Implementing a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) can be a delicate process, and several common mistakes can undermine its effectiveness. Also, it’s never the same for any employee with varied situations coming into play. Hopefully, your next PIP isn’t as severe as...
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What are you Prepared to Sacrifice for the Job you Love?
Cathy Anderson, Senior Editor with LinkedIn News Australia has penned an interesting thought piece on what we are prepared to sacrifice monetarily and in the mind for the job we love. The idea is based on athletes selected for the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games...
What Makes a Good Leader Great?
We were intrigued by WPP’s ANZ president Rose Herceg’s recent video yarn with Dan Krigstein about what it takes to be a great leader; both from the leader and disciple perspective. The daughter of Croatian immigrants, Rose is one of the top leaders in the Australian...
The Benefits of Adaptive Learning
Adapting to adaptive learning is a concept that’s easy to, well, adopt. 👀 Ever heard of it? It’s an educational workplace tool or philosophy that allows leaders to set individualised courses for employees. Why? Because not all workers are the same, nor should...
The Art of Using Humour in the Workplace
We all know that the benefits of humour in the workplace are that it can alleviate stress and create a more relaxed atmosphere, helping employees cope with pressure and challenges; but we always need to be wary of the type of humour. Jokes that worked circa 1950-1999...
Ageism in the Australian Workplace: When is Old, too Old?
It’s crazy to think that ageism in the Australian workplace remains a significant issue, with many older workers facing discrimination in hiring, promotion, and retention. The perception of being "too old" can vary widely depending on industry, company culture, and...
Bullying and Harassment Watchdogs in Australia’s Creative Industries
With A-list celebrities from Hollywood, such as Keira Knightley, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Carey Mulligan, and director Emerald Fennell, having signed an open letter urging the UK's creative industries to end bullying and bad behaviour in the entertainment sector, where...
Level-Jumping Employees
When an employee thinks they’re the employer, you have a recipe for ego-mad disaster with a workplace derailment imminent. So, what can a manager do when their newly hired employee starts calling the shots like a boss? During meetings. In front of stakeholders. Firing...
Is Knocking Back a Promotion Fraught or Empowering?
This recent piece on Women’s Agenda by writer Caroline Z had us thinking deeply about an intriguing quandary surrounding promotions in the workplace and whether we go for them – plus the ramifications or stigma if we knock one back! "Not all employees want to climb...
Delivering a Stellar Work Presentation
Some people thrive when giving work presentations; exuding charismatic energy, calm confidence, and a clear strong voice – it's like they have just walked off the TEDx stage and into a meeting room. Then there’s the other half of us who struggle with the spotlight,...
How to Give your Career the Kickstart it Deserves
Are you ready to meet your professional goals and get the most out of your work life? Whether you’re planning a career change, looking to take the next step in your role with your current company, or simply looking to increase your productivity, try setting some...
Top 3 Ways to Wow your Workspace
We spend most of our waking hours at our desk, whether that’s WFH or office-based, so keeping it clean and minimalist is perfect for our productivity. There’s no need to go full OCD, just shave down the clutter a tad. Three dirty coffee mugs, an unused keyboard and a...