When individuals collaborate on a daily basis, it’s almost inevitable that conflicts will arise, even within the most cohesive teams. While it’s not always possible to completely prevent conflicts, when managed effectively, constructive conflict can serve to strengthen team bonds. In this discussion, we seek guidance from psychologists and human resources specialists on the effective […]
Is ‘woke’ culture on the decline? President Trump’s recent Executive Order blocks federal funding for ‘divisive concepts’ in workplace training. Read the full article here.
In an excerpt from ‘Free to Soar: Race and Wellbeing in Organisations’, a new book edited by TJ contributor Binna Kandola, psychologists Guilaine Kinouani and Ruri Proto look at the intersection of race, mental health, wellbeing and impostor syndrome… Read the full article here.
Senior executives in organizations committed to enhancing diversity must grasp the connection between ethnicity, employee wellbeing, and workplace performance, suggests psychologist Elizabeth Yardley of Pearn Kandola. It is widely recognized that our individual wellbeing significantly impacts our work performance. When our wellbeing deteriorates, our capacity to function effectively is compromised. In its most severe manifestation, […]
In the previous year, just 2 percent of eligible couples took advantage of shared parental leave (SPL), indicating that the utilization of SPL remains remarkably limited, as indicated by research conducted by the law firm EMW, which was based on data from HMRC. The utilization of SPL did experience a 23 percent increase last year, […]
The sceptics among you may consider the practice of mindfulness to be a fad, or perhaps even a waste of time. That’s because many people simply view mindfulness as a relaxation technique – a form of meditation used to relax and unwind. To them, mindfulness whispers, ‘Take a deep breath. Relax. Clear the mind.’ Well, you […]
After several months of adapting to a new routine due to remote work, many of us have become accustomed to a different way of life. Instead of daily commutes, office banter, and post-work social gatherings, we’ve had to embrace virtual communication tools like Zoom meetings, Google Hangouts, and online social events. Even before the COVID-19 […]
In the UK, individuals from ethnic minorities have experienced a disproportionate impact on their employment and work hours during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to research conducted by campaigner Hope Not Hate, which relied on three surveys and data from external sources like Public Health England (PHE), BAME individuals were significantly more likely (13%) to report […]
Sixty-one per cent of British people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) communities have said that COVID-19 is exposing great inequality in British society, adding to a broader discourse surrounding D&I’s focus in the workplace. According to a survey from anti-racism advocacy group Hope Not Hate, 76% of BAME Britons agreed that ethnic […]
With ongoing reports of job cuts making headlines, numerous employers are grappling with the practical challenges related to redundancy consultations and how to handle them with sensitivity within the confines of existing restrictions. Stuart Duff examines the role of video communication in facilitating difficult conversations. In the coming months, as the government phases out its […]