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Recruit the right staff and keep them happy with our comprehensive list of HR/Staffing articles. Learn how to cultivate effective working relationships, with tips on how to manage your team.

Also in this section: Maintaining the perfect work/life balance.
Getting the perfect balance between creating a successful business and maintaining a personal life can be difficult for business owners. Let our articles be a guide to help you and your staff get the balance back.

The importance of recruitment in a tough economic climate

The Australian economy has changed dramatically since the global economic crisis last year. Twelve months ago, Australian businesses were bemoaning the national skills crisis, today, they are more concerned with surviving the economic storm.

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What staff web misuse is costing your business

What staff web misuse is costing your business

by Kerri-Anne Turner | Friday, 19 Jun, 2009 – 17:13 |
Do your employees spend time internet shopping, playing online games or downloading pirated movies? Can you trust your staff on the net? For small businesses...
15 tips to become a better leader

15 tips to become a better leader

by Daniel Lock | Thursday, 4 Jun, 2009 – 16:38 | One Comment
In times of economic uncertainty, workers are looking for their employers to show leadership. So what does it take to become a successful leader? There are 15...
HR on a budget

HR on a budget

by Tina Radford | Wednesday, 3 Jun, 2009 – 18:25 | 3 Comments
Morale is low and so are funds. So how do you keep your good staff happy without giving them a payrise?
Flying business class: is it worth the cost?

Flying business class: is it worth the cost?

by Jen Bishop | Thursday, 23 Apr, 2009 – 16:17 |
Most small businesses are looking to cut non-essential costs such as travel in the economic crisis. Is flying business class still a justifiable expense or...
The qualities of a good boss: how staff perceive their employers

The qualities of a good boss: how staff perceive their employers

by Allison ONeill | Thursday, 16 Apr, 2009 – 15:36 | 2 Comments
There are a number of publications out there that discuss the markings of a great boss. But can you ever know what your staff REALLY think of you? Boss...
How to increase productivity in an open plan office

How to increase productivity in an open plan office

by Dr Jim Taylor | Thursday, 9 Apr, 2009 – 17:16 |
Open plan offices are slowly becoming the standard in workplaces across the country. But are they really effective? Do they improve productivity or hamper it?...
Employers neglect staff in downturn

Employers neglect staff in downturn

by Guest Author | Wednesday, 25 Mar, 2009 – 13:50 |
Australian companies are failing to properly manage their staff, with employers pushing staff priorities to the bottom of the list due to the economic...
Keeping staff motivated through incentives

Keeping staff motivated through incentives

by Guest Author | Tuesday, 24 Mar, 2009 – 15:25 | 2 Comments
Keeping staff motivated and inspired is often a challenging task for employers. It is no longer just about getting a cash bonus, but recognition for a job well...
Employees face redundancy, must adapt to survive

Employees face redundancy, must adapt to survive

by Guest Author | Tuesday, 24 Mar, 2009 – 13:26 |
A new survey from leading ASX-listed HR consulting, workforce management, outsourcing and recruitment company Chandler Macleod Group (CMG) has revealed that...
The World Financial Crisis According to Julia Ross

The World Financial Crisis According to Julia Ross

by Julia Ross | Wednesday, 25 Feb, 2009 – 14:08 |
Head of the largest ever woman-owned company to hit the stock market, recruitment expert Julia Ross shares her views on the world economic crisis. Global...


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