One in two CEOs believe they need to pursue operational agility and flexibility "aggressively" in coming years, according to a new report. Also in this article, two studies shed light on the costly impact of workplace bullying and best-practice approaches to managing it.
An employer that dismissed its 'worst salesperson' for failing to meet his targets acted unfairly because he received no formal, personal warnings, the FWC has found.
In a rare decision, the Fair Work Commission has ordered an employer to pay a sacked worker's unfair dismissal claim costs, finding its "stony silence" caused reasonable settlement offers to fall into a "costly litigation black hole".
General protections claims are on the rise, with employees feeling they have little to lose by launching an action. Watch this webcast for an up-to-date look at recent developments, rulings and practical risk-mitigation strategies.
A 71-year-old prospective employee whose job offer was rescinded shortly after he disclosed his age to HR has failed to prove the employer took unlawful adverse action against him.
More disputes over workers' employment status and entitlements are now headed to the High Court, after it granted an employer and union special to leave to appeal prior rulings.
Many executives are now feeling stressed and anxious about their impact as a remote leader, but five practical strategies can improve their mental health, a corporate psychologist says.
An employee who was sacked for fraternisation has failed to convince the Fair Work Commission that his unblemished 17-year tenure mitigated the seriousness of his misconduct.
With international hiring on hold, internal recruiters are having to work harder to fill open roles, especially where remote locations are involved, a talent acquisition 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.
