Is your work turning into a passion-killer?

Just the other day, I’ve heard someone say that the definition of a great culture and a happy workplace is people laughing together. I say, that's not it. To define a workplace as happy because there is much joviality is the same as saying your company culture is great because there is a ping-pong table…Read more Is your work turning into a passion-killer?

To my fellow woman

#tomyfellowoman this is how we stick together and strengthen ourselves at work. Share my pledge.

4 lifelines that help deal with social media brand damage and cyber bullying

How social media policies and guidelines need to be part of your workplace culture in order to prevent brand damaaging and cyber bullying

Artificially induced empathy – if it helps, why not!

By Barbara du Preez-Ulmi. In line with the idea of “the new workplace”, core competencies such as the ability to show and apply empathy are more regularly requested of job applicants as well as employees.  Human capital trends show an increasing demand for emotional intelligence, integer social behaviour and empathy at the workplace.  One may…Read more Artificially induced empathy – if it helps, why not!

How to rule a workplace through values

A workplace governed by rules only creates more conflict, disputes and fear. Values however instill growth, participation and a sense of community. A company handbook that explains the core values is one way to cement a value-driven workplace.