There are now five different generations making up the Australian workforce and the popular myth is they each share different values. However, Australian research says otherwise. In fact, the research consistently shows that employees under 55 share the same top 3 priorities which are: 1. Exciting and challenging work 2. Opportunities to advance 3. Autonomy … Read more
A recent survey found Australian businesses are spending (on average) $23,753 on recruitment, training and operational costs every time they lose a staff member. The survey, conducted by the Institute of Managers and Leaders, illustrates there are sound business reasons for offering flexible work arrangements, on-going training and other incentive programs. The research identified 5 … Read more
Have you ever noticed how one “bad apple” can change a workplace? Or perhaps you have worked with someone who seems to annoy the rest of the team. That’s poor cultural fit and it’s the beginning of a deep, dark time guzzler for any manager trying to maintain team productivity. In fact, nearly 25% of employers reported … Read more
Sometimes workers fail to turn up to work without an explanation. As an employer, that’s a messy situation to manage. Of course, the first thing you need to do (as a matter of urgency) makes contact with the absent employee and/or their emergency contact person. But if no-one can be reached, there are strict processes … Read more
What To Do When Staff Don’t Return From Leave How diligent are you at keeping employee records – in particular, next-of-kin or emergency details and leave dates? As Australia comes to the end of its peak holiday season, some businesses are finding an employee or two have failed to return to work when expected. Now … Read more
Here Are Five Steps To Help Manage It The 2017 Absence Management and Wellbeing Survey found short-term absenteeism (also known as unplanned leave or personal leave) has increased to 9.7 days per employee per year. So how should you manage this type of short-term absenteeism? Here’s our Five-Step Guide. Step 1 – Be Clear On Your … Read more
It’s company Christmas party season again and businesses across Australia are celebrating the end of the year with staff, clients and suppliers. Whether you are holding your business Christmas party at work, a venue or a restaurant, if the party is being paid for by the business, the party is considered an extension of your workplace. That … Read more
Regardless of whether your business shuts down over Christmas or remains open, managing requests for Christmas leave is a delicate task. To help you, here are the answers to our most commonly asked questions. ___________________ Q: I’m closing my business for 2 weeks over the Christmas period. Can I tell my employees they must take leave then? … Read more
Over recent months, many prominent Hollywood figures have been accused of sexual harassment or revealed they have been the victim of such behaviour. But sexual misconduct is not confined to Hollywood. Here are 3 lessons every Australian business should learn about sexual harassment in the workplace. Lesson 1 – There’s No Room For Bystanders You … Read more
You may be surprised to learn how common it is for employees to brag about a fabulous night out on social media and then call in sick the next day. Recently a young staff member even tagged his boss in a photo showing him surrounded by multiple, empty shot glasses. The following day he took sick leave. … Read more