Author name: Karlie Cremin

Strategies to downplay or conceal destructive management behaviour, instead of preventing it, appear to be widespread in the South Australian Public Sector, a new report reveals. The report, by the South Australian Independent Commissioner Against Corruption, said that employees reported widespread use of systems used to avoid scrutiny of misconduct, including the following: – bullying […]

Brené Brown’s story and success in uncovering and promoting courage, vulnerability, shame and empathy have inspired millions to embrace new thinking. Research professor, Dr Brené Brown believes the future of work belongs to leaders who are brave and bold. The Texan is best known for her 2010 TED talk, The Power of Vulnerability, which still

Should employees have a “reasonable expectation of privacy” around their social media posts instead of fearing unfair dismissal? An employee’s “reasonable expectation of privacy” is being given greater weighting than previously in tribunal decisions involving claims of unfair dismissal. This is the key finding of a recent study by Macquarie University’s Louise Thornthwaite of decisions

A recent survey of “generation Z” (16 to 25 years old) people has produced a wide variety of responses to questions about employment. Results that stood out, however, included widespread anxiety about future work prospects and fear of financial insecurity. A need for face-to-face feedback about their work and regular personal contact with co-workers were

International Flexible Working Day (22 May) provides a great opportunity to celebrate and showcase the benefits of flexible work for both people and organisations. The day also marks a call to action to tackle ‘flexism’. Flexible working requires flexible mindsets and flexible work styles. It is about people working in ways that allow them to

In the pursuit of growth and productivity, Australian workplaces have exhausted staff morale and decimated effort levels, with employees now on the brink of burnout and ready to quit, according to Gartner. Data from Gartner’s Q1 2019 Global Talent Monitor reveals that discretionary effort levels – the willingness to go above and beyond at work