January 2025 Updates to Our Employee Manual Products Released
We’ve recently updated our HR Policies and Procedures Manual, as well as the NDIS Self-Managers Direct Employment Manual and the NDIS Support Worker Agency Manual. These updates incorporate recent changes to Flexible Unpaid Parental Leave and introduce a new policy on...
New Criminal Underpayment Laws in Australia: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
As of 1 January 2025, significant changes to Australia's employment laws have come into effect under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023. These reforms introduce criminal penalties for intentional underpayment of wages, underscoring the...
Office Christmas Party Games
Christmas calls for fun, light-hearted, and engaging party games to bring some holiday cheer to your office party. Whether you’re looking to encourage team bonding or simply want everyone to let their hair down, here are updated ideas to ensure your celebration is a...
Why Do Employees Leave? Tackling High Turnover
Employee turnover can be a significant challenge for businesses, especially in today’s competitive job market. High turnover disrupts operations, inflates recruitment costs, and affects team morale. As a manager, understanding why employees leave and how to address...
What Should a Social Media Policy Contain?
In today’s hyper-connected world, social media has become a critical tool for businesses, not just for marketing but also for employee engagement and customer interaction. However, with the benefits come significant risks. A comprehensive social media policy helps...
Word of Mouth vs. Gossip: How to Foster Positive Communication in Your Workplace
Ever wonder why some conversations about your business leave you feeling proud, while others make you cringe? The difference often lies in the fine line between word of mouth and gossip. In business, verbal communication can either build your brand or slowly erode it...
The Power of Thoughtful Documentation: Writing Notes About Employees
As a manager, documenting information about your employees is an integral part of your daily routine. From recruitment notes and performance reviews to emails and project updates, written communication is a constant. However, the importance of what and how you write...
Issues to Consider When Choosing Employee Uniforms
A well-designed employee uniform enhances your company’s image, fosters solidarity, and builds team cohesion. However, choosing the right uniform for your employees is also a complex and potentially conflict-inducing process. If you get it right, you will have...
2024 Minimum Wage Increase – 3.75%
The Fair Work Commission has decided to raise the national minimum wage and award wages by 3.75% as part of their Annual Wage Review. This brings the national minimum wage to $24.10 per hour or $913.91 per week for a full-time worker (based on a standard 38-hour...
Managing a High-Performer with Poor Social Skills
Every business with more than one employee tends to have one: A unique thinker, maverick or radical employee. Someone who thinks outside the square, perhaps is constantly full of ideas, or someone who is amazing at finding solutions to problems. The challenge is that...
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