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Working from home: What are your rights in Australia?

As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across Australia, working from home became a new norm. However, with the gradual easing of the pandemic, a staggering 90% of Australian employers have reintroduced mandatory in-office days. For example, the Commonwealth Bank recently mandated that its employees return to the office 50% of the time. This shift has left many employees dissatisfied, with many …

Managaing conflict at work: Skills, tips & tricks

Have you ever clashed with a colleague? Conflict will occur in every workplace. It is how it is managed that is important. By managing conflicts effectively, you can ensure issues don’t escalate and relationships remain intact. Hays and Indeed outline the top conflict management skills and ways employers and employees can manage workplace conflict. Conflict management skills Several skills are …