It’s a Generational Thing The phrase “I think it’s a generational thing” has become a common in many workplaces. It’s often used to explain away confusion, miscommunication, differing viewpoints, or contrasting working styles. This has only grown more frequent in recent years, and with good reason! For the first time in history, up to…
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I’m not sure about you, but I would literally die for my family. As much as I have some close relationships with people I have worked with, and I now call them friends, there is no way I would risk my life for them. I have noticed an increase in using the terminology “work family”…
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Have you ever been in a situation where someone annoys you just by being in the room or meeting? That anything they say causes you to have your shackles up? Yet someone else, could say the most ridiculous thing and you find yourself agreeing with them or making excuses as to why they said it?…
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WOW!! What a fabulous night we had at our official launch event! I was totally overwhelmed, appreciative and grateful for the amazing amount of support I received on launch night. So many people that I have spoken to since the event have said what a fabulous event it was. Even post event and at other…
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One of the reasons I started The People & Culture Link, is because I’m fairly (read very) passionate about how we treat each other in the workplace. It’s crucial to prioritise not only physical safety but also mental well-being in the workplace. As described by Worksafe Australia, ‘a psychosocial hazard is anything that could cause…
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Exit Interview or Stay Interview? Exit interviews typically occur after an employee has made the decision to leave the organisation. At this point, emotions may be heightened, and the employee may not feel comfortable sharing their true feelings. The timing of the interview may also limit the employee’s willingness to provide honest feedback, resulting in…
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Working From Home/Hybrid working – oh my goodness. It’s certainly getting a lot of airplay at the moment! So many conflicting thoughts. Employees not understanding (or accepting) why they can’t do it, Managers not supporting it for some people because there’s a lack of trust or they don’t understand (or accept) there’s a new way…
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There’s no denying that the Human Resources (HR) department holds a pivotal place in all organisations. As the people ‘expert’ it is imperative that HR have a seat at the table and have a connection with the executive team. However, there is an intriguing, and somewhat contentious question: ‘Has HR made a rod for their…
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There is often a subtle pressure to conform to fit into predefined roles and expectations. However, it is important to remember that staying true to yourself is not only empowering but also essential for long-term personal and professional fulfilment. This blog post aims to shed light on the importance of embracing your individuality and resisting…
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Do you often find yourself saying yes to things that you really don’t want to? Or maybe you feel like you’re always putting other people’s needs before your own? If so, you maybe a people pleaser. Being a people pleaser can be exhausting and it can lead to feelings of resentment and burnout – sometimes…
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