Working from home is not the question
For senior leaders, the debate about working from home has become strangely noisy for what is, at its core, a simple management issue. The real question is not whether people are visible. It is whether they are delivering. It is whether they are producing strong work, supporting the team around them and contributing to business […]
The missing link in AI adoption
AI is overwhelming middle managers Most organisations are treating AI adoption as a technology challenge. A software rollout managed by IT and celebrated by the C-suite. Some go as far as seeing it as a fast track to reducing headcount and increasing output. They are wrong on both counts. And the evidence is starting to show it. According to […]
AI and leadership
AI is changing the pace and shape of work at a remarkable speed. It is showing up in strategy conversations, daily workflows, and expectations about productivity. For many teams, that creates a mix of excitement and uncertainty at the same time. Some people are energised by the possibilities. Others are trying to work out what […]
Make work more than just a “job”
Workplaces, work and the way we think about it has evolved. Individuals today want more than just a job. They’re craving purpose, flexibility, growth and connection. It’s the leader’s responsibility to understand these changing expectations and create work environments where people feel supported, inspired and able to thrive. What the workforce values There’s a clear […]
Ditch the Ladder, Climb the Lattice
When we think about career progression, the traditional image of the corporate ladder often comes to mind – a straight, upward path to leadership. But in today’s organisations, that model is evolving. Instead, more companies and individuals are embracing the idea of a career lattice – a more flexible, multidirectional approach to growth. In our […]
Mental Wellbeing at Work: 5 Trends You Need to Know About
Workplace wellbeing is a challenge that is here to stay. In light of recent pressures, cost of living increases, interest rates, housing affordability and more, the workplace has become an environment where team members are seeking more than a weekly pay check. This has been the trend for years now, as we see new generations […]
Soft Skills are the Next Big Thing
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace landscape, soft skills have become the next ‘big thing’ as organisations strive to adapt to the needs of team members and leaders. Soft skills include a wide range of interpersonal abilities such as communication, empathy, understanding, and mentoring skills. These are all essential for fostering effective leadership and building a positive organisational […]
2024 Workplace Trends
2024 has kicked off with continued discussions around status-quo challenging topics such as the 4-day work week, mandatory return-to-office rules, and new workplace laws. Two months down and ten more to go, we think this year is going to be a year of change. What new trends and discussions will become centre stage for the […]
Generational Shifts in the Workplace
We are working in a multigenerational workforce. Our team members have experienced certain events that have changed the way they think and therefore the way they behave and their expectations on others and the workplace. At Corporate Edge, our team members span across 4 social generations. They are: Working with team members who have differing […]
What Millennials Want
Millennials are fast moving toward being the next generation of leaders and CEO’s in the workplace. As an integral part of the future landscape of our organisations, we must consider how best to harness the energy, passion and expectations of millennials, as they move into leadership positions and become the largest active generation in the working population. Part 2 of our 3-part millennial series focuses on what millennials want. […]
