High-performance programs curb workplace bullying
High-performance work practices have long been associated with increased competition, but new research suggests they actually prevent negative behaviours such as bullying. » more »
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The impact of pay versus meaningful work on job satisfaction
The job satisfaction of an age-diverse workforce can be bolstered through a more tailored approach to compensation systems, research shows. » more »
2020's most in-demand HR jobs; and CEO profiles changing
HR specialists are particularly in demand in NSW, Queensland and Victoria, while larger organisations in South Australia, Western Australia, and the ACT are recruiting more generalists, according to a new report. » more »
Employee education halves customer abuse incidents
A pilot program has demonstrated that training frontline employees to understand and cope with customer misbehaviour can significantly reduce such incidents and their associated costs. » more »
'Vision' issues a key challenge for leaders
Transformational leadership is becoming acutely critical due to the rate of change and disruption in workplaces, but many leaders remain 'transactional', according to a management expert. » more »
Support for HR practitioners 'practically non-existent'
Many HR practitioners don't feel psychologically safe in their workplace, and perceive that very little tailored support is available, according to research. » more »
Appeal to clarify personal leave; Aggressive worker's dismissal stands; and more
A decision on employees' personal leave accruals, described as one of the most contentious cases of 2019, is on its way to the High Court. Also in this article: an aggressive employee's dismissal ruling will stand; top HR priorities for 2020; and much more. » more »
Is a "mass exodus of organisational refugees" imminent?
There's just one thing holding back a "mass exodus of organisational refugees", and no guarantee that employers can stop it, says a Gartner VP. » more »
Premium skills set for pay rises; Avoiding an underpayments scandal; 'Emotional' work; and more
Developing in-demand soft skills is one way for employees to circumvent Australia's low-pay-growth environment, new research shows. Also in this article, preventing an underpayment scandal; the link between emotional work and absence; and more. » more »
Redeployment offer wasn't "reasonable"; Whistleblower policies; and more
An employer has failed to reduce a worker's redundancy entitlement after offering her a new role that significantly increased her commute times. Also in this article, what constitutes 'meaningful work'; how Coca-Cola Amatil supports employees' chosen charities; and more. » more »
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