When you think about HR, the function that first comes to mind for many is a go-between for staff and the company. However, that is often not the case in practice, so what happens when the balance is off? It would be great to think of HR as an in-house well-being and justice system for a company, but like the real justice system, it has its flaws. In the worst case, the way HR works can seriously affect work morale and productivity, erode trust, and lead to resignations. Ther

There are many attributes that make a good leader. Here, in no particular order, are some collected from my favourite bosses. Patience: A good leader is able to keep calm even under pressure. Leadership is needed most when something unexpected happens, and that is why the person in charge of managing the situation needs to be able to stay calm and to decide the right action needed. Patience is also needed on a more regular basis for training and supporting the team. If someo

I’m sure I’m not the only one who has seen that at work, as in life in general, some people seem to get away with murder while others are...