In small businesses, every team member counts. It’s well documented that when people feel comfortable speaking up, asking for help, or sharing a new idea without fear of embarrassment or … Read more

As a small or medium-sized business owner, you’re no stranger to juggling responsibilities. But there’s one area you can’t afford to get wrong: employee pay. Australia’s workplace laws are complex … Read more

Smaller businesses might not have the luxury of a dedicated Learning and Development department, but they can’t afford to ignore providing career development all together. Why? Because jobseekers are actively … Read more

Are you prepared for the upcoming compliance changes? From 1 July 2025, two key workplace changes will take effect that every business owner needs to be across: 1. Award Wage … Read more

Let’s face it: compliance training has a reputation problem and often received with an eye roll when mentioned. Too often, it’s long, dry, and delivered in a way that feels … Read more

Are you making the most of the probationary period with new hires? The probationary period is a critical stage in the employee lifecycle. It provides an opportunity for both the … Read more

Earlier this month we introduced the common engagement metrics to keep track of when measuring the effectiveness of engagement strategies. But collecting data is just the beginning. The real value … Read more

Employee engagement might be a topic on the top of priority lists for leaders lately, but it’s long been a critical factor for organisational success. For small and medium-sized enterprises … Read more

Employee check-ins are a powerful tool for driving engagement, productivity, and growth. Unlike traditional annual performance reviews though, regular check-ins foster ongoing communication, allowing managers and employees to address challenges, … Read more

Is your leadership team still conducting yearly performance management reviews and wondering why retention rates are still dropping? Organisations using outdated frameworks that feel bureaucratic, ineffective, or disconnected from day-to-day … Read more