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Setting off on the right foot – why set off clauses have to be done right
You will hear us say it a lot here at Focus HR, employers should always make sure that they have contracts of employment in place. These contracts should not only tell the employee what the terms and conditions of the employment relationship are,...
Feedback: The Ultimate Respect
Feedback. Challenging to give; difficult to receive – even when it is positive we Australians still seem to struggle with giving and receiving feedback! I think a lot of people feel awkward giving positive feedback – maybe because they didn’t get...
Our Strategy Journey – Moonshot Goal
The evolution of our strategic plan has been remarkable - when we started in 2011 with just one person, it was very much 'fly by the seat of my pants'. And even when we ventured into formalising our strategy in 2015 we certainly didn't get it right...
Culture – the ultimate competitive advantage
Put simply, the culture of a company is the sum of the behaviours of all its people (Michael Kouly). Our workplace culture gives us a sense of identity, ensures we attract and retain the right people, and gives us a deeper sense of connection. ...
Summary of Key COVID-related Information for Managing Workplace Leave
Trying to keep up with all the regulations and directives about Covid-19 is a real struggle for employers. One of the most common queries we are getting is how to treat absences when employees are away for Covid-related reasons. We have put...
Covid-19 Vaccination Policies
The mandating or encouragement of vaccinations in the workplace is a hot topic at the moment with the regulations steadily increasing across various industries for workers and visitors alike to be vaccinated. The regulations so far include:...
Don’t forget to reflect
At this time of year it is very tempting to skip ahead and focus on planning for 2022, but please don't miss the opportunity to pause and reflect on 2021's achievements. Not only is it a wonderful chance to remind yourself what you and your team...
Ho Ho Ho – without the Oh Oh!
It’s that time of year again where everyone is preparing to wind down for the silly season. But let’s be real … no-one is actually ‘winding down’. The seasons don’t stop turning in the horticulture and agriculture industries; the building trades...
Strategy and Schooling
I was reflecting recently on my university days. They were some of the best days of my life. I know that at the time I felt stress and pressure to deliver assignments on time, memorise text books for exams, and the constant challenge from the...
Piece-rate Decision – Horticulture Award 2010
In a finding handed down late Wednesday 03 November 2021, the Fair Work Commission has ruled that workers picking fruit on a piece-rate must be guaranteed a minimum wage under the Horticulture Award. This finding was based predominantly on the...
Stop Sexual Harassment Order Powers Given to Fair Work
From 11 November 2021, a worker who has been sexually harassed at work will be able to apply to the Fair Work Commission for an order to stop the sexual harassment. This brings the treatment of sexual harassment into line with the approach taken...
QLD Vaccination Restrictions for Unvaccinated People
From 17 December when Queensland is forecast to reach the 80% double vaccinated milestone, hospitality and entertainment venues including festivals will only be permitted to allow entry to patrons and employees who are fully vaccinated. Read the...
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