Handling tragedy: HR’s role when an employee or their loved one passes on
One should remember that it is not just a duty – it is a deeply human one.
Employee Engagement
Ensuring employee motivation, driving performance, and taking care of employee well-being. The employee engagement industry is rapidly evolving. Read about the latest trends in developing and sustaining employee engagement.
Gen Z and Total Rewards: Preparing for the Future of Work
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Gen Z is reshaping workplace expectations, prioritizing flexibility, well-being, pay transparency, and purpose-driven work. Employers must adapt Total Rewards strategies to attract and retain this evolving workforce.
Workplace productivity in Australia declines to 47% as burnout rises: Report
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Burnout is more prevalent among women (41%) than men (29%). Younger employees—particularly Gen Z (44%) and early Millennials (36%)—are also struggling, as they navigate their careers in an increasingly competitive job market.
Farewell hybrid work? Not for these major Australian banks
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While major US banks are phasing out hybrid working, Australia’s top financial institutions are sticking with it.
Five-day office mandates in Australia rise to 39%, as hybrid work options drop
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Major employers, including Amazon, CommBank, and the NSW government, have steadily increased in-office mandates since 2023, initially sparking worker pushback.
Why some employees never leave (and others bolt fast!)
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As the job market continues to evolve, companies that invest in structured career development and upskilling initiatives will have a stronger advantage in retaining top talent.
93% workers say AI helps them focus on strategy and problem-solving: Study
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While the active users of AI rated its benefits at an average of 4.23 out of 5, those who have yet to adopt AI or plan to do so in the next 12 months were less optimistic, with a rating of 3.89.
