Staff performance reviews are one of the best opportunities to have an open conversation with your employees, set goals, and address any...

Every leader has been there – an employee resigns, and you’re left wondering why. Some schedule an exit interview. Others don’t bother,...

When was the last time you seriously looked at your employee handbook? If you're like many business owners, it might be buried in a...

As a business owner, the last thing you want is to end up in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. But with wage theft now a criminal...

Like most HR challenges, it’s best to understand your responsibilities and options before you’re faced with a real situation - being...

Everyone talks about the importance of workplace culture. And in my experience, most business owners assume their culture is fine, until...

Adverse action claims might sound like a legal buzzword, but for Australian businesses, understanding them is crucial. These claims can...

Bullying, discrimination and harassment are not only issues in large corporations—they can occur in any setting. If not dealt with, they...

We’ve all heard the statistics: most New Year’s business goals and resolutions end in failure. While different surveys offer varying...

With the holiday season here, office Christmas parties are starting. These parties are a fun way to celebrate and bring the team...

Are you confident that you have correctly identified and categorised workers in your organisation? Employees, independent contractors,...

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...

Having a clear grasp of the concept of "reasonable management action" is crucial as it plays a significant role in employee performance...

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...

Procedural fairness is essential for employers in managing misconduct and underperformance, safeguarding against legal disputes.

Sending a job offer email is one of the quickest ways to communicate essential job details, (think salary, days and hours of work,...

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...

Difficult employee conversations are inevitable when you manage people. Whether you're addressing performance issues with them,...

Keeping records might not be the most exciting part of running a business, but it's a non-negotiable. Good HR record keeping can save you...

New rules apply for employee authorised deductions. As an employer, be clear on what you can and cannot do. Employee Deductions that are...