Survey reveals 88% of Australians believe racism is an issue at work
A new report from Diversity Council Australia pinpoints the barriers facilitating racism in workplaces and how corporations can address the issue.
Are emojis killing your chance to be taken seriously?
According to a new study from Tel Aviv University’s Coller School of Management, using emojis at work signals 'low power'. But does it really?
How can employers and employees help prevent burnout at work?
Is shifting blame responsible for our never-ending burnout? M.K. Ward, director of people, culture and OD at startup Zipline.io unpacks what keeps driving us to exhaustion.
Dreading a return to the office? Here are some tips that can help you through it
Many people are now returning to an office environment for the first time in two years, so how do you transition yourself to a new office norm?
Female CEOs from Bumble, Match Group and Citigroup lead charge to help employees seek abortions
In the US, a growing number of corporations are taking a stand against newly enacted restrictive abortions laws by helping to cover the travel costs for their employees seeking abortions.
Bellamy’s Organic recorded $200 million in revenue in 2021, but CEO Tarsi Luo is not stopping there
Bellamy’s Organic, headquartered in South Melbourne, is forecast to grow 20-25% this calendar year, up from $200 million annual revenue in 2021. The CEO explains how.
Employer groups question “illogical” Victorian sick leave plan for casuals
Employer groups say the Victorian government's plan to offer casual workers sick leave via a pilot scheme will hinder the state's economic recovery.
What Adam Grant got wrong about bias, and how we can all do better
On International Women’s Day last week, at a time when diversity and bias were in the spotlight, it was hard to miss one of Adam Grant's latest posts, this time full of bias and privilege.
Australia’s temporary work visa program needs a revamp, and it could benefit Aussie businesses
Australia’s temporary skilled migration program is hard for businesses to use while still not protecting migrants from exploitation.
Are your external and internal communications aligned? Top tips for SMEs
When SMEs have an aligned, integrated external and internal communications strategy it can lead to business growth, building trust with employees, attracting the right talent and better strategic alignment.
Cameron Schwab was the CEO of AFL clubs for 25 years. Here’s what he’s learnt about ethical leadership
SmartCompany Plus chatted with Cameron Schwab to find out how taking that mammoth role at such a young age affected his leadership approach, and what he’s learnt along the way.
LEGO’s gift to staff as profits and revenue soar amid the pandemic
The world's largest toymaker has recorded a bumper year, with burgeoning sales, revenue and profit from the colourful bricks increasing by nearly a quarter during the pandemic.