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Performance Improvement Plans: A Practical Tool for Turning Things Around
You’ve built a great team, but there’s one person who just isn’t keeping up. You’re not ready to let them go, but you know things can’t...
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Think Your Drug and Alcohol Policy Is Solid? Fair Work Might Disagree
A logistics business recently learned the hard way that having a policy isn’t the same as being able to use it. After an employee...
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Managing Sick Leave: What to Do When Staff Call In Sick
Let’s face it, sick days are unfortunately part of running a business. Whether it’s a cold, the flu, or a suspiciously timed day off,...
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Working-from-Home Injuries: Are You Liable?
Working from home has become common for many businesses. However, remote work also brings unique risks. One big question employers face...
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How to Maintain a Manageable Workload: Use the 3 M’s
If you’re a small business owner, you’ve probably felt it, that creeping pressure of too much work and not enough time or people to get...
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Gender Undervaluation & Pay Inequality: What Is it, and What It Means for Your Business
If you run a small business in health care, disability, early childhood education, pharmacy, or community services, pay attention. ...
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5 Mistakes Employers Make with Community Service Leave
When was the last time you gave any serious thought to Community Service Leave? If you’re like most business owners, probably never. And...
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Can an Employee Refuse a Medical Exam?
During a performance meeting, an underperforming employee suddenly goes on "stress leave" and hands you a generic doctor’s certificate....
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Jury Duty: What Employers Need to Know
Picture this: It's Monday morning, and one of your employees tells you they've been called in for jury duty. What do you do? What do you...
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What The White Lotus Can Teach Us About A Toxic Workplace Culture
If you’ve been watching The White Lotus , you know it’s more than just a luxurious resort filled with drama, it also exposes the power...
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6 Employee Misconduct Myths You Must Stop Believing
When it comes to handling employee misconduct, many business owners operate under common misconceptions, ones that can lead to costly...
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8 Essential Steps for Business Owners in Conducting Workplace Investigations
A 2023 report by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) reveals that almost 70% of employees feel their employer isn't managing...
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Top 3 Red Flags to Watch Out for During a Staff Performance Review
Staff performance reviews are one of the best opportunities to have an open conversation with your employees, set goals, and address any...
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Exit Interviews: Time Waster or Game Changer?
Every leader has been there – an employee resigns, and you’re left wondering why. Some schedule an exit interview. Others don’t bother,...
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Family and Domestic Violence Leave Entitlements: What You Need to Know
Like most HR challenges, it’s best to understand your responsibilities and options before you’re faced with a real situation - being...
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Is Your Workplace Culture Driving People Away? - Here’s Why You Might Be the Last to Know
Everyone talks about the importance of workplace culture. And in my experience, most business owners assume their culture is fine, until...
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How to Protect Your Business from Costly Adverse Action Claims
Adverse action claims might sound like a legal buzzword, but for Australian businesses, understanding them is crucial. These claims can...
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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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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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5 Simple Steps to More Productive Meetings (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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