Giving people the opportunity to master a task or challenge and empowering them to make decisions emphasises independence, adaptability and trust

A recent survey found that more than half of teenage girls interested in studying engineering and construction studies did not have access to these subjects in school

Sleep needs to be made a priority and treated with the same importance as nutrition and fitness when it comes to our health

While specialisation can be invaluable, it’s important to collaborate and share knowledge, according to Wayne Stanley of Simon Communities of Ireland

When a few colleagues got together in the Galway office of Fidelity Investments to sing, they never imagined it would turn into a company-wide, global initiative

People don’t leave jobs; they leave cultures and managers. If leaders are not listening, supporting and developing staff and addressing conflict, then people will leave in their droves

With a determination to succeed and the help of the Dublin City University access programme, Steven Colgan is now pursuing a rewarding career in law

By actively listening and communicating clearly, you will build a strong internal culture that engages and retains employees

Failure to properly attend to the issue of menopause could give rise to legal issues such as sex, age and disability discrimination claims

Paul Dooley of Typetec, the IT services provider, says that although making mistakes is a hard lesson, we can learn from it and do better next time

The looming pensions crisis means many people may end up working past the age of 65, but policy has not been adjusted to support this change for family business owners

The needs of every worker have to be considered when creating a phased plan for the return to the workplace

New technologies are making possible the prospect of companies of all sizes embracing this electronic form of billing for the first time

A company survey reveals that over 80 per cent of the Speed Fibre Group workforce is happy to work from home for most of the week, while some presence in the office needs to be maintained

By being yourself and staying flexible in your approach, you will be able to show colleagues what can be achieved in a business, says Andrew Magowan of The Inside Trek

Offices and workplaces are set to reopen tomorrow but, in a post-pandemic age, many workers just want to move on from their jobs

The cleverest brands in the market are finding ways to help consumers achieve connection through immersive, human-centric and cross-platform experiences

The acceleration of the already rapid move towards digital technology has meant that companies must have updated customer experience strategies at the ready

Be straightforward and clear in your approach with your team, as sharing knowledge and information will empower them to meet their goals

Companies that understand the importance of creating a good working environment, while engaging and empowering people, will benefit from a stronger employer brand and better performance