Running a growing business can be exciting but sometimes it often feels like a juggling act - balancing immediate business needs with long-term goals; keeping clients happy while managing overheads and trying to lead a team that’s stretched across competing demands. When things are busy, it’s easy to default to hiring reactively: “We need someone […]
Unfortunately, terminating employment is a reality of leadership. Depending on the circumstances, a number of processes must occur but a key action that must happen in every instance is the payment of final entitlements on the last day of work for the departing employee. A recent Federal Circuit Court decision is a significant warning to […]
As HR consultants, we are often asked about the record-keeping obligations businesses must be across in Australia. With so many changes to workplace laws over the last couple of years, it's more important than ever to stay on top of your record-keeping duties. Let's dive into what the Fair Work Act 2009 and Fair Work […]
When it comes to the information we produce for you all, we know that psychosocial safety is one of the least popular. Fair enough – it’s a big topic and it can feel very overwhelming when there is so much to do when leading a business. Recently though, one of our clients was faced with […]
As HR consultants, we know firsthand how crucial documentation can be when managing employees and keeping your business running smoothly. Yes, we know it can be tedious and one of those jobs that you always think you will get to, or you question whether that conversation was important enough to document but trust us when […]
It’s the middle of winter and for many, accessing some annual leave and escaping to warmer climes to enjoy a relaxing holiday is a key motivator that keeps them getting out of bed on these chilly and bleak mornings. We all know that as per the National Employment Standards, all full-time employees receive twenty […]
Of late, we have been working with an increasing number of clients dealing with significant issues involving fraudulent behaviour and serious misconduct. Such behaviours within a business are not new, but it does feel that there is a rise in occurrences which is concerning. All is not lost though, as you can take proactive steps […]
As a business owner or leader, I bet you are constantly thinking of and planning ways to continuously improve your business? Well of course, that’s what a great business thinker should be doing but it doesn’t always have to involve grand, long term plans that involve huge capital expenditure. Improving your business can be as […]
For some of us less tech capable people, the sudden introduction of AI technology has us a little overwhelmed. Let’s be honest, Skynet and it’s unleashing of Terminators on John Connor probably didn’t paint AI as a positive force for good. For those not scarred by Arnie melting in the fiery pits of the steelworks, […]
As of 1st August, paid family and domestic violence leave (FDV) entitlements for employees of small businesses came into effect. We know we’ve talked about family and domestic violence leave previously but this is part two of the legislative roll out and an important reminder to all regarding obligations and entitlements. Small Businesses These changes […]
