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Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment: 4 Steps Every Business Owner Should Take
Bullying, discrimination and harassment are not only issues in large corporations—they can occur in any setting. If not dealt with, they...
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Why Goals Fail: Focus on Process, Not Targets
We’ve all heard the statistics: most New Year’s business goals and resolutions end in failure. While different surveys offer varying...
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4 Steps to a Hassle-Free Staff Christmas Party
With the holiday season here, office Christmas parties are starting. These parties are a fun way to celebrate and bring the team...
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Difference Between Volunteer, Employee and Independent Contractors
Are you confident that you have correctly identified and categorised workers in your organisation? Employees, independent contractors,...
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5 Simple Steps to Make Meetings More Productive (and Less Painful)
Let’s be honest—meetings can be a massive drain. Most of us have seen our schedules packed with back-to-back meetings that leave us...
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Why You Should Know What "Reasonable Management Action" Means
Having a clear grasp of the concept of "reasonable management action" is crucial as it plays a significant role in employee performance...
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5 Reasons You’re Not Hitting Your Business Goals (And How to Fix It)
CEOs have big goals. But all too often, they get sidetracked; busy putting out fires, getting stuck in the day-to-day grind, or swamped...
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3 Real-Life Examples of Procedural Fairness Gone Wrong
Procedural fairness is essential for employers in managing misconduct and underperformance, safeguarding against legal disputes.
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You Have Found The Perfect Candidate - Now What?
Sending a job offer email is one of the quickest ways to communicate essential job details, (think salary, days and hours of work,...
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Understanding Positive Duty: What You Need to Know
Have you heard about your obligations of positive duty, but are unsure of what it means? If so, this article is for you. I'll explain...
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8 Traps When Facing Those Difficult Employee Conversations
Difficult conversations are inevitable when you manage people. Whether you're addressing performance issues with them, negotiating a...
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Record Keeping - What You Need To Know
Keeping records might not be the most exciting part of running a business, but it's a non-negotiable. Good record keeping can save you...
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Employee Deductions: Legal or Not?
New rules apply for employee authorised deductions. As an employer, be clear on what you can and cannot do. Deductions that are lawful...
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Forced Resignation or Voluntary Exit?
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently reviewed a case involving an employee who alleged she was compelled to resign from her position...
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What Does The Closing Loopholes Bill Mean for Your Business?
Did you know that recent changes in legislation could significantly impact how you manage your business? The Closing Loopholes Bill aims...
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Employment Changes: What You Need to Know from 1 July 2024
Starting July 1st, 2024, several important updates have been made to the Fair Work Act, that affect both employers and employees. Here’s...
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Understanding Redundancies
In today's dynamic job market, redundancies have become increasingly prevalent. A redundancy, also known as being laid off or made...
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Top 3 HR Legal Changes of 2024 You Need To Know
Employment laws keep evolving, and it's more and more difficult to stay on top of the changes when you're busy running your business....
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The 5 Missed Opportunities in Your Recruitment Process
Unless you're a solopreneur, your recruitment is the cornerstone of building a successful company, yet many businesses overlook key...
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Important Changes To Travel Time In The Real Estate Award
The Fair Work Commission has recently updated the Real Estate Industry Award to clarify payment entitlements for Excess Travelling....
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