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Section : CASE STUDY - Communication
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk illustrates a case study within the "Using best practice to avoid, manage and resolve disputes at work" section of the document, highlighting the importance of effective communication between employees and managers in resolving workplace disputes, specifically regarding pay issues. It emphasizes the potential consequences of inadequate communication and the role of the Fair Work Ombudsman in addressing such concerns.
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Jamila works in a café. She thinks there might be a problem with her pay and tries to speak with her manager. The manager says Jamila's pay is correct, but that she doesn't have time to talk about it. Jamila feels frustrated and distracted at work. She is still unsure about her pay and is now upset with her manager. Her manager notices Jamila's performance has declined but is unsure why. A few weeks later Jamila contacts the Fair Work Ombudsman, who check her award classification and explain that her pay is correct. While Jamila's employer wasn't doing anything against the law, this issue could have been avoided if she had taken the time to talk Jamila about how she had determined the correct pay rate. fairwork.gov.au | Fair Work Infoline: 13 13 94 | ABN: 43 884 188 232 When preparing to talk to an employee about issues in the workplace, managers should consider the following questions:
- What issue does Jamila have regarding her employment at the café?
- How does Jamila feel about her situation with her pay and her manager?
- What action does Jamila take after her conversation with her manager?
- What was the outcome of Jamila's contact with the Fair Work Ombudsman?
- Why might Jamila's employer not be considered at fault despite the misunderstanding?
- How does Jamila's performance at work change after her initial conversation with her manager?
- What could the manager have done differently to prevent the situation with Jamila?
- What are some potential consequences of not addressing employee concerns in the workplace?
- In what ways can communication between employees and managers impact workplace morale?
- What resources are available for employees who have concerns about their pay?