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Gen Z are wrong, office uniforms don’t have to be boring
While it’s chic to have an office style and savvy to invest in workwear staples, the mood among younger generations feels defeatist.
- by Jessica Burrell
Latest
Opinion
Work therapy
My colleague was fired for being ‘too nice’. Is that fair?
This conduct from your employer appears unprofessional and frankly schoolyardish. It also seems risky.
- by Jonathan Rivett
Analysis
Workplace culture
Could this viral self-help mantra make you happier at work?
A viral mindset known as the ‘Let Them’ theory is gaining traction in workplaces. But is it really the panacea it’s purported to be?
- by Amanda Gordon
Opinion
Jobs
Before you apply for a new job, work out this one simple thing
Clearly understanding which type of company you like and, more importantly, why you prefer working for these, can help find the best role for you.
- by Tim Duggan
Opinion
Jobs
Don’t shy away from feedback at work. Instead, do this
Many professionals assume that they must be doing well if they’re not receiving feedback. Unfortunately, that’s a dangerous assumption.
- by Michelle Gibbings
‘Women make great plumbers, too’: Why 21-year-old Lara became a tradie
Lara Smyth already has her career trajectory laid out – and it involves joining her mum’s plumbing business.
- by Emily Chantiri
Opinion
Work therapy
I accidentally ignored an important email. Did I deserve to be yelled at?
The fact this email turned out to be important seems like something you should have been warned about in advance.
- by Jonathan Rivett
Opinion
Workplace culture
We tried to fix email. But what replaced it was just as bad
Programs like Slack, Teams and Google Chat were designed to fix the issues with email. But with them has come a slew of other problems.
- by Tim Duggan
Opinion
Working from home
Benefits of WFH now too big to ignore
One-third of Australians work from home regularly. But they’re not doing it for the money.
- by Cassandra Winzar
Opinion
Work/life balance
Does skipping your lunch break make you a better worker?
The pressure to be constantly available, perpetually productive, and always switched on has become the norm. But the cost of this relentless pace has become clear.
- by Téa Angelos
Analysis
Workplace culture
Bosses are firing more Gen Z workers. But are they just misunderstood?
With an increasing number of Generation Z entering the workforce, the young, tech-savvy cohort are beginning to make waves. But not in a good way.
- by Emily Chantiri
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