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View all featured posts, articles by Rudy Crous, (Corporate Psychologist, Compono CEO and Co-founder), or filter below for your desired topic.

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Does training improve performance in modern teams?

Yes, training improves performance, but only under specific conditions: it targets a real skill gap, matches how the individual naturally works, and gets applied on the job quickly with leadership support. Generic, untargeted training rarely moves...

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Choosing the right pre-employment assessment software

Pre-employment assessment software evaluates candidates on skills, cognitive ability and work personality before you hire, so decisions rest on...

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HR data analytics: how to build high-performing teams

HR data analytics is no longer just a buzzword for the tech-savvy – it is the cornerstone of modern people strategy. In today’s workplace, the...

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How talent analytics software transforms modern hiring

Talent analytics software collects and analyses workforce data so HR and business leaders can make hiring, engagement and development decisions on...

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Strategic HR software: how to transform your people strategy

Modern HR leadership is no longer just about managing spreadsheets or processing payroll – it is about becoming a true architect of business growth....

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Choosing the best ATS for mid-market organisations

The best applicant tracking system (ATS) for a mid-market organisation depends on what you need it to do. If the priority is administrative workflows...

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GDPR HR software: protecting your people and data

GDPR-compliant HR software is a system that lets you prove, rather than assert, that employee and candidate data is collected for a stated purpose,...

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Understanding BambooHR limitations for growing teams

BambooHR is a well-regarded HRIS for core people administration: employee records, leave tracking and the paperwork of running a team. The...

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Best hospital recruitment software for ANZ healthcare

The best hospital recruitment software for ANZ healthcare providers combines high-volume applicant tracking with automated clinical credential checks...

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Best approach to hiring in community and private hospitals

The best approach to hiring in community and private hospitals requires a dual focus on clinical competency and cultural alignment to mitigate...

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Full Research: Latest HR & Talent Statistics (August 2026)

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7 Free Personality Tests for Employees to Boost Engagement

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How to post job ads on LinkedIn: A step-by-step guide for HR managers

To post a job ad on LinkedIn: log into your company Page, go to the Jobs section and select the...
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The complete guide to employee onboarding: best practices for 2025

Employee onboarding best practices come down to four things: start before day one, structure the...
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What is a Job Description? Understanding Its Importance and Components

A job description is a formal document that sets out a role's purpose, essential duties,...
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HRIS system: complete guide to human resource information systems

An HRIS (human resource information system) is software that stores all employee data and automates...
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Understanding Performance Evaluation Bias for HR Managers

Last reviewed August 2026 Bias in performance appraisal is a systematic error in judgement that...
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