It might sound counterintuitive, but ignoring your instincts can improve workplace communication. This is because humans are wired to avoid conflict, which hinders their ability to initiate the challenging conversations that form part of the day-to-day workplace, says HR Daily Community blogger Tammy Tansley.
A recent corruption investigation into claims an employee circumvented a formal recruitment arrangement to line his own pockets provides a warning for all HR professionals, says HR Daily Community member Hannah Gartrell.
Most businesses recognise the importance of culture, but they don't know where to start measuring such a complex, multi-layered thing, according to HR Daily Community member Alistair Kerr.
An employee's sleeping habits might seem like a personal issue, but HR Daily Community member Alicia McCarty warns sleep has now crossed into the employment domain - and HR needs to take note.
Poor internal communication can cripple an organisation more effectively than anything else, says HR Daily Community blogger Colin Harrison, and he warns employers that fail to invest in people skills do so at their peril.
Most people have been part of a team with someone who is "just a pain", but there are myriad reasons why an employee might be difficult, says HR Daily Community blogger Tammy Tansley.
Employers should tread carefully when responding to "serious misconduct", and ensure the employee's action clearly fits the definition, says HR Daily Community blogger Shane Koelmeyer.
Some employers have successfully stepped up to the task of managing psychosocial safety, but in many other workplaces, initiatives are falling flat. Join us for an HR Daily webinar to understand what's holding back progress in this critical space and how to move forward.
