Author: Mallory Conboy
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Is chucking a sickie really actually what bad employees do?
A few years ago, I went on a camping trip with some friends. We hiked, we laughed, we drank beer, we took a bunch of scenic photos. You know the usual things you do with pals on a camping trip. It was all harmless fun until one of my friends casually mentioned that we couldn’t…
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Is your workplace actually toxic or is it just peanut butter?
The word toxic has become a bit of a catch-all when it comes to workplaces people didn’t enjoy. You’ll hear it over coffee chats, exit interviews, Reddit rants, or whispered over cubicle walls: “That place was so toxic.” It’s a word with bite, and it gets used often. But here’s something to think about, what…
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How are Pets Not Included in Bereavement Leave?
I have a beautiful greyhound named Mango, and she is the bee’s knees. I walk her every day. I feed her every day. She sits with me while I work, and we hang out together just enjoying each other’s presence. She is a massive part of my life and my daily rhythm. When she’s sick,…
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Why do we keep pretending that company values do anything?
Company values are weird. I get the idea. They are supposed to be inspiring. They’re meant to unite a whole organisation together. On paper, it’s a beautiful concept. In reality? They often end up as little more than background noise. Aka they are words on a giant poster in the background of the lunch room.…
