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What really makes a great leader?

Two decades of research dispels the "myth" that the keys to great leadership are "winning charisma, razor-sharp intelligence and extraversion", says Enviable Workplaces blogger Andy Partridge. » more »

Blog post: Where leadership experts get it wrong

After analysing more than ten years of scientific data exploring the link between emotional intelligence and leadership, research psychologists at RocheMartin have identified ten skills that powerfully predict leadership effectiveness. » more »

Inclusion program proves a hit with employees

Combining goals for diversity, corporate social responsibility and staff development in a work placement program has proved a win-win situation for NAB, says its manager of corporate volunteering, Natalie Howard. » more »

Q&A: How to manage - and lift - workforce performance

Managers who want to avoid the types of legal claims that can arise after performance management must ensure they are clear on what constitutes bullying, and what doesn't, says Freehills senior associate Natalie Spark. » more »

Testimonials for "How to manage - and lift - workforce performance"

HR Daily hosted "How to manage - and lift - workforce performance" in Sydney on 27 October. Here is a sample of the feedback left by attendees. » more »

People management crucial to "change" success

Organisations that fail to manage the 'people' side of a new project or initiative vastly reduce the chances of it succeeding, research shows. » more »

Strategy the key to employer brand advantage

A strong employer brand can give an organisation a significant advantage over its competitors, but according to a global survey, most employers do not have a clearly defined brand strategy and do not know which activities enhance their brand. » more »

Webcast: Protect your organisation from social media risks

Every organisation is potentially at risk of damage - to its reputation, assets, morale and much more - from its employees' use of social media. In this presentation, employment lawyer Nick Noonan outlines:

• Employers' rights to monitor and regulate employees' social media use;
• Employees' obligations when using social media;
• What to include in a social media policy;
• Employer risks in using social media in the recruitment process;
• The interaction between social media and privacy laws; and
• Recent case law involving social media issues in the workplace.

Don't sweep behaviour issues under the carpet

Of all the elements of performance management, behaviour is among the most challenging, says iHR Australia managing director and blogger, Stephen Bell. » more »

Blog post: Performance management needs to embrace behaviour

Modern managers need to accept that part of their role includes being a coach about behaviour... » more »