November 04, 2024 Are nicknames appropriate in the workplace? Here’s when it’s okay to use them—and when it’s not Should you call your boss by a nickname? What about a subordinate? New research published by the ‘Harvard Business Review’ offers surprising insights. BY Grace Snelling If you’ve ever worked in an office, chances are you’ve … Continue reading Are nicknames appropriate in the workplace? Here’s when it’s okay to use them—and when it’s not
Category Archives: Workplace Issues
Myths about workplace culture
July 16, 2024 Myths about workplace culture A manufactured culture creates more resentment than inspiration. BY Lior Arussy Lior Arussy is chairman and cofounder of ImprintCX, and author of the upcoming book Dare to Author! An inspiring workplace culture encourages employees to do exceptional work. Many leaders have a tough time accepting that it’s up to … Continue reading Myths about workplace culture
Workplace loneliness is on the rise, especially among people working virtually
June 12, 2024 Workplace loneliness is on the rise, especially among people working virtually For those suffering under the solitude of work, you’re not alone. BY Henry Chandonnet As technology further seeps its way into the workplace, from Zoom meetings to AI chat systems, it’s easy to feel lonely. For those suffering under the solitude of … Continue reading Workplace loneliness is on the rise, especially among people working virtually
Workplace violence costs as much as $56 billion annually, researchers estimate
April 28, 2024 Workplace violence costs as much as $56 billion annually, researchers estimate No industry is free of violence, but the problem is prevalent in the service sector. BY The Conversation Violence and harassment on the job are all too common: More than 1 in 5 workers worldwide have experienced it, according to the International Labor … Continue reading Workplace violence costs as much as $56 billion annually, researchers estimate
Red flags that you’re in a toxic workplace
By Kathleen Davis October 15, 2023 For many people, what they do is core to who they are. But regardless of how much of your identity you tie up in your profession, only part of work is the tasks and responsibilities that make up your job. The rest—the parts that (hopefully) make you like … Continue reading Red flags that you’re in a toxic workplace
How Does Technology Improve Workplace Safety?
How Does Technology Improve Workplace Safety? Brad Anderson / Aug 29, 2023 Every business should prioritize workplace safety and increase it to offer employees the best environment. Employees want to feel protected to give their best, and it is a company’s responsibility to ensure at least optimal working conditions. Plus, if employees aren’t exposed … Continue reading How Does Technology Improve Workplace Safety?
Toxic workplaces are a threat to employee health—how to make yours ‘antitoxic’
By Tamara Myles December 19, 2022 Toxic workplaces aren’t just bad for morale—they’re a threat to human health. This year the U.S. Surgeon General made history, calling out toxic workplaces in connection with one of the worst mental health crises the U.S. has ever seen. “The link between our work and our health has … Continue reading Toxic workplaces are a threat to employee health—how to make yours ‘antitoxic’
Workplace violence and harassment are rampant global issues, says landmark UN report
By Clint Rainey December 07, 2022 Almost a quarter of all workers worldwide have experienced some version of violence or harassment while on the job, according to a new UN report that marks, ostensibly, the first such global survey on the prevalence of this problem. From the data gathered, it declares that the problem is … Continue reading Workplace violence and harassment are rampant global issues, says landmark UN report
How workplace discrimination has changed over the last generation
By Kathleen Davis October 10, 2022 For some people when they hear the words “workplace discrimination,” it calls to mind a bygone Mad Men era of overt sexism and racism. And while that kind of egregious behavior does happen, the discrimination most prevalent in workplaces can fly under the radar for those not experiencing … Continue reading How workplace discrimination has changed over the last generation
How to get better at using inclusive language in the workplace
By Jackie Ferguson and Roxanne Bellamy May 20, 2022 Even people who champion diversity and are knowledgeable about the topic can be nervous about choosing the correct words to describe various aspects of personal identity. This is especially true when interacting with people whose personal identities they have not often encountered. How should I … Continue reading How to get better at using inclusive language in the workplace