all the difference to productivity. This is particularly true when it comes to supporting employees with…
Mental Health Stigma in the Workplace: Are We Really Making Progress?
Workplace mental health has changed dramatically over the past few years. What was once a quiet, uncomfortable topic has now become a regular part of leadership discussions and employee wellbeing…
How to Measure Employee Satisfaction and Happiness Through HR Surveys
A company’s success depends on its people. Happy, engaged employees are more productive, loyal, and likely to stay long-term. But how can HR leaders know if employees are truly satisfied…
The Hidden Dangers of Running a Midsized Organisation Without HR Support
Running a smaller organisation often means juggling multiple responsibilities, but overlooking HR (Human Resources) isn’t just another task slipping through the cracks—it’s a serious risk. Without proper HR support, your…
What We’re Reading: Qualified by Shari Dunn
October is Black History Month in the UK, and this has helped to inspire our reading material this month. Despite huge strides forwards in representation in the workplace, there is…
