Induction is a very important process in the employee engagement cycle. It can either provide the foundations for rapid growth and performance or lead to disappointment, confusion and disconnect.

The preparation and implementation of the induction phase can be very time-consuming for both the HR professional and operational manager who will directly engage with the new…

Induction is a very important process in the employee engagement cycle. It can either provide the foundations for rapid growth and performance or lead to disappointment, confusion and disconnect.

The preparation and implementation of the induction phase can be very time-consuming for both the HR professional and operational manager who will directly engage with the new employee. If the right approach isn’t used, the information provided to this worker can also be out-of-date,…

We’ve heard it time and time again: people are a business’ greatest asset. Encouraging the best from your staff and engaging them in your organisation’s mission is essential to business growth.

But aligning your people’s capabilities, responsibilities and motivations with your business goals is often challenging. It requires great understanding of the individuals and groups that comprise the organisation, how they interact with each other and how they produce business…

As the first of Australia’s 5.5 million baby boomers are preparing for retirement, business leaders will start feeling the pain associated with this mass exodus of knowledgeable specialists and the impact it may have on their company performance.

While the financial crisis and unstable economy have delayed many retirement plans, the ageing workforce has started to retire, taking with them years of experience and expertise that are difficult to replace.

The loss of intellectual…