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Christmas Close Down FAQs
Now that November has arrived, it’s time to start thinking about Christmas! Most importantly, it’s time to consider what your business will be doing over the slower period of Christmas. Transparent communication with your team needs to be a priority. If you have questions about a Christmas shut down, reach out to us. We are here to help you…
Failure to Plan is Planning to Fail
In Australia, only 45% of businesses make it to the 5-year mark. There have been numerous studies about what makes the difference between success and failure. One of the common indicators of success is taking the time out to plan. I get it, as a small business owner there are so many things to do and balls to juggle. But, if you want to run a sustainable business, planning is key. AND it doesn’t have to be…
Melbourne Cup Day
The Melbourne Cup is held annually in Australia at 3pm on the 1st Tuesday in November. Also known as the race that stops the nation it can also divide it. Over the past decade, viewership of the race has steadily decreased and although still very popular, its popularity is waning. A well-run Melbourne Cup event can be an amazing…
Visa Strategies for Small Business
Updates to the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482) have significant impacts on small and medium sized employers. As of July 2024, significant changes were made to the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482), commonly referred to as the 482 Visa. These changes are designed to address labour shortages and strengthen employee rights; however, it also introduces new challenges for employers, in particular small businesses. Here is an outline of the key changes and our tips to support you. Key changes: Previously, workers were required to…
Training: Essential or Expense?
I get it! Particularly with the cost of living squeezing our margins, investing in training is a hard decision. However, small, well-chosen investment in training will have your business outperforming your competition and improve your bottom line. So how do you get the right balance when you run a Small / Medium Business (SMB)? Forget what it is like in Corporate World! They have huge budgets, an inhouse training team and Learning Systems. As a small business owner myself, I am looking for…
Procedural Fairness
Impact HR offers an As Needed HR model, so we often support SME owners and managers who are confused by why they have received an email to defend their decisions before Fair Work. This is another area of the Australian Employment Law that seems biased against SMEs, without the budgets to engage lawyers. The businesses have very strong reasons for terminating an employee’s employment. So why are they in…
Sexual Harassment and Employer Liability
Did you know that effective September 2024, significant changes to Australia’s workplace sexual harassment laws have come into effect? These changes are part of broader reforms under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment and incorporate the Respect@Work recommendations aimed at…
It’s OK not to be OK
In October 2023, Nikki, one of our Senior HR Consultants and I, started talking about her potential relocation to Queensland. In January it became a reality. Nikki is, bravely and kindly, sharing her journey as we know how important this can be. It is OK to Not be OK, but please reach out for the help you need. Over the last 9 months I feel that when I was asked the question “Are you ok?” I’ve avoided it or shouted next question please! It’s been a crazy…
Managing Poor Performance and Absenteeism
In my experience, very few people wake up in the morning with the intention of performing poorly. A number of factors create poor performance, and when we start to set expectations and hold people accountable, it can be difficult for everyone. As a result, we often see a link between poor performance and absenteeism. The employee’s absence creates more work for…
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