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Unit 10: Vocabulary
- Onboarding (noun) – The process of integrating a new employee into an organization.
- Up-skilling (noun/verb) – The process of learning new skills or teaching workers new skills.
- Appraisal (noun) – An expert assessment or evaluation of an employee’s performance.
- Attrition (noun) – The departure of employees without immediate replacement.
- Furlough (noun/verb) – A temporary leave of absence granted to an employee, usually due to economic conditions.
- Inclusivity (noun) – The practice or policy of providing equal access and opportunities to all people.
- Morale (noun) – The degree of confidence and enthusiasm felt by a team or workforce.
- Remuneration (noun) – Money paid for work or a service; compensation package.
- Pip (Performance Improvement Plan) (noun) – A structured plan designed to help an employee overcome performance deficits.
- Workplace Culture (noun) – The shared values, belief systems, attitudes, and set of assumptions that people in a workplace share.
Speaking Prompts
- How can companies optimize remote onboarding so new hires feel welcomed and connected?
- Why is up-skilling existing staff critical during rapid technological changes like AI implementation?
- How often should managers conduct performance appraisals to maintain open communication?
- What impact does high employee attrition have on remaining team members’ workloads?
- Under what circumstances might a company choose a furlough over permanent layoffs?
- What concrete steps can organizations take to foster genuine inclusivity in leadership roles?
- How does clear communication from top management directly affect overall employee morale?
- What components, besides base salary, make a remuneration package attractive to top talent?
- How should a manager handle the delicate process of placing an employee on a PIP?
- How would you describe your ideal workplace culture, and how do you help build it?
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