When HR Gets a Seat at the Table — But No Voice
For years, HR professionals have fought to be recognised as strategic partners — not just admin support or compliance police. The dream? A “seat at the table.”But there’s a problem.…
Why a Higher Duties Allowance Is the Smartest Way to Trial a Promotion (Without the Risk)
Trialling someone in a more senior role sounds like a good idea. It’s a low-pressure way to test if they’re ready, right? Maybe — but only if it’s structured properly.…
The HR Record-Keeping Trap: What You’re Probably Missing (That Could Cost You in Court)
If you were audited tomorrow, could your business produce the exact documents Fair Work expects? Chances are, you’re missing something. And that could cost you thousands. For many small-to-medium businesses…
How to Create a HR Strategy That Actually Drives Business Results
Let’s face it — “HR strategy” is one of the most overused and underdefined phrases in the business world. For some, it’s a document that gets dusted off at board…
Organisational Change Fatigue: Why Your People Are Resisting — And What to Do About It
You’ve launched a new system. Rolled out new KPIs. Changed reporting lines. Rebranded. Reorganised. And now — yet another strategic initiative is coming. But your people aren’t clapping anymore. They’re…
The Myth of the Natural Leader: Why Capability Beats Charisma in 2025
“Some people are just born to lead.” It’s a comforting narrative — one that relieves businesses from the hard work of building leaders and allows charisma to stand in for…
Why Your Employee Handbook Is a Legal Risk (Not Just an HR Form)
The humble employee handbook — once considered a formality — is now a frontline legal document. But most businesses in Australia are still treating it like a forgotten PDF, written…
How to Avoid Misclassifying Contractors — And Triggering a Fair Work Audit
Contractors are the secret weapon of many growing businesses — flexible, cost-effective, and low-commitment. Until they’re not. Because if you misclassify a contractor as a true independent when they’re actually…
The Most Overlooked Clause in Your Employment Contracts (That Could Save You Thousands)
You probably think your employment contracts are “fine.” You downloaded a template, tweaked the details, and got your staff to sign. But there’s one clause that many Australian businesses overlook…
What the Fair Work Commission Actually Looks for in an Unfair Dismissal Claim
You followed your gut. You let someone go. And now you’re staring down the barrel of a Fair Work claim. Unfair dismissal is one of the most common and costly…