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5 Signs Your Team May Have a Skills Gap (And What You Can Do About It)
Every organisation wants a capable, confident team that can adapt, solve problems and perform at its best. But what happens when performance isn't quite where it should be?
Published on 10th of Jul 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

The New Workplace Skills Gap: Why Human Skills Matter More Than Ever
A few years ago, many workplace conversations about Artificial Intelligence centred around one question: "Will AI replace jobs?"
Published on 19th of Jun 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

What Is Your Wobbly Wheel?
You know that shopping trolley with the wobbly wheel? The one that rattles and pulls slightly to one side.
Published on 5th of Jun 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

The Enneagram: Nine Ways of Seeing the World (and Why It is So Fascinating)
Have you ever met someone and wondered, "How can we be looking at the exact same situation and seeing completely different things"?
Published on 29th of May 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

The Office Zoo: A Completely Unofficial Field Guide
You're sitting in a meeting. It's been... what, an hour? Maybe more. Someone's still talking, the coffee's not doing what it promised to do and your brain quietly slips out the side door for a minute.
Published on 17th of Apr 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

The Fine Line of Customer Service and Why It Matters
Customer service sounds simple when you talk about it in theory. Be helpful. Be polite. Solve the problem. That's the version most companies aim for, and on a good day, it works.
Published on 27th of Mar 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Imposter Syndrome at Work: Why You Feel It (and How to Move Through It)
You can be good at your job. Experienced. Capable. Even trusted by others... and still quietly feel like you’re winging it most of the time.
Published on 20th of Mar 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Leadership Readiness: Why Capable People Still Struggle to Lead
Most organisations don't sit in a boardroom one day and say, "We have a leadership problem." What usually happens is quieter...
Published on 27th of Feb 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Beyond Policy: Understanding Harassment and Bullying at Work
Harassment and bullying in the workplace are often misunderstood. Many people imagine extreme situations, but in reality these behaviours are usually subtle, ongoing, and easy to dismiss in the moment. A comment here, a tone there, being repeatedly excluded, or feeling undermined in meetings. Over time, these experiences can have a significant impact on both individuals and the workplace as a whole.
Published on 20th of Feb 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

When Outcomes Do Not Meet Expectations: What Happens Next
There will always be moments when things don't go as planned... An initiative doesn't gain traction. A campaign underperforms. A decision doesn't deliver the results everyone hoped for. Even with effort, experience, and good intentions, outcomes sometimes fall short.
Published on 6th of Feb 2026 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Finish Big: The Leadership Lesson That Changed How I Build Teams
Every now and again, a piece of information so simple and so logical crosses your path that it changes the way you make decisions from that point forward.
Published on 23rd of Jan 2026 by Debbie Engelbrecht [ read more ]

AI in the Workplace: How to Use AI Without Losing the Human Touch
If there's one workplace conversation that's impossible to ignore right now, it's AI. Companies of all sizes, from small businesses to large corporates, are exploring how artificial intelligence can improve productivity, reduce admin overload, streamline communication, and support smarter decision-making.
Published on 5th of Dec 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

When the Workplace Stops Being Safe: The GBV and Harassment Crisis
Every day across South Africa, people arrive at work expecting to contribute, earn a living, and be treated with dignity. But for far too many, the reality falls short. Workplaces are failing in one of their most basic responsibilities: keeping employees safe from harassment, intimidation, and violence.
Published on 21st of Nov 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Here Is What You Need to Know as We Wrap Up 2025
It's that time of year when teams are wrapping up projects, reflecting on their progress, and preparing for a fresh start in 2026. At Staff Training, we're doing the same... finalising workshops, assisting with last bookings, and already planning for the year ahead.
Published on 14th of Nov 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

The Future-Proof Employee: Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Changing Workplace
The modern workplace is evolving faster than ever before. Technology, remote work, and global shifts in how we define productivity have changed the way we work, collaborate, and measure success...
Published on 7th of Nov 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Work-Life Balance: Navigating Guilt and Boundaries
In today's fast-paced work culture, "work-life balance" often feels like a buzzword rather than a reality. Yet, it's more critical than ever... not just for our productivity, but for our mental, emotional, and physical health. But let's be honest: even when we know we should switch off, many of us struggle with guilt.
Published on 31st of Oct 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Emotional Intelligence Might Be the Most Underrated Skill You Will Ever Learn
We all know that one person at work who just seems to handle things better. They stay calm under pressure, get along with everyone, and somehow manage to turn tense situations around. It’s not luck or personality... It's emotional intelligence.
Published on 17th of Oct 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Training That Works: How Real Growth Happens in the Workplace
Imagine you're trying to keep up with a fast-moving train. If you stop learning, the world speeds ahead and you're left at the station. For companies, that means less innovation, lower morale, higher turnover. For employees, it means feeling stuck, falling behind, maybe even losing out on opportunities.
Published on 10th of Oct 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Two Coaching Models You Will Actually Use
When you hear the words "coaching models", it might sound like something straight out of a management textbook... Complicated diagrams, corporate jargon, and lots of buzzwords. But the truth is, the best coaching models are surprisingly simple. In fact, two of the most popular ones, GROW and OSCAR, are easy to remember, easy to use, and can be applied in your day-to-day work.
Published on 3rd of Oct 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

Guarding Your Mental Health in a World That Feels Heavy
It feels like every time we open our phones, we're met with another wave of headlines that leave us shaken. Violence, tragedy, political turmoil (both local and international) often right alongside the everyday noise of memes and holiday and weekend snaps. The sheer contrast can be jarring, and the constant exposure? Overwhelming.
Published on 12th of Sep 2025 by Staff Writer [ read more ]

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