Podcasts about employment relations

Dr Felix Schulz speaks to Professor Melanie Laroche and Jonathan Michaud from the University of Montreal about how the concept of just transitions is understood and implemented in Quebec, Canada. In the episode, they cover the province's unique industrial relations system, proactive and reactive union strategies for addressing the climate crisis, and challenges in equipping union representatives with climate expertise. This project is funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation – Just Transition: Aktivitäten im internationalen Vergleich 2021-582-2. Visit the project webpage. This podcast episode was recorded remotely in December 2024. If you would like to get in touch regarding this podcast episode or the project, please contact research.lubs@leeds.ac.uk. A transcript of this episode is available. You can listen to the rest of the episodes in this series. About the speakers: Felix Schulz is an interdisciplinary researcher at Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies (LUCSUS). Prior to joining LUCSUS, he worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Centre for Employment Relations, Innovation and Change (CERIC), the Digital Futures at Work (digit) Research Centre and the Hans-Böckler-Foundation funded Competence Centre on social-ecological transformations at the University of Leeds, where he remains as Visiting Research Fellow Melanie Laroche is a professor at the Université de Montréal's...

Aubrey converses with Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who’s Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), about freedom of association and its limitation in employment law.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An employment relations expert says many workers want to discuss how much they earn - and should be allowed to. A Bill put forward by Labour would protect that right for employees. It's supported by all parties, except for ACT and New Zealand First. Amy Ross says information about salaries belongs to the worker - and this bill would not force them to share it. "If I want to be able to discuss that and I want to be able to identify potential inequality in the workplace, then I should have the right to do so without risking getting fired or getting called into a disciplinary meeting. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An employment relations expert says many workers want to discuss how much they earn - and should be allowed to. A Bill put forward by Labour would protect that right for employees. It's supported by all parties, except for ACT and New Zealand First. Amy Ross says information about salaries belongs to the worker - and this bill would not force them to share it. "If I want to be able to discuss that and I want to be able to identify potential inequality in the workplace, then I should have the right to do so without risking getting fired or getting called into a disciplinary meeting. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey speaks to Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who’s Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), about the employers obligation to employees regarding mental health in the workplace and an overview of what the law says.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Stateside podcast, Michigan Public's political director gets context and details about Michigan's new minimum wage and sick leave rules from Sean Egan. He oversees the State's Bureau of Employment Relations and the Wage and House Divisions, also know as LEO. Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way.If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work.Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government's target to reduce the number of people on the benefit hasn't gone to plan. Recent statistics show a 12% increase in people getting assistance in the past 12 months. 22,000 more Kiwis are currently receiving financial support from the jobseeker benefit alone. Employment relations specialist Max Whitehead joins the show to discuss the numbers. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Twarog, Associate Professor of History and Labor Studies at the University of Illinois School of Labor and Employment Relations, Labor Education Program (LEP), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss women's leadership in labor unions and her research on sexual harassment in the workplace. Jason Walsh, Executive Director of the BlueGreen Alliance, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss ongoing threats to the federal workforce, the future of the Inflation Reduction Act and the potential impact legislative decisions could have on the CHIPS and Science Act.

Aubrey speaks to Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who’s Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), about "restraint of Trade clause in employment contracts". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey speaks to Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who’s Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), AI and its reshaping the job landscape, what prospects it offers, and the hurdles it presents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As thousands of Starbucks and Amazon workers go on strike, Reset gets a snapshot of union organizing in Chicago and beyond from Bob Bruno, director of the labor education program at the School for Labor and Employment Relations at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

If Canada Post workers are back to work, what does that mean for the strike? How will Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers come to a new agreement? John Peters is a professor at Memorial University in the Faculty of Business Administration and the Department of Sociology, where he's the Director of the Master of Employment Relations graduate program. He joined us on the line today to discuss the situation.

Aubrey speaks to Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who’s Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), about “Is a contract of employment cast in granite stone or is it subject to changes based on economic, technological or operational circumstances?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Jason Risoli (Founder of Grassroots Talent Solutions and Global Head/VP of Human Resources P&O) as they discuss powerful lessons on the realities of executive growth, balancing sacrifice with success, mastering self-discipline, and minimizing distractions. Learn how every decision shapes your journey in this inspiring episode for ambitious professionals.Guest BIO:Jason Risoli is an accomplished Human Resources professional with over 20 years of experience in various industries. He has a proven track record of driving business improvements through employee engagement, enhancing company culture and strategies initiatives. Jason's career began with a dual Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management as well as Management and Organizational Behavior from Rider University. He then went on to complete a Master's degree in Labor and Employment Relations from Rutgers University. Since then, he has worked with a variety of top organizations, including large corporations and small businesses, to develop and implement effective HR strategies. In his most recent role as the Sr. Director People Operations Head of HR at Transformco Sears Home Services, a leading Home Services company, Jason oversaw all aspects of HR operations, including employee relations, while strategically partnering with Talent Acquisition and Total Rewards subject matter experts. He has also played the lead role in developing and implementing employee engagement and retention strategies at the company. Throughout his career, Jason has demonstrated a passion for employee development and engagement. He is an advocate for ongoing learning and development, and has led numerous training sessions on topics such as leadership development and conflict resolution and has mentored countless people throughout his career and personal life. Outside of work, Jason is nature lover and enjoys spending time with his family. He is also actively involved in his community, volunteering with local non-profit organizations including being Merit Badge Counselor with the Boy Scouts of America for 6 Eagle Merit badges as well being a mentor for HR students attending Rutgers University.

Inland Revenue has admitted to providing Facebook owner Meta with the names, addresses and other contact details of 268,000 taxpayers in 'raw' unencrypted form. This news comes after an investigation into the IRD's use of social media companies to target taxpayers. Queenstown employment relations consultant and initial complainant David Buckingham was surprised by this development. "I did actually think they had some pretty good processes around at least hashing it - that wasn't really the focus of my initial complaint." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This evening on Legal Matters we talk about the payment of gratuity in employment law. Is it a right or a benefit? The payment of gratuity is popularly known as the 13th cheque or Christmas bonus– in other words, a payment of gratitude by the employer to the employee in recognition of a job well done, or if you like, going the extra mile.  It must be understood that Labour Law is silent on the question of bonuses. This means that the payment or non-payment of bonuses is a matter entirely for the employer to decide, and to negotiate with employees. If an employer who presently does not pay bonuses of any sort wishes to continue on that route he can do so, without fear of being accused of unfair labour practice. To elaborate on this issue, we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, the government has announced a push to get public services working back into working in the office, as opposed to current, alternative methods, such as through working-at-home models, and hybrid working models. This comes as multiple academics from the Victoria University of Wellington are set to release an article in the New Zealand Journal of Employment Relations, discussing the positive findings of a hybrid working model. Further findings in the past have proven claims that a hybrid working model improves productivity, such as a 2023 study from Human Resources New Zealand, which has shown 40% of HR professionals noted positive productivity gains from a hybrid working model. I spoke to the Senior Lecturer at the School of Management at the Victoria University of Wellington, and co-author of the article, Stephen Blumenfeld, about the government's calls to get public services workers back to the office, and the findings from the article.

Eric Blanc, Assistant Professor, Labor Studies and Employment Relations at Rutgers University, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Emergency Workplace Organizing Committee (EWOC). Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to speak about an Artificial Intelligence Summit with Microsoft, high-speed rail projects and the Department of Labor's Century of Service Honor Roll of American Labor Organizations.

This evening on Legal Matters were joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), to talk about “Can a union organise in the wrong place?”. In short, the discussion will be about the whole value chain from recruitment to paid subscription and representation in negotiations, strikes and disputes such as dismissals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

33,000 Boeing factory workers walked off the job Friday, demanding higher wages and for the company to restore pensions. Most are based here in the Pacific Northwest.  The overall labor landscape in the U.S. has changed significantly since the last machinists strike 2008 – nationally, union membership remains at historically low levels, but work stoppages have increased in recent years and the number of striking workers skyrocketed in 2023.The UAW strike late last year won historic concessions for auto workers across the country.  Guests: Richard Aboulafia, managing director of AeroDynamic Advisory Rebecca Givan, Associate Professor of Labor Studies and Employment Relations at Rutgers University Relevant Links: Seattle Times: Boeing Machinists reject contract as 96% vote to strike AP: Boeing machinists vote to strike after rejecting pay increases of 25% over 4 years New York Times: Boeing's Strike Halts Airplane Production at Key PlantsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Legal Matters Matter this evening we look at the issue of Fiduciary duties of executives and the legal consequences. The company is bound by the decisions of its directors. Transgression on any of their legal obligations under the Companies Act can result in loss, costs, physical and reputational damages. As such, a director may be held personally liable for these consequences if found to be in breach of their fiduciary duty to act with care, skill and diligence. Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), joins us to discuss what the Employment Equity Act and what protection you have from discrimination in the workplace and also what remedies are available to you if you are unfairly discriminated against.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Employment Relations Authority has ruled that the Ministry of Education should have worked more closely with the PSA on proposals to cut 600 job cuts. PSA assistant secretary Fleur Fitzsimons spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

At the time of recording, Israel's relentless bombardment of Rafah continues. Around 1 million people have been forced to flee the city. Condemning the assault on Rafah, Spain, Ireland and Norway have joined 140 other countries in officially recognising a Palestinian state. It is a symbolic action that has undoubtedly damaged diplomatic relations between the three countries and Israel. Nevertheless, the destruction continues, the humanitarian crisis deepens, and people in Gaza have nowhere safe to go.  Many of us around the world have looked on in horror for the last seven months, watching a genocide being carried out, with many of our own governments actively complicit. In this month's episode, we consider the vital role that people in the international labour movement can play, leveraging their unions' power to intervene directly. We are joined by Rafeef Ziadah, a Senior Lecturer in Politics and Public Policy at King's College London, and an organiser with Workers in Palestine; Riya Al'Sanah, an organiser and researcher with Workers in Palestine; and Katy Fox-Hodess, a Senior Lecturer in Employment Relations at the University of Sheffield, and a researcher and labour educator with Workers in Palestine. Rafeef, Riya and Katy talk about the history of labour solidarity in the context of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaign, Palestinian workers' conditions in Gaza and the West Bank, and how trade unions can move beyond simply issuing statements in solidarity with Palestine. We discuss the ongoing university encampments, dockworkers and 'Block the Boat' actions, and the ways in which the Palestine solidarity movement can build coalitions with arms industry workers, to stop the flow of weapons to Israel. Find out more about Workers in Palestine: workersinpalestine.org

On Legal Matters Matter this evening we look at the issue of what are the parameters on Employment Equity planning and unfair discrimination in our law. Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS), joins us to discuss what the Employment Equity Act and what protection you have from discrimination in the workplace and also what remedies are available to you if you are unfairly discriminated against.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Legal Matters Matter this evening we look at the issue of cannabis in the workplace. Although the private use of cannabis is legal in South Africa, having the substance in your system can lead to severe punishments. As with alcohol abuse, an employer may take disciplinary action against an employee, without a test, where the effects of cannabis are clearly observable and it is clear that the employee is too impaired to do their job or are a risk to other employees in the workplace. To elaborate further on this issue, we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This virtual research symposium will feature cutting-edge research from the field of strategic human capital. Four scholars, whose research focuses on strategic human capital, will present their latest research paper, and two discussants will share their feedback on the papers, followed by feedback from the audience.   The 3 scholars presenting their work in this virtual symposium are: Thomaz Teodorovicz, Assistant Professor in the Department of Strategy and Innovation at the Copenhagen Business School Shinjae Won, Assistant professor in the School of Labor and Employment Relations at the University of Illionis at Urbana-Champaign Federica De Stefano, Assistant Professor of Management and Human Resources, HEC Paris   The two distinguished discussants are: Vanessa Burbano, Sidney Taurel Associate Professor of Business, Columbia Business School Seth Carnahan, Associate Professor of Strategy, Olin Business School, Washington University in St. Louis   (c) STR - Strategic Management Division - AOM

It all started in a cornfield. That is the how Mike White, Founder of Secchi.io, began his mission to create a solution that has been haunting the manufacturing HR world for decades- how do we let great workers do great work? On this Season 4 opener of Workforce 4.0, join your host Ann Wyatt as she talks one on one with Mike about the the day to day challenges that manufacturing HR executives are faced with, why that's important to recruiting and retention in our industry and why manufacturing operations should care. In this up front conversation between two people that love people and HR, we learn more about how utilizing gamification, incentives and easy to follow guidelines for our industry supervisors are shaping the way that we work- for the better! In This Episode:-Mike shares his passion for the frontline leader and offers challenges and solutions that allow HR to finally get out of the way of our frontline leadership and let great leaders lead (~timestamp 7:01)-We learn more about Mike's own career journey from playing sports growing up, to getting an early start in tech through a school web club and finally, how Mike ended up becoming the dynamic HR leader he is today- including leading 60+ manufacturing facilities across the globe (~timestamp 17:06)-Mike shares some of the results that he has had through popular HR strategies such as gamification and incentives and how we can improve retention rates and build stronger manufacturing cultures (~timestamp 23:07)More About Mike White:Mike is a Data-Driven Decision Maker who is passionate for data based decision-making utilizing six sigma methodology. His prior work experience includes results in recruitment, labor efficiency, training, consulting, and turnover reduction. As an HR Leadership and Business Partner with the responsibility of 60+ manufacturing facilities globally (including Fortune 500 brands), Mike has led a human resource team, including managers, supervisors, generalists, recruiters, trainers, coordinators, and operations managers. Mike holds a Master's Degree of Human Resources and Industrial Relations, and is a graduate of the University of Illinois School of Labor and Employment Relations. All of this has led Mike to become the founder of Secchi.io, where they provide clarity for HR professionals and frontline leaders to make data-driven performance decisions, simplified. By tracking more than just discipline, Secchi is a software that provides visibility of team performance, removes the barriers of administrative tasks, and increases productivity. To learn more about Mike, connect with him here.The Future of Work (and this Episode) Is Brought To You By Secchi:Secchi is a revolutionary workforce engagement tool created for organizations to make data-driven frontline decisions in real-time. By measuring and combining multiple people-related lead indicators, Secchi provides in-the-moment visibility into individual frontline employee performance, team performance, engagement/turnover risks, and positive employee behaviors all while removing the traditional barriers of administrative burden on leaders. To learn more about Secchi, check them out here.

Freedom Flotilla for Gaza II two voices from the Sydney 7th April rally for Palestine. Thala Salaam (aged 15 wearing her grandmother's thorb) here & James Godfrey from Free Gaza Australia about the Freedom Flotilla bringing aid to Gaza hereTechno Park Rally here II the Techno Park residents rallied on 9th April because dispite a reprieve from eviction the Hobson Bay Council has not taken eviction off the table.Fem Belling Jazz @ The Count's here II  Fem Belling, Music theatre star, jazz vocalist, violinist and songwriter, chats to us about her music, her background and the upcoming show at The Counts jazz club on Wednesday 1 May 2024 at 7:30pm This is the Week here II Kevin Healy dices the week with satire.National Wage Review here II Don Sutherland goes through the intent of 4 of the submissions to the review of the National Wages with the highest call from the ACTU of 5% increase and a call for the lowest wages to be above the poverty line from the Catholic Commision for Employment Relations.

A freelance labor journalist and author, Kim Kelly, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to talk about her life as a freelance journalist and how she found herself covering the labor movement. Kelly also discussed her book Fight Like Hell and explained how she shares those stories with a younger generation. Johnnie Kallas, an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois School of Labor and Employment Relations, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his recent move from the Cornell University ILR School to Illinois and his continued work on the ILR Labor Action Tracker. Kallas discussed the recently released 2023 edition of the tracker and some of the trends that were seen from the data.

On this evening session of Constitutionally Speaking we're asking the question "Is the constitution a reliable instrument for nation building?" and we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS) and Tony Sechel to unpack this question. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vicarious liability is a doctrine of law under which one person is liable for the wrongdoings of another. In the workplace, this means an employer may be found liable for an employee's unlawful actions, provided the wrongdoing was carried out in the course of employment. In South Africa, employers are held vicariously liable for the acts of their employees if it can be proved that said acts occurred within the course and scope of employment. To elaborate on how this works and is applied we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS). Galeboe explains to what degree organisations can be held legally accountable for the acts and omissions of their staff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From April, 2.7 million workers will get one of the biggest pay rises in UK history as the National Living Wage rises to £11.44 an hour. But will they feel better off?It's 25 years since the National Minimum Wage was introduced. During that time it's credited with putting billions of extra pounds in the pockets of low-paid workers. But, despite that, according to the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, two thirds of households living in poverty have at least one adult in work. And, according to the Institute for Fiscal studies, far from cutting the annual benefits bill, the cost of benefits paid to working families has ballooned since 1999 to about 50 billion pounds a year. So what's behind this low pay puzzle? And what can employers, governments and workers do to ensure that work pays? Pauline Mason investigates.Presenter: Pauline Mason Producer: Ravi Naik Editor: Clare Fordham.Contributors: Kate Bell, TUC Assistant General Secretary and former low pay commissioner Damian Grimshaw, Professor of Employment Studies, Kings College London and London & South Forum Co-Lead at the Productivity Institute Patricia Findlay, Distinguished Professor of Work and Employment Relations, University of Strathclyde, and Director of the Scottish Centre for Employment Research Matthew Fell, Low Pay Commissioner and Director of Competitiveness at BusinessLDN Nye Cominetti, Principal Economist, the Resolution Foundation James Cockett, Labour Market Economist, CIPD Margaret Esapa, Managing Director and owner, Cherry Care Services, Oxfordshire Conor Taylor, Director, Foresso

S6E7 - In this episode, Diane Ring and I will look at the intersection of her Core Gift and her Type 4 Enneagram personality type to explore how each of these things impacts the other and how they're different. We'll also talk about how your Core Gift can deeply influence your interactions and decisions. Diane and I discuss the importance of applying your Core Gift to all areas of your life, not just your work because leveraging your Gift can enhance your leadership, relationships, and overall wellbeing. You'll hear about Diane's hobby and how understanding her Core Gift is causing her to evaluate how her Gift is showing up even in that area of her life.Discover your Core Gift »More about Diane:Diane owns Ring Results, a leadership development and executive coaching firm in Austin, Texas.  Her dynamic career reflects numerous diverse accomplishments with the highlight being 30 years of executive coaching specializing in leadership and team development.  Diane has coached leaders from Fortune 1000 and middle-market organizations to start-ups and non-profits and has worked with all levels of talent. Her passion is to help her clients find innovative ways to solve nagging problems and help people and their organizations be the best at what they do. Diane's expertise draws upon her deep professional experience, and her numerous studies/certifications in the areas of executive coaching, leadership, applied behavioral science, and advanced adult learning. She holds a BA from Michigan State University in Employment Relations and Psychology. Diane is a Certified Master Facilitator of the Core Gift Discovery™ process where she helps her clients identify their Core Gift, the most significant and positive 'deeper why' in their life, their ultimate purpose for being. She also helps people develop greater understanding of “Why I do what I do” based on 20 years of studies and practice using the Enneagram Personality system. She guides leaders to explore how uniting gifts and Enneagram insights offers multiple points of leverage to get started, go deeper or get unstuck in a journey of development.

Welcome back to The Human Side of Business Podcast! I'm your host, Ange MacCabe. Today, we have a special guest, Cassandra Rose, joining us. Cassandra Rose has over 15 years of HR experience is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources with a B.B.A. in Business Management, Master's Degree in Human Resources and Employment Relations and a Professional Certificate in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.In this episode, we explore the crucial role that HR plays in employee well-being and how leaders can make the most of the systems HR builds. By leveraging these "pipes," leaders can ensure they have the tools and resources needed to identify blind spots and  lead effectively.If you enjoyed today's episode and want to stay updated with our latest content make sure to visit our website: www.intuityperformance.com where you can subscribe to the podcast, or sign up for our newsletter.The Whole Person Leadership Cohort by Intuity Performance: A unique program that offers unparalleled support to managers on every step of their leadership journey. Our program features evidence-based assessments, workbooks, group coaching, and interactive learning experiences to help you level up your leadership skills. Reach out today to apply to one of our upcoming cohorts.Find us on: LinkedIn , Facebook, Instagram to stay tapped into new insights.Until next time, take care, and stay curious.

This evening on Constitutionally Speaking were looking at what is jurisprudence, how it works, how its applied and what it deals with. Jurisprudence aims to encourage critical thinking about law and the purpose of law. It is not a study about the rules of law only, but rather a study in thinking about the law. Jurisprudence assists lawyers with the basic ideas and reasoning behind the written law. It helps them better understand the fundamentals of the law and help them figure out the actual rule of the law. Ti help us understand jurisprudence even better we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This evening on Legal Matters we look at the issue of Serving two masters: the right to freedom of association and ethical  dilemma of senior employees belonging to trade unions.' In short, we will be looking at the question of how to balance the right in section 18 of the Constitution with the rights & duties resulting from sections 22 & 23 of the same constitution. In practical terms, for example, the question is what legally would happen if the CEO of a public institution, eg-hospital, is also a member of the NEHAWU negotiating team that is part of the wage negotiations with the Ministry of Public Service & Administration. What does the law say in such an instance? Is this allowed or not? To educate us further on this we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keeping the Peace: Managing High Conflict Issues at WorkOn this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill and Megan tackle how employers and managers can set healthy boundaries around discussing divisive societal issues at work. They provide guidance on creating a respectful, productive environment when employees have strong, differing opinions.Bill and Megan explain that while online conversations may feel more hostile lately, research shows it's often due to a small group of aggressive, status-driven people. When divisive issues come up at work, reasonable people tend to disengage, allowing bullies to dominate the dialogue. This can deteriorate workplace culture and community.To maintain a cohesive team, leaders must set clear guidelines about acceptable communication. Bill suggests focusing on keeping conflicts impersonal and issues-based, not attacking people's character. Megan adds that while managers have limited power to enforce culture alone, they can coach employees one-on-one on respectful communication.HR can recommend coaching to improve behaviors vs. immediately firing staff. Employees feeling bullied should speak up, understand their options, and get assertiveness training if needed. With the right boundaries and empathy, organizations can productively navigate sensitive topics.Questions we answer in this episode:How can managers discourage divisive talk when company policy is unclear?What coaching strategies can HR use for staff exhibiting bullying behaviors?What should employees do if they feel targeted by a workplace bully?Key Takeaways:Research shows online hostility comes from a vocal minority of aggressive people.Leaders must set guidelines to keep conflict impersonal and issues-based.Coaching can help managers, HR, and staff communicate respectfully.Employees feeling bullied should speak up and understand their options.With the right boundaries, companies can stay productive despite disagreements.Setting clear expectations while extending empathy enables workplaces to keep the peace during polarizing times. Tune in to hear Bill and Megan's insightful guidance on fostering understanding.Links & Other NotesBOOKSOur New World of Adult Bullies: How to Spot Them ― How to Stop ThemBIFF at Work: Your Guide to Difficult Workplace CommunicationIt's All Your Fault at Work! Managing Narcissists and Other High-Conflict PeopleCOACHING & OTHER RESOURCESLive Lab™: 1:1 Coaching for Managing High-Conflict SituationsLive Lab Writing: learn to write BIFF Responses to hostile email or any written communicationLive Lab Verbal: learn to have conversations with high-conflict peopleLive Lab Boundaries: learn to set limits with high-conflict peopleCoaching for EmployeesTRAINING FOR WORKPLACE PROFESSIONALSNew Ways for Work® Coaches Training (for human resources, employee relations, and other coaches)Our website: https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/Submit a Question for Bill and MeganAll of our books can be found in our online store or anywhere books are sold, including as e-books.You can also find these show notes at our site as well.Note: We are not diagnosing anyone in our discussions, merely discussing patterns of behavior. (00:00) - Welcome to It's All Your Fault (00:37) - External Issues Brought Into the Workplace (02:10) - Are People Becoming More High Conflict Online? (05:26) - Online Conflict Attractive to HCPs? (08:25) - Who's Doing More Bullying? (11:38) - Rules to Avoid Dominating the Conversation (14:36) - What Should an Organization Do? (21:41) - When Lacking Internal Support (22:51) - Setting Guidelines (24:17) - HR or Employment Relations (26:50) - When the Employee (31:07) - Wrap Up Want to learn more about BIFF and EAR responses? We have a lab that's designed for anyone. Click here to learn more about our Live Lab. Sign up today!

Welcome back to Herbal Radio plant people! We're thrilled to share this special episode with you this week to highlight the BIPOC herbalist community in acknowledgment of Black History Month. We've opened our platform up to amplify the voices of 5 BIPOC community herbalists and activists for an impactful and thought-provoking group discussion. Our featured guest host and long-time good friend, Lucretia Van Dyke, is joined with Christina Lynch, Khetnu Nefer, Tyrone Ledford, and Ruby Daniels to explore the topic of Black History Month and share their unique and collective experiences being Black individuals in the world of herbalism. We'd like to extend our gratitude for joining us for this necessary and impactful discussion today. Thank you, as always, for tagging along for another botanical adventure! About the herbalists: Lucretia Van Dyke, author of “African American Herbalism” has been in the wellness industry for over 25 years, and is a Holistic Educator, Herbalist, Sacred Sexologist, Ceremonialist, and world traveler. One of the foremost experts on southern folk healing arts, Lucretia integrates rituals, plant spirit meditation, holistic food/herbal medicine, and ancestor reverence into people's practices. Teaching herbal classes, cooking, storytelling, and foraging in the woods learning native medicine are what charges her soul. Check out Lucretia on Instagram! Christina Lynch is a community herbalist and entrepreneur based in Tallahassee, Florida. She received her Master's degree in Human Resources and Employment Relations from Penn State University, and her Bachelor's degrees in Accounting, Finance, and HR Management from Florida State University. In addition to her role as the Interim Executive Director for the American Herbalists Guild, Christina is the Chief Executive Officer of Trydent Consulting, President of the Board of Red Hills Small Farm Alliance, and a board member of Florida State University's Accounting Department, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend, and Florida School of Holistic Living. Khetnu Nefer is the founder of the Gullah Geechee Herbal Gathering, an herbal conference for Black and Indigenous herbalists and community that takes place in Johns Island, SC. Khetnu is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Educator, Massage Therapist, Herbalist, Reiki Master, Author, Vibrational Sound Therapist, African Dance Professor, and founder of A Soulful Touch Wellness.  Check out A Soulful Touch on Instagram!  Check out the Gullah Geechee Herbal Gathering on Instagram! Tyrone Ledford, a native of Compton, CA received his Bachelor's Degree from California State University, Fullerton in Child & Adolescent Development with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. He later received his Master's Degree from Pacific Oaks College in Human Development/Social Change. Tyrone, who is the co-founder of Holistic Divine Innovations, founded and organized the Ridgecrest Community Garden and Herbal Zen Garden. Tyrone has been gardening intentionally for 10 years and grows a combination of fruits, vegetables, and herbs for both culinary and healing power. Tyrone's experience extends as far as growing herbs to create his own teas and tinctures, and educating communities on how to grow their own food and how to use plants for their nutritional value and medicinal properties. Tyrone's goal is to introduce individuals to the natural resources our earth provides and to increase fresh organic food resources throughout communities. Tyrone hopes to help you create a sustainable garden because he believes health is wealth. Visit the Ridgecrest Community Garden on Facebook! Ruby Daniels is a Soil conservationist tech with USDA, a farmer, manufacturer of herbal products, and herbalist/owner of Creasy Jane's. Creasy Jane's was formed to provide education, produce products, and provide fresh produce to the local community. Ruby Daniels gained her knowledge from her elders in West Virginia and expanded her plant knowledge by attending the Maryland University of Integrative Health. Ruby received a Master of Science in Therapeutic Herbalism, Ruby focused her study on Afro-Lachian foods and herbs, field botany, and phytochemistry. She previously worked with a non-profit organization as a consultant in the Agroforestry industry in West Virginia and is a board member of United Plant Savers. In addition to her work, Ruby Daniels works on cultural preservation and education focusing on African American relationships with the plants of Appalachia. Ruby Daniels and Creasy Jane's mission is to educate the public about the power of plants and how to use them to support wellness.   Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Read the Mountain Rose Herbs blog Follow on TikTok Strengthening the bonds between people and plants for a healthier world. Mountain Rose Herbs www.mountainroseherbs.com

Yesterday saw a major win for some of New Zealand's top athletes.   The Employment Relations Authority has ruled in favour of the Athletes' Cooperative, forcing High Performance Sport NZ to engage in collective bargaining with the co-op.  HPS had previously rejected attempts to hash out a collective agreement on the basis that they did not formally employ athletes.   Former Olympic Rower Mahe Drysdale is spearheading the co-op's efforts, telling Mike Hosking that he's not sure why HPS tried to avoid it for so long.  He said that all they want to do is get on with this and change sport for the better in New Zealand.   The crux of the situation, Drysdale told Hosking, is getting better conditions for athletes and allowing them to have input into how the system is run.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This evening on Legal Matters we look at the issue of presenting false qualification and what the repercussions are. In South Africa, presenting a fraudulent qualification or claiming a qualification or experience you do not have is a criminal offence, in terms of the National Qualifications Authority Amendment Act 12 of 2019, The National Qualifications Framework Amendment Act, which came into effect on August 2019, is designed to ensure that employees are not bamboozled by false qualification claims. It also aims to preserve the integrity of the institutions that grant degrees.  And lying on your social media pages, such as LinkedIn, is as punishable an offence as presenting a fake qualification on a CV addressed to a potential employer. The act states that criminal prosecution can result when a person “falsely or fraudulently claims to be holding a qualification or part-qualification registered on the NQF or awarded by an education institution, skills development provider, QC or obtained from a lawfully recognised foreign institution”. To educate us further on this we're joined by Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator who's Partnered with Molatudi Advisory Services (MAS).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're about to start a new job in South Africa, it's essential to understand your rights and responsibilities as an employee. An employment contract is a fundamental document that outlines the terms and conditions of your employment. Are you the type of person that reads the fine print? What are some of the important clauses on your contract that you need to be aware of? On Legal Matters this evening we look into Parental Responsibility and Gender Equality with Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations and Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Katie Bailey, Professor of Work and Employment in the Department of Human Resource Management and Employment Relations at King’s College of London's Business School. Dr. Bailey has been a driving force behind various projects, including editing the Oxford Handbook of Meaningful Work and establishing the Meaning and Purpose Network (MAP Net) at King's College. She has collaborated with leading thinkers throughout her career, bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications. As the dialogue unfolds, Dr. Bailey introduces the concept of "existential labor," where individuals may act as if they find their work meaningful due to organizational pressures. This prompts an insightful discussion on meaningful work's personal and moral aspects, emphasizing the importance of aligning work with an individual's values. Don't forget to follow the Meaningful Work Matters podcast and leave a review to share your thoughts on today's conversation. Your feedback helps us continue bringing you valuable insights into the world of work and meaning!

With the new normal of employees working from home, many may consider starting their own small businesses, commonly known as ‘side hustles', to supplement their income and cushion the rising cost of living. Although ‘side hustles' are generally perceived as work that employees engage in after hours or on weekends, they can create risks for the employer. How do we make them co-exist? Galeboe Modisapodi, Employment Relations & Employee Benefits Consultant, Accredited Commercial Mediator joins us to have this discussionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Michael LeRoy, the LER Alumni Professor from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's School of Labor & Employment Relations and College of Law, joins Rob Johnsons & Jane Clauss to discuss UAW strike leaders' adoption of Whipsaw strike tactics to achieve their goals, challenges in the talks between the studios and SAG-AFTRA, and the impact of strikes on the public's perception of unions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The labor–climate movement in the U.S. laid the groundwork for the Green New Deal by building a base within labor for supporting climate protection as a vehicle for good jobs. But as we confront the climate crisis and seek environmental justice, a “jobs vs. environment” discourse often pits workers against climate activists. How can we make a “just transition” moving away from fossil fuels, while also compensating for the human cost when jobs are lost or displaced? In his book, Clean Air and Good Jobs: U.S. Labor and the Struggle for Climate Justice (Temple University Press, 2023), Todd Vachon examines the labor–climate movement and demonstrates what can be envisioned and accomplished when climate justice is on labor's agenda and unions work together with other social movements to formulate bold solutions to the climate crisis. Todd Vachon is Assistant Professor of Labor Studies and Employment Relations and Director of the Labor Education Action Research Network at Rutgers University Schneur Zalman Newfield is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Jewish Studies at Hunter College, City University of New York, and the author of Degrees of Separation: Identity Formation While Leaving Ultra-Orthodox Judaism (Temple University Press, 2020). Visit him online at ZalmanNewfield.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign School of Labor & Employment Relations & College of Law Michael LeRoy joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss whether the UAW has a strategy, if strikers are prepared to strike for a long period, and the ability of UAW officers to determine the perfect moment to settle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can employers in all sectors of the UK economy get the best out of their workers, retain experienced staff, improve productivity and increase profits at the same time? The principles of "Job Design" seem to promise all of these benefits. It's a process of work innovation which focuses on people, their skills, their knowledge and how they interact with each other and technology, in every workplace, in every sector of the economy. Proponents claim it gives workers a voice in their workplace, allows them to balance their work and home lives, stops burnout and could get more of the economically inactive back in employment. But what evidence is there that it works - and how difficult would it be to implement changes in the workplace? Presenter: Pauline Mason Producer: Ravi Naik Editor: Clare Fordham Contributors: Patricia Findlay, Professor of Work and Employment Relations, University of Strathclyde and Director of the Scottish Centre for Employment Research. Kate Bennett, Labour ward coordinator at Liverpool Women's Hospital. Damian Grimshaw, Professor of Employment Studies, King's College London, and former head of research at the International Labour Organisation. Dame Diane Coyle, Bennett Professor, University of Cambridge and a director of the Productivity Institute. Rachel London, Deputy Chief People Officer at Liverpool Women's Hospital. Jenna Brimble. Midwife in the continuity of care team at Liverpool Women's Hospital. Heejung Chung, Professor of Sociology and Social Policy, University of Kent. Emma Stewart, Flexible working consultant and co-founder, Timewise. Dr Charlotte Gascoine independent researcher and consultant on flexible and part-time working Paul Dennett, Mayor of the City of Salford Jim Liptrot, Managing director, Howorth Air Tech. Stacey Bridge, Financial accounting assistant, Howorth Air Tech.

Will 2023 be known as the summer of discontent? This year, nearly every corner of the country has been affected by some kind of industrial action, and more is coming. Teachers, doctors, nurses, railway workers, airport security, civil servants are among the many professions which have called strikes to protest against, amongst other things, future pay packets during a cost of living crisis. But do labour union tactics really deliver for their members, or does the strong bargaining position of the government come out on top in the end? In this edition of Analysis, Faisal Islam hears from three top union leaders, along with industrial relations experts, about the challenges of calling and maintaining strike actions and the tolls it can take on members and the public. Where lies the balance of power between a workforce banding together to demand a better deal and the public which has to work around disappearing services? You can learn more about this topic by watching the BBC 2 documentary Strike: Inside the Unions available on BBC iPlayer. Contributors: Sharon Graham - General Secretary: Unite Union Mick Lynch - General Secretary: Rail, Maritime and Transport Union Pat Cullen - General Secretary: Royal College of Nursing Jerry Cope - Former Pay Review Body Chair Mark Stuart - Montague Burton Professor of Employment Relations, University of Leeds Lord Richard Balfe - Member, House of Lords Presenter: Faisal Islam Producer: Sandra Kanthal Editor: Clare Fordham Programme Coordinator: Maria Ogundele

Read the transcript of this podcast:Negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters have collapsed after disagreement over part-timer wages. With less than a month from contract expiration, the largest single-employer strike in US history is looking more and more likely.We have another two-part episode this week. First, an update on the contract campaign. The Teamsters gave UPS two deadlines for their last, best, and final offer on proposals. UPS hasn't met either of them. So the union is upping the ante with practice pickets around the country. Could a deal materialize or is a strike imminent? We asked Stephen Franklin, a veteran journalist who is the former labor writer for the Chicago Tribune, and an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Labor and Employment Relations.Next, a deep dive into gig work at UPS and subcontracting more broadly. The Teamsters want to rid their workforce of so-called personal vehicle drivers (PVDs), workers who deliver packages out of their private vehicles and work off a smartphone app, much like other gig workers. We spoke with UPS workers from Georgia, Utah, and California, and a former gig worker from Indiana, about why gig work and other subcontracting is an existential threat to the union.Gig work is often pitched as flexible for the worker. But in reality, it's a breakdown of standards that many Teamsters want to uphold at all costs. Even if that means going out on strike.Support the show at Patreon.com/upsurgepod.Follow us on Twitter @upsurgepod, Facebook, The Upsurge, and YouTube @upsurgepod.Hosted by Teddy OstrowEdited by Teddy OstrowProduced by NYGP & Ruby Walsh, in partnership with In These Times & The Real NewsMusic by Casey GallagherCover art by Devlin Claro ResetarHelp us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer: Donate: https://therealnews.com/donate-podSign up for our newsletter: https://therealnews.com/newsletter-podLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therealnewsFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealnews

How can employers in all sectors of the UK economy get the best out of their workers, retain experienced staff, improve productivity and increase profits at the same time? The principles of "Job Design" seem to promise all of these benefits. It's a process of work innovation which focuses on people, their skills, their knowledge and how they interact with each other and technology, in every workplace, in every sector of the economy. Proponents claim it gives workers a voice in their workplace, allows them to balance their work and home lives, stops burnout and could get more of the economically inactive back in employment. But what evidence is there that it works - and how difficult would it be to implement changes in the workplace? Presenter: Pauline Mason Producer: Ravi Naik Editor: Clare Fordham Contributors: Patricia Findlay, Professor of Work and Employment Relations, University of Strathclyde and Director of the Scottish Centre for Employment Research. Kate Bennett, Labour ward coordinator at Liverpool Women's Hospital. Damian Grimshaw, Professor of Employment Studies, King's College London, and former head of research at the International Labour Organisation. Dame Diane Coyle, Bennett Professor, University of Cambridge and a director of the Productivity Institute. Rachel London, Deputy Chief People Officer at Liverpool Women's Hospital. Jenna Brimble. Midwife in the continuity of care team at Liverpool Women's Hospital. Heejung Chung, Professor of Sociology and Social Policy, University of Kent. Emma Stewart, Flexible working consultant and co-founder, Timewise. Dr Charlotte Gascoine independent researcher and consultant on flexible and part-time working Paul Dennett, Mayor of the City of Salford Jim Liptrot, Managing director, Howorth Air Tech. Stacey Bridge, Financial accounting assistant, Howorth Air Tech.