There are plenty of workers around who think it’s a bit crap that their employers buy the cheapest coffee and tea possible for the staff room. … [Read more...]
How to eliminate mindless complaining
A few glum people can drag a whole workplace down. We’ve all met people that even if they won a tonne of dosh in the lottery would still be sporting their ‘woe is me’ face because they didn’t win first division. … [Read more...]
How did you choose YOUR ‘A’ team?
Every year at high school we’d do netball grading. A handful of mothers involved in school netball would watch lots of us play and grade us – choosing the teams A, B and C and mixing the rest up. … [Read more...]
Steve Irwin the worlds best boss?
I adore Steve Irwin. I think that if we all had a bit of Steve in us the world would be a much better place. Anyone who isnt enjoying their job or hasn’t found their passion needs to just look at Steve to see what life can be like. … [Read more...]
Dealing with sensitive issues in the workplace
A blog post about telling someone they need to look more professional at work got me thinking about the best way to handle sensitive issues in the workplace. … [Read more...]
What is YOUR idea of an ideal organisation?
A blog post I read recently that asked “what does your ideal organisation look like?” got me thinking. If we don’t know what our answer to that question is we will never reach it! … [Read more...]
Soap and french fries can help you become an amazing boss
I never thought that coming across a bathroom with no soap would make a great topic for a blog about how to be an amazing boss! It however, does! … [Read more...]
Why you should adore exit interviews
I’ve had five instances in my working life when an exit interview would have been appropriate. I have however only ever had one exit interview. At the time I had no idea what they actually were so asked my team leader. She told me it was to find out any ideas or suggestions I had to make the workplace better. It was also to discuss any issues or problems I saw - and what … [Read more...]
When your staff aren’t up to scratch
I write a lot about how to be a fab boss, but what about when the staff aren’t up to scratch?! Employees that are in roles they aren’t actually passionate about can be a drain on company finances, the culture and productivity. There is plenty a boss can do to fix that. … [Read more...]
Is your ‘open door’ ACTUALLY open?
I needed to get in touch with the HR manager at a particular company recently. I emailed off the website stating why. I asked if I could please have their name, email and phone number. I received the following response: … [Read more...]