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You abuse you lose: employee sacked for online bullying – the importance of responsible social media use
Writer, feminist and respected commentator Clementine Ford is “sick and tired” of the cyber-sexism and abusive trolling she experiences on a regular basis. And since perpetrators commonly act either by…
Workplace bullying in theory and in practice: Can you tell the difference?
Do your employees, managers and leaders have an understanding of what constitutes bullying and harassment at work? Just as importantly, do they know what steps to take if they experience…
Quirky, unorthodox workplaces: what modern leaders can learn
The way that modern businesses operate is evolving, with many organisations adopting quirky and unusual organisational structures to encourage a more effective and engaged workforce. This can deliver incredible benefits…
Match made in heaven: how an HR Partner can benefit your business
Traditionally, HR ‘generalists’ have done it all; sourced top talent, kept the workforce engaged, provided counsel to senior management and so on. Successful businesses know that creating a desirable workplace…
Bank manager wins case on account of flawed performance appraisal
Managing workplace performance is tricky and according to a 2013 report by research firm i4cp, only 55% of employees from high-performance organisations (HPOs) believe that their performance appraisals have a…
Are your employees’ talents wasted due to ineffective management?
Experience and expertise in your chosen career will help you climb the corporate ladder, but it doesn’t guarantee that you will be skilled at leading others towards growth and success…
Collective agreement spells trouble for retail giant
Australia’s workplace regulations are vast and ever changing. A best practice approach to industrial relations is difficult for organisations lacking the in-house expertise to make it a reality. Continual law…
Ignoring allegations of inappropriate behaviour leads to costly litigation
When an employer is faced with allegations of inappropriate employee behaviour, it is important that the complaint is investigated thoroughly. Initiating an investigation in response to a complaint can accelerate…
Social media in the workplace: benefits and risks
Social media. It’s the buzzword of the decade, and it doesn’t seem to be losing momentum. Of adults who use the internet, over 70% use Facebook and many use multiple…
