Employee Development & HR Management Essentials
Understanding Employee Training
Training is an organized activity designed to increase the knowledge and skills of employees for a definite purpose. It involves systematic procedures for transferring technical know-how to employees, enabling them to perform specific jobs with proficiency. Through training programs, trainees acquire technical knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Key Purposes and Benefits of Training
- Imparting basic knowledge and skills to new entrants.
- Assisting employees
Understanding Bank Services: Transfers, Debits, and More
Understanding Common Bank Services
Fixed Monthly Payment: A fixed amount agreed upon between a minimum and maximum. For example, a fixed amount of €300 from a minimum of €30 and a maximum of €900. The interest cost is zero for all payment methods, while other methods bear the same monthly interest rate of between 1% and 1.85% (APR 12.68% and 24.6%). Fees are established according to the method of payment and card use in ATMs and branches of the same or a different network or system (Visa, Mastercard,
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Addressing Plastic Pollution: A Global Imperative
Plastic has become an integral part of our daily lives, yet its pervasive use has drawn significant criticism. Addressing its devastating environmental impact must be a crucial objective for governments and society worldwide. Reducing daily plastic consumption, while challenging, is essential. Firstly, countless scientific studies demonstrate that reducing plastic use requires a fundamental shift in our thinking and habits. Furthermore, an experiment
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Leadership and Management Essentials
Core Leadership Concepts
- Describe
- Diagnose
- Prescribe: What change
- Act
Leadership Theories and Styles
- Trait Theory vs. Behavioral Theory
- Agile Leadership
- Authentic Leadership
- Transformational Leadership
- Servant Leadership
- Charismatic Leadership
Emotional Intelligence (EI) in Leadership
- Self-awareness and Social Awareness
- Self-management and Relationship Management
Addressing EI Deficiencies
When emotional intelligence is lacking, focus on:
- Looking outward and listening more for
Employment Contracts, Dismissals, and Employee Representation
Types of Employment Contracts
- Permanent Contract: An indefinite-term employment agreement.
- Fixed-Term Contract: An agreement for a specific duration or project.
- Indefinite-Term Discontinuous Contract: For work that is permanent but performed intermittently (e.g., seasonal work, or specific to construction).
- Temporary Training Contracts:
- Internship Contract: For practical experience related to studies.
- Apprenticeship Contract: Combines work and training for qualified professionals.
- Contract for Production
Entrepreneurship & Social Impact: Key Insights
Adrià Aymerich – Loading Corp
Entrepreneurship vs. Business Ownership: Adrià Aymerich uses a metaphor to explain the difference: entrepreneurs are like motocross riders (speed, growth, external investment), while business owners are like trail runners (consistent, strategic, long-term, using their own money).
Loading Corp Strategy: Companies grow through internal revenues and self-sustaining operations (bootstrap). This is a long-distance race requiring persistence over immediate speed. The strategic
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