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Embrace Innovation

HR Team 02/10/2024 No Comments

Embracing Innovation: A Path Forward for Australian Organizations As we navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, recent findings from Gartner’s Global Talent Monitor shed light on a crucial challenge facing Australian organizations: employee-centered innovation. While the statistics reveal some areas for improvement, they also present an opportunity for organizations to recalibrate and foster a culture that inspires and motivates… Read More... "Embrace Innovation"

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Say Hello to Better Work-Life Balance: The New ‘Right to Disconnect’ Legislation Explained

HR Team 11/09/2024 No Comments

Say Hello to Better Work-Life Balance: The New ‘Right to Disconnect’ Legislation Explained You might have heard about the new “right to disconnect” legislation that’s been making waves in Australia. This change is all about giving our work culture a much-needed refresh and helping folks strike a better work-life balance. Here’s the lowdown: What’s It All About? The legislation came… Read More... "Say Hello to Better Work-Life Balance: The New ‘Right to Disconnect’ Legislation Explained"

Why Labour Hire is a Win-Win for Blue Collar Industries and Workers

HR Team 14/08/2024 No Comments

In the fast-paced world of blue-collar industries, flexibility, efficiency, and expertise are key. That’s where labour hire comes into play. Whether you’re a company looking to scale operations or a worker seeking new opportunities, labour hire offers compelling advantages for both sides. Here’s why companies in construction, manufacturing, and warehousing opt for labour hire, and why employees might choose this… Read More... "Why Labour Hire is a Win-Win for Blue Collar Industries and Workers"

Why you should Temp with Staffr.

HR Team 11/07/2024 No Comments

1. Job Security Concern: Temporary roles inherently come with less job security compared to permanent positions. Employees might worry about the instability and the possibility of their assignment ending unexpectedly. Impact: This uncertainty can lead to stress and anxiety, affecting overall job satisfaction and long-term financial planning. At Staffr we work with our contractors to keep them employed when they… Read More... "Why you should Temp with Staffr."

The Remote Work Debate – Who Is Right?

HR Team 16/10/2023 No Comments

Both employees and employers present good arguments when discussing a return to the office. But who is right? Are employees entitled to work from home? Are employers entitled to insist they return to the office? This article seeks to cut through the arguments and work out what needs to happen for everyone to be happy and productive. Read More... "The Remote Work Debate – Who Is Right?"

Identifying seven types of difficult employees

HR Team 07/08/2023 No Comments

In this article we will look at seven different personalities who might offer challenges in your workplace. In the months to come, we will talk about addressing performance with these difficult employees, resolving conflict with them, and finally, building trust and rapport with challenging staff members. Read More... "Identifying seven types of difficult employees"

What you need to know about Company Culture

HR Team 03/07/2023 No Comments

Staffr’s HR department presents a comprehensive and compact explanation of exactly what company culture is, why it is important, and how you go about changing it (including change management principles). Written for managers who hate buzz words but know they need to think about how their business feels. Read More... "What you need to know about Company Culture"

Pay Transparency – What’s it all about?

HR Team 05/06/2023 No Comments

What do the changes to pay secrecy laws mean to you as an employer? You can no longer make pay details a confidential matter, nor can you discipline an employee for discussing their pay details. Read More... "Pay Transparency – What’s it all about?"

Can I Ask an Applicant’s Current Employer for a Reference?

HR Team 04/05/2023 No Comments

Is it legal to ask a current employer for a reference? If you’re an employer, would you give a reference for an existing employee? Read More... "Can I Ask an Applicant’s Current Employer for a Reference?"

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The Future of Work: Meeting The Challenges

HR Team 23/04/2023 No Comments

As we discussed in our previous article, many businesses are implementing automation and AI measures into their businesses and finding they improve their business as a result. As you look to the future, implementing automation and artificial intelligence (AI) could greatly benefit your business in many ways. However, if you are considering automation or AI, there are potential pitfalls to… Read More... "The Future of Work: Meeting The Challenges"

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The Future of Work: Embracing Automation and AI

HR Team 06/03/2023 No Comments

Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are rapidly transforming the landscape of work across industries and the Australian job market is no exception. As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, businesses are leveraging automation and AI to streamline operations, increase efficiency, and drive innovation. While some may view automation and AI as threats to jobs, the reality is that… Read More... "The Future of Work: Embracing Automation and AI"

Top 10 Recruiting Tips for 2023

HR Team 22/01/2023 No Comments

Recruiting in 2023 is all about finding the right candidates with the potential to grow in your company and using different strategies and tactics to achieve that goal. Employers like you are feeling the pinch as the employee market shrinks and it takes lots more effort to hire good team members. Not only are there fewer candidates, but those also… Read More... "Top 10 Recruiting Tips for 2023"

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Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill becomes law – what does it mean for employers?

HR Team 22/12/2022 No Comments

The Fair Work Legislation Amendments (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 received royal assent on 6 December 2022. It will introduce a raft of changes to the existing Fair Work Act that employers need to be aware of, so they can amend their work practices and policies in time for the act to come into effect. Note that many of… Read More... "Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill becomes law – what does it mean for employers?"

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Creating an Inclusive Work Environment for All

HR Team 21/11/2022 No Comments

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, workplace diversity and inclusion have become crucial topics for organizations of all sizes and industries. Building a more inclusive work environment goes beyond just ticking a box for diversity quotas; it’s about creating a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included, regardless of their background, identity, or abilities. Diversity and inclusion encompass… Read More... "Creating an Inclusive Work Environment for All"

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Managing the Risk of Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace

WHS Team 13/11/2022 No Comments

The code of practice for managing psychosocial risks was released during November 2022, with implementation required by 1 April 2023. Codes of practice are admissible in court proceedings and so it is important for all persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU’s) to know their obligations under this code. The psychosocial code integrates a bunch of other old codes under… Read More... "Managing the Risk of Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace"

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10 steps to improving your job ads.

HR Team 22/10/2022 No Comments

Job ads are performing poorly. Why is that? And what can be done to fix them so they produce quality applicants and fewer tyre kickers? Our HR team delved into the problem and came up with this special report. Read More... "10 steps to improving your job ads."

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Managing Generational Differences in the Workplace: Bridging the Gap

HR Team 13/06/2022 No Comments

With different age groups working side by side in today’s modern workplace, it’s no surprise that communication gaps can arise. But fear not, because bridging the gap between generations in the workplace is possible, and it can lead to a more harmonious and productive work environment. So, let’s dive in and explore some ways we can better communicate with each… Read More... "Managing Generational Differences in the Workplace: Bridging the Gap"

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Helping your Employees find Work-Life Balance

HR Team 11/04/2022 No Comments

Achieving a healthy work-life balance can be challenging for many employees. Juggling multiple responsibilities, such as work, family, personal interests, and self-care, can lead to stress and burnout if not managed properly. As an employer or manager, it’s important to support your employees in achieving a healthy work-life balance. Here are some practical ways to help your employees manage their… Read More... "Helping your Employees find Work-Life Balance"

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Finding New Employees during the Great Resignation

WHS Team 15/12/2021 No Comments

What can you do right now to make your workplace somewhere new employees will want to work at? Our WHS team explores the matter further. Read More... "Finding New Employees during the Great Resignation"

National Mental Health Week

WHS Team 01/10/2021 No Comments

National Mental Health Week It’s National Mental Health Week from the 11th to the 17th of October, which means employers could use the time to check in on the mental health of their workers. An article on the Worksafe Queensland website says that a “recent Australian study found Covid-19 has had a negative impact on the mental health of supervisors… Read More... "National Mental Health Week"