A fake list of achievements on an employee's resume weren't the result of his "faulty recollection" and carelessness, but rather a deliberate attempt to mislead his employer, a commission has ruled.
It simply isn't possible for any workplace process to meet the needs of every neurodivergent person, no matter how much care and thought goes into its design, a commission has noted in response to an aggrieved employee's claim.
Candidate fraud is a major issue facing employers and can lead to huge reputational, safety, legal and financial damage, but "nobody is talking about it", a talent specialist warns. Also in this article: how to spot and deal with suspicious candidates during interviews.
The speed and scale of change being driven by AI mean it's not "just another" transformation like the industrial revolution or the internet, says an expert who expects it to widen the gaps between employees' performance.
Volatility and uncertainty have been replaced with brittleness and fear as established ways of working "break", but learning agility will remain a valuable skill, a workplace futurist says.
Significant signs of ageism are showing in the current hiring market, and an experienced talent specialist warns industries are on track to lose "invaluable" knowledge.
Recent "missteps" of Australian organisations attempting AI transformations reveal three consistent themes, which will change who employers want for top HR roles, talent specialists say.
Artificial intelligence is transforming HR practices, and workplaces more broadly. These tools present major opportunities for managing and engaging a workforce, but they come with pitfalls and challenges. Watch this HR Daily Premium webcast to better understand AI's current and future role in HR issues.
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.
