Insights

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March 1, 2017 | Insights

Workplace Bullying and its response

New study shows that men and women respond differently to bullying in the workplace

Would you know if someone was being bullied at work? It’s not always easy to tell. Many years ago, I worked as a sales rep for a boss who managed by intimidation. He publicly shamed and embarrassed his employees. He …

February 22, 2017 | Insights | Denise Gifford

It’s About Time

The Benefits of Taking Time Out in a Hectic Work World

In today’s society, we’re made to feel that there’s something wrong with us when we’re doing nothing. We imagine the efficient, effective person we want to be, always on top of what’s going on in our workplace and in the …

November 12, 2016 | Insights

The Upside of the Downside

Opportunities in Managing Risk

You will find risk everywhere you look, if you look for it. Every time we get into a car, as a driver or passenger, there is the risk of an accident. Every time we burn a candle, there is a …

October 20, 2016 | Insights

Brexit and the price of Marmite

As the pound falls, inflation pressures grow

Recently, a new hashtag popped up on the internet: #Marmitegate. Social media users in the UK were following a news story about a potential 10% rise in the price of Marmite, which is a traditional British product: a sticky paste …