Newsletter January 2023

Our latest research report from our partner Gartner? is your all-things strategy guide. Whilst everything is pointing towards a really tough economic climate, we should not lose sight of the opportunities that can also unfold during difficult times. The "Gartner? Top Strategic Predictions for 2023 and Beyond" is well worth the read.

Our European followers tracking the retail sector will appreciate this piece on navigating rising inflation and the associated challenges.?

We have deep insight and experience in the mining sector and look forward to meeting with partners and clients at the upcoming Mining Indaba 2023 being held in Cape Town from 6-9 February. Let us know if you’d like to connect in person.

We often talk about a disengaged workforce and its impact on organisations, but do you know what signs to look out for? In the last section of the Newsletter, we list some key ones we’re helping our clients navigate. You may recognise one or many of these in your current workplace. Wherever you are, start here, we have a platform plan to get you started (small if needed) and a team to help guide your strategy.

Mental Health and Wellness will continue to be a key theme that we track during the year. You can look forward to softer content and more helpful tools to help you take care of your employees, both connected and frontline. We’re ending this edition of Frontline with curated playlists to help boost your productivity and make work more fun.

Let’s connect,

Merel

A Simple “How are you?”?to a co-worker can go a?long way

When people feel like part of a community at work, they are more productive, motivated, engaged and 3.5 times more likely to work to their fullest potential, according to HBR’s research at the Center for Talent Innovation. Read more

According to the WHO “an estimated 12 billion working days are lost every year to depression and anxiety at a cost of US$ 1-trillion per year in lost productivity.” We share some building blocks you can put in place to improve the mental health of your employees, thus boosting productivity. Read more

Across the European continent, double-digit inflation has disrupted people’s lives and livelihoods, and consumers are feeling the pain at the cash registers. With inflation at record highs throughout Europe, retailers are under more pressure than ever. Those quick to act and follow a holistic approach will be well-positioned to weather this storm. Read more

7 Best Music Playlists that?Influence Productivity

We want to set the tone for 2023 with some very cool tunes. According to science, music has an impact on our productivity. Let us know what your favourite tunes are! Tune in

Indicators of a Disengaged Frontline Workforce

How do you know if your frontline workers are disengaged? There are always these tell-tale signs. If you’re currently or anticipate experiencing any of these, it’s time to take action!

Talk to an expert to find out more about how Wyzetalk can help unleash the full potential of your workforce!