Optential

We Create a Flourishing Workforce

We combine HR best practices with practical psychology to help people and businesses grow.

For Organisations

Each stage of growth demands a different focus and set of actions.

Step 1: At Optential, our first objective is to gain a clear understanding of your business through a comprehensive HR audit: identifying what’s already in place and where the gaps lie.

Step 2: Using these insights, combined with our expertise and experience, we craft a tailored HR strategy that aligns seamlessly with your overall business goals.

Step 3: From there, we partner with you to design a practical action plan and support you in executing it, ensuring your people and processes are set up to drive sustainable growth. This support can take on various formats, from becoming your own HR Team to working on various Projects with the focus on any of the following:

Culture

  • Development of a Company Mission/Vision/Ambition
  • Development of Company Values and Behaviours
  • Development and Implementation of Values in Action Initiatives and Team Building Activities
  • Communication/Awareness Toolkits
  • Development of Values Playbook and Training on Company Values
  • Flourishing and Engagement Assessments and Action Plans

Org Design

  • Org Structure Set Up and Job Descriptions
  • Succession Planning including Talent Profiles

Legislation / Compliance

  • Employment Contracts and Files
  • Employment Equity Submissions
  • Skills Development Submissions
  • POPIA and PAIA Compliance
  • Policies Development
  • Health and Safety

Attracting the Right Talent

  • Development of Employer Brand and Employer Value Proposition
  • Job Scope Development
  • Recruitment Process Management
  • Onboarding/Offboarding and Probation Program

Psychometric Assessments

  • Ability, Personality and Competency Assessments for the purposes of Recruitment, Succession and Development

Development

  • Competence Development Framework (CAP)
  • Management Development Program (Entry Level Managers)
  • Team Development Program (Team Dynamics)

Performance Management

  • Development of a Performance Management Program
  • Tools on Managing Non-performance

Remuneration

  • Job Grading and Salary Benchmarking
  • Incentive Scheme Development
  • Remuneration Strategy Development

Recognition

  • Development of a Recognition Program
  • Launch of Recognition Program

For Emerging Professionals

Bridging the gap between academia and the world of work

At Optential, we believe every emerging professional has the potential to shine. Our programmes are designed to equip you not just with skills, but with confidence, clarity, and the mindset to thrive in the workplace and beyond.

  • Industrial Psychology Internship Programmes – gain meaningful experience and bring your knowledge to life in real-world business settings.
  • Work Readiness Program: The Graduate Toolbox
    • Step confidently into your career with the Graduate Toolbox, a structured program designed to equip emerging professionals with the skills, insights, and confidence to succeed in the workplace. Through this focused journey of self-discovery, you will identify your strengths and development areas using a psychometric assessment and work closely with a coach to translate these insights into actionable growth. The program further includes a mock interview experience, enabling youto practice and refine your professional presence in a supportive environment with key learnings captured throughout, helping you understand the do’s and don’ts as you launch your career. Upon completion, you will receive a comprehensive reference highlighting your achievements and development during the program, and we actively support your career progression by presenting you to potential employers for suitable opportunities.
  • Mock Interview and Interview Skills Coaching – master the art of presenting your strengths and making a lasting impact during any interview.

We’re here to guide you, empower you, and help you take bold steps toward a career that reflects your true potential. Your journey starts here; and the possibilities are limitless.

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