Your HR System and Smarts for SME Success
Born between 1981 and 1996? You’re fast becoming the new workforce majority and HR is more important than ever. So, your business dream is now a reality – you’ve built a loyal customer base (probably using Instagram), your product or service is selling fast, and you’ve had to put on staff to help meet demand. […]
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Why 2016 is going to be a progressive one for HR management. Cloud-based HR platforms, new software categories and mobile apps are just some of the trends set to sweep HR circles in 2016. If you’re a business owner or HR manager, there’s no better New Year’s resolution than promising to set aside your manual […]
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A recent case in the Fair Work Commission demonstrates how employers can validly and fairly terminate an employee when the employee poses a health risk to others, and themselves. Employers have the right to terminate an employee if they are unable to fulfil the inherent requirements of their role. However, prior to doing so, an […]
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The best way to keep your HR know-how up-to-date is to put yourself to the test. Workplace rights and compliance issues are fast evolving so, you don’t want to be left behind on matters like pay and awards, leave, recording keeping and termination. Whether you’re an employer or an employee, this Fair Work quiz is […]
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As a new wave of CEOs take the reins amidst turbulent times in Australia’s business community, HR should step up to the challenge of moderating between management and staff. In the wake of several high profile business failures such as retail giants Dick Smith and Masters home hardware, the arrival of a new boss with […]
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Don’t let bad relations sink your SME. Poorly managed stress and conflict can undermine the success of your SME. For instance, a 2013 Safe Work Australia study found mental stress claims are the most expensive form of workers’ compensation claims in Australia. This is because often lengthy periods of absence from work are taken as […]
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DI Armbrust was discussing job interviews with two women in their early 20s, when both indicated to her that they thought they should advice prospective employers they were not going to have children. Armbrust asked why. They replied that they thought it might go against them if their prospective employers thought they would leave to […]
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As the owner of an SME, it’s more important than ever in this rapidly-changing business environment to get flexible working schemes right. Compared to ten, or even five years ago, employees are now looking for more of a balance between their personal and work lives. This can be a great thing as flexible working arrangements […]
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Are your employment contracts out-of-date? Or worse, did you employ your staff on a handshake? If either of these scenarios sound familiar, you will find this blog useful! You’ve just employed a real asset – someone who’s a great fit for your company. There’s a mutual understanding about their employment expectations and entitlements. But nothing […]
Read More7 things to remember when recording your annual staff assessments. Documenting your employee’s performance review correctly is just as important as the face-to-face meeting. Don’t stress, you won’t be bogged down in paperwork if you follow a consistent format. The payoff is, well documented assessments make it easy for you (and your employee) to review […]
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