Terminating employees is part of running a business. While the reasons for terminating an employee may vary, there are a few key points that you should always consider whilst deciding when and how to terminate an employee.

It is crucial for all workplaces to practice effective communication as it provides purpose and accountability, eliminates confusion and builds a positive workplace environment/culture.

For many small to medium enterprises (SMEs), basic goal setting is one of the most critical yet undervalued activities for business planning. Even if you are the business’ only employee, it’s a vital step towards visualising – and then achieving – future growth.

Christmas is upon us! After a busy year, we all can use some festive fun.

With some employees working in different states, from home or offshore, it can be difficult for everyone to get together in person for a Christmas Party.

From 1 November 2021, if you have new employees start and they don't choose a super fund, you may have an extra step to take to comply with choice of fund rules. You may need to request their ‘stapled super fund’ details from the ATO.

When a business chooses to hire a Graduate, Apprentice or Trainee it can result in many advantages for you as an employer.

We have highlighted the main benefits employers should consider when identifying the need to recruit for young talent, as opposed to hiring more experienced candidates.

Bullying and harassment are often used as interchangeable terms across many businesses. However, because the law relating to these two issues are different, the approaches your business need to take to prevent and respond to these behaviours should be different.

It is widely a known fact that business reputation plays a crucial role in attracting customers and thus increasing profitability. However, one point that is often overlooked is the role employer branding plays in attracting high calibre candidates.

Many employees hold second jobs. In most circumstances this is not an issue for employers, but what if it is? What happens when an employee can no longer meet the requirements of their role due to the impact of secondary employment or if that employment creates a conflict of interest?

When in business it is inevitable that you will be faced with terminating an employee at some stage. Whether it is due to unsatisfactory performance, misconduct or restructure, one thing remains the same, you will need to issue them a formal termination letter that clearly outlines that the employment is being terminated and why.

There are little more things difficult to talk about than hygiene issues. This can be especially true in the workplace. Most common, is the issue of body odour. When body odour is strong, it can result in co-workers not wanting to work directly with, or even communicate with, a person. It can affect individuals, teams and entire workplaces.

Employees are a company’s most valuable resource, therefore having a ‘isn’t their salary their reward’ mindset is not always beneficial. It is important for employers to have an effective reward and recognition framework in place to increase employee engagement.

Employees nowadays are looking for increased flexibility in their employer and are attracted to organisations which understand that life incidents may not necessarily fit into the general employee leave entitlements.

Employment contracts sets out the terms and conditions of employment between an employee and employer. For a contract to be binding, there are various elements involved.

Are you aware that your employees are entitled to 10 paid ‘Keeping in Touch’ Days while they are on parental leave?

HR Metrics are operational measures that help your business track your human capital and measure what’s working well, what needs improvement and what trends to expect in the future.

Employees leaving is a normal part of business, but it is fair to say that it’s not always easy and at times the employee or the employer, don’t always get it right.

Due to the recent outbreak of COVID-19, working from home has become the new norm in most workplaces. Although it has its advantageous, due to lack of social face-to-face interaction it can have a negative impact on a sense of team.

WFH was a great novelty to many, presenting various advantages. Due to continuing to WFH on and off for a long period of time, some individuals are now are starting to face challenges.

Recent research undertaken by Indeed has revealed that 48% of employees say they are likely to get vaccinated if it is offered and/or rewarded by their workplace.