created using Envato "We prefer conversational interviews. They feel more authentic." I hear this from hiring managers weekly. And I understand the appeal—unstructured interviews feel natural, relationship-building, human. But here's what the research shows: → Structured interviews: .58 predictive validity → Unstructured interviews: .31 predictive validity That's an 87% improvement in prediction accuracy. Translation: You're nearly twice as likely to hire the right person with structure. The...

Conflict at work is inevitable. Diverse teams, tight deadlines, and high expectations create fertile ground for disagreements. Yet how we handle these conflicts can define an organisation's health and productivity. Effective workplace conflict resolution is not just about quelling disputes but about fostering an environment where differences lead to growth rather than disruption. In this post, I will share practical strategies that organisations and their leaders across Asia and Europe can...

created using Envato Most organisations are still using 1998 data to make million-dollar hiring decisions. Here's what changed: Schmidt & Hunter's classic meta-analysis shaped talent acquisition for 25 years. But Sackett et al.'s 2022 update reveals the landscape has shifted dramatically. The top three predictors remain strong, but several "tried and true" methods dropped 10-20% in validity. Why? Technology changed how we assess. Remote work changed what we measure. And algorithmic tools...