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A poll by People Management has found that 93% of respondents don’t think employers should ban personal usage of phones at work, while the remaining seven per cent of the 1,992 polled disagree. This followed research by the University of Melbourne and University of Galway, which found that using smartphones in the workplace to keep up with personal matters could reduce stress and lead to a better work-life balance. What is your company’s attitude to personal phone use during work? https://bit.ly/3TXdoHZ #reedbusinesssupport #wellbeing #productivity #worklifebalance #personalphone Aimee Darby-Hall Cinzia Puglisi-Allegra Charlie Willey

SWITCHING OFF: Digital technology has changed how we live, making us increasingly accessible and creating an ‘always on’ culture. However, incoming Australian Fair Work Act changes give workers greater control over their availability. With the right to disconnect, employees can not respond to messages from their employers on smartphones and other devices outside of working hours without the fear of losing their jobs. So, how will this impact the way we work and rest? The Conversation has more: https://bit.ly/4dpcpXu #MRFL #HereForYou #MacedonRanges #FamilyLaw

A poll by People Management has found that 93% of respondents don’t think employers should ban personal usage of phones at work, while the remaining seven per cent of the 1,992 polled disagree.   This followed research by the University of Melbourne and University of Galway, which found that using smartphones in the workplace to keep up with personal matters could reduce stress and lead to a better work-life balance.   What is your company’s attitude to personal phone use during work?   https://bit.ly/3TXdoHZ #reedbusinesssupport #wellbeing #productivity #worklifebalance #personalphone 

The balancing act between professional and personal life is one that so many attorneys and judges perform every day. And with technology affording many people work-from-anywhere opportunities, the line can get blurry. Today’s lawyers might wonder what work-life balance looked like before smartphones and virtual meeting platforms. In the latest issue, retired legal professionals reflect on their careers and share how they created boundaries and challenged expectations. Read more in #WashingtonLawyer: https://bit.ly/497sNd4

Google's HR policies build a great reputation. How they change work for everyone? They mainly prioritize: -Inclusive Work Environment -Equal opportunities -Appreciate diverse perspectives -Flexible work policies -Generous parental leave. And -Employee L & D. That is Google's 20% time policy: They encouraged  employees to spend 20% of time working on projects of their choice. This approach enhances Google’s reputation as a progressive  & socially responsible employer. I'll write more about tech giant company HR Policies in the upcoming  post.  ___________________________ Found helpful? Share ♻️ Follow Kalpana Sakthivel for more 😊 #HRpolicies #OrganizationalCulture #LeadershipDevelopment 

ICYMI: 5 ways employers can go above and beyond to support working parents

ICYMI: 5 ways employers can go above and beyond to support working parents

Behaviours in the workplace can sometimes be seen as an attitude issue. This can lead to disciplinary processes being triggered. It may even see an Employment Tribunal start. But, some behaviours can be down to neurodivergence. Most workplaces are built around neurotypical policies and processes. Which don't fit a neurodivergent mind. Consider iOS and Android - different operating systems. Raising awareness amongst managers and teams as well as providing coaching to neurodivergent team members will deliver an outcome of more cohesive teams, higher productivity and creativity - not to mention retaining awesome talent in your business Check the QR code out to discover more.