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Hiring boom brings new focus to workplace drug risk

Canterbury’s meth use is now almost 40% above its average level from last year, recent wastewater testing shows. National consumption has risen to an estimated 36.6kg per week.  This level... Read more

Is corporate speak cringe or key?

Corporate speak is those common phrases in the business world. They sit in that strange middle ground between useful shorthand slang and pure communication noise. Depending on who you ask,... Read more

Pink Shirt Day continues anti-bullying message

Every year, thousands of New Zealanders wear pink to school, work and community events as part of Pink Shirt Day, a nationwide anti-bullying campaign led by the Mental Health Foundation.... Read more

How to successfully ask for a pay rise: What really works

Asking for a pay rise can feel uncomfortable, but research consistently shows that employees who approach the conversation strategically are far more likely to succeed.  A pay rise discussion is... Read more

Sleep, screens and stress: The hidden impact of technology fatigue

If you’re regularly waking up tired, struggling to focus at work, or feeling mentally drained, your screen habits could be playing a bigger role than you think. For many New... Read more

The smart employee’s guide to navigating generational differences

Today’s workplace brings together more generations than ever before. From new graduates to highly experienced professionals, employees are working across a broader mix of perspectives, habits, and expectations than at... Read more