The Direction – November 2015

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Note from our Director

Hello!  I can’t believe we are so close to Christmas – again!  And Welcome to our November edition of The Direction – inspiring you towards maximising performance and productivity of your team for an increased Return On Investment.

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…..

Chasing your tail with WH&S – Do you feel as though you are chasing your tail with workplace health and safety?  Often I meet with people who are overwhelmed, frustrated and fed up ….. Read more

Measuring Workplace Culture: Move Beyond People Watching – I’ve always thought that workplace culture is a business’s greatest differentiator and asset, because while competitors…. Read more

Engaging not enraging WH&S – Imagine a workplace where your physical and mental health is of no particularly concern or priority despite a WH&S policy on the wall ….. Read more

Connectivity isn’t engagement – Working out of hours, being available 24 / 7 and being ‘connected’ to work doesn’t mean employees are engaged.  They need head space to be able to do that! .… Read more

 

Industry News

The Productivity Commission Workplace Relations Framework final report was expected to be handed down this month however we have not yet heard anything…. Read more

Netflix in the US has recently implemented an unlimited parental leave policy for new mothers or fathers during the first year after a child’s birth or adoption…. Read more

 

Case Summaries

Domestic Violence is a business issue – There is increasing recognition that what affects employees affects employers and Domestic Violence is unfortunately one of…. Read more

 

Industry Statistics

The average time off for physical injury is 5 weeks vs 13.3 weeks for work related mental disorder claims. (Safe Work Australia).

The average claims payout for physical injury is $8K vs $22.2K for work related mental disorders. (Safe Work Australia)

 

Announcements

We recently undertook a program with Qld Leaders and proud to be a Graduated Member of 2015 – one the next generation of leading companies.

 

Clients

Thank you for your kind words Glen from eNurse… Read more

 

Looking for more inspiration….

Join our LinkedIn group – Inspiring Greater Than HR and join in the conversation.  Be Inspired.  Inspire Others.   Greater than HR.  Some recent discussions:

  • Recruitment: 4 Steps to Wooing Candidates From Larger Firms
  • Work-related mental disorders
  • The Best Ways to Hire Salespeople
  • Managing Risks
  • Transformation of Stockland
  • How to survive networking events
  • BYOD – Bring Your Own Device
  • The Myth of the Million Dollar Sales Rep