We all know that the benefits of humour in the workplace are that it can alleviate stress and create a more relaxed atmosphere, helping employees cope with pressure and challenges; but we always need to be wary of the type of humour. Jokes that worked circa 1950-1999...
It’s crazy to think that ageism in the Australian workplace remains a significant issue, with many older workers facing discrimination in hiring, promotion, and retention. The perception of being “too old” can vary widely depending on industry, company...
With A-list celebrities from Hollywood, such as Keira Knightley, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Carey Mulligan, and director Emerald Fennell, having signed an open letter urging the UK’s creative industries to end bullying and bad behaviour in the entertainment sector,...
When an employee thinks they’re the employer, you have a recipe for ego-mad disaster with a workplace derailment imminent. So, what can a manager do when their newly hired employee starts calling the shots like a boss? During meetings. In front of stakeholders. Firing...
This recent piece on Women’s Agenda by writer Caroline Z had us thinking deeply about an intriguing quandary surrounding promotions in the workplace and whether we go for them – plus the ramifications or stigma if we knock one back! “Not all employees want to...
