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Are the bystanders as bad as the bullies?
When workplace harassment and bullying occurs, is there any such thing as an ‘innocent bystander’? Taking action against bullying behaviour in the workplace can hinge on a witness’s decision to…
The coach approach; mentors mitigate bullying risk
Struggling workers may be more likely to complain of unfair treatment, but what can employers do to support and develop workers and also prevent bullying and harassment complaints? With the…
App-alling: are apps increasing risk of bullying claims?
HR professionals are facing a new challenge in workplace bullying and harassment claims – photo-sharing apps and social media posts being used to harass workers. For some time, many employers…
Unfairly dismissed for stealing the Milo?
The dismissal of a worker who supposedly stole the break room Milo has been found to be unfair. A supermarket chain was recently required to reinstate an individual in his…
Avoiding the issue; the real cost of “avoidance” management
As workplace bullying cases continue to appear in the news, we look at one major contributing factor, which may not be obvious to many. Poor management styles clearly influence the…
Bully bosses lose creative edge
The consequences of workplace bullying could be impacting your business’s innovation and creativity, according to a new study from the Australian School of Business at the University of New South…
The enemy within: dealing with employee theft
Theft by employees is clearly a worrying issue for employers, so why is it happening and why do many choose not to report it? According to a recent survey…
Are organisations to blame for workplace harassment?
A recent review has found clashing personalities may not be the cause of workplace harassment, which inspires the question – what or who is to blame? According to the University…
Mental health matters: “sensitive” worker wins appeal
Last month saw surprising outcomes in two cases both involving workers with mental health conditions and their claims of unfair treatment. The first case involved a government worker’s appeal…
