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Kiwi charities use technology to change young people's lives
Mental Health

Kiwi charities use technology to change young people's lives

Three charities from Taupō, Kerikeri and Palmerston North are on a mission to use technology in ways that will benefit New Zealand's young people.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2018
Let nature into your workplace
Productivity

Let nature into your workplace

Workplaces that support mental health can lift engagement, cut absenteeism and improve productivity, according to the Mental Health Foundation.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2018
Brake publishes vital guidance on monitoring driver mental attitudes
Human Capital Management

Brake publishes vital guidance on monitoring driver mental attitudes

Fleet managers are being urged to spot mental health risks earlier, as new guidance links driver attitudes with road safety and welfare.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Aug 2018
Managerial support for depressed employees linked to fewer days off work
Human Capital Management

Managerial support for depressed employees linked to fewer days off work

Active managerial support for depression is linked to fewer sick days, strengthening the case for workplace mental health policies.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Aug 2018
Aged care residents live out their dreams in virtual reality
AR, VR & Metaverse

Aged care residents live out their dreams in virtual reality

Age is no excuse for experiencing the rich world of virtual reality, as three dementia patients from Sydney discovered for themselves recently.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2018
Frustrated with your job?
Hybrid & Remote Work

Frustrated with your job?

A simple five-minute pause at your desk could help ease workplace frustration and restore focus by cutting off constant digital distractions.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2018
Five signs of a toxic workplace that should be stopped immediately
Human Capital Management

Five signs of a toxic workplace that should be stopped immediately

Harvard-backed research links toxic colleagues to customer loss, lower morale and rising absenteeism, costing firms dearly.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 22nd Jul 2018
Wise Group selects Kordia for 54 site SD-WAN rollout
Network Infrastructure

Wise Group selects Kordia for 54 site SD-WAN rollout

SD-WAN will increase the overall flexibility, performance and capabilities of Wise Group's Internet-based applications.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jun 2018
New insights into how employees manage stressful situations at work
Human Capital Management

New insights into how employees manage stressful situations at work

A new scale could help employers spot workers at risk of stress, poor wellbeing and counterproductive behaviour, researchers say.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018
Win worker buy-in for facility safety checklists
Risk & Compliance

Win worker buy-in for facility safety checklists

Worker resistance can be overcome by explaining how thorough checklists prevent missed details that could otherwise trigger costly accidents.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 13th May 2018
Major ministry dons the pink shirt
Public Sector

Major ministry dons the pink shirt

A bullying campaign has prompted a major New Zealand ministry to overhaul its workplace wellbeing programme and training.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 6th May 2018
Quitting Facebook can reduce stress
Data Privacy

Quitting Facebook can reduce stress

A five-day break from the social network lowered cortisol in a Queensland study, though participants also felt less satisfied with life.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 15th Apr 2018
BizDojo co-founder Nick Shewring departs
BizDojo

BizDojo co-founder Nick Shewring departs

Shewring started BizDojo with co-founder Jonah Merchant eight years ago, popularising and scaling the concept of coworking spaces.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018

Global Stories

Mental Health stories

What's holding businesses back from adopting facial recognition?
Surveillance

What's holding businesses back from adopting facial recognition?

Aussie execs predict AI to join workforce soon, boosting revenues; facial recognition tech poses privacy concerns.

By Jordan Cullis • 6 min read • Thu, 21st Jun 2018
How to switch off when you're a small business owner
Fintech

How to switch off when you're a small business owner

Taking time out allows you to focus on those important to you and strengthen relationships, which can be a vital reboot.

By Craig Hudson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Jun 2018
Maori business leaders recognised in UoA Awards
Auckland University

Maori business leaders recognised in UoA Awards

Māori business talents were honoured in this year's University of Auckland Aotearoa Māori Business Leaders Awards, celebrating innovation and leadership.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Mon, 7th May 2018
Nearly half of UK IT workforce overworked and underpaid
Cybersecurity

Nearly half of UK IT workforce overworked and underpaid

The UK's IT workforce is being stretched to breaking point with employers placing priority on cybersecurity and tech innovation.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Apr 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Mental Health stories