Amid the Coronavirus outbreak, remote working has quickly shifted from a nice "option" for employees to something they "must" do, and it's bound to cause cultural and engagement issues, experts say.
Overhauling performance and recognition, then continuing to make small tweaks to the systems, has helped an employer improve its engagement score by more than 30 points.
Culture has been elevated to a key priority in many workplaces, but employers are still getting it wrong by conflating it with engagement, according to experts.
More engaging and harmonious workplace cultures might boost productivity more than industrial relations reforms, according to a new discussion paper. Also in this article: Woolworths is facing a class action after disclosing its widespread underpayments; employees' eagerness to receive feedback can signal their intention to leave; and more.
An employer has failed to reduce a worker's redundancy entitlement after offering her a new role that significantly increased her commute times. Also in this article, what constitutes 'meaningful work'; how Coca-Cola Amatil supports employees' chosen charities; and more.
As organisations strive to become more agile it is not the training and resources they provide, but how fast their people can grow, that will make the biggest difference.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.
After years of legislative and regulatory changes, employers' key compliance challenges continue to shift and evolve. Attend this webinar to catch up on recent developments and their HR implications, preparing you and your organisation for what lies ahead.
