Book Review: Harry the Bully Blocker Harry the Bully Blocker is a poem about one of Evelyn’s dogs that helps children and adults learn how to block bullies. It’s full of advice and practical tips for kids on how to be respectful and what to do if you witness or experience bullying. Evelyn shares discussion …
7 steps to stop sexual harassment There’s no more sticking your head in the sand when it comes to sexual harassment at work. To say ‘I didn’t know it was happening’ or ‘It was just banter’ won’t cut it. In November 2022, the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Act 2022 was …
I’ve read 2 out of the series of 3 HARM books by Joanne Marino. Jo’s personal story is eye opening and heartbreaking. It provides a behind the scenes view of the extreme bullying and harassment that happened, not only to Jo but extended to her family. It shows what happens when toxic behaviours are ingrained …
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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 …
What normally happens when there’s a problem or crisis with a project or client at work? Does the team jump into solution mode, create a plan and work together to fix the issue? Is the leadership team supportive and do you work overtime if needed? Sounds pretty normal right? What about the dark sides of …
Welcome! Let me introduce myself. I’m Nicole Turnbull and I’m the Founder and Chief Courage Officer at Neon Shed. I have almost 20 years experience in communications with 10 years in the work health and safety industry. I’ve worked for both safety regulators, the workers compensation insurer and the workers compensation independent review office in …
Wow – What a Summit! I am blown away by the quality, integrity and expertise of the Guest Experts involved in the first 7 Dark Sides of Work Summit. I created the Summit to showcase individuals and organisations who are making real change when it comes to the dark sides of work, and helping people …
Bias for women at work exists. Sometimes we don’t recognise it because it’s ingrained in our society. When it comes to the Dark Sides of Work, women are unfairly disadvantaged. There are less women in key decision-making roles across almost all industries in Australia. *source: Workplace Gender Equality Agency The gender pay gap still exists, …
I often get asked this question. It’s not a title just for me – you can be one too! A Chief Courage Officer is someone who is brave enough to do what’s right, not what they’re told. It’s someone who has the courage to stand up to bullies, poor leaders, unethical management and systems. A …
The last 2 years have been tough for many of us. Living and working through a pandemic has put strain and pressure on us as individuals, families, workplaces, communities, societies and countries like we have never seen before. Have you heard of the Great Resignation? People are leaving their jobs by the millions around the …