Letting go of someone when they are no longer needed might be one of the trickiest things an employer has to do. While this decision may be based on substantial reasoning, they still have to think about how to sensibly deliver the message and how it can affect the employee. However, when this worker was announced redundant,…
Ensuring the health and safety of employees in the workplace is one of the top priorities of companies. But even under the best conditions, injuries and illnesses still occur, and how they’re addressed can make all the difference. Unfortunately, the boss of this worker didn’t handle their wrist accident as well as she could have….
Most of us keep our heads down and mind our own business while commuting via public transportation. I’m often staring out the window daydreaming or watching videos on my cell phone, and the only time I interact with anyone else on the bus is when I offer up a seat to someone who might need it more than I…
Some people love to abuse their power, making it miserable for everyone but them and those they like or want to please. It’s endurable when you don’t have to deal with these characters for long. However, if they happen to be, say, your superior at work, that’s when things get really challenging. A great example…
One-way video interviews, aka asynchronous interviews, are becoming common practice at some companies. If you don’t know what they are—essentially, businesses ask potential job candidates to record themselves answering a series of inter-view questions for their pre-screening process. However, far from everybody is a fan of this new workplace trend. Some people want to make…
Working overtime has its pros and cons. Pro: you can earn more money, which seems more and more relevant as the cost of living rises. In fact, 57% of Americans said in 2022 that they wanted to work overtime because of growing expenses. Con: you risk burnout and health problems as your stress levels might…
Working a 9-to-5 from an office with zero flexibility is a thing of the past. This employer has just proven exactly that, highlighting his no-need-to-explain-why-you-need-a-holiday policy. Showing how he candidly approved his staff’s vacation, he also discussed how he trusted his team to get the job done regardless of how they chose to do it….
Being a bus driver is a tougher job than you might think. Long hours spent in the driver’s seat. Having to constantly focus so you don’t crash. Keeping to your strict schedules. And ensuring that the violent passengers are behaving themselves. These employees deserve a lot more thanks than they get. Unfortunately, some folks don’t…
Hiring family members might be beneficial for some businesses. It’s convenient for companies that are just starting, want to employ quickly, or need help getting back on track. Plus, the owner already knows the employee’s weaknesses and strengths, and the relative will likely be more motivated to contribute to the business’s success. However, some may…
