Australia’s COVID-19 restrictions are affecting people in different ways. So what can business owners and managers do if members of a team have varying levels of motivation?
"There's an opportunity for managers to individualise working arrangements for employees," says Collabosaurus' Jessica Ruhfus.
Arianna Huffington says a “no brilliant jerks” policy has never been more necessary
Thrive Global has a “no brilliant jerks” policy, because “the truth is, they end up affecting the whole culture,” Arianna Huffington says.
“A richer workplace”: Why this creative agency is launching a paid internship program for over-55s
Thinkerbell has launched a new eight-week internship program with a twist — it’s only accepting applications from people aged 55 or over.
Tanya Abbey was reluctant to take up the CEO title in her business: Here’s why
Perhaps some women are reluctant to take on the mantle of CEO with its lofty connotations of superiority and distance.
This tech CEO is on a permanent digital detox, and thinks you should be too
Publift boss Colm Dolan is on a digital detox, meaning he doesn't check emails on his phone, receive notifications or work on the weekends.
“Very disappointed”: The number of women moving into CEO positions is backsliding
Just one of the 25 CEOs appointed to lead ASX200 organisations in the past year has been female, and it’s not a 2020 anomaly.
What Kathmandu’s GM has learnt leading a multinational retailer from his son’s bedroom
"I never envisaged I’d be leading our entire Kathmandu network ... through temporary closures and curfews, all from my son’s bedroom."
Walk the walk: Why Reddit’s co-founder wants male executives to starting taking parental leave
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian has long been an advocate for better paid parental leave policy in the US.
Why COVID-19 could actually make hotdesking more popular
Hotdesking can benefit both employer and employee alike as we form new 'normal' working arrangements. Here are five reasons why.
Australian Human Rights Commission launches free, anti-age-discrimination training program in NSW
The Australian Human Rights Commission has launched a training package for NSW businesses dubbed ‘Upholding the rights of older workers'.
How to do business with humanity in mind
Human-centred businesses have deeper, more meaningful connections with their customers, teams and communities.
Ever wondered if you’re someone else’s bad boss? I was, and this is what I learnt
Have you ever wondered if you’re someone else’s bad boss? Michelle Gibbings says she learnt the hard way that learning to be an effective leader is a journey that never stops.
