Human resources
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And They Are Off: Will You Give Employees The Afternoon Off For Melbourne Cup?
Employsure | November 6, 2018Although the Melbourne Cup is a legal public holiday in Victoria only, it is observed by many workplaces across Australia as a chance to take time out or off work.
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The most important thing I learned in the military
Adam O’Donnell | November 4, 2018Calls to innovate are everywhere, but the key to meeting the challenges which life and business throw our way is cultivating mental, physical and emotional endurance.
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Why good design alone won’t attract millennials to your company
Libby Sander | November 4, 2018Young, well educated workers are looking for more than just funky design when they seek their ideal workplace. Organisations seeking to increase loyalty need to ensure they are balancing attractive workplaces and flexibility with effective management and growth opportunities.
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Counting the costs of illness and injury to Australian workers
Ross Iles | May 21, 2018Many Australians become ill during their working life. Common conditions such as back pain and depression often limit people’s ability to work but it’s in the interest of the employee, their employer and society as a whole to keep people economically active.
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Strong start for Queensland’s labour hire scheme
First 5000 | May 18, 2018The Palaszczuk Government’s new labour hire scheme has received more than 1,300 applications in its first month of operation.
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8 more TED talks for business leaders
First 5000 | April 15, 2018These entertaining, thought provoking talks will help business leaders understand their employees and customers, stand out from the crowd and foster greater creativity in their firms.
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Hope is not a method statement
Adam O’Donnell | April 9, 2018Prussian Field Marshall Helmuth von Moltke once observed that no plan survives first contact with the enemy. Adam O’Donnell explains why a strong ‘plan B’ is always required in the boardroom as well as the battlefield.
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A greener workplace makes employees happier and healthier
Libby Sander | April 8, 2018Bringing a touch of nature into the workplace can help reduce employee stress and increase creativity and focus.
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The appeal of the ‘flat’ organisation
Massimo Garbuio | April 8, 2018Many firms are simplifying their management hierarchies to reduce bureaucracy and mid-sized firms are ideally placed to benefit from its advantages.
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Do open plan offices deserve their bad reputation?
Gemma Irving | April 4, 2018You might be back in your open plan office after holidays, struggling to concentrate and pining for quiet time, but the bad rap open plan offices usually get is not always deserved.
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New visa scheme to attract foreign talent launches July 1st
First 5000 | March 20, 2018A new visa scheme to attract highly skilled global talent and deliver innovation to Australia will be piloted for a year from July 1st.
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Be in charge without being in control
Adam O’Donnell | March 5, 2018‘Corporate Commando’ Adam O’Donnell offers a military insight into the art of getting people to do what needs to be done without needing to be told.
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How to understand and harness your workplace rage
Peter O'Connor | February 11, 2018Research says it’s ok to let a little anger show in the workplace but you shouldn’t let it all hang out.
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Are you and your executive team geared for the year?
Melinda Fell | February 1, 2018The first month of 2018 has passed; resolutions been made and now’s the time to focus your thoughts on your goals for the year – and how well you and your team are positioned and resourced to achieve them.
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5 sectors to watch for new employment opportunities
First 5000 | January 31, 2018A new school and university year is beginning, with many students choosing courses to prepare them for their first job, but which industries will offer the greatest employment growth in the near future?