Thursday, May 12, 2016 Read and add comments (1) *}
Is Bullying on your hazard board?
The Health and Safety at Work Act (2015) introduced additional changes last month. One of the areas of legislative reform is Workplace Bullying and the associated stress it can cause. As a PCBU (person conducting a business) responsibility falls on you to identify, manage, mitigate and change aspects of your business environment that are contributing to a culture of bullying.
Thursday, July 2, 2015 Read and add comments (1) *}
I shouldn't have said that
Has there ever been a heated argument between you and your employee where your emotions have perhaps got the better of you? Have you looked back and thought ‘that was inappropriate’ I may be in the firing line for a potential personal grievance now? The reality is that these situations do arise, and can often reoccur with the same employee. Issues never just go away. As the employer you need to get wise, and start controlling your response in uncomfortable situations.
Thursday, July 2, 2015 Read and add comments (1) *}
Women In The Workforce
For many women juggling a career and family commitments is difficult. For the majority, women tend to be the parent who makes the choice to stay at home with their children during their younger years, meaning a sacrifice to career and income potential. As children become more independent women start to re-enter the workforce. However, more often than not in a role with less capacity.
Wednesday, July 1, 2015 Read and add comments (3) *}
Bay of Plenty is a popular choice for Work-Life Balance
There has been a strong focus on marketing the Bay of Plenty region and all that is on offer as a place to do business, work, live and play, and we are now being able to gauge measurable results, through investment into the region and the number of people relocating and enquiry received. Of course for those of us that live here, it’s no surprise. A well-kept secret, word is now out that you can enjoy a meaningful career, enjoy a market rate salary and have that essential balance we all seem to strive for. All within a 2.5hr drive from Auckland.
