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Cancer patient let go after requesting leave
The Federal Circuit Court has ruled against an employer who told an employee “I can’t keep your job” because she needed time off to recover from cancer treatment.
Dealing with people at work is more stressful than mental health concerns, study finds
New research on wellbeing at work from The Wellbeing Lab and AHRI finds that dealing with people is now the biggest source of struggle at work.
Increasing diversity: How Ita Buttrose is making our screens look like our streets
Having spearheaded content guidelines as a means of increasing diversity at the ABC, Ita Buttrose proposes how other organisations can achieve greater diversity in their own ranks.
Three creative ways to overcome the critical skills shortage
As Australia finds itself in the grips of a mass skills shortage, what can HR do to fill in the gaps?
Verbal resignations: How can you tell if they really mean it?
What should you do when an employee says “I quit” in the heat of the moment? This recent FWC case highlights why employers should be wary of accepting verbal resignations.
How to reject an unsuccessful candidate but keep them on side
Ensuring an unsuccessful candidate doesn't feel disgruntled is vital for protecting your brand. After all, they might just become your company's best ambassadors or future employees.
How can organisations adapt to the rise in part-time work?
Thirty-three per cent of the workforce is predicted to be part-time within the next four decades. Here’s what your organisation can do to prepare for the rise in part-time work.
Admitting you’re wrong might do wonders for your career
No one likes to say, ‘I made a mistake’, but admitting when you’re wrong can unlock the key to better leadership and a more engaged team.
Is gardening leave the best way to protect a company’s interests?
Gardening leave can prevent a former employee from exploiting trade secrets, but HR should be wary of certain traps.
Avoiding a fall-out from the super guarantee increase
A worrying amount of employers are planning to reduce take-home wages to offset the higher super guarantee, research finds.