Every employer has a legal responsibility to safeguard their employees’ health and safety on site. After all, no-one should expect to experience a work-related injury or illness. It is therefore important for employees to take appropriate action following the event and to learn more about their rights. Find out what to do after an accident at work. Receive a Full Medical Assessment The first thing you must do is receive medical attention for the injury or illness sustained at work, even if … [Read more...]
How To Create An Artistic Office
October 20, 2017 by
The workplace is a challenging space for a woman to be. It’s often dominated by men and can be very intimidating at times. That’s why it’s important for women to make sure they have a voice and do what it takes to feel comfortable in the space. One way to accomplish this task is to create an office made just for her. You deserve to work from a place that feels unique to you and let’s everyone know you’re proud to be a career woman. It’s okay to express yourself and embrace the fact that … [Read more...]
5 Causes of Injury to Women in the Workplace
August 16, 2017 by
Since the end of World War II, women’s participation in the workforce has increased significantly from less than a third, to 47% in 2017. Peak labor force participation was in 1999, with a rate of 60% of women being employed. According to reports from the Department of Labor, 74.6 million women are in the workforce, and these women usually work full or part time and are over 16 years of age. With women fulfilling nearly half of the job opportunities, it is important to see how gender changes … [Read more...]
Australia occupies top rank yet again in OECD’ s better life index!
May 30, 2013 by
The OECD's Better Life Index ranks the world's developed economies on quality-of-life criteria. 1. Australia 2. Sweden 3. Canada 4. Norway 5. Switzerland 6. United States 7. Denmark 8. The Netherlands 9. Iceland 10. United Kingdom For over fifty years, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has helped governments design better policies for better lives for their citizens. It provides a forum in which leaders and policy makers can work together to … [Read more...]
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace – Infographic
August 17, 2012 by
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The 2012 report* – ‘Ten Key Workplace Trends’, Rachel Permuth-Levine
February 14, 2012 by
Sodexo released its 2012 Workplace Trends Report today, offering a unique perspective on the workplace that combines insight from clients, academia, principal research, and leading facilities management and human resource trade organizations. “For any business wanting to grow, these trends show there is a premium on programs that are outcome driven and on sustainable results that address both people and physical space,” said Michael Norris, COO and market president for Sodexo's Corporate … [Read more...]
Alina Mikos – Is Your Career/Job Turning You Into Someone Else?
February 25, 2011 by
Career Personality Takeover: Is Your Job Turning You Into Someone Else? Performance pressure on the job considerably affects our behavior in the workplace and among co-workers. While a certain amount of dedication and professionalism is expected, it is possible to lose yourself to your job’s demands – morphing your behavior, your tone of voice, even your personality – into someone whom you may not recognize at times. While a job is necessary to pay the bills, it should not compromise the … [Read more...]
