It's well known that being socialised to "play nice" from childhood doesn't always serve women well at work, but women who are too aggressive are also holding back gender parity, a workplace psychologist warns.
'Same job, same pay' claims have been driving wage gains at a level far greater than government forecasts, according to a new report, but a labour hire authority questions the merit of its "broad conclusions".
Organisations are being warned not to make "stereotypical assumptions" that leaders are less vulnerable to workplace psychosocial hazards, with new research showing they have their own psychological response to alleviating these risks for employees.
Data can play a powerful role in employers' diversity and inclusion programs, but many organisations don't know what to collect, or how to use their insights, a D&I expert says.
Personal happiness is the major driver for a satisfying work life, not the other way around, according to new research. Also in this article: who's on the move in HR roles.
Some 66% of Australian employers are changing their office attendance policies this year, a new report suggests. Meanwhile CPOs are upskilling; salary growth remains steady; new psych injury laws are on the way; and more.
Relationship management is the top skill that HR professionals in Australia should focus on to stay ahead in today's job market, according to new LinkedIn reports.
Failing to ensure a worker was not at risk of workplace sexual harassment has cost an employer $90k. Also: new reports on AI-generated resumes; hiring demand; and more.
Leaders who have undertaken mindset training, like the types traditionally used in elite sports, are reporting better wellbeing and performance, and gaining an extra four hours per week on average, research shows.
All employers should consider putting in place a workplace s-xual harassment prevention plan, even though such plans are only expressly prescribed in one jurisdiction, according to a risk management expert.
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.
