Practical insights on resolving workplace complaints and creating a positive culture at work. Please note that the information in these posts is general in nature, and you should always seek specific advice that takes into account each unique situation.
As a manager, you may from time to time have a sense that things are NQR (not quite right) in the workplace. You may have had someone sidle up to you “on the quiet”, to let you know that things are not great in the team, or that people are worried that things are inexplicably […]
We have seen many toxic workplace cultures exposed recently. From Parliament House to the Collingwood Football Club. Given this, it’s easy to sit back and say,” I’m glad it’s them and not me”. The reality is there are no shortage of toxic workplaces. This is supported by a recent study which highlighted that a massive […]
As the national discussion around sexual harassment continues, examining the objective standard around a reasonable person in these claims can show an implicit bias. In this week’s blog, we revisit Worklogic Senior Consultant Tanya Hunter‘s examination of the reasonable person standard. Sexual harassment in the workplace remains an ongoing issue. The continuing durability of #MeToo […]
Workplace managers and organisational leaders have a golden opportunity to invigorate and improve team culture as we enter a post-COVID world. Worklogic consultant Simon Thorne discusses how navigating a new way of thinking around how we work could lead to a more engaged and productive workforce. There are so many terms and concepts that have […]
Worklogic Senior Consultant, Samantha Edwards discusses taking complaints of former employees seriously. A scenario that is not uncommon for employers is the task of considering how to manage a complaint being made by former employees or, a staff member who is finishing up their employment with an organisation. Often employers view such complaints with suspicion […]
A robust, well-written workplace investigation report is your best defense in an unfair dismissal claim. Worklogic director Jodie Fox examines the benefits of writing comprehensive investigative reports after a recent decision by the Fair Work Commission found Worklogic’s report to be consistent and detailed. Worklogic Report Withstands FWC Scrutiny Recently one of Worklogic’s reports was examined […]
Worklogic’s Marketing Coordinator, Jean Lizza, reports back from our recent work retreat in beautiful Milawa, Victoria. Last week, the Worklogic team gathered in beautiful Milawa, Victoria to enjoy a laughter-filled, food-centric work retreat. It is not often that Worklogic’s Sydney and Melbourne staff get an opportunity to be in the same space, especially during a […]
By Kristina Jaks, Worklogic Consultant Last week a young woman came forward and disclosed details of a serious sexual assault, a rape, that she alleged occurred in her workplace in early 2019. Ordinarily, this may not get much media coverage. In this instance, her place of work ensured her story would be front page news. As the […]
In this webinar, Worklogic Director, Jason Clark, will discuss how an investigation is one approach to managing a complaint while also exploring how alternative options in some cases can also achieve the same outcome with a longer term benefit. This webinar covers: how to clarify and assess complaints to determine whether the issue needs to […]
Will you be my Valentine? Tanya Hunter speaks to managing workplace romance in the modern age. Every year around this time, our thoughts turn to love. And the thorny questions of workplace relationships. With the #MeToo movement continuing to highlight issues of sexual harassment in the workplace, some employers have been tempted to ban all […]