The Secrets of Highly Efficient People

Why do some people outperform their peers by up to 40 percent? Why are some professionals more efficient at work than others? Why do some offer solutions, while others just complain and point fingers? IESE’s Pablo Maella analyzes the foundations of personal and organizational productivity through six variables.

Remuneration Tips for a More Motivated Workforce

A variable remuneration scheme can create value or, if it is poorly designed and implemented, destroy it. When it discourages rather than motivates employees, not only do you fail to achieve the expected results, but you pay extra for something that is detrimental to the company. IESE’s Pablo Maella offers recommendations aimed at strengthening the incentive effect.

Putting HR at the Heart of Business

It is generally accepted that financial and marketing policies have a decisive impact on a company’s bottom line. When it comes to HR policies, however, businesses often question their real value. In this article, Pablo Maella explains how an effective HR strategy can affect a company’s earnings, and offers tips on how to design such an approach.

Six Steps for Optimizing Personal Efficiency

While much attention is paid to the influence of external factors on worker efficiency levels, surprisingly little is paid to the role of individuals themselves. In his working paper, IESE’s Pablo Maella reminds us that a business is only as efficient as those working for it, and he suggests practical ways in which individuals can boost their levels of personal efficiency.