Management Matters
News, opinions and advice on managing business systems and people.
Why GDPR is not just a European IT issue and what it means for...
On the 25th May, the European Union (EU) brought into force the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), with the aim of harmonising data protection laws across Europe as well as giving greater protection to individuals. It is one of the biggest changes to data protection rules over the last two decades.
4 tips to keep in mind on how to hire fast – without damaging...
Having grown their team by 70% in the last year, Vamp’s Aaron Brooks reflects on hard lessons learned from a year of recruitment
New research shows that true diversity and inclusion can solve Australia’s tech talent shortage
With
predications the Australian technology industry will face a shortage of 200,000
skilled workers in the next five years, businesses need to revaluate their
diversity...
How freelancers can climb the career ladder post-COVID
In times of economic stress the freelancer economy expands, bringing with it new opportunities to reimagine your career. In response, millions of workers around the world began freelancing for the first time, as a way to insulate themselves against the economic uncertainty.
How businesses can learn from the challenges presented during COVID-19
During our nation’s shutdown, I’ve witnessed a few retailers surviving, others thriving, while the majority have experienced a significant downturn or have seen their revenue cease altogether.
Curiosity or Catastrophe – How managers can impact employees in the second wave
Remember, as a manager you’ve had some practice at this in lockdown one, and whilst it feels different, there is a constant here.
Offshore staffing is a game changer for SMEs: Part One
Entrepreneurs' and small business owners' access to offshore contractors and staff is, I believe, one of the most significant game changers in the last 30 or 40 years. The internet has opened markets and modified business processes for SMEs. With fast broadband internet connection now easily accessible in many corners of the world, the opportunity to access offshore virtual staff drives benefits to a whole new level.
Meet ZSA ZSA Property, Anthill 2014 Cool Company Award WINNER [New Business]
In 2012, Danielle Geagea saw a gap in the market to bring style to real estate and provide a fresh experience for the consumer in the urban marketplace. Bada-bing! ZSA ZSA Property was born the following year. Now, the company aims to provide a better real estate experience for the consumer, provide options for the urban market and challenge the industry status quo.
The damaging work-life balance myth – where exactly is Australia going wrong?
In fact, of the 38 OECD countries Australia was ranked 30th for work-life balance with 13.2% of our population working very long hours. That may not sound like much, but when you compare it to the 0.5% of the Netherlands, it puts things in perspective.
Global employers are increasingly using gig economy platforms despite the concerns
With the growing acceptance of the “gig economy” workforce in Australia, new independent research commissioned by specialised recruiter Robert Half ...
90% of organisations say employee legislation and awards are confusing or contradictory, and need...
New research from Australia’s leading network in payroll training, consultancy and advisory has found that more than 9 in 10 organisations find government legislation or employee awards difficult to interpret, with most agreeing that many of these clauses need to be revised or made simpler.
Are you doing crisis communication right? Here are 9 guiding principles for the COVID-19...
The principles below have been created to guide organisations in a crisis, enabling them to act swiftly and ensure stakeholders are kept informed with engaging, timely and actionable communications.
Bringing the smarts to Australia’s catalogue industry amidst the COVID 19 pandemic
For brands and businesses of all sizes, one of the most conventional marketing staples is the print catalogue.
Unfortunately for this quaint relic from a bygone era, COVID-19 has accelerated the rise of eCommerce in Australia and shifted consumer habits, moving people even further away from a tactile reading experience onto a screen-based, digital experience
It’s not us it’s you: when you think you’re a good leader but your...
People don’t change jobs, they change leaders. When our habits are unproductive, the people influenced by them will form their own unproductive habits to survive in that environment. This stifles innovation, productivity and commitment.
How to raise your game when the world’s energy is falling
Life is fueled by energy, frequency and vibration so it's safe to say COVID-19 is a potent energy depressant. The onus is on leaders to take this challenge head on.
Should you take it personally when staff leave? Are exit interviews a chore or...
So you run that exit interview when a valued employee walks out the door. But then what?
It is a question many bosses find hard...
Aussie businesses need to embrace hybrid working in the 4th Industrial Revolution
According to a study by Slack, 1 in 2 workers would quit their jobs if employers provided no hybrid work offerings and forced full-time office work on them.
Don’t drop the ball! Here are 8 growth tips on how to sustain your...
Successful businesses are often the most difficult to improve, but without constant progression, it is easy to reach a plateau. Knowing where to look may be difficult, but here are seven areas to consider.
An expert reveals 7 reasons why major companies get caught in employee underpayment scandals
Every few months sees a major employee underpayment scandal – companies announcing that they have made payroll errors that have impacted thousands...
The benefits of game-based learning for compliance training [SPONSORED]
While there have been numerous innovations to improve the effectiveness of compliance training, one that has shown extraordinary results is game-based learning.