29/09/2026
My favourite song is Dreams by Fleetwood Mac.
A Stevie Nicks masterpiece from an album full of complicated working relationships, emotional fallout and people somehow still producing excellent work. Ethereal, iconic and further evidence that Stevie Nicks is a queen, and that is not up for discussion.
But, rumour has it there were one or two HR issues at play:
The workplace relationships were under serious strain. If your team is processing heartbreak while still expected to deliver a career-defining project, some proper support might be advisable.
The communication style was poetic, but not especially direct. Beautiful lyrics are one thing, but in workplace conflict, people usually need clarity, not clues.
Professional boundaries were doing a lot of heavy lifting. Continuing to work closely after a breakup can be done, but only with clear expectations, mutual respect and probably a few awkward conversations.
The wellbeing risks were obvious. Emotional upheaval, pressure to perform and unresolved tension are not exactly the foundations of a healthy workplace, even if they do create an incredible song.
HR lesson: People can still produce brilliant work during difficult times, but that does not mean the workplace should ignore the impact. Good communication, boundaries and support matter, even when the soundtrack is excellent.
