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Before getting down to a task, adults and children alike tend to weigh up the benefits and risks at stake. Shutterstock

Are we really programmed to be lazy?

Do people have a natural aversion to putting in the effort or wasting effort?
Even well-intentioned leaders may, at times, engage in toxic behaviour that diminishes others. Minerva Studio / Shutterstock

The cost of toxic leadership in the workplace – and how to avoid it

The toxic energy of a bad boss can spread through organisations – new research shows how serious it can be.
Most immigrant cybersecurity professionals come to Canada with strong educational backgrounds and skills in technology, but while high human capital facilitates their entrance into the labour market, their career progression is often constrained by the absence of mentorship, professional networks, language and cultural adjustment challenges. (Unsplash)

Canada’s cybersecurity sector has a pipeline problem — and a glass ceiling

Canada’s cybersecurity labour shortage cannot be solved simply by recruiting skilled immigrants, because systemic barriers — especially for racialized immigrant women — limit their integration, advancement and retention.
Workplace harassment often continues not because it goes unnoticed, but because speaking up feels risky. (Getty Images/Unsplash+)

Why workplace harassment persists despite policies — and what leaders can do

Employees often recognize workplace harassment but choose not to report it. New research explores the social dynamics behind that silence and what can change it.
Research on employee silence shows fears and a lack of trust in corporate whistleblowing framework suggests the future of the workplace is anything but “woke”. Serato/Shutterstock

Red flags in the workplace: why whistleblowers are still few and far between

Are whistleblowing frameworks at the root of employee silence on legal, ethical or financial misconduct? A free tool for integrity professionals seeks to improve channels for encouraging employees to speak up.
Research shows the best operating room outcomes emerge when surgeons combine clear direction with trust and open communication. (Getty Images/Unsplash+)

When it comes to surgery, your doctor’s leadership skills play a crucial role

Surgeons are often judged by their technical skill. But new research shows that how they lead their teams can make a critical difference to patient outcomes.

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