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5 steps to respond to industrial action in your workforce
The right to industrial action is enshrined in legislation, but what role does HR play in managing a workforce that goes on strike?
Pregnant employee’s pay cut after transferring to a “safer” job
If a pregnant worker wishes to move to a safer role before going on parental leave, are they entitled to keep the same pay?
When can an employee retract their resignation?
An employee who retracted her resignation two days after submitting it has had her unfair dismissal claim rejected. Here's what HR needs to know.
When can the FWC extend the timeframe for an unfair dismissal claim?
The FWC decided in favour of a worker who submitted their unfair dismissal claim late, but a lawyer says HR shouldn't be concerned.
The cost to hire an employee might be higher than you think
The cost of hiring a new employee has doubled in the past two years. So what’s the solution to keeping costs down?
Job sharing could be your company’s competitive advantage – here’s how to get it right
Flexible work has fast become the norm, but some employers still struggle to attract and retain top talent. Could job sharing be the answer?
Are grey-collar workers the solution to skills shortages?
We’re all familiar with blue-collar and white-collar workers, but what about grey-collar workers? They could be a solution to addressing talent shortages.
Is it time to change how we think about productivity guilt?
In some instances, we can use productivity guilt to our advantage. HRM looks at how it might have benefits to boost performance – just don’t let it dominate your thinking.
How to write an attention-grabbing job advertisement
What should you consider when writing job advertisements to help your company stand out from the crowd? A recruitment expert offers some advice.
Burnout at work has risen by 5 per cent – and it’s on employers to fix it
Rising employee burnout at work stems from institutional rather than individual problems, a new report finds. And the pandemic hasn’t helped.