Kirstin Ferguson
Dr. Kirstin Ferguson is a respected leadership expert and author known for her insights into workplace dynamics, career development, and effective leadership strategies. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in various leadership roles, she advises individuals and organizations on navigating complex workplace challenges. As the writer of the weekly advice column 'Got a Minute?', she addresses a range of pressing professional issues, offering practical solutions and guidance to help individuals thrive in their careers.
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Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
I’ve been boxed in at work since becoming a father. What do I do?
Australia· 2026-02-04Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
Are unpaid shifts legal in Australia? What to do about itAustralia· 2026-01-27Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
My Secret Santa gift is a dud. Can I ask for a better one?Australia· 2025-12-17
Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute?
How to deal with resentment over financial successAustralia· 2025-10-08Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
I earn less than someone I manage. How is this fair?Australia· 2025-08-12Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
I praised my team member. Why am I in trouble?Australia· 2025-07-30Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute?
Knocked back for a job because I’m gayAustralia· 2025-07-22Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
My boss secretly records meetings: Is this legal?Australia· 2025-06-18Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
How to handle a sexist managerAustralia· 2025-06-04Dr Kirstin Ferguson’s book challenges leaders to seek out the unknown.
How to find tou blindspots and how it makes you a better bossAustralia· 2025-05-31
Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
Workplace jargon is driving me madAustralia· 2025-05-27Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
My teenage daughter has just started a part-time job. How can I help her deal with rude customers?Australia· 2025-05-20Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
How to resolve conflict in the workplaceAustralia· 2025-05-07The key thing for chief executives to do now, according to leadership expert and Sydney Morning Herald columnist Kirstin Ferguson, is to become aware of what they don’t know.
Lashing out at staff is bad for business – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-04
Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
My son was assaulted at work, yet he was fired. What are his rights?Australia· 2025-04-29The key thing for chief executives to do now, according to leadership expert and Sydney Morning Herald columnist Kirstin Ferguson, is to become aware of what they don’t know.
Have you got a shouty, negative boss? You’re not the only one – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-28Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
Should I call them out?Australia· 2025-04-22Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
My boss is sexually harassing me, but I love my job. What can I do?Australia· 2025-04-15Dr Kirstin Ferguson writes an advice column discussing workplace issues and employee rights.
Dr Kirstin Ferguson advice column, Got a Minute? My former manager’s career is thriving but I still feel the sting of injusticeAustralia· 2025-04-08Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
My teen’s boss says she won’t be paid while she’s learning the job. Is this legal?Australia· 2025-04-01Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column Got a Minute.
I thought we agreed I could work from home. My boss now says ‘no’Australia· 2025-03-25
Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
A colleague’s past has resurfaced. Now I can’t look at himAustralia· 2025-03-18Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
I got a pay rise, but it’s still less than others earn. Is this right?Australia· 2025-03-13Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
Poorly performing staff – why do so many businesses tolerate them?Australia· 2025-03-04Dr Kirstin Ferguson tackles questions on workplace, career and leadership in her advice column.
My colleagues keep interrupting when I’m working. What can I do?Australia· 2025-02-25