Strict policies that will assure the unhappiness of your staff
Despite the recent enthusiasm for wellness initiatives, UK bosses have been dubbed strict by their staff, with 54.6 per cent feeling there is now less tolerance at work.
Tag: Behaviour
Conquering your fear of public speaking
Many have previously joked that we are more afraid of public speaking than death itself – but it’s a statement research has found to be true. We found out why, as well as how to overcome it.
The shift in expectation on how businesses should behave
By Rob Wilson
Google is only the most recent firms to be criticised for not paying enough tax. This story reminds us that companies are now expected (by politicians, customers and, above all, employees) to demonstrate social value. Merely creating jobs and making profits is no longer enough.
Even ethical middle managers can mirror bad behaviour of bosses
Top management with bad habits are seemingly poisoning the workforce, as their behaviour rubs off on middle management to create a knock-on effect, according to a study from the Rotterdam School of Management at Erasmus University.
First Women Summit: Men lack confidence too, they just fake it!
Boardrooms are the places decisions get made, deals hammered out and careers often made. However, the behaviour and macho nature of some in this environment can often be toxic to business development.
Most of your staff have checked Twitter, Facebook and Instagram during meetings
A survey has found 71 per cent of office workers will check their social media feeds on their smartphones during meetings.