Fighting the surcharge ban
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese couldn't be clearer. He wants to ban credit card surcharges.
Proof poor leadership equals unhappy staff
Employee satisfaction is at an all-time low, and the main cause is workplace leadership.
Incorporating HR into your business strategy
For small businesses, the cost of human resources can be substantial. But as companies grow and leadership focus becomes increasingly divided, the need for a well-integrated HR function, becomes imperative.
Don't be afraid of new wage theft laws
From the first of January, 2025, small business owners who deliberately underpay their workers will face criminal prosecution.
Don't be afraid of new wage theft laws
From the first of January, 2025, small business owners who deliberately underpay their workers will face criminal prosecution.
Incorporating HR into your business strategy
For small businesses, the cost of human resources can be substantial.
Driving team performance by aligning goals
How good are you at motivating your accounting firm team members to achieve their goals?
Mastering the art of negotiation
To be a successful negotiator you need to keep your emotions in check, use the right the words and phrases, and pay attention to your body language.
How to make better decisions
How good are you at making big strategic decisions? A bad one could spell disaster down the track.
New privacy laws to hit SMEs
A Federal Parliamentary Committee is now considering some of the biggest changes to the Privacy Act in decades.
The new rules on flexible work arrangements
Changes to the Fair Work Act mean that employers must consider any type of flexible working request.
Keeping hold of your key talent
With five generations in the workplace, it's important leaders understand the differing values and motivations of each generation to effectively attract and retain talent.
Keeping hold of your key talent
With five generations in the workplace, it's important leaders understand the differing values and motivations of each generation to effectively attract and retain talent.
Have your staff run out of sick days?
A large number of Australian employees are turning up to work unwell due to depleted sick leave and cost-of-living pressures. With no remaining sick days, they go to the office feeling unwell because they can't afford unpaid leave.
Have your staff run out of sick days?
A large number of Australian employees are turning up to work unwell due to depleted sick leave and cost-of-living pressures. With no remaining sick days, they go to the office feeling unwell because they can't afford unpaid leave.
Embracing millennials in the age of AI
As lovers of technology, the millennial generation is not fearful of AI, but engage with it to seek workplace improvement and explore how it can improve the world around us.
Are you on top of the minimum wage increase?
With employment remaining low at close to 4%, employers still continue to face sharp competition for talent. Added to that and other economic challenges has been the recent increase in the national minimum wage.
'Right to disconnect' law explained
Soon, employees will have the legal right to ignore contact from their employer after hours. The "right to disconnect" law takes effect this month for employers other than small business operators.
The rise of entitlement
Have you noticed an increasing sense of entitlement among your employees? You wouldn't be the only one, according to Roxanne Calder, who says there are more entitled employees these days than in previous generations.
Are your employees disengaged?
Have you been relying too much on just a handful of your most diligent employees to do everything in the business? You're leaning on them to complete projects and delivering results on a daily basis.
Embracing millennials in the age of AI
As lovers of technology, the millennial generation is not fearful of AI, but engage with it to seek workplace improvement and explore how it can improve the world around us.
Are you on top of the minimum wage increase?
With employment remaining low at close to 4%, employers still continue to face sharp competition for talent. Added to that and other economic challenges has been the recent increase in the national minimum wage.
'Right to disconnect' law explained
Soon, employees will have the legal right to ignore contact from their employer after hours. The "right to disconnect" law takes effect this month for employers other than small business operators.
The rise of entitlement
Have you noticed an increasing sense of entitlement among your employees? You wouldn't be the only one, according to Roxanne Calder, who says there are more entitled employees these days than in previous generations.
Are hybrid days numbered?
If you're wondering how other businesses are handling their teams working-from-home, you might be surprised that most people are coming back to the office. But not everyone - a significant percentage are working a hybrid arrangement.
Are hybrid days numbered?
If you're wondering how other businesses are handling their teams working-from-home, you might be surprised that most people are coming back to the office. But not everyone - a significant percentage are working a hybrid arrangement.
How to handle different personalities
Do you find some people on your team are difficult to communicate with? Perhaps they don’t give straight answers, or they dominate group conversations, or they're outright hostile.
Be diverse and be authentic
Attitudes about diversity and inclusion in the workplace and marketplace have change dramatically over recent decades.
Be diverse and be authentic
Attitudes about diversity and inclusion in the workplace and marketplace have changed dramatically over recent decades.
Definition change of casual employment
If you currently employ casual staff, now's the time to check whether in fact their employment is genuinely casual.
Definition change of casual employment
If you currently employ casual staff, now's the time to check whether in fact their employment is genuinely casual.
'Right to Disconnect' law explained
A new law has been introduced to address the blurring boundaries between work and personal life.
'Right to Disconnect' law explained
A new law has been introduced to address the blurring boundaries between work and personal life. 
Boosting your workplace productivity
Our workplace productivity has taken a dive in the last couple of years. In fact, it dropped 3.7% in 2022-23 from the previous 12 months, according to the Australian Productivity Commission. 
Boosting your workplace productivity
Our workplace productivity has taken a dive in the last couple of years. In fact, it dropped 3.7% in 2022-23 from the previous 12 months, according to the Australian Productivity Commission.
2024 HR trends
As we head into another year, have you wondered how other businesses are handling their HR function? Karen Gately, founder and CEO of Corporate Dojo, reflects on the most important trends in HR and workplace culture right now.
Tackling the impact of trauma
Since the pandemic, the rate of people recording psychological distress has increased massively. That's according to corporate mental health advisor Kerry Howard.
A change to casual employment rules
The federal government is considering amending the definition of a casual employee. It's not enough to offer and agree to casual employment for your staff if the manner in which the employee works doesn't fit the definition.
Have you made the wrong hire?
What happens when the person you've hired isn't performing as you'd hoped? It's important to have an onboarding process that continues well after the employee's first day, says workplace expert Michelle Gibbings.
When staff ask for a pay rise
Inflation and cost-of-living pressures have contributed to a tightening of household budgets, which leads to employees scrutinising their pay packets. Some feel they should be getting paid more.
Why volunteering is good business
Australians are a caring and sharing lot. Some 25 percent of us volunteer on a formal basis. A lot of companies allow their staff to take time off for volunteering activities, including the state emergency services, environmental organisations, and so on.
Have you made the wrong hire?
What happens when the person you've hired isn't performing as you'd hoped? It's important to have an onboarding process that continues well after the employee's first day, says workplace expert Michelle Gibbings.
When staff ask for a pay rise
Inflation and cost-of-living pressures have contributed to a tightening of household budgets, which leads to employees scrutinising their pay packets. Some feel they should be getting paid more.
Why volunteering is good business
Australians are a caring and sharing lot. Some 25 percent of us volunteer on a formal basis. A lot of companies allow their staff to take time off for volunteering activities, including the state emergency services, environmental organisations, and so on.
Dealing with unmotivated staff
If you want to motivate your team, retain good talent and create an environment where everyone is performing, it's important to take the time to get to know your team members individually.
Dealing with unmotivated staff
If you want to motivate your team, retain good talent and create an environment where everyone is performing, it's important to take the time to get to know your team members individually.
The importance of great HR
An HR manager with commercial nous is invaluable to a business achieving its goals. An effective HR team can help you work through complex business challenges and sensitive issues; they can also assist with achieving longer-term strategic objectives.
The importance of great HR
An HR manager with commercial nous is invaluable to a business achieving its goals. An effective HR team can help you work through complex business challenges and sensitive issues; they can also assist with achieving longer-term strategic objectives.
Gen Z paradox
Generation Z exudes confidence while looking into darkness. That’s according to the latest Employee Sentiment Index conducted by ELMO Software.
How to handle the perpetual workplace “victim”
When someone’s emotional or psychological needs are unmet, they may adopt a victim mentality as a way of drawing attention to themselves. This behaviour is an insidious workplace issue.
Gen Z paradox
Generation Z exudes confidence while looking into darkness. That’s according to the latest Employee Sentiment Index conducted by ELMO Software.
How to handle the perpetual workplace “victim”
When someone’s emotional or psychological needs are unmet, they may adopt a victim mentality as a way of drawing attention to themselves. This behaviour is an insidious workplace issue.
Should wages rise with inflation?
With inflation the highest it’s been for decades, employees might come to you demanding they’re salary should increase too.
Should wages rise with inflation?
With inflation the highest it’s been for decades, employees might come to you demanding they’re salary should increase too.
How to tell staff to look & smell better
How do you explain to a member of your team that they have body odour? It’s a delicate conversation – you don’t want them to feel terrible, but it’s important to let them know. HR guru and CEO of Corporate Dojo, Karen Gately, has some advice.
Shaping workplace culture
Workplace culture is fundamental to the success of your business. If your people aren’t happy, the productivity and profits of your business are greatly impacted.
How to tell staff to look & smell better
How do you explain to a member of your team that they have body odour? It’s a delicate conversation – you don’t want them to feel terrible, but it’s important to let them know. HR guru and CEO of Corporate Dojo, Karen Gately, has some advice.
Shaping workplace culture
Workplace culture is fundamental to the success of your business. If your people aren’t happy, the productivity and profits of your business are greatly impacted.
The ‘Great Resignation’ is over
The so-called ‘Great Resignation’ following COVID is over. That’s according to the CEO and Founder of ELMO Software, Danny Lessem. ELMO surveyed about 1000 Australian workers and found that 70 per cent are now keen to stay with their current employe
Your obligations to new flexible work arrangements
Employers have to make a genuine effort to accommodate an employee’s request for flexible work arrangements. That’s one of the new rules to take effect on 6 June, 2023, following changes to the Fair Work Legislation.
New rules for job ads
New rules have come into effect that may change the way some small businesses undertake recruitment. It’s now illegal to advertise jobs that pay below the minimum wage — or award — for every job.
The ‘Great Resignation’ is over
The so-called ‘Great Resignation’ following COVID is over. That’s according to the CEO and Founder of ELMO Software, Danny Lessem. ELMO surveyed about 1000 Australian workers and found that 70 per cent are now keen to stay with their current employe
Your obligations to new flexible work arrangements
Employers have to make a genuine effort to accommodate an employee’s request for flexible work arrangements. That’s one of the new rules to take effect on 6 June, 2023, following changes to the Fair Work Legislation.
New rules for job ads
New rules have come into effect that may change the way some businesses undertake recruitment. It’s now illegal to advertise jobs that pay below the minimum wage — or award — for every job.
How detailed are your employment contracts?
If your employment agreements fit one page and cover only your staff’s role, then they are nowhere good enough, says business lawyer Tracey Mylecharane.
New rules to end staff pay secrecy
Australian law has changed when it comes to secrecy provisions in employment contracts, and it’s something all business owners and managers need to come to terms with. It’s now illegal to include any secrecy provision in new employment contracts.
How detailed are your employment contracts?
If your employment agreements fit one page and cover only your staff’s role, then they are nowhere good enough, says business lawyer Tracey Mylecharane.
How to handle the sickie
This year’s Australia Day holiday fell on a Thursday. Some employees around the country saw that as an opportunity to take a sickie, and have an extra-long weekend. But, others were genuinely ill. As a boss, how do you know if someone’s being honest?
How to handle the sickie
This year’s Australia Day holiday fell on a Thursday. Some employees around the country saw that as an opportunity to take a sickie, and have an extra-long weekend. But, others were genuinely ill. As a boss, how do you know if someone’s being honest?
Crafting great job ads
It’s challenging for companies across most industries to find people right now. An increasingly popular tool is LinkedIn, where people tend to post a comprehensive list of their work history, like a traditional resume.
Crafting great job ads
It’s challenging for companies across most industries to find people right now. An increasingly popular tool is LinkedIn, where people tend to post a comprehensive list of their work history, like a traditional resume.
Is there a narcissist among you?
Do you have a narcissist in your business? At first glance, they may be just the cool and confident go-getter you’re hoping for.
5 Impacts of the great reshuffle
Since the lifting of lockdowns, the ideas around how and why we work have been thrown into question. Rather than the ‘great resignation’, it’s more like the ‘great reshuffle’.
What to do when staff leave
A staff member leaving the business could invoke feelings of sadness, goodwill or even relief. Regardless, it’s important for managers to always acknowledge the departing colleague appropriately.
5 Impacts of the great reshuffle
Since the lifting of lockdowns, the ideas around how and why we work have been thrown into question. Rather than the ‘great resignation’, it’s more like the ‘great reshuffle’.
What to do when staff leave
A staff member leaving your practice could invoke feelings of sadness, goodwill or even relief. Regardless, it’s important for managers to always acknowledge the departing colleague appropriately.
Hiring people who like people
No matter how wonderful your product is, consumers will remember your brand from good, bad or ugly customer experiences. So, it’s imperative you have people-loving people on the frontline.
Hiring people who like people
No matter how wonderful your product or service is, consumers will remember your brand from good, bad or ugly customer experiences. So, it’s imperative you have people-loving people on the frontline.
Why a hybrid workforce is here to stay
One thing COVID has taught us is that for many businesses work can be done from anywhere. A hybrid model of working is here to stay, says leadership expert Scott Stein. He identifies five global trends which are accelerating hybrid workforces.
How to handle the staff shortage crisis
The big issue affecting accounting firms around the country is staff shortages. It’s always been an issue, but it’s now more acute than ever. So, what can you do to attract the right talent and keep them with you for the long-term?
Why a hybrid workforce is here to stay
One thing COVID has taught us is that for many businesses work can be done from anywhere. A hybrid model of working is here to stay, says leadership expert Scott Stein. He identifies five global trends which are accelerating hybrid workforces.
Should you give a pay rise?
Have you considered offering pay rises to your staff to reflect the rise in inflation? There’s a lot to consider, including whether you can afford it, whether your staff deserves it, and what the right salary is for your industry.
Should you give a pay rise?
Have you considered offering pay rises to your staff to reflect the rise in inflation? There’s a lot to consider, including whether you can afford it, whether your staff deserves it, and what the right salary is for your industry.
How to retain your top talent
The labour crisis gripping the small business sector is putting many owners on edge. Not only can they not find new workers, but there is also a constant concern that top talent could be poached at any time.
Make “work from home” work
One thing we’ve learnt during COVID is that working from home has been beneficial to a lot of employees. Many want to continue with that arrangement. But how do you do it well, so it’s a positive for the staff, the boss and the business?
How to retain your top talent
The current labour shortfall is putting many business owners on edge. Not only can they not find new workers, but there is also a constant concern that top talent could be poached at any time.
Make “work from home” work
One thing we’ve learnt during COVID is that working from home has been beneficial to a lot of employees. Many want to continue with that arrangement. But how do you do it well, so it’s a positive for the staff, the boss and the business?
Dealing with self-entitled employees
A self-entitled employee is someone who thinks they should be paid more, who always wants promotions, the best opportunities, bonuses and take holidays only when it suits them.
Biggest accounting trends
One of the biggest challenges for practices around the country right now is the shortage of accountants. A shrinking talent pool is indeed a headache, but it’s also an opportunity to reassess which of your clients provide the best value.
Dealing with self-entitled employees
A self-entitled employee is someone who thinks they should be paid more, who always wants promotions, the best opportunities, bonuses and take holidays only when it suits them.
Dealing with the labour shortage
Borders may have opened and most COVID restrictions dropped, but drastic labour shortages persist for many businesses. With about 750 pharmacies to manage, as well as a head office of 65, Ann-Maree Chadwick has experienced the problem first-hand.
6 priorities for better team performance
If your team isn’t performing as best as it should, perhaps the reason is you, says Karen Gately. The ingredients to building a successful team, she explains, comes down to the boss’s accountability, ownership and leading by example.
Dealing with the labour shortage
Borders may have opened and most COVID restrictions dropped, but drastic labour shortages persist for many businesses. With about 750 pharmacies to manage, as well as a head office of 65, Ann-Maree Chadwick has experienced the problem first-hand.
Rules around casual employment
It’s more important than ever to have a written employment contract in place with all your staff, and that includes your casual workforce. That advice is from lawyer Paul Cott, who discusses the rules around casual employment.
Team success starts with you
If your team isn’t performing as best as it should, perhaps the reason is you, says Karen Gately. The ingredients to building a successful team, she explains, comes down to the boss’s accountability, ownership and leading by example.
Has COVID eaten your culture?
If COVID-19 has taught us anything over the last two years, it’s the importance of workplace culture. Greg Halse, Partner at Mazars, says now is a good time to connect with your people, and understand what motivates them.
Outsourcing HR: what to look
Your business has grown to a size that needs help with HR. You can’t justify employing HR within your ranks, so you might need to outsource the function.
Outsourcing HR: what to look for
Your business has grown to a size that needs help with HR. You can’t justify employing HR within your ranks, so you might need to outsource the function.
How do you reward your staff?
The performance of most people at work is influenced by the extent to which they feel acknowledged and appreciated.
New sexual harassment protections at work
The workplace should be one that is safe and free from discrimination, bullying and harassment. To help ensure the workplace is safer for employees, a new bill came into effect in November 2021 which aims to prevent sexual harassment.
New sexual harassment protections at work
The workplace should be one that is safe and free from discrimination, bullying and harassment. To help ensure the workplace is safer for employees, a new bill came into effect in November 2021 which aims to prevent sexual harassment
No jab, no job – no problem?
As the vaccination rate among Australians increases, many businesses are considering what they can do to stay open. Can they mandate a ‘no jab, no job’ policy?
No jab, no job – no problem?
As the vaccination rate among Australians increases, many businesses are considering what they can do to stay open. Can they mandate a ‘no jab, no job’ policy?
Dealing with COVID fatigue
Let’s be honest, COVID’s exhausting. But are you coping? Or are you reaching the end of your tether - which can be a whole lot more dangerous, according to corporate psychologist Rhonda Andrews.
Returning to the workplace – transition issues!
“OK, time to get back to the office!” Is that your attitude? Because if it is, you may want to think again or lose your best staff, who are quite prepared to vote with their feet if returning to the workplace means losing a decent work-life balance.
Working from anywhere can work
One of the positives of the past year of COVID-related lockdowns and restrictions has been the revelation that many employees can work from anywhere.
Working from anywhere can work
One of the positives of the past year of COVID-related lockdowns and restrictions has been the revelation that many employees can work from anywhere.
Easing the pain of post-JobKeeper layoffs
Many small businesses have managed to stay afloat thanks to the government’s JobKeeper program. But as JobKeeper is withdrawn, serious cost-cutting may be needed to keep the doors open, and that might include the grim task of laying off staff.
Are you breadcrumbing staff?
Promising your employees bonuses or promotions, but never following through, is known as “breadcrumbing”.
Easing the pain of post-JobKeeper layoffs
Many small businesses have managed to stay afloat thanks to the government’s JobKeeper program. But as JobKeeper is withdrawn, serious cost-cutting may be needed to keep the doors open, and that might include the grim task of laying off staff.
Are you breadcrumbing staff?
Promising your employees bonuses or promotions, but never following through, is known as “breadcrumbing”.
Join the good culture club
A growing number of business owners are realising that good workplace culture is critical to business health and success. Problem is, they’re not sure what they can do to improve that culture.
Join the good culture club
A growing number of business owners are realising that good workplace culture is critical to business health and success. Problem is, they’re not sure what they can do to improve that culture.
Managing conflict – the proactive approach
Conflict between co-workers or between managers and staff can have a devastating effect to the mental health of staff as well as a business’s bottom line.
Jabs, jobs & the law
The COVID vaccination roll-out may come as a huge relief for most people, but it brings all sorts of curly challenges for employers. For example, can you require staff to have the jab before they front up at work?
Jabs, jobs & the law
The COVID vaccination roll-out may come as a huge relief for most people, but it brings all sorts of curly challenges for employers. For example, can you require staff to have the jab before they front up at work?
Who’s heading back to the office?
Are you and your staff slowly heading back to the office? (COVID restrictions permitting, of course!) It’s not easy to manage.
Can you demand a return to the workplace?
It may not be yet but soon - perhaps very soon - employers will start entreating their staff back to the office. But what happens when employees resist the move and simply say “No”?
Avoiding unintended underpayments
“Oh no, I’ve stuffed up the payroll and underpaid my staff!” Heard that one before? Cheryl-Anne Laird of Mazars will tell you how easy and how common it is to make mistakes in payroll.
Who’s heading back to the office?
Are you and your staff slowly heading back to the office? (COVID restrictions permitting, of course!) It’s not easy to manage.
Can you demand a return to the workplace?
It may not be yet but soon - perhaps very soon - employers will start entreating their staff back to the office. But what happens when employees resist the move and simply say “No”?
Why bother with job descriptions?
If your employees don’t know what they’re supposed to do, how do they or even you know whether they are doing a good job? A job description is key, and it’s something that you should be updating regularly.
Why bother with job descriptions?
If your employees don’t know what they’re supposed to do, how do they or even you know whether they are doing a good job? A job description is key, and it’s something that you should be updating regularly.
A perfect storm for mature workers
Do you have a problem with employing mature-aged workers? Lots of us do, apparently. And that’s a huge shame - for employers who miss out on the experience that maturity brings and for mature workers as doors slam shut on their employment opportunities.
A perfect storm for mature workers
Do you have a problem with employing mature-aged workers? Lots of us do, apparently. And that’s a huge shame - for employers who miss out on the experience that maturity brings and for mature workers as doors slam shut on their employment opportunities.
The Laws around standing down staff
As you struggle to keep your doors open, you may be considering standing down staff, just until work resumes on the other side of this pandemic.
Preserving your mental health
It's hard enough running a business in normal times. With the extra burden the coronavirus crisis has inflicted, business owners need to develop strategies to support themselves and those around them.
The laws around standing down staff
As you struggle to keep your doors open, you may be considering standing down staff, just until work resumes on the other side of this pandemic.
Clarifying the current dismissal laws
The way your staff behaves may justify your decision in terminating their employment. But, if you don't follow due process, you may find yourself on the wrong side of an unfair dismissal claim.
Clarifying the current dismissal laws
The way your staff behaves may justify your decision in terminating their employment. But, if you don't follow due process, you may find yourself on the wrong side of an unfair dismissal claim.
Mental health warrior
Former AFL footballer Wayne Schwass has spent decades dealing with depression and anxiety and so he knows first-hand the debilitating effects it can have on one's personal and professional life.
Why uniforms boost your bottom line
Does your business have a uniform? It's not only beneficial for frontline staff, a shared dress code can improve morale for all members of an organisation – and it’s great for your brand.
Payroll perils and how to avoid them
You don't want to be caught underpaying staff, for all the obvious reasons. But inadvertently overpaying staff can also lead to expensive consequences.
Action on business funding - and the unfair dismissal rules
Two initiatives from the small business ombudsman aim to help create a fairer go for small business – better access to funds and a review of the unfair dismissal rules.
Payroll perils and how to avoid them
You don't want to be caught underpaying staff, for all the obvious reasons. But inadvertently overpaying staff can also lead to expensive consequences.
Winning the war on talent
Taking proper care in hiring the right employee could save down-the-road costs should disputes arise from a disgruntled employee.
Winning the war on talent
Taking proper care in hiring the right employee could save down-the-road costs should disputes arise from a disgruntled employee.
The dangers of employee burnout
Have the trends of mindfulness and wellness made us any less stressed? Staff under stress or experiencing trauma can be challenging for business owners.
The big business case for millennials
The millennial generation today makes up a large share of the Australian workforce and it's important to understand how to attract them for future business success.
Offering staff unlimited paid leave
Imagine letting your staff take as much leave as they want, fully paid! That's exactly what Amantha Imber allows for her team, and she hasn't regretted it one bit.
The big business case for millennials
The millennial generation today makes up a large share of the Australian workforce and it's important to understand how to attract them for future business success.
Offering staff unlimited paid leave
Imagine letting your staff take as much leave as they want, fully paid! That's exactly what Amantha Imber allows for her team, and she hasn't regretted it one bit.
Giving your sales people a fast start
If you're hiring new sales staff – or anyone for that matter – don't be lax with on-boarding them, insists sales expert Colin Pearce.
Employing casuals without flouting the rules
It's hard to know all the rules around employing casuals, but to protect you from the courts it's important that you do.
Ways to manage workplace conflict
Business owners and managers face enough worries without the extra burden of dealing with workplace conflict. If it does happen, what can you do?
Giving your sales people a fast start
If you're hiring new sales staff – or anyone for that matter – don't be lax with on-boarding them, insists sales expert Colin Pearce.
Employing casuals without flouting the rules
It's hard to know all the rules around employing casuals, but to protect you from the courts it's important that you do.
How to keep your star performers happy
With the summer holidays well and truly behind us, it's often now that key staff leave for another company.
9 ways to manage underperforming people
As much as we'd wish it, not all staff are high achievers. In fact, some people don't perform up to scratch. So, what can you do about them?
How to keep your star performers happy
With the summer holidays well and truly behind us, it's often now that key staff leave for another company.
9 ways to manage underperforming people
As much as we'd wish it, not all staff are high achievers. In fact, some people don't perform up to scratch. So, what can you do about them?
Personality assessment – it’s good for business!
Personality assessments are an absolute must to determine the people you hire are the right fit for the culture of your business, insists Diederik Gelderman.
Workplace behaviour in a #metoo world
As we head towards Christmas and the inevitable end-of-year parties, it's worth considering the behaviours that are not welcome.
Creative ways to reward staff
Bosses are often so focused on putting out fires that they neglect to recognise the good work done by their staff.
Designing a salary package that works
Getting the right balance for your staff's remuneration can be tricky, so what should you be thinking about?
Designing a salary package that works
Getting the right balance for your staff's remuneration can be tricky, so what should you be thinking about?
How to give feedback
A lot of business owners find it uncomfortable to provide constructive feedback to staff, and when they do it's often ineffective.
How to give feedback
A lot of business owners find it uncomfortable to provide constructive feedback to staff, and when they do it's often ineffective.
Managing staff performance
Mandy Holloway isn't a fan of your typical performance management appraisals which allow managers to hide behind a system.
Beware sociopaths in your business
He or she might come across as your new best friend, but the charming behaviour of a sociopath is merely a front for their own selfish intentions.
Managing staff performance
Mandy Holloway isn't a fan of your typical performance management appraisals which allow managers to hide behind a system.
Beware sociopaths in your business
He or she might come across as your new best friend, but the charming behaviour of a sociopath is merely a front for their own selfish intentions.
Embracing the next generation of employees
Millennials contribute significantly to the Australian workplace, and it behoves your practice to find and keep the key performers.
Managing talented but tricky staff
Sometimes your most talented employees are also the hardest to manage. How do you keep them in line?
Skilled but tricky: do your best employees undermine you?
Sometimes your most talented employees are also the hardest to manage. How do you keep them in line?
Managing presenteeism
Sick employees should steer clear of the workplace - not just for the sake of their health but for the health of your business too.
Is presenteeism hurting your business?
Sick employees should steer clear of the workplace - not just for the sake of their health but for the health of your business too.
Avoiding a #MeToo catastrophe in your business
Hollywood's #MeToo movement against sexual assault and harassment has shone a spotlight on workplaces around the world.
Avoiding a #MeToo catastrophe in your business
Hollywood's #MeToo movement against sexual assault and harassment has shone a spotlight on workplaces around the world.
Managing mental health issues
Mental health is such a pervasive force in Australia, it's important to understand more about it to help your staff in times of need.
Retention strategies to keep your best people
Finding talented people to work in your business is hard enough, but how do you ensure they don't leave?
Finding & keeping great people
We've all heard a business is only as good as the people in it - so how do you find and keep great people? Recruitment expert, Warren Howard, takes us through best hiring practices.
Dealing with depression & anxiety
Mental health is such a pervasive force in Australia, it's important to understand more about it to help your staff in times of need.
Finding & keeping great people
We've all heard a business is only as good as the people in it – so how do you find and keep great people? Recruitment expert, Warren Howard, takes us through best hiring practices.
Managing offensive Facebook posts
Are your employees aware that what they post on social media could have adverse consequences to the company?
The enduring problem of unfair dismissal claims
The Fair Work Act imposes complex barriers for employers looking to resolve issues around unfair dismissal claims. Yet those claims are pretty simple to lodge which is one reason why unfair dismissal claims remain an enduring bugbear for small businesses.
The enduring problem of unfair dismissal claims
The Fair Work Act imposes complex barriers for employers looking to resolve issues around unfair dismissal claims. Yet those claims are pretty simple to lodge which is one reason why unfair dismissal claims remain an enduring bugbear for small businesses.
Managing offensive Facebook posts
Are your employees aware that what they post on social media could have adverse consequences to the company?
Celebrate Christmas – but keep it safe!
After all the hard work you and your staff have put in during the year, you all deserve a chance to unwind. But just be careful!
Rules around personal leave & medical certificates
It’s inevitable that some staff will need time off because of illness. But what are the rules around providing it?
Rules around personal leave & medical certificates
It's inevitable that some staff will need time off because of illness. But what are the rules around providing it?
Would millennials want to work for you?
The millennial generation – those aged between 20-35 – is the future of your business, but how do you find them and get them to stay?
Would millennials want to work for you?
The millennial generation – those aged between 20-35 – is the future of your business, but how do you find them and get them to stay?
New skills for modern accounting
As accountants look to provide a whole range of different services driven by new technology, what does this mean for the kinds of skills young accountants need to develop to tackle the future?
Recruiting with psychometric assessments
What do psychometric assessments measure and why are they important in the recruiting process?
Bottom-line benefits from your staff’s wellbeing
The mental and physical health of your employees is important, not only for their own sakes, but for the health of the business, too.
Supporting staff with mental health issues
How do you know who suffers from it and what can you do to help?
Silly season watchouts
Have yourself a merry little Christmas, sure, but don’t let the end-of-year party get out of hand.
Silly season watchouts
Have yourself a merry little Christmas, sure, but don’t let the end-of-year party get out of hand.
Don’t waste staff potential
Corrinne Armour is passionate about zero waste when it comes to human potential in a business.
Clarifying the rules around annual leave
‘All work and no play’? Not anymore after the Fair Work Commission’s recent rule changes.
How to support staff with mental health issues
How do you know who suffers from it and what can you do to help?
How to support staff with mental health issues
How do you know who suffers from it and what can you do to help?
Clarifying the rules around annual leave
‘All work and no play’? Not anymore after the Fair Work Commission’s recent rule changes.
Managing conflicts at work
One of the biggest costs to business is conflict between team members.
Tough questions around staffing
A new financial year is a good time to take a thorough look at your resources - and that includes your human resources.
The rules around part-time, casual & temporary employment
Attributing the right job statuses to your employees can be complicated!
The rules around part-time, casual & temporary employment
Attributing the right job statuses to your employees can be complicated!
Your obligations under the Fair Work Act
Don’t get caught out by the myriad and ever-changing workplace rules.
Employee equity incentive plans: good idea?
There are many ways to incentivise and remunerate staff, but what works best?
Your obligations under the Fair Work Act
Don’t get caught out by the myriad of ever-changing workplace rules.
Building a succession management culture
The mass retirement of baby boomers has left many businesses underprepared.
Managing your staff’s performance
How effective is the annual performance review? And is there a better way?
Managing your staff’s performance
How effective is the annual performance review? And is there a better way?
Attracting and retaining high performing staff
You might be convinced that your company is a great place to work, but how do you get the message out into the market?
Domestic violence leave explained
What exactly are the domestic violence leave and flexible work arrangements that some Australian states and companies have introduced?
Domestic violence leave explained
What exactly are the domestic violence leave and flexible work arrangements that some Australian states and companies have introduced?
Nurturing the next line
Don’t have the time or inclination to help develop the people around you into leaders? Think again.
How to handle difficult conversations
As painful as it is, like ripping off a bandaid, sometimes you just need to have a chat with a difficult staff member.
How to handle difficult conversations
As painful as it is, like ripping off a bandaid, sometimes you just need to have a chat with a difficult staff member.
Are you WHS compliant?
If you think workplace health and safety is dull and therefore unimportant, think again.
Don't let your staff drive you crazy
If you're frustrated by your staff's behaviour, is it because of the way you communicate?
Don't let your staff drive you crazy
If you're frustrated by your staff's behaviour, is it because of the way you communicate?
Benefits and risks of flexible work practices
Increasing numbers of businesses are recognising the benefits of flexible work arrangements, but there are risks too.
Hiring the right staff every time
You can train staff on key skills for the job, but you can’t train them on their attitude.
Hiring the right staff every time
You can train staff on key skills for the job, but you can’t train them on their attitude.
Making staff recognition programs work
When your employees are engaged and motivated your business performs better.
Making staff recognition programs work
When your employees are engaged and motivated your business performs better.
Managing leave entitlements
With so many leave entitlements across different jurisdictions, it’s no wonder businesses are crying out for help.
'Whole Brain Thinking' for a better practice
Take advantage of a new thinking technique and measure your progress.
Managing leave entitlements
With so many leave entitlements across different jurisdictions, it's no wonder businesses are crying out for help.
Employee share plan changes: the good, the bad and what to do
Thumbs up to Parliament's July 1 changes to employee share plans.
Black dog: the high price of success
Falling from the height of success - a business owner's journey to depression and back.
Managing mental health in the workplace
Don’t despair! There are many things employers can do to help alleviate stress and depression at work.
Managing mental health in the workplace
Don’t despair! There are many things employers can do to help alleviate stress and depression at work.
A guide to complying with workplace laws
What can businesses do to minimise disputes in the workplace?
A guide to complying with workplace laws
What can businesses do to minimise disputes in the workplace?
The integrated organisation
An efficient organisation is an integrated organisation.
All change: the new world of work
The 7 top trends transforming the workplace.
All change: the new world of work
The 7 top trends transforming the workplace.
Get ready for the future
The future is no longer around the corner - it has arrived!
Time to reconsider employee share plans?
Are your employees part of your business succession plan?
Finding the right mindset for success
Try to make every day at the office a great day - you'll find your business will thrive if you do.
Time to reconsider employee share plans?
Are your clients' employees part of their business succession plan?
You know about induction – what’s onboarding?
Employing a new staff member? Make sure your induction and onboarding processes are in check to maximise your return.
Why you should invest in your people
Only one third of your workforce is fully engaged! But you can increase engagement and productivity with this easy-to-follow process.
Why you should invest in your people
Only one third of your workforce is fully engaged! But you can increase engagement and productivity with this easy-to-follow process.
The importance of induction and onboarding
Employing a new staff member? Make sure your induction and onboarding processes are in check to maximise your return.
Don’t overload your workers
When it comes to workload, a happy employee is a productive employee!
Beware the new anti-bullying laws
The anti-bullying legislation is getting tougher - beware the new rules.
Boosting career prospects in later life
You're a mature age worker at 45 but a long way from being over the hill.
Beware the new anti-bullying laws
The anti-bullying legislation is getting tougher - beware the new rules.
Boosting career prospects in later life
You're a mature age worker at 45 but a long way from being over the hill.
Good manners make money
Good manners are great for business - they'll buy you the world.
Good manners make money
Good manners are great for business - they'll buy you the world.
Will you employ older workers?
Time to debunk some myths about employing older people!
Will you employ older people?
Time to debunk some myths about employing older people!
Why women leave
How do you stop your best female staff from leaving you, never to return?
Why women leave
How do you stop your best female staff from leaving you, never to return?
How to be a wise mentor
A mentor's role is help others become wiser - and that means putting your own wisdom to good use.
How to handle your workload
When it comes to workload, a happy employee is a productive employee!
How to handle the "pay rise question"
Don't duck the dreaded "pay rise" question from staff! Here are 4 "R's" to ease the conversation.
Improving financial literacy for staff
Have you considered financial well-being programs as a tool to increase the happiness of your employees?
Managing people – it takes skill!
Managing people effectively is a cocktail of emotions!
Increasing your resilience intelligence
There's more to being resilient than simply ‘bouncing back’ during difficult times.
Secrets To Getting The Best From People
Doing business is mostly about people - treat them as individuals and you'll get a more positive response.
Secrets To Getting The Best From People
Doing business is mostly about people - treat them as individuals and you'll get a more positive response.
Employment Challenges In 2014
Avoiding the traps and hassles in workplace law in 2014.
Performance Reviews V. Performance Partnering
Is it time to ditch performance reviews?
Bringing Reliability To Staff Selection
You think you've selected the right person for the job - but are you SURE?
Giving Effective Feedback
How to make staff pull up their socks - without the tears.
Giving Effective Feedback
How to make staff pull up their socks - without the tears
How To Recruit Outstanding Employees
You want to recruit the best people for your business - how do you go about it?
Don't Drift Into Retirement
Are you ready for retirement? Not just the money you'll need, but the lifestyle you'll want.
Waking Up To Workplace Fatigue
Dozing off at work? Finding it hard to focus on the job? Maybe it's workplace fatigue, or just not getting enough sleep. Either way, it's a wake-up call.
Don't Drift Into Retirement
Are you ready for retirement? Not just the money you'll need, but the lifestyle you'll want.
Waking Up To Workplace Fatigue
Dozing off at work? Finding it hard to focus on the job? Maybe it's workplace fatigue, or just not getting enough sleep. Either way, it's a wake-up call.
Why Teamwork Really Matters
Teamwork rules in the world of elite sport - it can bring success in business too.
Operating In A Vulture Culture
Do you have vultures in your workplace, preying on the weak and defenceless?
Operating In A Vulture Culture
Do you have vultures in your workplace, preying on the weak and defenceless?
Why Teamwork Really Matters
Teamwork rules in the world of elite sport - it can bring success in business too.
Handling Feuding Staff
Are your staff at odds with each other? How do you stop them feuding, and dragging your business down as they do it?
How To Avoid Recruitment Disasters
Staff recruitment's too important to risk getting it wrong - the costs of a "bad hire" can be devastating.
Overcoming Resistance To Change
Everybody's in favour of change - until it affects them. So how do you overcome their resistance?
Managing Mental Health And "Stress-leave"
Are you stressed about employees taking stress leave? Make sure, as a manager, you understand the legal and ethical issues involved.
Managing Mental Health And Stress-leave
Are you stressed about employees taking stress leave? Make sure, as a manager, you understand the legal and ethical issues involved.
Overcoming Resistance To Change
Everybody's in favour of change - until it affects them. So how do you overcome their resistance?
Success Starts With Happy Staff
Join the dots: a happy, engaged workforce can lead directly to loyal customers, and a better bottom line.
Success Starts With Happy Staff
Join the dots: a happy, engaged workforce can lead directly to loyal customers, and a better bottom line.
Teleworking: What Employees Want
Working from home is here to stay - a national survey shows employees want flexibility, and technology can provide it.
Watchouts On Managing Independent Contractors
Employee or independent contractor? There are clear legal distinctions between the two, and heavy penalties for getting it wrong.
Crossing Personal Boundaries At Work
Be careful in your relationships with work colleagues - they may not see your friendly gesture in the way you intended it.
Teleworking: What Employees Want
Working from home is here to stay - a national survey shows employees want flexibility, and technology can provide it.
Watchouts On Managing Independent Contractors
Employee or independent contractor? There are clear legal distinctions between the two, and heavy penalties for getting it wrong.
Crossing Personal Boundaries At Work
Be careful in your relationships with work colleagues - they may not see your friendly gesture in the way you intended it.
Hiring And Retaining Gen Y
Your Gen Y employees have plenty to offer - look after them before they jump ship!
Bullying In The Workplace: New Watchouts For Employers
Proposed new legislation will put bullying into the arena of the Fair Work Commission - that will create new headaches for employers.
How To Turn Stress Into Success
A little stress may be good for us, but how do we stop it taking over our lives and - ultimately - damaging our health and wellbeing?
Bullying In The Workplace: New Watchouts For Employers
Proposed new legislation will put bullying into the arena of the Fair Work Commission - that will create new headaches for employers.
How To Turn Stress Into Success
A little stress may be good for us, but how do we stop it taking over our lives and - ultimately - damaging our health and wellbeing?
Are You Disengaging Your People?
So you think you have a loyal and engaged workforce? Think again!
Controlling Costs And Staff Numbers
Keep your staffing levels under review - you may be able to reduce costs and improve productivity at the same time.
Watchouts On Flexible Employment Rules
The rules governing flexible working are about to be significantly extended - employers who don't respond to requests could find themselves in trouble.
Is Teleworking The Way Ahead?
Teleworking, combining technology and flexibility to enable working from outside the office, is here to stay - we can expect to see it grow.
Balancing Business And Life
You CAN achieve a good work-life balance, but you've got to work hard at both - it won't just happen!
Watchouts On Flexible Employment Rules
The rules governing flexible working are about to be significantly extended - employers who don't respond to requests could find themselves in trouble.
Controlling Costs And Staff Numbers
Keep your staffing levels under review - you may be able to reduce costs and improve productivity at the same time.
Managing Staff Through Changing Economic Times
If you can manage to find top-quality staff, how do you make sure you keep them?
Having A Great Day At The Office
Try to make every day at the office a great day - you'll find your practice will thrive if you do.
Out-of-hours Staff Conduct - New Risks
How responsible are you as an employer for things that happen outside the workplace, or out of business hours?
How To Have A Difficult Conversation
Why the "pull up your socks or you're out!" approach is all wrong...and how to say it better!
Out-of-hours Staff Conduct - New Risks
How responsible are you as an employer for things that happen outside the workplace, or out of business hours?
How To Have A Difficult Conversation
Why the "pull up your socks or you're out!" approach is all wrong...and how to say it better!
Legal Watchouts For Employers In 2013
Are you on top of the changes to employment law and occupational health and safety taking effect in 2013? It's time to take stock.
What Real Leaders Do
It can be lonely at the top, but good leadership skills can be learned, to the benefit of your team, your business - and yourself.
Legal Watchouts For Employers In 2013
Are you on top of the changes to employment law and occupational health and safety taking effect in 2013? It's time to take stock.
Managing A Multi-generational Workforce
Is a multi-generational workforce good for your business? Absolutely!
How To Have A "work Ethic" Conversation
When it comes to work ethic, do you sometimes think you're on a different planet to your younger employees?
Promoting To Positions Of Incompetence
Your newly promoted manager can't cope - and who's fault is that?
Watchouts On Employing Executive Level Staff
Be ultra careful when signing up executive staff - the devil is in the detail and the contract is paramount
Watchouts On Employing Executive Level Staff
Be ultra careful when signing up executive staff - the devil is in the detail and the contract is paramount
Employees Or Contractors? Beware Sham Practices
Employees or contractors? Be clear about how you're hiring - getting it wrong can be costly.
How To Defuse Angry Encounters At Work
Anger can be destructive in a workplace. Understand the warning signs - and how to deal with it.
Finance & Accounting Employment Outlook 2012
'Very positive!' That's the outlook for employment prospects for finance and accounting professionals in Australia.
Employees Or Contractors? Beware Sham Practices
Employees or contractors? Be clear about how you're hiring - getting it wrong can be costly.
Using Social Media To Enhance Your Career
Social media's a great way to enhance career prospects - but you'd better behave yourself!
Employee Health : It's An OH&S Issue
The Australian workforce is getting fatter and sicker, as well as older - we need to heed the warning signs.
Employee Health : It's An OH&S Issue
The Australian workforce is getting fatter and sicker, as well as older - we need to heed the warning signs.
Demotions, Salary Freezes, Contract Variations: How Far Can You Go?
If you need to cut your labour costs, talk honestly to your employees first - it may save you in the long run
Demotions, Salary Freezes, Contract Variations: How Far Can You Go?
If you need to cut your labour costs, talk honestly to your employees first - it may save you in the long run
Releasing The Untapped Energy In Your Business
Don't take the people who work for you for granted - they're one of your biggest business assets.
The Hidden Costs Of DIY Recruitment
The cost saving from doing your own recruiting may be illusory - it's time-consuming, and expensive if you get it wrong.
Make Workplace Health A Business Strategy
Healthy employees mean greater productivity and lower costs - and they're all achievable.
Firing Up Your Team In 2012
If you want to increase your profitability, lift your team's performance - the New Year's a good time to start.
Placing A High Value On Staff
Your business IS your people, let them know they're appreciated and you'll build a successful business
Get Ready For Tough New OH&S Laws
OH&S laws are getting tougher - with more responsibility put on both workers and management, and much more severe penalties.
Get Ready For Tough New OH&S Laws
OH&S laws are getting tougher - with more responsibility put on both workers and management, and much more severe penalties.
Attracting And Retaining Finance And Accounting Staff
A new survey reveals a massive skills shortage in finance and accounting, with almost 90% of employers now struggling to find and keep good talent.
How To Avoid An Adverse Action Claim
Adverse action claims by employees are on the rise - make sure you understand the risks.
How To Avoid An Adverse Action Claim
Adverse action claims by employees are on the rise - make sure you understand the risks.
Don't Sell Up - Recruit & Keep Trading
If you're a baby boomer with a business to sell, you're far from alone. You might do better to bring in a general manager and keep trading.
The Legal Risks Of Social Networking
Do you know what your employees are saying on social media pages, and are you prepared for the legal problems that can arise?
Hiring Employees From Overseas
If you're short of skilled workers, think about hiring foreign nationals. But it can be complicated, so seek advice.
Hiring Employees From Overseas
If your clients are short of skilled workers, they should think about hiring foreign nationals. But it can be complicated, they should seek advice.
The Legal Risks Of Social Networking
Are your clients sure what their employees are saying on social media pages, and are they prepared for the legal problems that can arise?
How NOT To Fall Foul Of The Fair Work Act
Fearful of flouting the Fair Work Act? Take heart from a new document service designed to keep small businesses on the right side of the law and out of the reach of the powerful Fair Work Ombudsman
How NOT To Fall Foul Of The Fair Work Act
Fearful of flouting the Fair Work Act? Take heart from a new document service designed to keep small businesses on the right side of the law and out of the reach of the powerful Fair Work Ombudsman
Managing Depression In The Workplace
If you discovered that a colleague or employee was depressed or had an anxiety disorder, would you know what to do? Therese Fitzpatrick of Beyondblue tells us how to provide support and offer the right advice.
Managing Depression In The Workplace
If you discovered that a colleague or employee was depressed or had an anxiety disorder, would you know what to do? Therese Fitzpatrick of Beyondblue tells us how to provide support and offer the right advice.
Turning Distress Into Excitement
Don't stress about getting stressed! Instead, use your thought processes to create a positive out of a negative, advises potentialist Richard Day, who'll show us all how to become natural positive thinkers.
Legal Perils In Performance Management
Performance management can be a daunting business if you don't have the skills and training. But getting it right can help you avoid a host of legal pitfalls.
Don't Discard Your Mature-Age Workers
Demographic changes mean workers are going to be in short supply in coming years - that will provide fresh opportunities for older employees, if they're prepared to learn and adapt.
Legal Perils In Performance Management
Performance management can be a daunting business if you don't have the skills and training. But getting it right can help you avoid a host of legal pitfalls.
How Honest Is Your Bookkeeper?
Are things not adding up quite right in your accounts? Take a look at your trusty bookkeeper - and for a start, when did he or she last take a holiday?
New Rules On Parental Leave
From July 1, the new legislation on parental leave takes effect. Are you up to speed with the new rules, and how they'll affect your business?
How Honest Are Your Clients' Bookkeepers?
Are things not adding up quite right in accounts? Take a look at your trusty bookkeeper - and for a start, when did he or she last take a holiday?
New Rules On Parental Leave
From July 1, the new legislation on parental leave takes effect. Are you up to speed with the new rules, and how they'll affect you and your clients?
Leveraging The Experience Of Mature Employees
Demographic changes mean workers are going to be in short supply in coming years - that will provide fresh opportunities for older employees, if they're prepared to learn and adapt.
Salary Benchmarking And Packaging
Do you value your employees - or are you short-changing them? Make sure you're offering the right salary and packaging options if you want to keep them happy, motivated - and still there! - in the coming year.
Legal Watchouts On Defamation & New Media
Beware what you write about others - one click of the keyboard and your words can reach thousands in a nano-second, and that could send you straight to court for defamation...
Salary Benchmarking And Packaging
Do you value your employees - or are you short-changing them? Make sure you're offering the right salary and packaging options if you want to keep them happy, motivated - and still there! - in the coming year.
Is Your Business Social Media Savvy?
Social media's a great marketing tool, but there are risks too - for both business owners and the people who work for them.
Taking Control When Catastrophe Strikes
Dealing with a workplace disaster - whether it's fire, flood or something else - can be traumatic for all concerned. Here's how to minimise the damage.
Are You And Your Clients Social Media Savvy?
Social media's a great marketing tool, but there are risks too - for both business owners and the people who work for them.
How To Measure Staff Attitudes About Work
Find out how much your staff love you - before they jump ship, leaving you with an expensive hole to fill
Measuring Staff Atttitudes About Work
Find out how much your staff love you - before they jump ship, leaving you with an expensive hole to fill
How To Avoid Recruitment Mistakes
Getting the right people to work for you isn't difficult - provided you plan carefully and stick to your plan.
Why Employees Love - Or Hate! - Their Work
Some people actually hate their jobs. Why does that happen, and how do you fix it?
Getting A Good Night's Sleep
We all feel better for a good night's sleep - and it's good for our businesses too.
Risk-managing The Festive Season
Don't let your workplace Christmas party turn into a cause for regret - or something worse.
Risk-managing The Festive Season
Don't let your workplace Christmas party turn into a cause for regret - or something worse.
Why First Impressions Last
First impressions stick - make sure you're getting the right messages across in those vital early seconds
Don't Put Square Pegs In Round Holes
If you want to create a successful team, let people do the things they're best at
Managing Mental Health Issues At Work
Managing the mental health of your employees is a sensitive business - find out how to recognise the warning signs.
Managing Mental Health Issues At Work
Managing the mental health of your employees is a sensitive business - find out how to recognise the warning signs.
The Cost Of Underpaying Your Employees
Directors and managers beware! You can be fined personally if your business breaches the Fair Work Act.
Learn To Trust Your Intuition
Successful entrepreneurs know that logic isn't everything - don't be afraid to rely on your intuition.
The Four Great Human Needs
If you want to keep your best people, understand their human needs and supply them in the workplace.
Are You Motivated To Succeed?
You won't do your business any favours by employing people who are motivated to avoid failure - prefer those who are motivated to succeed.
How To Avoid A Sexual Harassment Case
You don't have to be a high-profile employer to face a sexual harassment case. Have a clear policy and deal quickly with any workplace allegations.
The 3rd Space - The Key To Transition
We can all improve out lives and our work performance if we learn how to find our "3rd space" and then use it.
Managing Career Development Today
Forget about offering jobs for life. If you want to retain your best people, provide them with flexibility and the opportunity to grow.
Are You Motivated To Succeed?
You won't do your business any favours by employing people who are motivated to avoid failure - prefer those who are motivated to succeed.
How To Avoid A Sexual Harassment Case
You don't have to be a high-profile employer to face a sexual harassment case. Have a clear policy and deal quickly with any workplace allegations.
Managing Career Development Today
Forget about offering jobs for life. If you want to retain your best people, provide them with flexibility and the opportunity to grow.
Make Sure Your Workplace Is Safe
Don't take risks with safety in your workplace. If you're in doubt, seek help.
How To Deliver Winning Presentations
Practise, practise and practise again when you're faced with the prospect of speaking in public.
Tips To Keep Staff Costs Down
While your business is growing, think outside the square to keep staff costs under control.
Coming To Grips With Workplace Bullying
Bullying in the workplace can be very damaging for all concerned. Here's how to spot the warning signs, and then deal with it.
Make Sure Your Workplace Is Safe
Don't take risks with safety in your workplace. If you're in doubt, seek help
The Pitfalls Of Poor Planning
If your plan isn't working out as you'd intended, then your planning process is probably to blame
Tips To Keep Staff Costs Down
While your business is growing, think outside the square to keep staff costs under control
Coming To Grips With Workplace Bullying
Bullying in the workplace can be very damaging for all concerned. Here's how to spot the warning signs, then deal with it
Building Sustainable Cultures
So many organisational change programs fail, but why?The answer lies in the program's focus.
What's Happening In The Job Market
Job ads are on the increase again - if you're thinking of hiring more staff, now's the time to put your plans into action.
Career Lessons From The GFC
Still nervous about the GFC affects on employment? Career transition coach Peter Black says that employees should actively manage their own careers.
Positive Psychology In The Workplace
Sometimes we wait too long before a colleague or employee has a problem. Positive psychology in the workplace can help reduce an impending problem.
Employee Relations In An Election Year
Formerly WorkChoices, Now Fair Work. But the industrial relations scene can still be confusing. And there's another election on the way.
Helping Men In Crisis
Finding The Best People In A Tight Market
Bottom Line Benefits Of A Flexible Workplace
Beware The Power Hungry!
Finding Inspiration
The IR Changes - What They Really Mean To You
Wages: How Much You Should Be Paying
Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence
Understanding Generation Y
Violence, Stress, Working Hours - Assess Your Risk
Create A Flexible Workplace - Or Else!
The Need To Control Working Hours
Watchouts For The Festive Season
Planning Your Workforce For The Coming Year
Helping Managers Deal With Conflict
Simplifying Recruitment
New IR Laws: Your Questions Answered
Keeping Fraud Out!
Managing Emotions
Workplace Agreements: Major Changes
Minimum Wage & Union Rights Of Entry
How To Get 110% From Your Staff
Hot Desks & Part-Timers
5 Steps To Hiring New Staff
New Laws On Leave Entitlements
Reaching Your True Profit Potential
Changing Bad Behaviour
Hot Desks & Part-Timers
New Laws On Leave Entitlements
Accidental Networking
Why Sales People Stop Selling
Empowering Teams For Winning Results
Tips For Inducting New Staff
New Survey: Why Employees Stay Or Leave
New Survey: Why Employees Stay Or Leave
Recruitment Advertising That Works
Recruitment Advertising That Works
Managing Motivation For Success
How SMEs can learn from the success of a giant
How SMEs can learn from the success of a giant
Dealing with difficult people
Fast track to industry leader
The facts on dismissing staff
Fast track to industry leader
The facts on dismissing staff
Strategic talent planning
Bridging the gender gap
Bridging the gender gap
Outsourcing
Poor managers will ruin your business
IR under Labor Government
Poor managers will ruin a business
Labor Government's IR plans
Keeping Gen Y happy
Keeping Gen Y happy
Rewire or rust!
Rewarding staff
Rewarding staff
Better options in salary packaging
Encouraging staff: What really works
Leveraging a multicultural workforce
Better options in salary packaging
Hazards of managing a mobile sales force
Animal behaviour at work
Are you family friendly?
Animal behaviour at work
Are you family friendly?
Managing drug & alcohol abuse
New job descriptions
Managing workplace drug & alcohol abuse
5 steps to attracting the right staff
Beating burnout
Five steps to attracting the right staff
Sexual harassment in the workplace
Workplace engagement
Coaching & mentoring Gen Y
5 common hiring mistakes
Retaining your audit staff
5 common hiring mistakes
Involve your staff - or else
A happy, engaged workforce creates happy, satisfied customers - and you'll retain both!
Performing in a storm
Involve your staff – or else
Avoiding staff retrenchments
Don't be hasty in chopping back staff numbers - look at alternatives and be better prepared for the economic turnaround.
What makes your people tick?
How well do you know your staff? Here's a great opportunity to find out.
Avoiding staff retrenchments
Huge Rewards for Persistence
Sheer persistence can take you a long way in business, but make sure you look after your staff.
Working Under New IR Rules
New IR rules are coming in - watch out for the changes to unfair dismissal laws.
Huge rewards for persistence
Working under new IR rules
Outsource your HR headaches
HR can be a management minefield, and a financial millstone if you get it wrong. Outside help can be cheaper and more effective.
Is now a good time to recruit?
If you want to build a strong team, recruit now - there probably won't be a better time.
Storytelling to communicate your messages
Tell them a story, if you want your business message to have a real impact on your audience.
Is now a good time to recruit?
Time management
Multigenerational teams
Managing redundancy
Are you killing your co-workers?
Managing redundancy
If you need to make an employee redundant, follow the law or you could end up in court with an unfair dismissal claim against you, warns Joydeep Hor of Harmers Workplace Lawyers.
Are you killing your co-workers?
Your emotional state can infect others in the workplace from the moment you walk through the door, warms human performance expert Dr Adam Fraser.
Workplace stress - friend or foe
Don't let workplace stress get you down - there are ways to keep it under control.
Workplace stress - friend or foe
Beware new union powers - and prepare
Watch out! The IR game has new rules and and the unions have been dealt a strong hand.
How to be a great manager
What separates a truly great manager from the rest? Here's a checklist for success at the highest level.
Beware new union powers – and prepare
How to be a great manager
Enjoy life - and inspire others
Feeling good about yourself is a great start to building a happy - and more productive - workplace.
Enjoy life - and inspire others
Feeling good about yourself is a great start to building a happy - and more productive - workplace.
Moving on: your personal challenge
Is it time to sell up and move on? Don't do it hastily - there are important personal issues to consider, as well as what's right for the business.
The jobs scene
The jobs scene is already reflecting the improvement in the economy, but the emphasis is on careful recruiting to build strong teams for the year ahead.
Is your health affecting your bottom line?
If you doubt the relationship between good health and profitability, just ask Dr. John Lang of Good Health Solutions. He quotes hundreds of studies that show significant improvement in productivity after investing in the health of employees
Moving on: your personal challenge
Is it time to sell up and move on? Don't do it hastily - there are important personal issues to consider, as well as what's right for the business.
Talking about the generations
Do you know the ABC of generations X, Y and Z? Better do your homework, before it's too late!
Talking about the generations
Do you know the ABC of generations X, Y and Z? Better do your homework, before it's too late!
Family trusts in 2010, part two
Changes are coming to how the ATO treats the taxation of family trusts -- stay in touch with your accountant.
Are you ready for an IR audit?
Don't fall foul of the new IR laws - understanding your own workforce can help you avoid problems down the track.
Putting your team's instincts to work
We can't escape our instincts - so we might as well make them work for us!
Salary packaging: how to get it right
Salary packaging CAN work for small business - and you may need it to attract and retain the best employees.
Is your health damaging your business?
Taking care of yourself can do a lot to help you take care of your business.
Are you ready for an IR audit?
Don't fall foul of the new IR laws - understanding your own workforce can help you avoid problems down the track.
Retirement planning - non-financial aspects
Putting your team's instincts to work
We can't escape our instincts - so we might as well make them work for us!
Is salary packaging worthwhile?
Salary packaging CAN work for small business - and you may need it to attract and retain the best employees.
Learning from your ex-employees
Losing a valued employee? Don't despair, there are some positives to be found if you handle the situation properly
Learning from your ex-employees
Losing a valued employee? Don't despair, there are some positives to be found if you handle the situation properly
Industrial relations in an election year
Formerly WorkChoices, Now Fair Work. But the industrial relations scene can still be confusing. And there's another election on the way.