Stop Calling It “People & Culture” — HR Isn’t Your Culture Fixer
At GLS, we’re genuinely confused by the trend of rebranding Human Resources to “People & Culture.” We get the ‘People’ part, that’s been the heart of HR since forever. But ‘Culture’?…
The Org Chart Was Invented in 1854: Why Are We Still Using It Like It’s 1854?
Most people don’t know this, but the first org chart was created in 1854 by a railway manager trying to keep track of train operations across England. It made sense…
Remote or Office? You’re Asking the Wrong Question
In 2020, remote work became the default overnight.What began as a crisis response soon revealed unexpected upsides: no commutes, flexible schedules, and surprising bursts of productivity.Many leaders were pleasantly surprised.…
Why Your Workplace Isn’t Broken: It’s Built That Way
The complaints that don’t make it to the boardroom.The problems flagged again and again, only to be patched with a smile and a sticky note.The meetings that end with, “Let’s…
Happiness at Work: From Dreaded Obligation to Strategic Opportunity
Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s just work, nobody loves it”? It’s one of those beliefs we often accept without questioning. But what if we did? What if we…
What Netflix Can Teach You About Feedback: The 4A Method
Let’s face it. Feedback is one of those things we all know we should give and receive more often, but rarely feel equipped to do well. It can feel awkward,…
The Leadership Tightrope: Balancing Business Goals and People’s Needs
A leader is a tightrope walker. On one end, there are business objectives: profitability, efficiency, and strategy. On the other, there’s the team: their motivation, well-being, and growth. Prioritizing only…
The Secret to Sustainable Change: Why Most Transformations Fail and How to Succeed
Change is essential for growth, yet research consistently shows that most organizational change initiatives fail. A study by Towers Watson found that only 25% of change initiatives succeed in the…
Talent Retention: The Key to Building a Strong Company Culture
Retention starts long before your people consider leaving—it begins the moment they walk through your door. Yet, many organizations overlook this and resort to reactive measures when employees threaten to…
Leadership: A Role, Not a Title
There’s a common misconception that leadership is defined by a title or a position. Too often, we equate the term “leader” with someone who holds power or authority. Someone with…