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Could Netflix’s culture even exist in Australia?
What happens when transparency goes too far? HRM examines the performance practices at Netflix and whether the company could legally operate in Australia.
Emotion-sensing technology – friend or foe?
Developments in emotion-sensing technology mean it could soon appear in a workplace near you. But do the benefits outweigh the privacy concerns?
CFMEU to pay over $300,000 for “creating” a safety concern
During an enterprise bargaining agreement negotiation, the CFMEU behaved questionably and was fined for “flagrant disregard for the rights of occupiers”.
How not to neglect your remote workforce
It’s easy for remote workers to feel out of the loop. Here are some (very) simple tips to ensure that they feel included.
3 weird ways work can damage your life
Some seriously depressing research about the trouble that work can cause to your marriage, productivity and health. Beware!
A lesson in “glocalisation”
The HR operations of a healthcare system steeped in tradition have been updated by making the global local, a process known as "glocalisation".
Should new mums keep in touch while on maternity leave?
Pregnancy and parenthood too often negatively impact women’s career prospects. How can organisations and new mums alike ensure this doesn’t happen?
Commuting: more trouble than it’s worth
From “commute discrimination” to “commuter bias” it seems travelling to work isn’t much fun for anyone. HRM rounds up the most recent research on commuting.
Email still main form of work communication, but we suck at them
Widespread as email use may be, we still haven’t grasped when or how to approach this workplace communication tool effectively.
3 decision-making insights for HR
From the courage displayed in a crisis, to the overhaul required when a culture turns sour – here are three things HR should consider about decision-making.