#Flexible Work
Sustainable living is one of the key trends that has emerged from a study of global citizens
Seamless experiences, sustainable living, flexible work life and the changing notion of home were the four key trends that emerged from a study, Where the World’s Moving Global Report, which released its findings today. Global money transfer company OFX commissioned the study which surveyed the lifestyle trends of more than 800 citizens aged 25-65 years […]
How to run a successful business remotely: key lessons from the CEO of tech startup BugWolf
We’ve all read the stories about people running their businesses from far-flung places or from a beach, but the reality is that most small businesses in Australia today still operate from a physical location or office, for a minimum of 5 days a week. For most businesses that means staff having to show up day […]
Leaders in workplace gender equality revealed
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) has awarded a record number of organisations its ‘Employer of Choice for Gender Equality’ (EOCGE) citation, this year. The 2017-18 EOCGE citation, which recognises employers who are actively commitd to achieving workplace gender equality in Australian, was received by 120 organisations across Australia. According to WGEA Director Libby […]
“We’re just like a dating site”: Puffling’s co-founder discusses her job-share platform
Fresh from winning the People’s Choice Award at the Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI), a pitching competition for female-led startups, Puffling co-founder Sarah Parker spoke to Dynamic Business about the problem her ‘dating site’ for job sharers is solving for return-to-work parents and employers. DB: What is the elevator pitch for Puffling? Parker: Puffling solves the […]
Don’t handicap your SMB in the war for talent, harness the business benefits of flexible work
By actively supporting flexible and remote work, businesses can position themselves as employers of choice in the ever-more-ruthless war for talent. Plus, if they’re seeking to be national or even global in scope, enabling ‘distributed collaboration’ – i.e. the ability for people to work together as a team, albeit remotely – isn’t just a strategy […]
Ditch conventions, boost output: The CEO of FlexCareers on the power of flexible working
Employers who resist the tide of change – i.e. refuse to embrace flexible working – not only miss out on the advantages of greater gender diversity, they limit the size of their talent pool, according to Natalie Goldman, the CEO of Sydney-based tech startup FlexCareers. Boasting a community of 75,000 job candidates, FlexCareers – […]
The rise of the ‘Dadpreneur’: five tips for fathers looking to start a lifestyle business
The number of dads using flexible working arrangements to care for their children has doubled since the mid 90s, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Changing gender roles have meant more dads are opting for flexible work arrangements or turning to entrepreneurship, for a greater work-life balance. When I left the safety and security […]
Three strategies for recruiting and retaining the best talent in the digital technology age
Australian businesses are facing an uphill battle when it comes to recruitment and retaining the best talent. A recent Robert Half report revealed a key challenge, with the majority (57%) of HR managers missing out on qualified candidates because of lengthy hiring processes. While recruiting the right talent is difficult, retaining talent is the next battle. […]
Building a millennial flytrap – attracting and retaining the next generation of workers
Millennials have never been more important to Australian companies than today. In fact by 2020, millennials are expected to make up half of the Australian workforce, with their numbers set to reach 75 per cent by 2025. With this in mind, what do business owners need to know about this generation? Millennials are known to […]
Tips for keeping off-site employees productive
As Australian small business owners and jobseekers eye opportunities for work-life balance, more workplaces are beginning to provide flexible work options.
Flexible work: understanding the opportunity
Despite acknowledging the opportunity to reduce company overheads and boost employee productivity and satisfaction, the debate surrounding flexible work is not subsiding.
Communication is main issue with anytime-anywhere work
Communication amongst colleagues is said to be the biggest issue with anytime-anywhere work, according to a new study released.
Flexible working and employee engagement adds up
Sustaining a happy and satisfied workforce through effective engagement should be at the top of any organisation’s priority list.
Key to staff retention is all in the benefits
Employee benefits have become more important than ever in helping to increase employee satisfaction and decrease staff turnover.
The who, what and when of staff mobility
The next time you see someone peering intently at the screen of their smartphone while waiting for the train, don’t necessarily assume they’re catching up on social matters or chatting with friends.
Flexible working conditions, are employers coming to the party?
The increasing desire among many employees to achieve a balance between work, home and other interests has led to a corresponding increase in expectations for more flexible work conditions. But are the employers coming to the party?