Employees are the most valuable resources that a company has. They can be the biggest reason that a company succeeds or fails, which is why it is so imperative that companies invest in their employees. There are several ways small businesses can improve employee engagement, if they have the desire to devote the necessary resources…
There are some situations when an employee and an organisation are simply not working out; whether it happens as a result of changes in the personality of the worker, a new supervisor, or some other circumstances, it is important that the issue is addressed right away.
In professional life we are involved in many different types of communications on a daily basis, but the interaction between employers and employees is critical in order for a business to run as smoothly as possible. Building positive relationships with your employees is crucial for keeping workplace satisfaction high, which in turn helps you maintain sufficient…
In any environment where a variety of different kinds of people have to come together and work towards a shared goal, there will usually be disagreements and differences in opinions. While a healthy amount of respectful disagreement can be valuable to drive your business forward, if this type of interaction devolves into full on conflict, it…
Making the decision to hire a new person is not an easy one. However, it is something that you need to make sure that you can do successfully if you want a chance at having the resources necessary to stay competitive in your industry. The problem for many companies is to know when they need…
The skills of your employees represent one of the most important elements of your business. The better your employees are at their job, the easier it is for your company to attain the level of productivity that is necessary to achieve success in your field.
With the festive season coming up quickly, employers, managers and HR managers alike are starting to plan their staff Christmas parties. While it is a great opportunity to let loose and take a break from work, Christmas functions also come with a range of different risks. So along with planning everything from catering to venue,…
Almost every business relies on teamwork in some capacity. Your various departments and employees have to each fulfill their individual roles in an effective way so that the company as a whole can succeed. Unfortunately, when different parts of a business do not work together the way that they should, it can cause your company…
Do you need a recruitment consultant or is D.I.Y. Recruitment a realistic option for your business? Will Do-It-Yourself recruitment save you money or cost you money and time? Regardless of which method you choose, before you even start your recruitment process you need to: Know yourself, what you want, and don’t want Know your company…
The Minimum Wage increase of 3%. The Fair Work Commission has increased minimum wages in awards and the national minimum wage by 3% on Wednesday 6th June. This increase will impact each casual employee that is hired under the minimum award classifications. Superannuation Guarantee increase to 9.5%. For the year 2014/15, employers are required to…
