How to Deal with Bullying in Hospital Environments

  Hospitals – very few people like them, yet many of us will be a resident at one time or another. Even though hospitals can be sources of great joy, places where babies are born, miracles happen and lives are saved, they also represent sickness, injury, death, and some pretty ordinary food! The people who […]

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When Workplace Relationships Go Wrong

  Given how much time employees spend at work every week, it is hardly surprising that romantic relationships develop in the workplace. But what happens when a romance is inappropriate, or attraction crosses the line into sexual harassment? inappropriate vs unlawful While there is nothing illegal about a workplace relationship between two consenting adults, in […]

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Issues with Intoxicated or Hungover Staff? What to do

  Most adults like to indulge in the use of alcohol from time to time. Some even like to partake a little more frequently – which is generally not problematic, in the privacy of one’s own home and social sphere. But occasionally problems with alcohol or even drug consumption can creep into the workplace, with […]

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Failing to Involve HR and Other Investigation Mistakes

  Being able to conduct a competent workplace investigation is essential for employers, especially when allegations of bullying, misconduct or inappropriate office behaviour are made. Mistakes made during an investigation may result in serious consequences, including legal action. Let’s take a look at the basics of an investigation, and some key mistakes to avoid. WHy […]

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Identifying a Toxic Worker

  Getting the mix of personalities in the workplace right can be extremely challenging. Creating a harmonious workplace is difficult at the best of times, and if a toxic personality is thrown into the equation, it can disturb the equilibrium of the workplace. Let’s take a look at how you can identify and deal with […]

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Why Compulsory Mediation is Doomed to Fail

  Mediation can offer effective resolution of workplace disputes. It’s a fair process that allows parties to be heard and encourages them to find a resolution both sides are satisfied with. Mediation should only be used when parties are willing to discuss their differences. In the case of a bullying complaint, an investigation is required […]

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Managing Relationships in the Workplace

  Anyone who has been following the news recently will be aware that scandalous sexual relationships in the workplace have become something of a common theme. The stories of Seven West Chief Executive, Tim Worner and his former executive assistant (a relationship which ended in legal action), the forced resignations of senior AFL executives over […]

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