28 February 2025 Employers are required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act number 85 of 1993 (“the OHSA”) to create and maintain and workplace free from hazards to employees’ health to the extent that this is reasonably practicable. This implies that the employer is responsible for making…
14 February 2025 Imposter syndrome is more than just self-doubt—it is linked to severe challenges like depression, anxiety, burnout, and even low job satisfaction. It is a fear of being exposed as a fraud, even when there’s clear evidence of your abilities. It is that inner doubt that…
31 January 2025 When considering ways to enhance work performance, it’s essential to recognise the connection between performance and mental health. Employers play a key role in shaping this relationship through thoughtful work design and prioritising employee well-being. Improving work performance boosts team effectiveness, energising and supporting employees.…
3 January 2025 We all experience sorrow and hardships. Developing resilience is crucial for navigating life challenges, whether related to health concerns, personal relationships, or work setbacks. Although you can’t always control how you react in challenging situations, you can learn resilience to help you bounce back and overcome…
20 December 2024 One essential component of the modern banking experience is online banking. Nowadays, almost every account has a username, password, and PIN associated with it, and an increasing number of transactions occur online rather than at a teller’s window. Unfortunately, with all security measures in place, hackers…
6 December 2024 Year-end office parties, which bring together staff members to celebrate their achievements, are common in many organisations throughout the holiday season. Nevertheless, serving alcohol at these events imposes obligations on employers beyond merely enjoying a social gathering. Controlling alcohol use at these gatherings is essential…
8 November 2024 As the year approaches its end, UASA reminds prospective students of the significance of being proactive in their academic journey, with funding being the most important challenge. Funding for university or college can be challenging, especially during early January when the pressure from all students…
18 October 2024 Many businesses in today’s business environment understand that a diverse workplace is essential to a productive workforce. Along with less obvious characteristics like educational background, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and religious beliefs, diversity includes characteristics that define us as individuals, such as race, gender, age,…
6 September 2024 The new digital age has opened up many opportunities regarding working schedules and location, if necessary, as all you need is a digital device to make calls, respond to emails, and attend meetings. Whatever devices you use, it serves as a social and professional passport…
23 August 2024 Many company leaders believe employees are focused primarily on pay and benefits. However, trust, communication, benefits, and other organisational factors are not just crucial, but they have a profound impact on keeping employees engaged. Employee engagement has a ripple effect in organisations, with the potential…