Do you remember when you were first learning to drive for the first time? Initially, the experience was stressful and uncomfortable as new skills were learned in an unfamiliar environment. With more practice, confidence and understanding, that...
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Set the right foundations early: 6 key steps to induct and onboard new staff
Employee induction and onboarding are crucial stages in an organisation’s journey towards building a successful and motivated workforce. These processes go beyond routine introductions and standarised tick box exercises; they lay the foundation for...
Employee accommodation: Avoid these common traps
It is not uncommon (particularly in rural settings) for employers to offer accommodation to their employees as part of their remuneration package. Particularly in regions like Toowoomba with a housing shortage, this can be a great way to attract...
A Non-Negotiable Duty: Responding to and Preventing Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
Preventing bullying, sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace is everyone’s responsibility. Inaction isn’t an option – and the onus is on employers to take meaningful action to ensure their workplace is safe, respectful and inclusive....
Quiet Influencers: The Silent Strength of Gentle Leaders
Not all business leaders are extroverts. There seems to be a common perception that great leaders are bold, ambitious, charismatic and outspoken, however that’s not always the case. In our DiSC workshops, for instance, we see business leaders of...
A Game Changer: Superannuation Added to Paid Parental Leave
Superannuation payments will now be added to the Federal Government's paid parental leave, thanks to new legislation. The Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Adding Superannuation for a More Secure Retirement) Bill 2024 was introduced into Parliament...
The Modern Workplace – ‘Smart Flexibility’ is the New ‘Hybrid’
One of the lasting impacts of COVID-19 in the modern workplace has been the increased acceptance of hybrid working models or even a complete working from home (WFH) arrangement. Four years on however, many workplaces are battling an increasing...
The Power of Empowering Your People
Progressive businesses are always on the lookout for ways of being more competitive, creating efficiencies, driving growth, and improving business performance. To achieve this, businesses often look for process improvements, lowered costs,...
Master the Art of Leadership: Become a Steward of your Team’s Time
– Naomi Wilson, Founding Director Does this sound familiar to you… You lead a team of six people who all need time from you. But so do your clients, suppliers, strategic partners and countless others. Even though you had the best of intentions,...
Prioritising People: Why AI Will Always Need a Human Heart.
- Rikki Gainey, Team & Culture Consultant I have always been a “people person”. My strong belief is that the people that we choose to surround ourselves with, in work or in life can have a significant impact on us and how we respond to...
Induction & Onboarding
-Tamara Stopford, Leadership & Engagement Consultant I still get the jitters every time I start a new job! I love it—makes you feel alive! Camille Guaty In small business in particular, it is not uncommon for an induction and onboarding...
The Power of 8 Minutes
- Naomi Wilson Those who know me know that I love a good code word. Code words can be powerful ways to communicate with families, between friends and even within a workplace culture. Code words can be a 'safe' way to express something that can...
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