Managing Employee Performance

Managing Employee Performance

A proactive, consistent approach to managing employee performance helps drive productivity and improve retention. Waiting for problems to escalate only makes issues harder to fix.

Ask HR: What are stay interviews, and why do you use them?

Ask HR: Adverse Action vs. Unfair Dismissal, stay interviews

Most businesses are familiar with exit interviews—but by the time you’re having that conversation, it’s too late. That’s where stay interviews come in. These proactive, one-on-one conversations between a manager and an employee are designed to uncover what keeps your people engaged—and what might cause them to consider leaving.

Ask HR: Managing remote and hybrid employees

Ask HR: Adverse Action vs. Unfair Dismissal, stay interviews

Remote and hybrid work options have become essential for organisations aiming to attract and retain talented individuals. Working from home offers considerable advantages, including shorter commutes and access to a broader talent pool. Yet, the shift to remote teams also brings unique challenges. For HR professionals, ongoing feedback is crucial to keep employees feeling supported and engaged.

Improve your leave management

leave management

Managing leave entitlements can be challenging for businesses, especially with multiple public holidays throughout the year and varying employee expectations. Ensuring fairness while maintaining operational needs requires proactive leave planning and a clear understanding of Fair Work obligations.

The Rise of Workplace Investigations

workplace investigations

With increasing scrutiny on workplace conduct, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) can no longer afford to take a reactive approach to complaints. The Respect@Work reforms have heightened employer responsibilities, particularly around workplace misconduct, bullying, and sexual harassment. If issues arise, businesses must ensure investigations are thorough, fair, and legally compliant.

Are you compliant with recent Fair Work Changes

fair work changes

Staying up to date with changes to workplace laws is essential for businesses of all sizes. With recent amendments to the Fair Work Act, updates to casual employment rules, and superannuation changes, now is the time to review your policies and ensure compliance.