Beschreibung:
Bringing together contributors from a wide range of disciplines, countries and perspectives this book provides a thought-provoking overview of the human dimension of the workplace. It covers workplace problems as well as potential solutions. Essential reading for anyone committed to making the workplace a humane and effective place.
A thought-provoking book that provides a wide-ranging overview of workplace well-being
Preface Acknowledgements Introduction PART I: WORKPLACE PROBLEMS Stress; N.Thompson Conflict, Aggression and Bullying; N.Thompson & L.Brooksbank Drug and Alcohol Problems; I.Madoc Jones Mental Health Problems; S.Desai Racism; G.Singh Loss, Grief and Trauma; N.Thompson & S.Thompson PART II: PROMOTING WELL-BEING Learning and Development; J.Bates Leadership; P.Gilbert Managing Sickness Absence; M.Tehan Women-friendly Workplaces; B.Metcalf Spirituality in the Workplace; B.Moss PART III: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES A United States Perspective; S.de Mello A Hong Kong Perspective; S.Ng An Australian Perspective; J.Bottomley A Greek Perspective; V.Ioakimidis An Indian Perspective; G.Prem Singh Conclusion References Index