human resources

Candidate shows enthusiasm in job interview

Keen as a bean to nail that job interview? It turns out that showing too much enthusiasm for the new job can damage your chances, new UNSW Business School research shows.

Calm employee takes a deep breath and pauses from work

Prevention is a crucial aspect of addressing mental health in the workplace, and it starts with organisational culture, says UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel.

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The coronavirus pandemic has led many individuals to rethink the meaning of work in their lives and reconsider the importance of mental health and wellbeing.

Man lying in bed while doctor checks his pulse

New research has found an improved approach to leadership coordination and communication in hospitals can improve patient outcomes.

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We asked 1400 managers to rate working from home. Some 8.4% said their teams were less productive, 57% said it was the same, and 34% said it was higher.

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The coronavirus pandemic has challenged organisations in unprecedented ways, but leaders can take a number of steps to successfully manage their organisations and workforces past the pandemic, according to UNSW Business School.

HR can help people experiencing domestic violence

There are nine commonly used practices that HR departments use to effectively support employees who are victims of domestic violence, according to recent UNSW Business School research

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The #metoo movement is triggering a re-assesment of entrenched attitudes to sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Too much control by HR departments in hospitals is leading to disengagement and burnout among staff and a delay in the introduction of improved standards for patient care.

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One of the most effective ways to improve gender equality is to address issues systemically rather than relying on individual managers, writes Sue Williamson.

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