Must employees disclose their vaccination status?
While employers cannot force their employees to be vaccinated, there are various grounds for dismissing employees who object, provided that the employer has conducted a thorough risk assessment to determine the need for vaccination. They also need to provide every possible reasonable solution to accommodate them. One of the grounds on which an employer can let go of an employee who refuses the jab is the refusal of […]
Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace The term “emotional intelligence” was coined in 1990 by scholars, however, business leaders soon adopted this concept and term and made it their own. Emotional intelligence definition: Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a person’s ability to perceive, comprehend and manage their own feelings and emotions. EQ consists of five core skills, […]
Diversity in the workplace
Diversity in the workplace Workplace diversity refers to the differences between individuals in an organisation and it encompasses race, gender, ethnic groups, age, religions, sexual orientation etc. There are many benefits to having a diverse workplace, for example, organisations that want to recruit diverse candidates and establish a diverse workplace, have a much larger pool […]
Assertiveness in the workplace
Being assertive in the workplace will not only boost your self-esteem, but will also have a positive impact on your professional career. Every organisation, no matter the industry, will have bossy co-workers, lazy team members, and overbearing managers. If you stand up to these individuals in a professional and respectful manner, that’s being assertive. There […]