A procedurally unfair dismissal process didn't negate an employer's right to sack a worker over social media posts that mocked domestic violence, expressed racist sentiments, and vilified minority groups, the Fair Work Commission has ruled.
Burnout is becoming increasingly common among leaders and employees, but wellbeing advice is adding to rather than solving the problem, a high-performance specialist says.
An employee who refused to get vaccinated has failed to prove he was unfairly dismissed, with the Fair Work Commission describing his employer's process as "difficult to fault".
An unsuccessful job applicant is arguing that because he was "outspoken and critical" of a recruitment process, an employer could have presumed he was involved in industrial activity and discriminated against him.
Strategic workforce planning is now gaining much more attention, but it requires a particular range of skills and multi-pronged approach. Watch this Q&A to hear an expert outline leading practices and common obstacles to success.
One of the most important steps towards greater inclusion is ensuring leaders understand their influence and the "shadow" they cast, which can be difficult for them to see, an HR chief says.
With the intensity of work looking set to continue, it's critical for employees to know when they're experiencing "healthy" stress, versus something more dangerous, a leadership specialist says.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
