Workplace expectations in Australia are changing, and understanding sexual harassment legislation in Australia is now essential for every employer and employee. Sexual harassment is no longer just a moral or HR issue. It is both a legal and safety concern. Importantly, the law no longer waits for harm to occur. Instead, it now expects proactive […]
Based on insights from the podcast episode: Running on Empty – Why Fatigue Isn’t Just a Shift Worker Problem, on Under the Rug at Work with Nicole Turnbull and guest Tammy Howell, Founder of Core Health Consulting. We often associate workplace fatigue with people doing night shifts, working in high-risk environments or doing physical labour.
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When we think about health and safety, it’s often within the framework of protecting people – keeping workers safe, promoting wellbeing and creating positive work environments. Yet, many organisations that tout their health and safety commitment, have a dirty little secret – they don’t practise what they preach and fail to protect psychological safety of
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I was waiting for the HR rep to come to my office. It was before Covid and a staff member requested flexible work arrangements, so I was preparing for a meeting where I had to tell her no (even though I supported it). I got a phone call from my boss who asked me to
Late last month I launched my new website www.nicoleturnbull.com.au! This site shares my personal brand, focusing on igniting Courage in individuals and organisations. Why do we lack Courage? It’s often because we don’t have the tools, information or options available to do the tough stuff. Sometimes, it’s because the workplace culture stifles courageous leaders, it’s scared
Being a leader is a responsibility. It’s no longer just about them and the job they do. It’s about empowering the team to get the best results for them and the business, without harming their mental and physical health. Many people are promoted to a role because they’re good at what they do, but they’re
What a journey… Jessica shares her personal story of systemic bullying, harassment and workplace trauma, which eventually landed her in hospital. It caused a huge amount of harm yet was also the inspiration for founding Bullyology and why she leads the Upstander Movement. What Jess experienced at work is uncomfortable and unbelievable at times – having folders
‘The system’ is designed to protect people – at work, at home, at school, in the community. In our society, in Australian workplaces, ‘the system’, is designed to ensure a safe working environment and protect people from problems such as bullying, discrimination and sexual harassment. There are multiple laws designed to prevent illegal behaviour and
It seems like every time I look at my LinkedIn feed, there’s another incident of bullying or sexual harassment that is being exposed. Who’s responsible? Who’s accountable? When will it stop? Employers, businesses, managers and workers have obligations under WHS and discrimination laws – do you know what they are? Are you meeting your obligations?
Identifying, facing and bringing light to the dark sides of work is uncomfortable, the process is often uncertain and the reaction from individuals is feared or unknown. Too often, people focus on the day to day work trying to avoid the issue and sweep it under the rug in the hope it will somehow go