Clear Communication: The Key to Setting Expectations at Work

Clear Communication: The Key to Setting Expectations at Work

Clear Communication: The Key to Setting Expectations at WorkKaren Hillen
Published on: 23/04/2025

Every Australian business — no matter how big or small — needs a written code of conduct. It’s more than a legal safeguard. It’s a foundational tool that sets the tone for how your team works, communicates, and treats each other.

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Kindness and Empathy in the Workplace: Why It’s Good for People—and the Bottom Line

Kindness and Empathy in the Workplace: Why It’s Good for People—and the Bottom Line

Kindness and Empathy in the Workplace: Why It’s Good for People—and the Bottom LineKaren Hillen
Published on: 27/03/2025

The modern workplace is undergoing a quiet revolution. Employee expectations have shifted. People want to feel valued, respected, and understood. They want to work somewhere that aligns with their values. Somewhere human.

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Planning Employee Leave for the Year

Planning Employee Leave for the Year

Published on: 16/01/2025

Managing leave throughout the year can be so important, especially if you shut down over the Christmas/New Year period and require your employees to take leave

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Understanding the National Employment Standards

Understanding the National Employment Standards

Understanding the National Employment StandardsKaren Hillen
Published on: 06/01/2025

The National Employment Standards is a set of 11 minimum employment entitlements established under the Fair Work Act 2009. These standards ensure fairness in workplaces across Australia.

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