Our Managing Director, Robert de Loryn had another successful overseas trip this week meeting with our existing clients to understand the difference RdL is making to their operations. Some of the clients that he met with are making significant savings in their operations and are successfully implementing both operational and cultural changes in their businesses. It is fantastic to work with CEO’s and companies that are wanting to become the best employer in their field and

External training is a great investment in the development of your people. During this training your people get to learn new theories, that, if applied correctly, will make a difference to them and the company they work for. One of the best ways to embed the learning is through workplace coaching. Companies invest heavily in training but do not see the significant benefits of following through with coaching to complete the training cycle. Workplace coaching is a one on on

Consider these tips when upping your leadership game: Lead by example. Leaders need to show, not just tell. Set the tone and your employees will follow it. 2. Communicate effectively. Great leaders make sure they are heard and understood, but they also know the importance of listening. Be emotionally aware. Be sensitive to different points of view and different backgrounds. When using your head to do what’s best for your company, don’t forget to have a heart. Learn from the p

The true role of a leader and HR Professional is to develop their people. The reality is we get caught up in daily operational activity and focus on daily targets and do not see the strategic advantage of focusing on the development of our people to deliver the results they need. Great leadership is about achieving results through the efforts of other people. Engaging with them, coaching them and giving them the authority to perform at a higher level than they may currently

There is no hard and fast rule, however, I suggest you hire the person with the right culture fit.

Make Training Stick by providing Coaching, giving them the authority and opportunity to change, and by holding them accountable to change