March 2011: In this edition

Staff Retention (minimising turnover) - Staff turnover becomes an expensive exercise for organisations (recent reports suggest associated costs can range from $15k up to an entire annual salary). So why do staff keep leaving? And how can organisations improve retention?

Emotional Intelligence - Emotional intelligence increases with age and there is an old-fashioned word for this phenomenon: maturity.

Just A Thought - Whilst we can train people to perform their tasks, it's not as easy to teach them the wisdom needed to appropriately respond to unusual situations!

In the News - Australia's unemployment rate unchanged; Fair Work Ombudsman fines NSW employers and unions in excess of $600,000 this financial year for breaches of workplace law; Australia's employee satisfaction level well below global average; Modern Awards transitions continue to roll out

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January 2011: In this Edition

Paid Parental Leave - Much has been written about the Government's Paid Parental Leave Scheme which became effective from 1 January 2011. It is important to consider how this scheme can assist with the retention of talented staff.

Good Economy = Salary Negotiations - The stronger dollar combined with good employment figures and the emerging skills shortage creates a good environment for salary negotiations. It seems there will be increasing pressure to look after staff initiatives.

Just A Thought - Why is it that there are those at work who are diligent, hard working and don't cause any trouble, yet are overlooked for advancement?

In the News - Definition of "small business" changes from 1 January 2011; changes to the rate of Payroll Tax; changes to Consumer Law; making young workers safer in the workplace

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August 2010: In this Edition