Uncertain times always precede elections. The community is in a state of flux, not sure which way the pendulum will fall. The stock market waits with bated breath to hear policies and calculate responses to government changes and economic conditions and business waits with trepidation, to see if the rumours of increased superannuation, higher minimum […]
Author: Kathryn MacMillan
16FebBeware… The Casual Worker
Towards the end of last year, there was lots of noise about Casual Employees! There are 2 specific issues: 1. The Workpac Pty Ltd v Skene case which saw a regular and systematic casual, successfully apply to be considered permanent and win back pay, regardless of the fact that the employer had paid the casual […]
1NovIn-House HR or Consultants – What Works Best?
The use of consultants within organisations has been a growing phenomenon, taking flight well before the 1900s and continuously rising in demand by organisations today. The debate continues surrounding the benefits of using internal over external consultants and visa-versa. Why would organisations would choose one over the other? Consider this, tension is actually a good […]
25OctI Just Don’t Know How to Manage my Team of Gen X and Millennials
Fred put his beer down on the bar and leaned closer to Maria ‘the thing is’ he whispered ‘I don’t get the younger generation. I don’t understand their work ethic and I don’t know how to manage my team who are all either Gen X or Millennials…. What happened to my generation, who had a […]
21OctDown, Down, Unemployment is Down
In early October, the Australian Bureau of Statistics issued a statement showing unemployment had fallen from 5.3% to 5.0%. The net increase in employment during September was 5,600 jobs, with strong growth in full-time employment (20,300 people gaining new positions) but a decline in part-time positions. This is the lowest level for unemployment in […]
15OctWhat is job quality and why is everyone talking about it?
Job quality refers to the positive attributes that ensure a role is interesting, offers development, pays well and attracts long term workers. This is a key concept of importance to organisations, industries and developed countries, as they struggle to remain economically viable in a fast changing world and deal with multi-generational workforces. Some of the […]
11OctSummer Career Tips from Maria
Job search during the holidays Are you super busy in the lead up to the Christmas and New Year holidays? It’s easy to get lulled by the warm sun and chaos of the holidays to lose track of your goal of finding a job or changing jobs or careers. Don’t let external circumstances, the holidays, […]
9OctWhat is Australia’s Safety Net and how does it protect my workers?
In considering specifically, the legislative framework for Australia’s safety net, you must first define what the safety net is within the system. Australia’s labour safety net comprises three distinct aspects: The Minimum Wage The National Employment Standards The Modern Award System Having a minimum wage policy is common among OECD countries and Australia matches international […]
19SepUsing HR to drive business forward
We often talk about HR initiatives driving economic outcomes for business. HR must be closely aligned to your business goals so it can support your goals and we can implement strategies to underpin your business needs. A good place to start with defining your key strategic issues, is to consider both your external and internal […]
14SepI’m Having Trouble Managing My Diverse Team – What Can I Do?
Wahida was complaining that Hernandez did not understand her and Fred’s abrupt comments were upsetting to Ling. Everyone seemed to be pulling in a different direction and Michael had no idea how to bring it all together. Individually, these people were all brilliant, that’s why they were chosen for this project, but together it was […]