- I hate it when people unexpectedly retire. It’s as if they jumped a parachute – they just disappear from the plane. But what is more troublesome – how can we possibly find someone to fill in their place? – this HR Business Partner was...
When he entered the room and started talking, everyone understood he was not yet ready for the position he was aiming at. This intelligent and hardworking finance manager had been strongly recommended by the Polish organization for the role of the Finance Director in the...
– Es ist uns wichting, langfristige Beziehung aufzubauen. – It was also important for them to make sure that they do not commit a serious mistake by going out of the headquarters in Germany to look for local suppliers in Poland and the neighboring countries....
We have got rid of the hierarchical structures. From now on, people will work directly with their colleagues from Czech Republic and Romania. – Just like that? – I asked. Just like that. – Now, they can surely expect some shock when they learn about...
- We need it to be fun! – they stated, as we talked about what they are planning for the Diversity Week. This renowned organization from the chemical industry had run such feasts already twice. – But we were not as successful as we wanted...
– Prevention is better than intervention – they said while planning their workforce in a new, shared service center to be based in northern Poland. Scandinavian countries are recognized for their intercultural awareness and this company was the proof of that good reputation. The employees...
– We are just so frustrated! We can’t deal with it anymore. We are fed up and are on the verge of giving up. – said the team manager when ETTA consultant enquired about the cooperation. – Perhaps it’s the wrong projector maybe we are...
– There is something wrong with the way people think about them. It’s not that they are bad managers…but the stupid mistakes they make! It ruins the reputation of the whole company! – said the consultant from a PR agency. – Can you imagine him...
Even a team consisting of greatly educated, organized, and experienced members is convicted to failure without motivation. For a manager, it’s a serious challenge to find and use incentives which have positive influence on the work of team members. Money doesn’t bring happiness? Opinion about the means...
