Carefully drafted employment contracts are an employer's best protection against post-employment disputes in the relatively uncharted legal area of social media ownership, according to lawyer Chloe Conway.
In the absence of settled case law governing the ownership of social media connections, employers should take certain steps to minimise the risks of damage and loss to their business, an employment lawyer explains in this webcast.
Understanding the informal networks that exist in an organisation can help HR avoid potentially damaging decisions, and mobilise key influencers during times of change, according to teamwork and leadership expert, Dr Hilary Armstrong.
As economies improve and the competition for top talent heats up, an employer's brand as a top place to work is increasingly important, but largely overlooked, new research shows.
Empowering "employee activists" is not just the key to greater employee engagement, it may also lead to greater consumer trust of your brand, according to research by global communications firm Weber Shandwick and KRC Research.
Employers and HR professionals should ensure their social-media policies and training clearly cover use of digital photography, with photo-sharing apps creating a host of new bullying, harassment and other risks to manage, according to Holding Redlich senior associate Joel Zyngier.
The Fair Work Commission has upheld an employer's dismissal of a worker who refused to sign an acknowledgement he had undergone social media training, arguing it is inevitable social media policies go beyond purely an "at work" context.
The combination of social media and a holiday atmosphere makes the festive season a particularly dangerous time of year for employers, warranting "extra care" on their part, says Holding Redlich special counsel Trent Taylor.
Employers are only beginning to realise the potential impact of LinkedIn on their ability to retain business contacts, enforce post-employment restraints, and avoid costly claims, according to DLA Piper Australia senior associate Elizabeth Ticehurst.
Incorporating five key trends into talent acquisition strategies will help hiring teams improve their efficiency and "do more with less", says LinkedIn senior insights analyst Josh Coulson.
Some employers have successfully stepped up to the task of managing psychosocial safety, but in many other workplaces, initiatives are falling flat. Join us for an HR Daily webinar to understand what's holding back progress in this critical space and how to move forward.
