Blog post: Do we really want pay for performance?
Adopting a pay for performance mindset, while generally a good idea, can over-simplify what business leaders truly want and what actually motivates employees... » more »
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Blog post: Getting more value from your social networks
While there may be cases where a recruiter can say that they made a hire because of a social media tool, there are few organizations that can show a consistent return or prove that some other approach would not have worked just as well... » more »
Honour the contract behind the contract
An employment contract is more than a legal document - it is a psychological contract that plays a fundamental role in shaping behaviour and performance, according to a new report from The Work Foundation. » more »
Branch performance "a significant factor" in manager's suicide attempt
A Commonwealth Bank manager who so dreaded reporting his branch's poor customer service results to his peers that he attempted suicide has been awarded compensation by the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. » more »
HR leaders must be adaptable, clear and relevant, says HR leader of the year
As organisational "borders" become increasingly blurred, HR leaders will need to become more adaptable and able to deal with issues on a "case-by-case basis", says AHRI HR leader of the year and Allens Arthur Robinson people and development director Susan Ferrier. » more »
Q&A: Managing ill, injured and absent employees
How do you manage employees who have been injured outside of work? What happens when an employee refuses an independent medical assessment? When is it safe to terminate an ill or injured employee? Lawyer Luke Connolly answers these questions and more on this important topic. » more »
Blog post: The three stages of using video in your employment brand
Companies that do a good job of capturing "a day in the life" within their company have the best chance at making video a tool that allows candidates to feel like they're involved in the conversation... » more »
Blog post: Get together. Organised activities help to draw in young talent and retain them.
Not only do they want a job they enjoy along with a friendly atmosphere, they want to feel a sense of belonging. Create that feeling for the youth of your organisation and increase the retention rate among your young professionals... » more »
Don't let your leaders make themselves indispensable
The leaders that add the most value to a company are those who invest significant time in ensuring they have a worthy successor, says leadership expert Dave Ulrich. » more »
Recognise - and harness - alumni expertise
Online communities present a unique, cost-effective opportunity to harness the knowledge, experience and goodwill of former staff, but many employers neglect "the key ingredient for success", says organisational psychologist Craig Errey. » more »
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