It is universally recognized that fair work environments lead to better outcomes, but why exactly does this happen, and how can fairness be promoted? Based on the evidence that globally increasing employee discontent widely stems from unfair treatment, this guide seeks to answer these questions and more. Although worldwide efforts to improve fair treatment at work have been underway for several years, unfair workplace practices and environments persist. Part One of this book details basic requirements for a workplace (fairness, good faith working conditions, a sense of belonging) and then describes common unfair work conditions, seeking to bridge a gap between what employees desire in a workplace and how managers view and share expectations. Part Two builds on this knowledge to create a fair-workplace action plan: build trust through honesty and self-awareness, promote empathetic and communicative relationships, take accountability, create a cultural safety net, and implement clear policies.

Intelligent and insightful, this is a perfect guide for both employees and managers. The author treats both sides fairly, describing the importance of employee engagement to company productivity and the impact of management on employee well-being equally. She breaks down her action plan into manageable steps, providing recommendations and pointing out common pitfalls with clear-eyed precision. Backed by contemporary research and expert opinions, her work eloquently articulates truths and strategies to create a more vibrant workplace. Although packed with data and insight, this text is far from dry. Instead, it is an engaging exploration filled with "Fairness Factors," timely quotes, images, real-life stories, and sparks of good humor. Extremely well-organized, thoroughly researched, and incredibly well done, this is a work that should be read by every professional, regardless of their career stage.

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