According to research from Black Dog Institute and the Australian Government, there are nine workplace factors that are hurting mental health. Knowing what the factors are may help you to identify them and manage the risks proactively to have a healthy workplace. 

The Human Resource (HR) profession led an enormous amount of change over the past two years since the onset of Covid-19. There have been major shifts in the ways of working, digital transformation, a transition to the future of work, and much more. The focus on managing change and transformation across a business is not letting up in 2022.

The Human Resource (HR) profession faced a number of challenges over the past two years since the onset of Covid-19. While many of those ups-and-downs were unexpected, new data is highlighting the trends, priorities and expected challenges of 2022. With this insight, HR (and related fields) can take action now. 

Do hybrid work arrangements matter to employees? According to recent surveys, the answer is a resounding “YES!” But it’s important to quickly follow that “yes” with how the data shows a unique paradox.

The Great Resignation was first noted in the USA in April of 2021, and indications that it has spread to the UK, Europe and Australia have since followed. 

There has been an interesting power shift underway for the past 12 to 18 months that was sparked by the health pandemic. Where power once sat somewhat firmly with an employer or business, there has been a shift in power to the employee - the individual. 

Taking a break from regular responsibilities, such as work, hobbies, associations, school and the like, is a good way to re-energize and relax. So, what happens when it’s not easy or possible to take that break and enjoy a much-deserved holiday? 

Organisational culture is deeply embedded in how people behave. It’s seen in the way people interact with one another. It’s a set of shared norms for how the group operates. Culture is created and seen in the office.