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Culture & Engagement
24 / 03 / 2026

Autonomy motivates. But does it also make us more productive?

“Give employees autonomy.” It’s a phrase we hear more and more often. Space, trust and involvement are no longer optional. They have become key drivers of engagement and retention. But another question remains: What does… Autonomy motivates. But does it also make us more productive?
Experience - Expertise - Quintessence
Competency & Talent
22 / 01 / 2026

Experienced? Yes. Expert and competent? That is something else.

TL;DR: Experience is not the same as expertise. Research shows that years of experience are a weak predictor of job performance. True expertise develops through deliberate learning, reflection and high-quality, relevant… Experienced? Yes. Expert and competent? That is something else.
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