Personalised welcome packs, one-on-one coaching and extensive induction training set new recruits at MECCA Brands up for success from day one, according to its HR director.
An employer unlawfully discriminated against a worker based on his age and disability when a manager sacked him because he had a bad back, poor hearing and was "too old", a tribunal has ruled.
The top-ranked company on Australia's best places to work list provides recruitment training to every line manager involved in its hiring, and boasts single-digit attrition rates.
Powerful cultures that are supported by like-minded people fuel phenomenal growth in organisations, according to a new book that highlights the qualities of 'cult' employer brands.
Some key challenges have held back most corporate social responsibility programs from advancing beyond 'feel good' efforts, but savvy HR professionals now know how to overcome them to achieve a return on their investment, according to a CSR strategist.
An award-winning employer has generated "enormous" autonomy and engagement by setting a clear expectation that every employee at every level is a leader, according to its head of HR.
A focus on helping staff become better people, rather than better workers, has helped one organisation maintain high engagement levels and performance across the company.
A report on the Australian Olympic Committee's HR practices has highlighted a mismatch with its stated values, with staff members characterising the former culture as "toxic".
Poor behaviour at work that falls short of misconduct can be the most difficult to manage, but too often employers turn a blind eye, a workplace lawyer warns.
Rigorous recruiting for cultural fit has helped an employer achieve high financial results and customer satisfaction scores, while keeping attrition below 10 per cent.
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.
