Ignorance can be a defence
When Ignorance Can Be a Defence: The Gap Between Company Policy and Reality In business, there's often a significant gap between what companies write in their policies and daily reality. Many organisations spend considerable resources developing comprehensive...
Humanitarian department not the police
HR: The Humanitarian Department, Not the Police If you're an employee, chances are, the phrase, "HR wants to see you", makes your stomach drop. For too many employees, the Human Resources (HR) department feels like the workplace police department, a place you go when...
Avoiding difficult conversations
How Avoiding Difficult Conversations Can Trap You When You Need to Act A client called me, furious about a long-term employee who'd become a serious problem. He wanted him gone. When I explained he couldn't terminate without cause, he got angry with me. When I said...
AI Implementation Gone Wrong
Million Dollar Mistakes: AI Implementation Gone Wrong We can get this right as humans In November 2024, a company paid $2.2 million to settle claims their AI screening tool discriminated against applicants. Three months earlier, the EEOC secured a $365,000 settlement...
Performance Management Partnership Not Punishment
When we hear "performance management," many of us get worried. But here's the thing. It's not only important for continuous improvement. It must be done right. In Australian employment law. You must follow a fair process. And when done right, it's a tool for growth...
HR not the police podcast
HR is not the Police Podcast. Sonia King of King HR Consultants interviewed. By Anwar Khalil of Martian Logic. A HR Information System provider. HR Is not the police podcast. Sonia interviewed about all things HR by Anwar Khalil of Martian Logic. A HR Information...
Company Code of Conduct
Company Code of Conduct it’s your tool for tackling unwanted behaviour. Here’s why. Use your 'Company Code of Conduct' as a tool to tackle unwanted behaviour. In this video I provide a real life example. Your Company Code of Conduct is an important tool...
Company policies are vital
Here’s why Company Policies are Vital: Company Policies are important tools for managing anyone involved with your business. Or organisation. Including Members of the Board. Refer to them especially when someone behaves in a way that is not desired. Of course, it...
Choosing the right expert
Choosing the right expert. It's about checking they're experts in the area you need help with. Watch the video below. To learn why. From a recent example. Of a customer of mine that used the wrong expert to guide them. With an employment contract. ...
Risk of workplace psychological injury
Don’t risk it. Protect your business, yourself, and your employees. Know what you need to know and act now to prevent psychological injury at work. Psychosocial Hazards are terms used often, lately. It’s a big term, difficult to say and rarely understood. It refers to...
Employment laws you’re probably breaking
Employment laws you’re probably breaking And how to fix it. Did you know, there are Australian employment laws you must meet. Your employees sure do. It’s time you did too. Otherwise, you risk heavy penalties, potential fines. You can lose your business you’ve worked...
What is a HR Consultant
A HR (Human Resources) consultant is a skilled professional. External to your business. Supporting your business with following legislation and regulations. Businesses in Australia must follow, if you have employees. In Australia,workers are protected. By some of the...