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Navigating the Changing Landscape of Workplace Compliance

In an ever-evolving business landscape, Australian small business owners face the crucial task of staying informed on workplace compliance. Ignorance of the law is no excuse, and the stakes are high with potential fines and reputational damage on the line. This excerpt dives into practical strategies for small businesses to navigate the complexities of compliance, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, professional development, and expert consultation. It’s not just about avoiding penalties—it’s about fostering a culture of safety, fairness, and responsibility. Discover how staying ahead of legislative changes can transform compliance from a daunting obligation into a strategic advantage for your business.

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Fostering Workplace Communication in Australian SMEs

Introduction In the dynamic landscape of Australian small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), effective communication is vital. This article offers key strategies to enhance intra-workplace communication, fostering a more cohesive and efficient environment. Importance of Workplace Communication Clear communication is essential in Australian work culture, known for its directness and teamwork. It promotes efficiency, reduces misunderstandings,

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Business Shutdown over Christmas – A guide

In preparation for the upcoming holiday season, many businesses in Australia are getting ready for a temporary shutdown. Managing this transition effectively is essential for both legal compliance and ensuring a smooth holiday period. In this article, we’ll explore some of the things you need to do to prepare for a business shutdown. Provide Advance

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Preparing for Your Work Christmas Party: A Guide

The holiday season is fast approaching, and that means it’s time to get ready for your annual work Christmas party. It’s a time for joy, relaxation, and bonding with your colleagues. However, amid all the festivities, it’s important to remember that Australian laws and regulations still apply, ensuring that your office Christmas party is a

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Your Business for Christmas – Webinar Invite

Every year I have written an article for our website about people management in your business for Christmas. Very quickly, the season is approaching again. Because of this, on Tuesday 23 November at Midday (Brisbane Time), I will be hosting a short webinar on managing people in your business for Christmas This webinar is titled

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The Importance of Procedural Fairness

Ending employment is not always about why you ended someone’s employment – it is also important that you follow a fair and just process. This is called “procedural fairness”. An employee is behaving in a way you deem completely unacceptable. Other employees are intimated. The employee berates and belittles others. Their behaviours just make others

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Working COVID-Safe

Federal and State Governments are beginning to roll back the COVID-19 related restrictions. For many businesses, this means working COVID-Safe. An employer’s obligations under Workplace Health and Safety Laws to do what you can to ensure your workers have a safe and healthy workplace remains. In the case of COVID-19, this means doing everything reasonably

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Working from Home Since COVID-19

More people than ever are now Working from Home due to COVID-19. While this arrangement limits the risk of exposure to Covid-19, Employer’s continue to have an obligation to provide a safe workplace – including the home workspace. Working from Home is not new, in fact, it has been the subject of many blog articles

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