When you see an employee performing poorly or is cynical about everything around them, what do you do as their team leader? You may first consider disciplining them harshly because their presence may affect the rest of the team. But what if their behaviour is caused by stress and they are on the verge of…
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How to Deal with Weight Bias and Discrimination At Work
Many companies are trying to make their workspaces safe for all employees to stop workplace bias. However, these efforts do not focus on certain types of preferences; one is weight bias and discrimination. Weight bias pertains to people’s negative attitudes regarding weight-related topics and appears through their prejudices and stereotypes. Some also overtly show their…
How to Speak Up At A Meeting
Whether you are a new employee or a long-time one, speaking up during a meeting is never easy. It can be hard to pick the right cues to tell you when to start speaking and what tone to use as you call the other’s attention. If you are very shy or nervous to speak out,…
Why You May Feel Like a Fraud at Work
Are there times when you feel like you are a fake even though you have the qualifications for your position? There are many reasons why this is the case, from fear of being blamed for the team’s failure to one’s self-doubt. While this feeling goes away, if it is constantly happening, you may be experiencing…
5 Types of Negative Behaviour Managers Need to Look Out For
Every workplace hosts various personalities that influence how the company functions. Managers must be on their toes to get these personalities to work together, especially those whose behaviours affect their colleagues and the business. But, while managers know the importance of getting negative behaviours out of their teams, it can be hard to determine which…
Do’s and Dont’s of Resigning from Your Job
Are you planning to resign from your job? No matter your reason for leaving your present employer, you may be thinking about making the resignation problem-free. For many people, even informing management about their resignation can give them cold feet. This reaction is normal because you don’t want people to see that you are ungrateful…
Why You Should Take Time to Mourn during Career Transitions
Have you recently resigned from a position you love or a job that doesn’t feel like the one? Whatever your situation and why you find yourself in this state, you will have all sorts of negative emotions as you try to find or move to a new job. Some people can get over it quickly,…
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