Archive for the ‘workplace’ Category

Management Line: Emails, meetings, co-workers and other workplace gripes

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008

What are the things that send you around the twist at work? And how do you deal with them?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

Does obesity ruin your career prospects? Is it a workplace issue?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

Should Facebook be banned from workplaces? Does help or hinder productivity?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008

A Canadian study says workplace bullying is worse than sexual harassment

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

Other people’s pay is one of the hot button issues at work. How much do you make compared to others? Are you paid less even though you put in more effort and get more results? Ever find yourself wondering what some people do to justify their pay?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Monday, February 11th, 2008

There’s a management mantra that competition brings out the best in people. The superstars are rewarded well, the underperformers are booted out.
But does it work?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

What will the workplace of the future look like?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007

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So many people call in sick at the last minute when there’s nothing really wrong with them. And the anecdotal evidence suggests people will go to extreme lengths to explain why they’re away. So what are the best excuses? And what does a company do when confronted with chronic absenteeism?

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Monday, October 22nd, 2007

A new study from Britain, reported here, says that regular swearing at work can help boost team spirit among staff. Apparently, it allows them to express better their feelings as well as develop social relationships. The researchers say that cutting loose with the occasional f-word is great for workplace spirit and team work.

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The Age Blogs: Management Line

Monday, October 22nd, 2007

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A new study from Britain, reported here, says that regular swearing at work can help boost team spirit among staff. Apparently, it allows them to express better their feelings as well as develop social relationships. The researchers say that cutting loose with the occasional f-word is great for workplace spirit and team work.

Read the full story

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