Research shows there’s a positive correlation between “high-touch” teams and success, but it may be wise to confine this to the basketball court—or get a puppy, says Terry Williams. While he’s no tree hugger, he is interested in finding out just what the right amount of positivity is for a productive workplace.

The Warehouse Group’s chief people office Anna Campbell says she loves her job more every day. She talks to Raewyn Court about ensuring the organisation’s employees feel well cared for.

It may be unrealistic to expect someone to turn a weakness into a strength. Wouldn’t it be better to focus on enhancing those elements that already make us strong, asks Jayne Muller. She explores the principles of strengths-based coaching.

Effective leaders engage their people to reach their potential and achieve great results, and the best way to do this is with coaching. Ruth Donde and Lettie Dalton outline a coaching approach that will help unleash that potential.

Building design plays a crucial role in creating healthy and productive workplaces. Sally Wenley talks to two Auckland businesses which have taken this message on board with their new purpose-designed office and warehouse facilities.

A well-designed office really does make an impact on employee productivity and job satisfaction, says Lizzi Hines. She shares the findings of a recent survey of office workers, and outlines the factors that can make a difference to the way we work.

Rapid advances in technology are making it easier than ever to interact with colleagues—wherever they might be. Laura Owen explains how such innovation is helping HR create more connected and engaged workforces.

As more companies and their workers tap into the world of social media, it’s important for employers to set clear expectations before a problem arises, says Amy Scott.

Coaching is a committed relationship in which the person being coached is empowered and enabled to deliver extraordinary performance, says Huma Houghton. She explains how transformational learning makes that happen.

Over the past year there have been some significant awards made for hurt, humiliation and distress. Paul Robertson outlines five cases of unjustified dismissal—with compensation ranging from $5000 to $22,000—and asks if you can match the facts to the award.