Two-thirds of white-collar professionals (60%) have admitted to ‘rage applying’ to a new job since the beginning of the year – with a toxic workplace culture (65%) being the primary motivating factor. The trend ‘rage applying’ occurs when professionals retaliate to a bad day at work
LinkedIn has today unveiled its 8th annual Top Companies List – a data-backed ranking of the 25 best employers to grow a career in Australia right now. Fueled by unique LinkedIn data, the methodology looks at different aspects of career progression like how employees are getting promoted,
A thriving business relies not only on a strong product or service but also on a healthy and positive work environment. A toxic workplace, characterised by negativity, conflict, and low morale, can have a detrimental impact on employee well-being, productivity, and ultimately, the company’s bottom
Better regulation informed by small business impact statements would improve outcomes for consumers, small business and regulators and boost productivity, the NSW Small Business Commissioner has outlined. In a speech to the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia (COSBOA) National Small Business Summit, Commissioner
Australia’s dynamic small business sector is the lifeblood of the national economy. However, navigating the ever-evolving business landscape requires constant adaptation. Here, we explore five key trends Australian small businesses must address in 2024 to ensure continued success: 1. Embracing the Digital Transformation Imperative Technology
In today’s digital age, some might question the continued relevance of face-to-face business events. However, for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), attending B2B events like CommBank SmallBiz Week 2024 (28-30 May, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre) can be a powerful tool for growth. Beyond the
Meetings are a cornerstone of collaboration. However, for many employees, overflowing calendars translate to stress and dwindling productivity. So, how many meetings per week tip the scales from strategic huddles to burnout factories? The Burnout Zone There’s no magic number, but research suggests a clear
Xero has released a special report titled, ‘Small Business Productivity: Trends, Implications, and Strategies’, looking at the current state of small business labour productivity across AU, NZ and the UK. Based on anonymised and aggregated data from 240,000+ Xero small business customers, it found that while Australian
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the Australian economy. But for busy owners, juggling daily tasks and strategic vision can feel like a constant tightrope walk. This is where executive assistants (EAs) can be a game-changer. However, the traditional in-house EA model
Gen Z will make up more than a quarter of the global workforce by 2025, according to McCrindle Research data. However, when it comes to retaining staff of Gen Z (those born between 1995-2009), employers need to better understand and support the Gen Z workforce in building
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