Do Probationary Periods Matter? Understanding Their Role and Limitations
Probationary periods are a common feature in employment contracts, but from a legal standpoint, their significance is often misunderstood. Here’s what you need to know about the role and limitations of probationary periods in the context of employment law and management. The Legal Perspective Probationary Periods and Notice Requirements: Legally, a probationary period primarily affects […]
Addressing the Workforce Crisis in Australian Aged Care: Why a Pay Rise Alone Isn’t Enough
The Australian aged-care sector is grappling with a severe workforce shortage despite recent salary increases for aged-care workers. While the pay rise is a step in the right direction, it is clear that more comprehensive solutions are needed to attract and retain staff in this critical industry. This issue not only affects the quality of […]
Mastering Transferable Skills for a Successful Career in Marketing, PR, or Design
Congratulations on deciding to pivot your career towards marketing, PR, or design! Embarking on this new path is both bold and exciting. As you prepare to dive into your new industry, one of the most important steps is identifying and showcasing the transferable skills that will make you an attractive candidate, even if your experience […]
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Jobs & employment scams
Jobs and employment scams trick you into handing over your money by offering you a ‘guaranteed’ way to make fast money or a high-paying job for little effort. There has recently been an increase in reported scams and instances of fraud across the recruitment sector within the Asia Pacific region. Warning signs: how to spot […]
Why partner with a Recruitment Agency for you Talent needs?
In today’s competitive job market, finding the right talent for your organisation can be a daunting task. Recruitment is a time-consuming and resource-intensive process, often leading to frustrations and setbacks. This is where a recruitment agency can be a game-changer. Below we will explore the benefits of working with a recruitment agency and focus on […]
Employers lean into L&D to boost recruitment, retention
As Australia grapples with a tight labour market, many employers are now turning to learning and development (L&D) strategies to enhance recruitment and retention in their organisations. LinkedIn‘s 2023 Workplace Learning Report revealed that 54% of L&D professionals are now working even closer with their human resources peers in terms of talent acquisition. It comes as Australia’s […]
Kind leaders are effective leaders
Less exhaustion and more productivity for your workforce are just some of the benefits of leading with kindness, experts from Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) remind us. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Dr Daniel Tan, Chief Executive Officer of healthcare company Parkway Laboratories, did something unexpected. He […]
Branding Your Business to be Attractive to Candidates
