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Workplace Change Isn’t as Scary as You Think
When management initiates change, it can be frustrating if staff don’t respond with excitement and a can-do attitude. Resistance to change is not only frustrating; it can also be seen as a deliberate …
The Future of Work is…Now!
The “future of work” is one of those buzz-phrases that’s been around for a good half-decade now. Often it’s used in tandem with digital transformation, or DX, to describe how we’ll be working as far a …
Clothing drives new-found dignity and hope for the homeless
Ever since a Marie Kondo style wardrobe cull went turbo in 2016, HR + L&D Tech Fest charity partner, Pass it on Clothing has been putting apparel, shoes and accessories directly in the hands of those  …
Merivale: Bringing Magic to the People Experience
To say that Merivale has evolved over the years is an understatement. Today it is known as Australia’s largest privately-owned restaurant and hospitality business, but just over 60 years ago, the fami …
Why People Are Dymocks’ Secret Weapon to Surviving the Online War
In an industry with tight margins, and ruthless competition from online stores, book chain Dymocks knows that customer experience in face-to-face interactions with friendly, knowledgeable staff is the …
Aligning Your HR Innovation Strategy With the Wider Business Goals
Now more than ever, HR leaders realise the need to be innovative in order to effectively contribute to the wider business. However, ensuring that HR has the same goals as the business isn’t as straigh …
Why a Strong HR Core is Your Most Important Asset
Most of us do a terrible job at leveraging our core HR system. It’s often overlooked by more ‘sexy’ HR tech like chat bots, predictive analytics, or personalisation. But the truth is, without a strong …
Does Engagement Drive Performance? The Chicken and Egg Question
If you have ever linked employee engagement scores to business outcomes (sales volume, customer satisfaction, financial & operational performance, etc.), you have likely been part of a “chicken or egg …
Pink Elephants: Charity Partner of HR Innovation & Tech Fest
We are so excited to be the chosen charity partner for HR + L&D Innovation & Tech Fest, Australia’s most exciting and progressive gathering of HR leaders, difference-makers and disruptors celebrating …