Blog posts from Milana Lelović

With seven years in the software industry, Milana has honed her skills in HR, finance, and business management. Armed with degrees in political science and psychology, and a Master's in Data Analytics and Management, she's committed to elevating HR to a central strategic role in organizations.

HR in 2026: The trend of not (blindly) following trends
HR in 2026: The trend of not (blindly) following trends

January 16, 2026 — Milana Lelović

HR in 2026: The trend of not (blindly) following trends

Learn smart strategies and understand how HR is evolving in 2026 with a focus on thoughtful decision-making over blindly…

Why companies resist remote work: An interpretation rooted in human nature
Why companies resist remote work: An interpretation rooted in human nature

November 24, 2025 — Milana Lelović

Why companies resist remote work: An interpretation rooted in human nature

Learn why companies resist remote work, driven by psychological biases, cultural concerns, and misconceptions about productivity and…

Freelancing & the legal side: Navigating the essentials
Freelancing & the legal side: Navigating the essentials

November 11, 2025 — Milana Lelović

Freelancing & the legal side: Navigating the essentials

Learn how to legally set up your freelance business, handle taxes, create contracts, manage payments, and protect yourself with insurance—all…

The big decision: Should you quit your job to freelance?
The big decision: Should you quit your job to freelance?

September 10, 2025 — Milana Lelović

The big decision: Should you quit your job to freelance?

Explore the pros and cons, key factors to consider, and how to make the big decision about transitioning from a 9-5 to freelance life.

From Busyness to Real Productivity: Managing Workload
From Busyness to Real Productivity: Managing Workload

September 09, 2025 — Milana Lelović

From Busyness to Real Productivity: Managing Workload

Looking busy won’t get the job done—smart workload management will. Learn strategies to ensure fair task distribution and boost real…

The problems with traditional performance reviews and how to fix them
The problems with traditional performance reviews and how to fix them

September 09, 2025 — Milana Lelović

The problems with traditional performance reviews and how to fix them

Identify key issues with traditional performance reviews and explore solutions to improve employee evaluations, increase engagement,…

The psychology behind email fatigue and how HR can combat it
The psychology behind email fatigue and how HR can combat it

September 05, 2025 — Milana Lelović

The psychology behind email fatigue and how HR can combat it

Let's discover the most effective HR strategies to combat email fatigue and reduce psychological stress in the workplace.

Feeling down after bombing a job application aptitude test? You're not alone
Feeling down after bombing a job application aptitude test? You're not alone

September 04, 2025 — Milana Lelović

Feeling down after bombing a job application aptitude test? You're not alone

Failed aptitude test? Learn why these tests don’t define your potential, their limitations in hiring, and how to bounce back stronger…

Leadership can't be taught, but it can be learned
Leadership can't be taught, but it can be learned

September 04, 2025 — Milana Lelović

Leadership can't be taught, but it can be learned

Learn how leadership is a skill that can't be taught in traditional ways but can be cultivated through experience, self-awareness,…