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Last laugh—Managing change: elephants, chickens … and eggs
Add to Session workbookGive us too many options and our brains don’t like it, says Terry Williams. But when it comes to change, spending too much time thinking about those options can lead to paralysis by analysis.
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On the job—Engaging presence
Add to Session workbookHRINZ HR Generalist of the Year Laurent Sylvestre says his role as general manager of people and culture at Beca New Zealand is all about finding, growing and keeping talent. He talks to Raewyn Court.
Subscribe to read this articleBack to the future?
Add to Session workbookThe first issue of Employment Today rolled off the presses in October 1993. Now, 200 issues on, HRINZ chief executive Chris Till takes a trip down memory lane.
Subscribe to read this articleTwo decades on
Add to Session workbookFormer CTU president Ross Wilson wrote on New Zealand’s workplace policies in issue one of Employment Today. Here he looks back over the intervening years and concludes we have failed to learn from the unsuccessful approach of the time.
Read this articleThe cost of change
Add to Session workbookThe impact change has on workforce motivation can ultimately decide the success or otherwise of a change programme, says Rob Berg. Proactively ensuring fairness during change can have a positive effect.
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Add to Session workbookHow change capable is your organisation? Elspet Garvey outlines the approach taken by the University of Auckland to building change capability that’s responsive.
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Add to Session workbookDoing change well is a challenge, say Anna McNaughton and Megan Tomkies. There’s not one “right way”, so having experts on the job to help you will increase the likelihood of success.
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Add to Session workbookHiring the wrong candidate can be costly. John Austin explains how to distinguish between candidates who perform well on the job versus those who just look good on paper.
Read this articleScreen saviour
Add to Session workbookWho should conduct background checks? Anyone who hires people, says Katrina Birchall. Not adequately screening employees can come at a high cost.
Subscribe to read this articleIn for the long run
Add to Session workbookThe business case for sustainability has never been stronger, says Gerri Ward. She explores sustainability as a baked-in value, and explains how HR professionals can ensure it is an authentic part of their organisation.
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Add to Session workbookFor refugees arriving in New Zealand, employment is central to building a new life. Alannah Ellis explains how the Pathways to Employment programme helps them achieve their education and career goals and gives them an opportunity to prove themselves.
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Add to Session workbookNew Zealand’s landmark pay equity case is now before a government-initiated Joint Working Group. Ian McPherson summarises the situation so far and discusses the only legitimate source from which pay equity principles can be derived.
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Book Review — The Best Place to Work: The Art and Science of Creating an Extraordinary Workplace
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Add to Session workbookHR comment—A stitch in time saves nine
Add to Session workbookThinking about how to manage the weeds in his lawn calls to mind other lessons for John Gill. Doing what needs to be done when its needs to be done is the right way to do things—whether it’s with people, processes, technology … or dandelions, he says.
Subscribe to read this articleIn the limelight—Victoria Clark
Add to Session workbookTechnology at work—Connect to collaborate
Add to Session workbookAre your employees ready to compete in the workplace of the future? There’s never been a smarter time to invest in workplace collaboration strategies, but the right tools are critical, says Laura Owen. She provides some tips to help you on your journey.
Subscribe to read this articleRecruitment—The ‘C’ words
Add to Session workbookFour key “C” words have emerged in a recent report exploring market trends and salaries throughout New Zealand—change, customer-centricity, cultural fit and candidate specialism. Lucy Nichols explains.
Subscribe to read this articleEmployment trends—Trends to watch
Add to Session workbookFrom the return of Kiwis who have been living overseas to the impact of an ageing workforce, Dave Rees takes a look at the key trends currently affecting the job market.
Subscribe to read this articleWorkplace wellness—Integrated approach makes a real difference
Add to Session workbookWorkplace health and wellbeing programmes can make a real difference, but they need clear goals that relate to business objectives, says Professor Niki Ellis. Jackie Brown-Haysom reports on her presentation to the HealthyWork conference late last year.
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Add to Session workbookDon’t forget about your obligations as an employer under the Privacy Act 1993, warns Ashley Ayton. Failure to do so may result in both the Employment Relations Authority and the Human Rights Review Tribunal ordering an employer to pay compensation.
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