The Future of Tools...
Workplace Solutions = The Tools We use
"Organizations do not change, people do, and they change organizations" Paul Walsh
Operations Management Division
Services Include :
Full Spectrum Organization Scanning : Comprehensive analysis of an organization's structure, processes, and culture.
Psychometric Testing : Assessment of individuals' personality traits, cognitive abilities, and behavioural styles.
Talent Screening and Acquisition : Identifying, assessing, and acquiring top talent for organizations.
Personal Development Planning : Tailored plans to enhance employees' skills, performance, and career growth.
Executive Mentoring : One-on-one guidance and support for senior executives to enhance leadership skills.
Change Management : Assisting organizations in navigating and implementing successful change initiatives.
Employee Engagement Strategies : Developing programs and initiatives to boost employee morale, satisfaction, and loyalty.
Diversity and Inclusion Consulting : Promoting inclusive workplace cultures and strategies to foster diversity.
Leadership Development : Training and coaching programs to develop effective leadership skills.
Performance Management : Designing systems and processes to evaluate and improve employee performance.
Team Building and Collaboration : Facilitating activities and workshops to enhance teamwork and collaboration.
Employee Well-being Programmes : Implementing initiatives to support employee well-being and work-life balance.
Succession Planning : Identifying and developing future leaders within an organization.
Talent Retention Strategies : Implementing strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent.
Workforce Training and Development : Delivering customized training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
Cultural Assessment Scanning
"The Future will not shape us, we will shape the Future."
Hiring Research
Our comprehensive 24-hour lecture series on personal effectiveness towards employment, specifically written for University College Cork, has been refined into a high-impact personal stratagem programme. This programme, written and developed by us, covers essential elements such as personal impression management, personal development stratagem, personality profiling, motivation analysis, and emotional intelligence. Our goal is to identify key marginal differences that ensure the candidate's success in a highly competitive future ready job market.
As part of our offering, our research and extensive experience in industry has equipped us with the ability to screen and rank applicant candidates for hiring firms. We present these candidates to the hiring organization with a screening report that accurately reflects their skills, potential, and cultural fit. This added level of screening and evaluation helps organizations make highly informed decisions and select the best future ready candidate accurately for the job.
The overall aim of the programme is to augment/assess the potency of job candidates and drive them towards best fit positions. Our stratagem programme is designed to deliver a comprehensive solution that impresses recruitment firms and hiring managers seeking future-ready individuals. The impact of technology, specifically AI and automation, on professional positions is undeniable. According to recent studies, it is expected that large companies will be shedding traditional jobs and concurrently hiring individuals with a “future ready” 21st century skill set. Partner with us to take your talent acquisition processes to the future ready 21st century level.
Welcome to our professional services for organizational development, where we help you create a culture of adaptability and future-readiness. Your aligned and robust organization will continue to grow and adapt in a rapid change environment.
This is Future Ready.
We understand that the key to future-proofing any organization is not just about technology, but also about people. Our Cultural Assessment Scanning and the Heyward Psyche-Dynamism Assessment are valuable tools that can help you understand your organization's culture and individual personalities to create a more inclusive and future-ready productive environment. By investing in these tools, you can build a resilient and future-proof people driven organization that adapts quickly to change and sustainable success.
At the core of our approach is a cultural analysis and implementation programme that helps your organization become more resilient and future-ready. We understand that flexible planning is a key component, as it prepares you for the uncharted future. That's why our cultural alignment programme takes a detailed exploration into your organization's culture, discovering "Who are we?" and "Who do we want to become?" and importantly" Who do we need to achieve this"?
By aligning your organization with a clear vision and strategy, we can help you achieve sustainable success. We provide crucial data and information at every level of your organization, enabling you to make informed decisions and achieve your goals.
Our approach is designed to provide you with a customized approach that suits your needs, so that you can take concrete steps towards building a future-ready, resilient organization.
Psyche-Dynamism Assessment
The Robert Heyward Psyche-Dynamism indicator assessment not only helps organizations achieve future readiness, but also creates a more productive and inclusive environment. Research has shown that a more diverse and inclusive workforce is more innovative and better equipped to solve complex problems. According to a study published in the Harvard Business Review, employees who feel that their colleagues are different from them, but are still accepted and valued, are more innovative and better equipped to solve complex problems.
The assessment can help to create a more inclusive environment by promoting self-awareness and understanding of personality type preferences. Employees who understand their own personality type preferences and those of their colleagues are better equipped to appreciate and leverage their differences, leading to better teamwork, communication, and collaboration.
Moreover, research has shown that employees who are given opportunities to learn and grow are more engaged and productive. A survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management found that employees who receive regular feedback and development opportunities are more engaged and productive.
Studies have also shown that employees who feel valued and understood are more likely to remain with their organization for the long-term. By investing in the development of their employees through the Robert Heyward Psyche-Dynamism assessment, organizations can create more engaged and dedicated employees, reducing turnover and associated costs. According to a study published in the Journal of Organizational Behaviour, employees who feel valued and understood by their organization are more committed to their job and less likely to leave.
The assessment promotes self-awareness, understanding of personality type preferences, and growth opportunities, leading to better teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Moreover, it helps to create an overall progressive inclusive culture, which is essential for long-term success.
What we do:
We support organizations hiring future ready people
Contact Paul – Mail: paul@thefutureofwork.ie Phone: 087 096 1761 Line: 051 293 171
"Having a future ready strategy is not about predicting the future, it is about distinguishing possibilities from probabilities. It is calculated decision-making that creates a sustainable strategy". Paul Walsh
Future Ready—Raising the Horizontal Bar On the T
The T Shaped Professional
As businesses navigate through an ever-evolving landscape, the need for professionals who possess a unique blend of skills and expertise has become increasingly important. The concept of a "T-shaped" professional has emerged as a model for success in today's rapidly changing world. These individuals possess a depth of knowledge and expertise in a specific field or discipline, represented by the vertical "stem" of the T. However, they also have a breadth of skills and knowledge in other areas, represented by the horizontal "bar" of the T.
In addition to their technical abilities, T-shaped professionals are 21st century ready and possess a range of skills that enable them to thrive in complex and dynamic environments. They have high emotional intelligence, adaptability, strong communication skills, and resilience. They are also cross-culturally competent, with the ability to effectively navigate and manage their own emotions and those of others.
T-shaped professionals can adapt to changing circumstances and environments, effectively communicate with a variety of people in different situations, and bounce back from difficulties to continue progressing. They are able to work effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds, and have the ability to lead teams and projects. They are also critical thinkers and problem solvers, constantly seeking out new knowledge and skills to improve themselves and their abilities.
These professionals are future-ready, displaying organic intelligence and understanding the progressive culture distinctions in employer branding. At our management consultancy, we recognize the value of T-shaped professionals and work with organizations to identify, develop, and retain these individuals. By investing in these professionals, businesses can create a sustainable competitive advantage and be better prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.
What We Deliver To Organizations Hiring Outcomes
We understand that hiring the right talent is crucial for the success of any organization. That's why we offer a comprehensive and value-adding recruitment solution designed to help you hire top-tier talent, while minimizing costs and reducing the time and resources required.
Our recruitment solution includes both interview and psychometric testing, providing a screening and ranking list of the most suitable candidates for your organization. Our process goes beyond just technical skills and experience, assessing the candidate's fit with your company values, mission, and objectives. We believe that this culture fit assessment is critical in ensuring a long-term fit and success in your organization.
Our recruitment solution also identifies future-ready skills and readiness for success in your organization. We understand that the future of work is constantly evolving, and it's important to hire candidates who are adaptable, resilient, and have the potential to grow and develop with your organization.
By streamlining the hiring process, our solution reduces the time and resources required, improving the overall efficiency of your hiring process. Our comprehensive understanding of each candidate also minimizes hiring malfunctions, giving you confidence in your selection.
Our recruitment solution also minimizes costs associated with traditional hiring methods, improving opening to closure rates. By providing the tools to succeed in your hiring efforts, you can minimize costs and improve the overall quality of hires.
We are committed to helping you optimize your hiring process for cost efficiency and right-first-time hiring. Contact us today to learn more about how our recruitment solution can help you hire top-tier talent and achieve your organizational objectives.
How we do it
Firmly committed to the principle that the most effective recruitment is conducted by human beings for human beings
Dedicated to continuously refining methods and strategies to provide clients with a distinct competitive edge in recruitment/ hiring process
We provide customized solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client
Ensure clients are able to find the best candidates for their organization
Focus on human-centred approach to create long-term, mutually beneficial value-add relationships with clients
The 21st Century Professional:
We are focused on helping organizations thrive in the 21st century, we understand that the demands placed on professionals have evolved significantly. The 21st century professional must possess a diverse range of skills and qualities to succeed in today's complex and rapidly changing business environment.
We believe that the 21st century professional must have strong leadership skills and the ability to drive results within an organization. They must be able to think strategically and plan for long-term success, while also demonstrating adaptability and comfort with ambiguity and uncertainty.
The 21st century professional must possess a clear vision for the organization and the ability to inspire others to achieve shared goals. They must also be culturally aligned with the company's values, culture, and mission, and possess technical expertise, ethics, and integrity.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for effective collaboration and the ability to articulate complex ideas. The 21st century professional must also demonstrate creativity and innovation, intellectual curiosity, and problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Change management abilities, business development experience, and a global mindset are also critical for success in today's business environment. Additionally, the 21st century professional must possess emotional intelligence, people development skills, and sustainability awareness.
We believe that the 21st century professional must also have familiarity with digital transformation and possess a high internal locus of control, meaning they believe they can control the outcomes of their actions.
Our consultancy is committed to helping organizations develop and attract 21st century professionals who possess these essential skills and qualities. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you build a team of high-performing professionals for the future of your organization.
What Is The Most Critical Trait In A Future Ready Candidate?
We often get asked this question and the answer surprises most people. It is not EQ, our research when developing the module on Personal Effectiveness Towards Employment for UCC suggested the following.
The Importance of Intellectual Curiosity in Identifying Future-Ready Candidates:
Indicates a candidate's drive to continually learn, explore new ideas, and seek out knowledge
Essential in identifying future-ready talent who are adaptable, innovative, and forward-thinking
Helps quickly absorb new information and adjust to changing circumstances
Increases potential to find creative solutions to problems
Brings a fresh perspective and innovative ideas to the organization
Indicates potential to continuously learn and adapt, making the candidate a valuable asset
Maximize chances of success by including an assessment of intellectual curiosity in the recruitment process