PME Magazine, June 2026,

Staff are neglected, disaffected and exploited

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What if the health of an organisation were measured by its employees’ ability to grow? In this interview with PME Magazine, Stéphane Haefliger presents his book *The ‘Bonsai’ Syndrome* and develops a powerful metaphor: some companies shape their employees into ‘bonsai’, whilst others allow them to become ‘baobabs’. A thought-provoking reflection on the organisation of […]

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HR in times of crisis: how to navigate uncertainty HR gestion crise RH entreprise

HR in times of crisis: how to navigate uncertainty

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Drawing on his experience of managing a major banking crisis, Stéphane Haefliger shares the lessons he has learnt from leading an organisation facing an extreme situation. He emphasises the importance of trust, integrity, adaptability and leadership when familiar points of reference disappear and decisions must be made in the face of uncertainty.

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