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My boss hired two of us for the same job and then fired me. Is this ethical?
Putting two people through a Hunger Games scenario without telling them beforehand is very bizarre, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
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I’m very well-paid, but totally burnt out. What should I do?
You are not alone; 44 per cent of Australian workers are dealing with burnout, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
How can I protect my employees from transphobic customers?
The customer is not always right, especially when they’re discriminating against trans people, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
My small business has two employees and I need to let one go. Help?
It is never easy to let someone go but the sooner you are honest the better, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
My boss talks in corporate-speak riddles. Am I obliged to join in?
Making sure people can understand what you’re saying is more important than any corporate jargon, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
Everyone at my brand-new job got a pay rise, except me. When can I ask for one?
When you’re new to a role, timing is everything when it comes to asking for a salary adjustment, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
The toxic positivity in my workplace is driving me up the wall. What can I do?
Toxic positivity can trigger shame, reduce wellbeing and increase stress.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
Despite my complaint, the person who sexually harassed me was made permanent. How do I cope?
Regardless of what you decide to do next, you need to know that this is unacceptable, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
How do I manage my poorly performing employee, who has ADHD?
This is a complex issue but one you will be able to navigate with expert advice and compassion, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
My employer keeps ‘losing’ my private documents. What if I get scammed?
Being concerned about identify theft and fraud is a valid concern, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
- by Kirstin Ferguson
After six years, I still love my job. But people keep telling me it’s time to move on
If you stay in the one place, there’s always a chance you’ll look back and wonder what might have been.
- by Kirstin Ferguson