Pay Secrecy
Australia recently banned pay secrecy clauses, leading many businesses to consider whether to disclose salaries in full. Removing barriers to discussing salaries among colleagues could help close the country’s 22.8% gender pay gap. Some corporations, notably major banks, have already scrapped pay secrecy clauses and published firm-wide pay bands to enhance transparency. Employers will also […]
Read moreThe Fundamentals of an Effective Salary Review Process
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, attracting and retaining top talent is a critical priority for organisations. And when it comes to retaining your best employees, offering competitive salaries is one of the most important factors to consider. However, it’s not just about offering a good salary, but also about ensuring that the salary review […]
Read moreGetting People on the Bus: Setting Your BHAG for Strategic Planning Success
Strategic planning is an essential aspect of any business that aims to achieve its long-term goals. However, the planning process can be complex and challenging, especially when it comes to getting people on board with the organisation’s vision. In this article, we will discuss the importance of setting a BHAG and getting people on the […]
Read moreManaging Redundancies
As businesses adapt to changing market conditions and evolving customer needs, some organisations may need to consider restructuring their operations. This can lead to the difficult decision to make an employee redundant. While redundancy can be a challenging and complex process, it can also be necessary to ensure the long-term viability of a business. A […]
Read moreBuilding Resilience and Wellbeing
It has been another big year for many organisations regarding change, agility, and adaptability. Between COVID and the still rippling effects of ‘The Great Resignation’, many of us are exhausted, stressed and burnout. But just because 2022 is drawing to a close, doesn’t mean these effects are going to fade out. In fact, it is […]
Read moreLeave Entitlements
One of the most common questions we are asked as HR Professionals is “What leave are my employees entitled to?”. All employees in the national workplace relations system are covered by the National Employment Standards (NES) regardless of the award, registered agreement or employment contract that applies. The national workplace relations system is a collection […]
Read moreIR Reform
The Federal Government has introduced into Parliament landmark IR reforms that will have an impact on all workplaces across Australia, as part of its Secure Jobs and Better Pay Bill 2022. It is likely that the Government will try to finalise and pass the reforms before the end of the year. In summary, the reforms […]
Read moreManaging Underperformance and Mental Health Concerns
Managing underperformance in the workplace can sometimes be complicated by mental health concerns. These situations are often very difficult for managers and employees, particularly if an employee takes time off work with stress or another mental health problem while they are being disciplined or having their performance managed. Problems such as these are less likely […]
Read moreDriving Employee Attraction, Retention and Engagement without Breaking the Budget
Recognition and reward programs or schemes are no longer considered ‘nice to have’ for employees. In the current market, they are an absolute must if you intend to attract and retain top talent and engage your employees. It comes as no surprise that employee engagement, on a global scale, is at an all time low, […]
Read moreManaging Psychosocial Hazards at Work
Safe Work Australia has recently published its model code of practice Managing psychosocial hazards at work. Similar codes are already in operation in New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia, and it is envisaged that other states/territories will also adopt either the model code or something similar. What are psychosocial hazards? Psychosocial hazards are hazards […]
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