Jasmine’s HRM blog
The Great Sri Lankan Brain Drain: Why Are Talented Professionals Leaving?
Byadmin
April 1, 2025
HR
Sri Lanka is experiencing a significant talent exodus, with skilled professionals seeking opportunities abroad. From IT specialists to healthcare workers, the country is losing some of its brightest…
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Quiet Quitting: A Wake-Up Call for HR?
Byadmin
March 31, 2025
HR
Quiet quitting is a workplace trend where employees meet the bare minimum job requirements without going beyond their assigned duties. Unlike traditional resignations, quiet quitters remain in their…
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Pay Transparency: A Game Changer or a Disaster Waiting to Happen?
Byadmin
March 29, 2025
HR
Did you know that in countries like Norway, transparent pay policies have led to a drastic reduction in wage gaps (Enskog, 2023)? What if this could work for your organization? In recent years, the…
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The Four-Day Workweek: A Productivity Booster or a Costly Mistake?
Byadmin
March 28, 2025
HR
Imagine having a three-day weekend every week sounds like a dream, right? The four-day workweek is quickly gaining traction around the world, with companies and even entire countries testing the…
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Employee Mental Health in Sri Lanka: A Taboo Topic in HR?
Byadmin
March 27, 2025
HR
Employee mental health is increasingly recognized as a crucial component of workplace well-being worldwide. However, in Sri Lanka, discussions around mental health remain largely stigmatized…
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The Peter Principle: Why People Get Promoted Until They Reach Incompetence
Byadmin
March 25, 2025
HR
Ever wondered why some managers seem completely unqualified for their roles? You’re not alone. In many organizations, employees are promoted based on their past performance rather than their ability…
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Can Money Truly Motivate Employees? How Much Is Enough?
Byadmin
March 19, 2025
HR
Money has long been considered a key driver of employee motivation. Competitive salaries, bonuses, and financial perks play a crucial role in attracting and retaining talent. But is money enough to…
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Generational Conflict at Work: Boomers vs. Gen Z in Sri Lankan Offices
Byadmin
March 17, 2025
HR
Imagine this: A senior executive in his 60s is busy drafting an email on his desktop computer, while a 24-year-old team member, fresh out of university, is texting her colleagues on Slack, using…
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The Hawthorne Effect: Do Employees Work Harder When They are Watched?
Byadmin
March 15, 2025
HR
Imagine this: A manager walks into the office, and suddenly, everyone looks busier. Emails are typed faster, meetings sound more productive, and even the office coffee machine seems to work overtime…
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Women in Leadership: Are Sri Lankan Workplaces Truly Inclusive?
Byadmin
March 7, 2025
HR,Uncategorized
Sri Lanka has a legacy of producing powerful female leaders from Sirimavo Bandaranaike, the world’s first female Prime Minister, to modern-day corporate trailblazers breaking barriers (BBC…
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