Put a pin in it, leverage that, circle back, LMK (let me know) - ugh! Some of us are drawn to use jargon and buzzwords, while others are annoyed by them.Learn when and how to use jargon so that you can avoid miscommunication at work.Guests:Dr Howie Manns, senior lecturer in linguistics, Monash UniversityA/Professor Zachariah Brown, Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyThis story was first broadcast on 30 June 2024
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Managing friendship at work
Close relationships can contribute to personal happiness, and that can extend to work too. But can having besties at work sometimes get in the way of organisational goals, or cause other problems? Get some tips on how to manage the roles of friend and co-worker at the same time. Guests: Shelley Rogers, founder, Mates to Manager Dr Amanda Ferguson, organisational psychologist Steph Clarke, futurist, facilitator and friend enthusiast Julie Parker, career coach
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Saving your leave for a rainy day? Here’s why that might be a problem.
Leave entitlements are building up on business balance sheets. At the same time, some employees feel they don't get enough flexibility around when they can take holidays.We explore the reasons why workers are accumulating leave, and what it says about workplace culture in Australia.Guests:Sarah McCann-Bartlett, CEO, Australian Human Resources InstituteDr Libby Sander, Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour, Bond UniversityMadeleine Dow, management consultant and Adjunct Professor, Centre for Workplace Excellence, Uni of SA
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The simple things you take for granted at work
Stepped entry points, heavy doors, images and documents without screen reader access: these are just a few of the things that make work harder for those with a disability. Hear from two workers about the adjustments and supports they use to help them thrive at work, and an expert explains how to design a workplace that’s accessible, for the benefit of everyone.Guests:Teresa, support workerJames O’Brien, Manager of planning (audio), ABCTom Bevan, dignified access lead, Australian Disability NetworkVisit the Australian Disability Network website for more resources.
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How to build a global career, and still come home
Many returning ex-pats who have worked overseas find it hard to transition back to work in their home country, and feel their overseas experience is not always welcomed.We get advice on how to plan the career move and learn how to support a fellow Australian who is trying to break back into the job market here. Guests:Margot Andersen, founder Insync Network GroupKate McQuestin, CEO Advance Global AustraliansJacinta Reddan, returned ex pat And thanks also to Brett and Natasha for sharing their stories.
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