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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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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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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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8 Traps When Facing Those Difficult Employee Conversations
Difficult employee conversations are inevitable when you manage people. Whether you're addressing performance issues with them,...
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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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Can You Terminate An Employee For Taking Unauthorised Leave?
In a recent case reviewed by the Fair Work Commission (FWC), an example emerged regarding the dismissal of an employee by their former...
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Unfair Dismissal: Evidence is CRUCIAL
Fair Work reminds us: keeping evidence is key in unfair dismissal cases. Case Overview Unfair Dismissal Claim Allegation Piacentini &...
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Casual Workers 101: What Every Employer Should Know
If you employ casual workers, it’s important to understand the rules and responsibilities that come with it. Casual employment offers...
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Changes to Unpaid Parental Leave
Starting July 1, 2023, the Fair Work Act made a significant change to employee's entitlements, aligning with updates to the Paid Parental...
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🚨 New Legislation: Employees ‘Right’ to ‘Disconnect’
Employees will soon gain the ' right to disconnect '. This means they'll be able to refuse after-hours contact from their employer. What...
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What is an Absent Employee Really Costing Your Business?
I often hear from clients that managing absent employees is one of the toughest challenges they face in maintaining a productive...
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Psychosocial Hazards: What You Need To Know
Earlier this year, a new Code of Practice was introduced in Australia: Managing psychosocial hazards at work . Employers now have a...
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