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“You don’t have to see your people to know if they’re performing.”
While times have changed in the workplace – human nature
dictates that disputes and disciplinary action will always still
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strongly advises business owners and managers to seek
professional advice.
If things can’t be resolved by a relaxed discussion around
a table, experienced mediation is often the best, and least
expensive, way through. Getting lawyers involved often only
escalates a situation.
However, Long says preventing disputes from happening in the
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where they could advance within the organisation over time.
“It’s really archaic if you think you can run your business and
never touch base with your people,” she says. “And saying that
you’re too time poor to do it just doesn’t cut it.”
Her advice is to work on a culture within your business that will
work for all employees.
“Keep the communication lines open, and always make your
people feel valued and special.”