Workplace bullying needs top-level focus

Employees who fall victim to abuse and bullying at the workplace have several options in terms of recourse. However, experts in the HR field believe a systematic and focused strategy of documenting incidents with the idea of discussion at top level to hold those...

Preventing fraud in the local workplace

Employing the right people doesn’t only make for a productive and healthy company, it also goes a long way in preventing larceny and fraud. Corporate South Africa is becoming more aware of the risks and dangers of corruption often lurking from inside its own ranks....

Use Valentine’s Day to grow team spirit

Valentine’s Day is a day aimed at allowing people to share their love and admirations for one another. However, while there are certain behaviours that are simply not appropriate for the workplace, employers need to take into consideration how their employees may...

Do African women have more to prove?

The ranks of software programmers and IT project managers, business analysts, and consultants include very few women. But is this because of either active or subconscious discrimination against women? And what is the role of African men in preventing their daughters...
Working women face challenges

Working women face challenges

Even as we celebrate Women’s Day (9 August 2013), women still face a number of challenges and disparities in the workplace. “Though the workforce and perceptions have changed dramatically over the years and many employers prefer female superiors, there are still a few...