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2020 has certainly seen more than its fair share of uncertainty. It's important to create and maintain a mentally healthy workplace in order to support employees who suffer from anxiety whilst in the work environment.
Issues occur in workplaces with some regularity, and whether it be a dispute between employees, a breach of procedure, a case of misconduct or something else altogether, it needs to be dealt with effectively and efficiently. But how?
Modern Award minimum wage review effective from 1 July 2020
If you’re dealing with someone in the workplace who has been bullying, harassing, intimidating, threatening or victimising an individual or group of employees, the very last thing you’ll want to do is make the situation worse. So how do you handle the situation without adding fuel to the fire?
It seems that Australia is changing its attitude towards older employees, and for the better.
In a recent report by the Australian HR Institute and the Australian Human Rights Commission, 28% of respondents in the AHRI report had no reluctance to employ older workers, up from 8% in 2014. While that number is still far from ideal, it is improving.
Along with haircuts, HR is high on the list of activities that shouldn’t be left to just anyone. This leaves most businesses with two options. Should your business be managing HR matters with a dedicated internal professional or department, or should you consider HR outsourcing in Sydney to meet your current and upcoming needs? Here’s what to consider when weighing up both sides of the coin.
It doesn’t matter how small and agile the team; human resource issues can arise at any business size and stage. So how do small businesses access the advice and services they need without wasting resources?
In light of the current COVID-19 situation, many leaders are facing an unprecedented level of uncertainty. Lyndell Fogarty, CEO of PerformHR shares her thoughts.
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. It’s an adage many CEOs grapple with. And sometimes it’s difficult to balance the desire to drive a new agenda; going from good to great, reducing or even eliminating a way of operating that is outdated.
Annualised salaries may seem like a welcome administrative relief for employers. However, with changes coming to certain modern awards on 1 March, this may no longer be the case. The team here at PerformHR has reviewed the changes and shares their thoughts.
On the 1st December, rates of pay for some employees under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHADS Award) increased. Have you made the necessary changes to payroll for your team?
HR has many components to it, each requiring a different skill set. Whether you need ongoing support in payroll, once-off recruitment, or expert Employment Relations advice, there are a number of benefits to outsourced HR partners - for both your business, and your people.
Christmas is a happy and festive time, but end of year parties can also be a minefield for employers, with the risk of over-indulgence and inappropriate behaviour. So, how can you prevent and manage incidents?
For businesses in the community care sector, bringing the right people into your organisation is critical. So, what can you do to ensure you find the right candidates, and the right candidates find you?
As well as potentially bringing criminal charges to your door, underpaying employees can have a significant business impact. So, how can you prevent your business from becoming the subject of a scandal?
Join our four part webinar series, and learn how a great HR strategy will deliver real results for your business.
You wouldn’t invite your builder to start building your home without first creating a plan. Don’t do it with your business, either. A well-thought out people strategy is essential for business success. But why?
The Royal Commission into the disability sector is underway. Here are the 5 proactive things you can do to support your staff – and your business.
As a people champion, a business owner and business leader, I believe that the workplace plays a significant role in the support of people’s self-regulation and care.
A strong culture is evident in the way each and every one of your team acts and behaves. And, as a business leader, it's your responsibility to ensure that culture is powering your business.
In order for a merger of this size and scale to be successful, implementing the right people strategy was crucial.
Here at PerformHR we love collaborating with likeminded people to deliver content that will make a genuine difference to businesses across Australia.
Why the real 'future of work' has nothing to do with how people work, and everything to do with creativity.
Remumeration reviews can often be subjective conversations... unless you've set up an objective framework to begin with.
Pat Sparrow. CEO of ACSA, discusses the impact great HR has on her organisation.
The EOFY brings with it a lot for HR managers to consider. Here's what you need to know.
Involve HR from the outset in any M&A... a human due diligence process can reduce imminent risks and identify potential deal breakers.
It's been described as the biggest change for businesses since the introduction of GST. So, here's everything you need to know about single touch payroll.
Everything you need to know about the 2019 minimum wage review, in a bitesize chunk!
While CFOs, COOs and CMOs are seen as natural successors to a CEO, HR rarely is. HR – we have a perception problem.
Mix social media with a disgruntled employee, and you can find yourself facing a stream of HR challenges.
Stuck in a rut with the same old interview questions? Ask these four pearlers, and see your interview quality rise immediately.
The story of how one aged care organisation overhauled its HR capability.
Temple & Webster was newly formed and had little brand recognition - but big aspirations.
Culture's not a fluffy concept that makes work a 'nice' place to be. It can have a major impact on every part of your business – including the bottom line.
Viv Allanson, CEO of Maroba, discusses the benefits of HR outsourcing and the positive impact it has had on her business.
As a CEO or business leader, you can be vicariously liable for sexual harassment. Are you doing enough?
A strong business relationship has much in common with a good marriage. Trust and communication are key.
Before looking for the fix to an issue, you need to understand why it occurred in the first place.
We've reached the point where enough is enough. Time is up. Is your business ready?
Engaged employees mean lower absenteeism and turnover, and increased productivity. What's not to love?
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