Lisa Spiden
Employee inductions an indispensible process
Employee induction is a key part of the hiring process, but one that many business owners overlook.
A guide to terminations
There are a number of situations where termination can occur, and each situation must be handled carefully to ensure compliance with complex employment laws.
Leverage culture, benefits and corporate social responsibility to attract employees
Finding the right staff members can be difficult in a competitive environment, but there are a few things you can do to make your business more attractive to potential employees.
Why you should outsource your HR
As a business owner, dealing with your business’ HR needs can be time consuming, and not having the right knowledge and understanding of HR issues can lead to potential legal problems and penalties for your business.
Are you complying with the industry awards governing your employees?
Industry awards are often a cause for confusion among employers, and misinterpretation of the rules that can leave businesses vulnerable to penalties.
How to ensure a good candidate experience
When it comes to recruiting new staff for your business, it is becoming increasingly important to ensure your candidates have a positive experience throughout the process.
What you need to know about changes to superannuation (part 3)
In the last of our three-part series covering the upcoming superannuation legislation changes, we cover the new MySuper default fund and the new director’s responsibilities.
What you need to know about changes to super (part 2)
This is the second instalment of a three-part series about upcoming changes to superannuation.
What you need to know about changes to super (part 1)
As a business owner, you are probably aware that there are some changes planned to superannuation and the minimum requirements paid to employees. However, do you know exactly what they are, and how they will affect your business?
When HR becomes more of a hindrance than a help
If you have more than a handful of employees, chances are you will need some form of Human Resources (HR) support for your business, whether it’s a single HR employee, a HR team or an outsourced HR company.
7 common causes of conflict during performance reviews
Conducting regular performance reviews is an essential part of effective business management. Through formal reviews, your employees can develop their skills and career potential and help your business meet its goals more effectively.
How to conduct an effective performance review
An effective performance review can provide benefits for employer and employee, as well as being a good opportunity to discuss any issues or confusion regarding individual members’ roles within the organisation.
What is performance management?
As a business owner or manager, performance management is a term which you are probably familiar with.
Top 10 mistakes to avoid in the recruitment process
Are you looking for new employees or planning to hire in the New Year? Finding and selecting the right candidate can be a challenge at the best of times, but making mistakes during the recruitment process can end up costing you more then money.
Need new staff in the New Year? Start recruiting now
If you are considering hiring new employees to start in January, February or March, you probably need to begin the recruitment process earlier than you might think.
The secret to attracting the right employees
Talented employees are increasing in demand, and competition can be fierce to attract the best candidates. How do you go about attracting the most talented employees to your business? Here are 5 ideas.
How to avoid an HR hangover after the Christmas party
Party season is almost upon us. The work Christmas party is a great way for companies to reward their staff for a year of hard work, celebrate successes and generally relax, but at the same time, it can also be an HR minefield.