Salary growth to "bottom out" at 3%
Salary growth has slowed to 3.5 per cent in the last six months, according to research by Mercer. » more »
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Workers must know "the why" behind strategies
A great business strategy is almost worthless if employees aren't informed and inspired to execute it, say the authors of a forthcoming book. » more »
Manager actions can safeguard resignation "triggers"
Managers directly influence around half of employee resignations, according to a retention expert, but they can take low-cost steps to avert them. » more »
Spruik CSR strategy to secure top talent
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is often perceived as a fringe activity to be sidelined when times are tough, but CSR programs can help a company "thrive" in an economic downturn - providing employers know how to "communicate their involvement", says Manpower's Chris Riley. » more »
"Take control" of your budget with "unified" talent strategy
Rolling separate talent-development strategies into a single process is critical to creating a high-performance culture and "taking control" of your budget, according to a new SumTotal white paper. » more »
Alcohol-affected employees - balance safety, discipline and care
An employer's OHS obligations take precedence when an employee shows up at work under the influence of alcohol, but a regime that combines a clear policy, counselling and discipline ensures best practice, according to leading workplace lawyer, Michael Tooma. » more »
Diversity budgets weathering the GFC: Study
The diversity agenda of major Australian employers has weathered the impact of the GFC better than expected, according to the Diversity Council Australia. » more »
End time-wasting meetings and become a better influencer
Every professional's success depends upon their ability to influence others, but few have mastered effective face-to-face communication and too many waste their time in unproductive meetings, say the authors of a new book. » more »
Pitfalls for the "uninitiated" using psychometric testing
Psychometric tests are the best predictor of a potential employee's performance, according to an organisational psychologist, but they are often misused in the recruitment process. » more »
More employees leaving work for "lifestyle breaks"
The core reasons why employees leave their jobs haven't changed as a result of the GFC, but despite the labour market conditions more employees are taking "lifestyle breaks" from work, new research shows. » more »
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