Those of you who have met me know that I expect that my permission is asked each and every time someone wants to use something that has my name – be it a post, story or photo. You’ll also know that I often don’t give that permission... read more
‘New Year New Career’ is a term well used by employers and recruiters alike in job ads during the lead up to, and aftermath of, the Christmas and New Year period. And there is a simple reason for this... read more
Leona Watson is the owner of Cheeky Food Group, a company that uses the fun and interaction of cooking together to provide team building, conference and client entertaining activities across Australia and New Zealand. In this video interview we... read more
With the Christmas and New Year celebrations about to kick into full gear, it’s time that you planned how you might manage the ‘silly season’ with relation to your staff. Specifically, their behaviour, attendance and overall frivolity during the... read more
Susan Williams is the founder of award-winning business The Finishing Touch. From modest beginnings 16 years ago, The Finishing Touch now employs more than two hundred casual staff nationally, and has a franchise in New Zealand. It has been... read more
In recruitment terms we are always discussing the skills versus fit scenario, and which is more important for any particular role or business. Time and time again, businesses agree that you should hire for fit and train for skills.... read more
Sue Murray is CEO of the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Australia’s leading community-funded organisation dedicated to research into the prevention and cure of breast cancer. For over 10 years Sue has been responsible for increasing participation in, and support... read more
There are two schools of thought on the business case for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Advocates make a strong case citing increased positive brand awareness, stronger employee engagement and increased community and environmental support. The naysayers believe that the... read more
Just as poor performers can drain valuable time, energy and money from your business, top performers can add all of these things in spades. Keeping these employees challenged, motivated, happy, committed and loyal to your company for as long... read more
The multi-award winning team at Ruby Cha Cha uses innovative market research to provide insights and create business stories that allow their clients to solve marketing challenges. In this interview we learn the role that research should play in... read more
Recruiting the right candidate can be very hit or miss process. Sometimes the ”ideal” candidate turns out to be a disaster, frustrating colleagues and derailing important client relationships. How many times have you experienced a bad hire which leads... read more
Spending the time to recruit properly is vital to the long term success of your business. The right staff will enhance your business and the wrong staff can cause irreparable damage to your reputation and productivity. Recruiting staff will... read more
