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Want to Reduce Staff Turnover? Here’s how.
Replacing people who leave voluntarily is expensive so staff retention should be every manager’s goal, especially in this current talent-short market. Research by Gallup Poll

Strategies to avoid the cost and inconvenience of being understaffed
Large companies should have a comparative advantage in sourcing talent as a result of their considerable resources, and strong brands, but in today’s market, many

Benefits and Risks of Hiring a Past Employee in Talent-short Market
Companies are often reluctant to rehire personnel who have previously left a company, but in today’s talent-short market, are former employees a potential untapped source

Is Your Business Too Small to Attract Top Talent?
Large firms are often perceived to have a distinct advantage in attracting and retaining talent but small to medium sized firms should not underestimate the

Top Ten Tips to Retain Your Great Employees. Why Retention?
Employee retention matters. Organisational issues such as training time and investment, lost knowledge, mourning, insecure co-workers and a costly candidate search aside; failing to retain

It’s Almost Christmas
It’s almost the end of a roller coaster year! 2021 has again seen us all affected by the constant challenges and disruptions associated with the

Managing Talent from a Supply Chain Perspective
In modern economies, we have developed sophisticated and expertly managed supply chains to minimise risk and ensure a ready supply of commodities. The same cannot

Did You Know Your Recruitment Process is a Window to Your Culture?
Companies are generally quick to confirm their intentions to attract top talent but actions speak louder than words. Hiring managers need to be aware that

Deciphering the Employment Market in Australian Agriculture
The permanent employment market is starting to move again in the agribusiness sector. Two strong winter crop seasons in agriculture after a prolonged drought and

Maximising Social Media as a Tool in Career Development
Over the last five to ten years, social media has revolutionised the communication process for those recruiting and for those who seek to develop their

Ignore Internal Candidates At Your Peril
In this candidate short market, hiring managers should look inside the box. If you are lucky, outstanding internal candidates can hit the ground running, as

Lost your job? Thinking of a career change? Here’s how to make the transition.
Changing jobs generally involves using the same skills but acclimatising to a new work environment, culture and people. A career change on the other hand