Many of the difficulties employees face at work - from information overload to tensions between co-workers - can be eased with mindfulness training, according to workplace consultancy The Potential Project.
Strong informal processes can prevent many bullying complaints from escalating into full-blown claims and legal action, but only if employers avoid common mistakes with them, says employment lawyer Jordan Tilse.
Employers should assume problem gambling is occurring in their workplace, possibly on company devices, and take measures to limit it, according to a major discussion paper released by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation.
Constant change is the new normal in business, so organisations need to find a way to communicate crucial safety and compliance messages to employees above the din, says communications expert Jonathan Champ.
The challenges of managing work from home and employee flexibility aren't a new phenomenon brought about by the internet - new research shows many aspects of the discussion around 'telework' haven't changed in 40 years.
Communication about safety needs to be specific and promote action; it needs to cut through the 'information overload' facing all workplaces. Watch this webcast to learn how to structure messages about safety and other compliance matters for maximum impact and behaviour change.
Gender transition is an "enormously confronting" issue, but a supportive work environment can literally mean the difference between life or death for employees who are going through - or contemplating - the process, according to Captain Cate McGregor.
A shift away from the "sick note" and towards the "fit note" will be a win for both employers and employees, says the head of Melbourne healthcare business UHG, but employers need to negotiate to have greater involvement in the employee-doctor relationship.
There's still a lot of stigma towards mental health in the workplace, but employers and HR can do a range of things to be role models in this area, according to workplace health and safety specialist Christina Willcox.
When an employer receives a complaint or becomes aware of a conduct issue, it's not always appropriate to go down a traditional disciplinary path. This HR Daily Premium Q&A will discuss alternative options and how to determine which is best in various circumstances.
Recent constructive dismissal claims highlight the risks involved in accepting a resignation from an employee who is experiencing mental health issues. Watch this Q&A to understand the rulings' implications for all employers.
