The Direction – November 2014
Note from our Director
Hello and Welcome to our November 2014 edition of ‘The Direction’. November! The festive season is upon us can you believe it?! We hope you like the contents of our newsletters now and are left feeling inspired.
If you haven’t already joined our linkedin group – Inspiring Greater Than HR then we recommend you do so to be inspired and inspire others.
If you would like to discuss any of the issues covered in the newsletter or anything else please contact us on 07 3890 2066 or admin@hrbd.com.au.
Inspiring thoughts…..
Corporate outings you’d rather forget When it comes to workplace social events many companies these days will give at least a cursory thought to ensuring alcohol is served responsibly,…. Read more
Virtual or Bricks & Mortar? In the current business environment of globalisation and evolving technology, the world of work has change dramatically. Information can be transmitted…. Read more
Talk, it’s not rocket science. There were recently talk in the media about teaching students worth ethics and one of the examples given was telling them to ring up and speak… read more
Can Industrial Relations law really drive productivity?. Many business owners view industrial relations as something with which they must comply rather than an important opportunity…. read more
Industry News
ACTU have made application to the Fair Work Commission for variations to all modern awards for the inclusion of 10 days paid domestic violence leave….. Read more
Case Summaries
The end of legal representation in unfair dismissal matters? Are you ready to take an unfair dismissal case on in the commission?…. Read more
Consultation with employees. A case that highlights the importance of understanding and properly following consultation obligations for workplace changes…..read more
Industry Statistics
Research by Wharton School on leading organisational change estimated Merger & Acquisitions fail between 40 – 50% of the time.
Of 150 unfair dismissal cases involving compensation, 42% of these cases more than $10,000 was awarded.
Events
Together with Interfinancial we are presenting ‘Building and Realising Business Value – Preparing to Sell and Raise Capital’ via webinar on Tuesday 2nd December.
Announcements
We will be presenting to hr daily premium members once again. This time on swearing in the workplace!