What happens when artificial intelligence is able to comprehensively manage people on its own? Will it be a benevolent dictator, an all-seeing micromanager, or just a better option than your last boss?

When it comes to workplace interactions, research makes it clear that leaders can maximise engagement and drive lasting performance when they help their team members meet one another’s needs.

Far too often in business, we get it wrong. We focus on the wrong issues; we waste time and we waste money. When people don’t know what to do, they default to that which feels most comfortable, creating work to create the illusion of work.

The UKZN Extended Learning's Microsoft Project (Introduction and Advanced) programmes are designed to provide delegates with sufficient contemporary project management skills.

Leading South Africa is like sprinting in a fog barefoot and running over thorns, according to Nick Binedell, Strategy Professor and Founding Director of the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS).

The time has come to check whether the benefits of teamwork still outweigh the costs.

Give your workers autonomy. Everyone hates a micromanager. Empowered employees are more satisfied, committed and creative than those kept on a tight leash.

Employees at all levels of seniority should understand the importance of respect within the organisation.

For many companies, uniting leaders to carry out the organisational agenda is a struggle.

Leaders need to learn how to intelligently and competently manage and resolve conflict when it raises its ugly head.