May 22, 2018 | Articles, Culture, Latest Articles
In the working world, business managers and owners often relay how ‘time is money’. And generally, this saying is correct because the more time we waste the more we could lose out on potential customers. Taking longer to do the work also increases the opportunity...
Dec 13, 2017 | Articles, Conversations, Crucial Accountability, Latest Articles
As employees and employers embark on another year Helene Vermaak, Director at corporate culture experts – The Human Edge, recommends that feedback must feature prominently within the company culture. “By incorporating feedback into the DNA of the business, an...
Nov 10, 2017 | Articles, Conversations, Crucial Accountability, Latest Articles
Research has shown that only one in three employees actually makes changes based on performance feedback. As we near the end of another year, Helene Vermaak, Director at The Human Edge, an organisational culture expert, says that 43% of employees experience a ‘déjà...
Nov 7, 2017 | Articles, Crucial Accountability, Latest Articles
In many organisations performance feedback and constructive criticism is rare and often harsh, says Helene Vermaak, Director at The Human Edge. “As leaders in creating sustainable behaviour change in organisations we are only too aware of the role that effective...
Nov 6, 2017 | Articles, Crucial Accountability, Culture, Latest Articles
Helene Vermaak, director at The Human Edge says that culture is one of the most important factors that regulates individual performance. Many companies are conducting performance appraisals as the end of the year approaches. “The culture, values, and belief system of...
Aug 2, 2017 | Articles, Conversations, Culture, Latest Articles, Research
Most organisations will undergo periods of change and uncertainty at some point. Mergers, acquisitions, new management and leadership are some of the dynamics that can lead to change. Helene Vermaak, Director at The Human Edge says that if organisations adopt an...