In the 2006 Onetest Jobseeker Survey, over over one in five respondents said they had taken a “sickie” in the last year when they weren’t really sick...contributing to the 2 billion dollars this costs Australian businesses each year.
High levels of emotional intelligence (EI) give leaders an advantage. Specifically, EI can assist leaders to solve problems, to inspire others, and to consult and listen to others.
Love and sex in the workplace can easily lead to problems such as performance issues, accusations of favouritism, blackmailing, bullying and sexual harassment. Despite these risks, workplace romance is relatively common.
On the surface they appear charming, confident and personable and are often well-liked and admired. Dig a little deeper and you’ll find a web of deceit, manipulation and lies. Beware – the corporate psychopath.
Job interviews often present applicants with a dilemma: Tell the truth and give a bad impression or lie and give a good impression. This article will explore some of the psychology behind deception in job interviews and provide some practical tips for interviewers.