Where Good Advice Takes a Wrong Turn Catch up on the Ethical Insights Hello Reader, 'Tis the season for mayhem and madness, if you celebrate at this time of year, I', not even going to ask how it's going. For me, it's time to take a driving hiatus while the possessed try to buy everything in sight. Podcasts have been a welcomed distraction, well, almost. The other day I was listening to a business owner preaching the words that are warming to my soul, "always ensure you have a contract."...
24 days ago • 1 min read
A Lesson in Policies & Procedures Let's Talk Dear Reader, I know I missed a beat but come with a peace offering of keeping my promise and following on from the previous touching base, the Ethical Insight will is now live. Tragedy in the Workplace: Lessons in Policies and Procedures The Ethical Insight explores a tragic incident that raises critical questions about workplace safety, collaboration and the role of effective policies in modern workplaces. Here’s what’s covered: How technology can...
29 days ago • 1 min read
And Just Like That Let's Talk The year is drawing to a close! Hey Reader, I have a theory—the older we get, the quicker time seems to pass. The seasonal bug caught me, so I've been somewhat distracted for a few days. This time last year, I was wrapping up and closing the doors to take a break in the sun. But enough about me — how have you been? And what’s your plan for the final chapter of 2024? Recently, I was reminded of a summer headline: a woman in her 60s, working at Wells Fargo, passed...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Let's Talk Hello Reader, So late last week, I came across a post reacting to Amazon’s return-to-office mandate. It’s almost amusing to hear a business owner vent their frustrations about employee resistance in the heat of the moment. Screenshot of the post When employees are protesting, pleading, and digging in their heels, it often signals they believe they’re being treated unfairly. It suggests that the rules in place may not align with fair or equitable treatment as mentioned above. Yes,...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Is Your Business Culture Aligned with Your Values? Catch up on the Ethical Insights Dear Reader, It's November and that time of year in London for The Business Show. This year, they've highlighted that those who attend the keynote session can gain CPD accreditation. The promise of CPD accreditation is great, though I couldn’t help but spot a red flag among the speakers. The insight this week is short and to the point because there's no reason to drag out what you hear me say all the time but...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Going Beyond Compliance Read the Article Now Dear Reader, There have been quite a few changes this year when it comes to employment rights updates, which got me distracted enough to write a piece on business practices. By now I'm sure you're fully aware of the three elements that make up HouseRules - rules have to be balanced with ethical standards to support the internal community. While policies that house the rules and regulations provide the structure, they don't guarantee fairness,...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Shifting the Focus Let's Talk Dear Reader, This week, I’ve been reflecting on what The Ethical Strategist stands for and the conflicting messages we hear in the business world. We’re often advised to address our customers' pain points, which got me thinking about parallels with diets and exercise plans (more on that later, not today). But as I scroll through social media, I see tips, hints and tricks on how to be savvy, slick, and “win” at business. There’s an overwhelming emphasis on being a...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Don't Get Caught Off Guard! HouseRules Dear Reader, As we move into the final quarter, the employment rights changes continue as the “Tipping” Act comes into force on Tuesday, 1st October. Here’s the thing: the government had a code of best practice available since October 2009! Now, business owners where tipping is commonplace would be expected to have set out how they distribute service charges and gratuities. In short, that’s another policy and procedure as well as thinking through the...
3 months ago • 1 min read
To Be the Hero - Ditch Help Good morning Reader, As I write to you this evening, I can’t shake the words of someone special ringing in my ears: "I help X do Y – that's just so 🤬 boring!" Now, my language may not be as colourful, but I have to agree. It wasn’t until it was pointed out that most LinkedIn profiles begin with this very phrase. Help is for those who wish to fit in, not for those who want to stand out. And I’m not talking about being the centre of attention or hogging the...
4 months ago • 1 min read