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Autism as an asset in the workplace
The IT world has discovered the value that people with autism can bring to an organisation. But the lessons they are learning about diversity are important for HR professionals in any sector.
Are men really worth $100,000 more?
On International Women's Day, we take a look at a new study that shows male managers out-earn their female counterparts by $100,000 per year.
How to re-ignite the spark in a disengaged employee
There probably isn’t a manager alive today who isn’t dealing with disengaged employees of some kind or another. Whether it happens slowly or all at once, watching a person fall out of love with their work can be hard. We talk a lot about engagement and how important it is to business doings like innovation […]
Study shows internships are good for business
Not only do internships give young people valuable experience, but a new study shows they improve retention rates and business performance.
With succession planning, HR acts as the kingmaker
Nearly half of Australian companies don't have a strategy around succession planning, presenting an opportunity for HR professionals to guide the process.
Flexible work more in-demand than ever
More employees are demanding access to flexible work arrangements. What are some of the trade-offs? And how can employers adapt to a flexible workplace?
The great communicator: Email is here to stay
People have a love-hate relationship with their email inbox. Naysayers need to make peace with it, though, because a new study shows email is here to stay.
Teamwork pays, but not for women
It goes without saying that being able to work well with colleagues of any gender is a prerequisite for jobs today. What’s not so clear, though, is how women fare when it comes to getting credit for group work.
How to successfully manage virtual teams
Distance is no excuse to not hire someone. As thoughts about what makes for successful teams change, technology makes it easy to collaborate from anywhere.
The surprising benefits of paid paternity leave
Paid paternity leave might seem like a cushy benefit. But a new study shows that companies that offer new fathers some time off perform better.