Month: October 2023

  • Working with Elite IT Teams: The Art & Science of Project Success

    Introduction Managing elite IT professionals can be a daunting task. Just like elite athletes, these experts are at the top of their game. The challenges lie not in their technical skills but in aligning their mental maps with the project’s goals. Typically, project managers employ a straightforward, mechanical approach: setting deadlines, defining tasks, and monitoring…

  • Technical Risks: Avoiding the Common Pitfalls in Your Projects

    Technical risks are like hidden potholes on the road to project success – they can derail your efforts if you’re not careful. This post highlights some common technical pitfalls and provides key questions to help you assess and mitigate these risks. 1. The “Shiny New Toy” Syndrome: 2. The “We’ve Always Done it This Way”…

  • Influencing Business Leaders to Champion a People-First Agenda.

    Seeding Growth through a People-First agenda. I am looking forward to engaging in the upcoming Hacking HR event, themed around “Influencing Business Leaders to Champion a People-First Agenda.” This topic resonates deeply with my role at Kyndryl where we apply a structured approach to help business leaders manage the people side of change – navigating…

  • Connecting the Dots Between Data Analytics and People Strategy: Designing Data-Informed HR Strategy and Operations.

    I had the incredible opportunity to be part of an enlightening panel discussion hosted by the amazing Minola Jac . The Hacking HR panel topic was “Connecting the Dots Between Data Analytics and People Strategy: Designing Data-Informed HR Strategy and Operations.” A big thank you to Minola for moderating and to my fellow panelists Heather…

  • Influencing Business Leaders to Champion a People First Agenda

    ❓ Agree ? 🚀”Putting people ( employees, customers & investors) at the forefront leads to a more productive and successful organisation.”🚀 As a proud member of the Kyndryl team–recognised as one of Newsweek‘s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces–I can attest to the value of Business Leaders Championing a People-First Agenda – it’s power and…

  • Programmes are All About Change: Navigating Crisis and Ensuring Success

    Change is the only constant in programme management. David Whitfield’s presentation, “Planning for a Crisis, Recognising Trouble, Getting out of Trouble,” provides valuable insights into navigating the turbulent waters of programme delivery. Whitfield contrasts the lifecycle of a well-managed project with one that’s struggling, highlighting critical factors that contribute to success or failure. These factors…

  • The Satisfaction Spectrum: Using Analytics for Enhanced Employee Engagement!

    📣 Excited to join an upcoming panel discussion: “The Satisfaction Spectrum: Using Analytics for Enhanced Employee Engagement!” in the Hacking HR event: The People Analytics Global Summit (II Edition) 🔍 Wondering how analytics can elevate your HR game? Want to make data-driven decisions that lead to happier, more productive employees? 📈 Join us on 11…

  • Culture is the Advantage – Understanding How a People-First Culture Impacts Business Strategy and Results.

    🌟 Thrilled to Be a Part of another Hacking HR Panel in October! 🌟 I’m thrilled to announce that I will be joining an esteemed panel of industry experts to discuss a topic close to my heart: “Culture is the Advantage – Understanding How a People-First Culture Impacts Business Strategy and Results.” 🌍💼 I am…

  • Understanding How A People-First Culture Impacts Business Strategy and Results

    📣 I am looking forward to joining the panel discussion [Oct 3 – 9am Pacific time] on the topic “hashtag#CultureistheAdvantage: Understanding How A People-First Culture Impacts Business Strategy and Results.” This panel is part of the Hacking HR October series themed: 🌟”The ‘Soft’ is the Business Strategy: Culture, Vulnerability, Psychological Safety, Kindness and Empathy as…