Program overview Planning for and acquiring the best talents are important functions of every manager. Acquiring the best talents in the most effective manner gives an organization a competitive advantage over its competition. Hiring the wrong talents has  long-lasting dire consequences for organizations. In the Philippines, it is not easy to correct mistakes in talent […]

Program Overview Employee misconduct does always happen in every organization. How do you handle a miscreant employee? With iron hands that would lead to discharge from the service or with understanding with a view to reform? It depends upon the gravity of the offense and the attending circumstances. Disciplining an employee is one of the […]

Program overview Being a first-time supervisor might be quite challenging, especially during this time of pandemic where we need to focus on managing remote employees and teams. Transitioning from rank-and-file employee to becoming a full-fledged supervisor needs a lot of preparation. Supervisors need to learn how to manage complex tasks and diverse people. This 3-session […]

Program overview Managing performance is one of the most important functions of a people manager. This is part of a manager’s job to ensure business performance, achievement of business goals, financial viability, growth, and sustainability. Effective management of performance of people is based on scientific concepts of behavioral sciences, and involves cutting edge practices in […]

Program Overview Managing rewards has strategic implications in organizations. Rewards and compensation that are not effectively managed could unduly increase fixed costs and lead organizations to an uncompetitive position in the market. Managing rewards begin with crafting a viable rewards philosophy and rewards strategy. Rewards are the best statement that a manager can make to […]

Program overview In December 1953, the Philippines ratified key International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions: the Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organize Convention, 1948 (No. 87) and […]

Program Overview Business paradigms and practices drastically changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and forced community quarantine guidelines. Market is ambiguous, work arrangements have become more complex and sales became volatile.  There is need for organizations to be driven and agile in transacting with their customers. Everyone is a customer service person. A smile and […]

Program Overview COVID – 19 pandemic has disrupted the workforce forcing the government to apply strict restrictions. Most businesses adopted alternative work arrangements forcing some employees to work from home. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) responded to these arrangements by issuing department orders and labor advisories to guide employers on how to effectively […]

Program Overview Safety is good for business. A safe and healthy workplace eliminates accidents, reduces absenteeism, raises employee morale, and enhances employee productivity. The absence of a safe and healthy working environment increases the frequency of workplace accidents and illnesses resulting in the increase of  the cost of doing business. With the cases mentioned above, […]

Program Overview During normal times, it is estimated that only 30% of employees all over the world are truly engaged. Employee engagement is roughly defined as the emotional connection that […]