August 22, 2025
What can go wrong conducting HR research?
Actually… everything. But why do some HR studies fail to deliver any value, and how can you avoid that? At first glance, HR research seems simple—we prepare questions, collect responses, analyze results. Yet often we end up asking ourselves: “Why did we even do this?”
August 21, 2025
AI in HR research – opportunities and pitfalls
AI has entered every industry, including HR. AI-based tools are most often used to support recruitment, but increasingly, they are being applied in HR analytics as well. While AI can reduce the time spent on tasks, ease the burden of analyzing results, and surface interesting insights, the key - as in every area of HR - is to approach it thoughtfully and deliberately.
August 20, 2025
Why we struggle to create effective HR surveys
Let’s start with an uncomfortable truth: often, as HR professionals, we undermine the importance of the surveys we conduct. And if we treat them as a tedious obligation, how can we expect executives or team leaders to take them seriously? Starting with the mindset that surveys are difficult, time-consuming, or “probably won’t lead to anything” puts us at a disadvantage before we even begin. Let’s take a look at where we most often go wrong from the very start.
August 18, 2025
Feedback for the Executive Team without pressure or fear
Evaluating the work of executive team members (C-level) is one of the most demanding yet strategically important activities in an organization. Well-prepared feedback not only helps to see how each person fulfills their role but also supports their development and strengthens collaboration at the highest level. That’s why the C-level feedback process should serve two goals: assess their work and approach, while also supporting development and addressing key topics from an organizational perspective.
August 11, 2025
Individual feedback for Leaders – vow to support the most demanding role in your organization
Why is feedback for leaders so important? The answer is simple – leaders are among the most demanding roles in any organization. They need to balance business goals with people’s needs, handle time pressure, constant change, and often… loneliness. Research and practical experience show that supporting a leader’s development is an investment that directly impacts the effectiveness and engagement of the entire team. A leader with proper support can resolve conflicts faster, motivate people in tough moments, and maintain a healthy work atmosphere – and that’s exactly what every HR professional aims for.
August 04, 2025
Team feedback – how to do it right and make it work for everyone
One of the most powerful tools to support team growth and build a strong feedback culture is team feedback. It’s more than just a way to evaluate collaboration – it helps uncover team dynamics, identify needs, and address potential friction points in everyday work. Here are three tools you can implement in your organization to make team feedback truly valuable – for both the team and its leaders.
July 27, 2025
Individual feedback that works – tools and best practices
Should we treat feedback as one of the core tools for employee development? Absolutely. But do we actually use it every day? Not really. Most often, it pops up during annual reviews, promotions, or development programs. Yet feedback doesn’t have to be an event – it can (and should) be a natural part of everyday work.
July 20, 2025
HR surveys aren’t enough – don’t forget about communication
Imagine asking someone for a favor – no warning, right in the middle of their workday, without explaining why. The first time, they might help. The second time, maybe. But by the fourth, your chances drop significantly. It’s the same with HR surveys that aren’t properly communicated. Why should someone take the time to fill it out if they don’t even know how their answers will be used?
July 13, 2025
Designing effective HR surveys – how to start?
You’ve got your questions ready, your questionnaire drafted, and your timeline mapped out. But is that enough to ensure your HR survey will be a success? Not quite. Let’s take a look at what needs to happen long before you even start designing the survey itself. Remember: designing a survey isn’t just an Excel exercise – it’s a process of reflection and making strategic decisions about your organizational culture.