Workplace investigations are a necessary part of conflict resolution, but they can be incredibly disruptive if not handled well. After …
Help! My top performer wants to leave the business
What would you do if you found out one of your valuable team members was looking for a new job? …
How to Have Difficult Conversations at Work
Difficult conversations are an unavoidable part of life and business. No one looks forward to having them and we …
It’s not what you know but who you know – Using your networks to find work
Many mature aged job seekers often tell me that they have never had a resume, never applied for a …
New Years Resolution – are your best employees looking for a new job?
Happy New Year and welcome to 2020! The end of January and school going back often tends to signal …
Are you prepared for your Maternity Leave?
Being the highly organised person that I am, as I excitedly await the arrival of my first child, I …
How long is too long to stay in a job?
The days of seeing an employee work for the one organisation for 20, 30 or even 40 plus years …
Temp to Perm – is it a perfect match?
As a Business Owner or Hiring Manager there is a strong chance that at some point you’ve been short …
8 Insanely Simple Productivity Hacks
How to Stop Being Busy and Start Being Productive We have banned the word ‘busy’ from our office. Whether …
Do you treat your employees like an outcast when they hand in their resignation?
Why is this? and more importantly does anyone benefit from this behaviour. The fallout can negatively impact your brand and …
Perfecting your craft
I was fortunate enough to attend Commerce Ballarat’s Business Day Out last month. I really enjoy the chance to step …
Good culture starts with a hello
Workplace culture drives our success in business. Poor culture leads to high staff turnover, disengaged and unmotivated employees which in …