Child sex abuse ‘not work related’
A PUBLIC servant who argued his conviction for child sexual abuse was “not work related” has had his unfair dismissal claim thrown out.
At Work
Your first world problems pale in comparison
HEARTBREAKING images show the daily struggle of living in extreme poverty in the world’s most deprived regions.
‘Toxic police culture’ swept under the carpet
TAUNTED, sexually harassed, and driven to mental breakdown. A former police officer tells what it’s really like for women in the force.
Pot smoker sues for discrimination
WELL, this is a different kind of alleged discrimination. A woman is suing a company for not hiring her because she’s a pot smoker.
‘Green is blue’: The clients from hell
FORGET horrible bosses, it’s the demanding client with no idea what you do who’ll really make your life miserable, according to an eye-opening blog.
‘My supervisor’s name is go f*** yourself’
ALL he wanted was light sauce, not white sauce. One customer was on the unfortunate end of bad customer service when he rang Domino’s to complain about his order.
The glamorous job no one wants
IT’S always been billed as a super glamorous job — hobnobbing with mega stars and power players. But people are increasingly abandoning the shiny life.
Cigarette company bans smoking
WITH cigarettes being pushed into oblivion, one company was determined to buck the trend, allowing staff to light up in the lift and at their desks … but that’s all about to change.
Lara Logan quarantined after Ebola report
SHE made global headlines after suffering a brutal assault in Egypt’s Tahrir Square, now Lara Logan is trapped in a 21-day quarantine after reporting on the deadly Ebola virus.
Things you need to know by 25
THE dreaded quarter-life crisis is very real. Here are 25 things you need to know, according to one guy who thinks he’s figured it out.
The toughest gig in Silicon Valley
RUNS every morning, workshops all day and dorm beds at night. Welcome to Blackbox. One Aussie takes us inside Silicon Valley’s exclusive bootcamp .
The wage war Tony Abbott just can’t win
OPINION: The Abbott Government has picked a wages fight with the military it will not win. Instead it will only end up backfiring, big time.
’Macho’ attitudes put FIFO workers at risk
FIFO workers’ mental health are being put at risk by a “toughen up princess” attitude at mines.
Man told to work for nothing
AN electronics worker was ordered by a UK Government department to work for a company for six months without pay. He refused.
How to get on BRW’s Young Rich List
SO YOU want to strike it rich and join the elite of Australia’s young guns? Dave Greiner, third on this year’s list, explains how it’s done.
Never diss your billionaire boss
THIS is how you get yourself fired from a lucrative CEO job. Fratboy antics probably won’t impress your powerful billionaire boss.
Shift work is killing your brain
SHIFT workers, we have some bad news for you. The disruption to your internal clock could be causing long-term decline in brain function.
Office politics: Why can’t we all just get along?
EVERY workplace is a microcosm of different personality types trying to coexist in one space. So how can we all get along?
What Australians gossip about at work
WE SPEND a lot of time at work every week so it’s no surprise we share quite a bit with our colleagues. But what are we gossiping about and how much chat is too much?
‘Why I left my $254,895 a year job at Microsoft’
A $254,895 a year job with good benefits and career prospects. So why did Adam Herscher walk away from it all?
Mistakes make you stronger and smarter
UH OH. That screw-up you’re desperately trying to hide? Don’t worry about it. Mistakes can be your new best friend.
Bosses move to sack the SMS, email sickie
IT’S a sure-fire way to #annoytheboss. Tapping a text message or email to throw a sickie is raising not only the hackles of employers but their suspicions.
The one thing Julie left out of her big speech
JULIE Bishop doesn’t think she’s at a disadvantage because she’s a woman, and doesn’t acknowledge the glass ceiling. But she’s missing a very obvious point.
I, robot… you, replaced
IF YOU think we’re still years away from robots replacing you in your job, think again. A chain store has already started to roll out robot employees.
Is this proof Gen Y is better than everyone?
GENERATION Y cops a lot of criticism, but the youngsters among us aren’t without any redeeming qualities. This one might surprise you.
Minimalism – Can it transform your workday?
SLEEK, uncluttered workplaces are the buzz around town right now, with mobile workstations and standing desks becoming the norm. Can this trend help transform your workday?
Here’s what not to do on your last day of work
It was her last day on the job and this tour guide decided to unleash a shocking racist tirade. WARNING: STRONG LANGUAGE
Are you being bullied at work?
JUST because no one complains doesn’t mean it’s not happening. Most victims of workplace bullying suffer silently — but the reason isn’t what you might think.
Australia’s most dangerous jobs
THERE are a lot of creepy crawlies that can kill you in Australia, but something much more common than a spider bite is most likely to get you in the end.
Ebola screeners wanted — for $22/h
JFK Airport is looking for brave workers to get up close and personal with potential Ebola patients — for a measly $22 an hour.
Dude, where’s my desk?
A DESIGN studio in the Netherlands has found an imaginative way to encourage its employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Facebook, Apple pay staff in eggs
FREE lunches, dry cleaning, massages — frozen eggs? Facebook and Apple will now give up to $23,000 to employees for infertility treatments.
Mums doing their homework
MOTHERS who work at home are connecting online to help others do the same, sharing tips on time management and posting flexible job ads.
The surprising side of FIFO life
SHE used to be a model – now Shana’s making bigger bucks as a miner. And she’s not the only Aussie chasing gold in the west.
Why your bus stop ads reflect your hip pocket
EVER wondered whether your suburb is well-off or disadvantaged? There’s a simple test you can use to find the answer as you head home from work this evening.
How 33 men survived being buried alive
FOR 69 days the world watched 33 men trapped underground. Now they’ve revealed what really happened, and how close they came to eating each other.
14 people who quit their jobs in style
SOMETIMES a simple resignation letter isn’t enough. These people went above and beyond to really have the last word with their boss.
CEO slammed for sexist pay advice
MICROSOFT’S CEO admits he was “completely wrong” for advising women at a conference not to ask for pay rises — and reveals he will speak at the same event next year.
Not-so-cool ‘cool’ office exposed
SEXUAL harassment, bullying, and having to constantly tell the boss why you love working there — what it’s like inside one so-called ‘cool’ company.
The secret medical social network
YOUR doctor may be sharing pictures of your medical issues online amid major concerns about patient privacy. Here’s what to watch for. Warning: Confronting images
Our most stressful professions
THINK you’ve got it tough? Spare a thought for these guys. New research has revealed the professions with the highest levels of stress in Australia.
Waitresses suffering abuse for tips
A NEW report has revealed the shocking level of sexual harassment experienced by women working in the service industry.
Boss publicly slams former worker
A FORMER Reddit employee hosted his own ‘Ask Me Anything’ session on the site after being sacked. Then the boss jumped in to explain the real reason.
Are you a workaholic? Take this test
WORKAHOLISM is real and it can cause serious health issues. You could be overdoing it without even realising. Take this test to find out.
Cracking down on after-hours email
CHECKING emails after work hours is so bad for your psychological state that one country is considering banning it altogether.
Meet the world’s funniest police force
IT’S not what you’d expect from cops. One major police department has gained a massive following for an Instagram account filled with all kinds of surprising pictures.
Are we working longer than our ancestors?
OUR ancestors did backbreaking work for hours and hours every day. But are we working even harder?
Why we hate networking
A NEW study has revealed that your hunch about this annoying work practice is right. Our discomfort is more primal than you may think.
Postman hoards 1.1 tonnes of mail
WELL this explains those missing letters. A postman is accused of hoarding more than a tonne of mail in his home, car and office, some of it up to a decade old.
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How much time do we spend commuting every year?
AUSTRALIANS are spending more and more time every day on the work commute. How much does it add up to every year?
Career gold: The best advice you’ll ever receive
It’s tough to make it in the business world. To help we’ve gleaned some nuggets of advice from industry captains, all in 140 characters or less.
Should you choose your own title?
WOULD you be happier at work if you were allowed to choose your own job title? Strangely enough, the science says ‘yes’. Why?
Interns’ most catastrophic mistakes
SO, YOU think you made some embarrassing errors when you were an intern? That’s nothing compared to these monumental stuff-ups.
Here’s why you’re not productive
TECHNOLOGY in the workplace is a double-edged sword. Should we be allowed to nip off to the loo for a quick game of Angry Birds?
Police officers turned pizza delivery men
THESE very considerate cops did a top-notch job making sure a pizza lover wouldn’t go without his dinner. Just another day on the force.
Who’s now in demand with employers
THEY’VE been unfairly discriminated against by employers in the past, but it seems members of this demographic are now in hot demand.
Why you shouldn’t be ashamed of procrastinating
WHAT you know about procrastination is all wrong. Next time someone gives you a bollocking for dilly-dallying, hit them back with this list.
Not talking to your colleagues is holding you back
IF YOU’VE been hiding in your own cubicle, it’s time to step out. Otherwise, you run the risk of being left behind in the workplace.
Why the person next to you is awesome
FINALLY, a good news story about work. With all the doom and drama out there, it’s nice to know there’s a great reason to go to work every day.
How to spot the workplace bully
JUST about every office has one. That person who makes life around the office challenging, toxic, or even downright frustrating. Can you spot the bully?
You should quit your dead-end job
UGH, it’s Monday, you’re lying in bed wondering where the heck the Saturday went. It doesn’t help that hate your job. Here’s what you need to do about it.
Silly perks for young workers
TABLE tennis, video games, bean bags. No, it’s not the local youth centre — this is what it takes to keep gen Y happy at work. But is it healthy?
Australia’s best place to work
IS THIS Australia’s best place to work? It’s got pool tables, ping pong, beer on tap, and even a ‘Mood App’ to keep track of employees’ emotions.
Nine awful things people do for money
WE’VE all done some things we would rather not do when it comes to money. But these people have some hair curling tales of what they’ll put up with for moolah.
Online job ads scam warning for Aussies
YOU think you just found your dream job online? Not necessarily. Australians are being warned about scammers using job ads to lure you in.
Ten things bosses never tell you
YOUR boss has been holding out on you. From salary negotiations to dealing with your lazy colleagues, here are things you’re never told.
Dockworker ‘paid just $3 an hour’
AN ENGINEER working at a Brisbane shipyard was paid a measly $5000 for 10 months of full-time work, it’s alleged. His former employer is facing the music.
How to call in sick with conviction
ADMIT it, you’re thinking about chucking a sickie today aren’t you? Here’s how you can do it convincingly, and you wouldn’t even be lying.
Mixologists: Simply pretentious bartenders?
SERIOUSLY, what is a mixologist? Are they really a new breed of master cocktail mixers or is it just another pretentious marketing term?
Inside the secret life of truckies
THEY spend weeks and even months on the open road, alone and far from their loved ones. So how do the men behind the wheel survive?
The harsh reality for trolley workers
SUPERMARKETS and shopping centres are under pressure to stamp out exploitation of trolley workers, after it’s been revealed some earn as little as $8 an hour.
Unfair sackings you won’t believe happened here
THESE horrifying workplace discrimination stories will make you ashamed to be part of a workforce that is supposed to give every one a fair go.
Are all your work problems in your head?
BLOW ups, shouting matches and cold shoulders. Workplace conflict is no fun for anyone but what’s really the best way to solve them?
How to really love your job
IF YOU dread Mondays, then this is for you. It will help you find contentment in what you do or give you the motivation to change it.
Proof that your work day never ends
WITH smartphones in every pocket, we’re more connected than ever. Now here’s the proof work is eating into every part of your day, every day.
Six ways to be superstar at work
ARE you tired of constantly being overlooked at work? Try these six killer tips to help you stand out and be a superstar.
Smart, educated and unemployed
PRUE Hawkins has a law degree but few employment prospects. She also has Brittle Bone Disease but the government refuses to pay her disability welfare.
Six signs your job is holding you back
LET’S face it: we all need money. But if any of these signs sound familiar, your job could be doing more harm than good to your future career.
The two words that could net you a promotion
HAVE you been eyeing off that promotion? You could be overlooking a simple key to getting ahead at work.
This is why you’re not getting ahead
EVER feel like you’re not getting ahead at work despite your achievements? There’s a whole other aspect to the office you may not be getting right.
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