How to tell someone they have not passed probation

How to tell someone they have not passed probation

It is common for managers to ask themselves, ‘how do you tell someone they have not passed probation’? The answer is that you do so clearly, directly, and respectfully, ensuring there is no ambiguity: you explain, for example, that their employment is ending because...
How long does a disciplinary investigation take?

How long does a disciplinary investigation take?

One of the most common questions raised by both employees and employers is: how long does a disciplinary investigation take? The answer, perhaps frustratingly, is that there is no fixed timeframe (an exception may be if organisational policies specify a timeframe...
What is whistleblowing at work?

What is whistleblowing at work?

You may have heard the term whistleblowing but may be unable to answer the question what is whistleblowing at work? Essentially, making a protected disclosure (what is commonly referred to as whistleblowing) is the act of reporting serious wrongdoing, such as...