Today, people2people Recruitment shares their latest poll revealing that one in three Australian employers have cut employee perks in the last six months. The perk-cession is fast becoming a global trend, and Australia appears to be adopting this trend alongside New Zealand, who only recorded one in
Since 2005, annual labour productivity growth (growth in output per hour worked) has been the best part of one percentage point below its long-term average in Australia and other developed countries. The Productivity Inquiry that I helped conduct for the Productivity Commission found this will lead to
You’re in a meeting, with something important to say. Just as you begin, a colleague sighs and shares an eye-roll with their buddy. And not for the first time. Workplaces aren’t always harmonious. Whether it’s a cafe, factory or parliament, people do and say hurtful
Melbourne fintech Zeller today releases the first Zeller Small Business Resilience Report– see the full report here. The report, collated from the responses from over 600 Australian small businesses, reveals insights into how business owners are impacted by and are responding to, challenging economic conditions. Key data from the
Since 2005, annual labour productivity growth (growth in output per hour worked) has been the best part of one percentage point below its long-term average in Australia and other developed countries. The Productivity Inquiry that I helped conduct for the Productivity Commission found this will lead to
Jobs have grown again in regional Victoria and the regional unemployment rate has dropped to a near record low, underscoring the strength of the state’s economic resurgence. Today’s Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures show that more than 3,900 Victorians found work in regional Victoria
Introducing a new business to an already-saturated market is harder than it may seem. While brands like Uber and Canva burst onto the scene with little to no competition, quickly becoming leaders in their respective markets, their competitors will have to work much harder to
In the realm of workplace relations, the expression ‘abandonment of employment’ has become synonymous with situations whereby an employee abruptly ceases to attend work for an extended period of time, without a valid explanation. While it may seem straightforward to conclude that an employee has
It’s no news that the global economy is taking an uncertain turn. Running a business has become costly, especially for those operating from physical office spaces. Adding to the challenge, consumers are spending more conservatively. Thanks to steadily rising interest rates, lifestyle expenses are diverting towards
This year’s CommBank Young Hero Awards shines the spotlight on 10 outstanding business leaders from across Australia. These young entrepreneurs, aged 35 and under, are making a positive impact on Australia’s business market while pushing the boundaries of their respective industries. Let’s take a closer
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