Multitasking and HR

By David Creelman Some people think that multitasking is a kind of heroic attribute. The implication is that they are so busy they have to...

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The Value of Old Knowledge

By David Creelman At any management conference you will find people pitching new ideas. HR is always looking for new perspectives, new tips, or new...

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Augmented Humans

By David Creelman It is common in science fiction to find humans whose abilities have been augmented by implants or chemicals. The 1970’s TV show...

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Doing Incentives Backwards

By David Creelman What do you think of an incentive design that gives someone a goal, but keeps the incentive secret? On the face of...

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The Advice Monster and the Magic of Questions

By David Creelman One of the most delightful management thinkers I know is Michael Bungay Stanier. He shares a coaching tip that all managers need...

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The Challenge of Creativity

By David Creelman It is common to find articles on how to be more creative. We all know organizations should innovate. We all like the...

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Don’t Fall in Love with HR

By David Creelman The biggest trap for human resources professionals is becoming immersed in the world of HR. If you read HR books, take HR...

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The Mistake in Behavioural Scales

By David Creelman HR loves behavioural rating scales. Yet it is odd that some of the original work on competencies by Signe and Lyle Spencer...

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