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? Navigating Redundancy: Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity ? I have been helping a few people recently with redundancy. Losing a job due to redundancy can feel overwhelming—whether expected or unexpected, it often brings a wave of emotions: shock, frustration, sadness, and uncertainty about what’s next. But while it’s a challenging moment, it can also be ..read more

? 14 Years at SJ Personnel ? Today marks 14 incredible years with SJ Personnel, and I couldn’t be more grateful! ? What an amazing journey it has been, filled with growth, challenges, and countless opportunities to make a positive impact. A heartfelt thank you to all my HR and Recruitment clients for trusting me ..read more

Strong workplace relationships are essential for personal well-being and organizational success. Whether it’s colleagues, managers, clients, or even family members, every relationship brings unique benefits and challenges. ✅ Key Workplace Relationships: ? Colleagues – Built on trust and communication, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing. ? Managers & Employees – Rely on mutual respect and clear ..read more

Work-Life Balance Still the Top Driver of Attraction in 2024, Along with Salary and Compensation As we continue into 2024, the workplace landscape has seen significant shifts, but one trend remains consistent: work-life balance remains the top driver of attraction for talent. While salary and compensation continue to play a key role, the demand for ..read more

“Congratulations to Tox Bar Geelong for their impressive presentation at the Geelong Business Excellence Awards! Your innovation in the hospitality industry and dedication to providing exceptional service truly stand out. It’s exciting to see a local business pushing boundaries and setting a high standard in Geelong. Well done on this achievement, and we look forward ..read more

Many current HR practices already align with the new psychosocial health code of conduct, positioning HR professionals to guide their organizations through the latest legislative changes. With updates like Fair Work amendments, the psychosocial hazard code, the Closing Loopholes Bill, and the Right to Disconnect legislation, HR leaders and practitioners have had to navigate a ..read more

How can HR look after their own mental health at work? HR practitioners are used to building wellbeing and resilience strategies within their own organisations, but who is looking after their mental health? Consequently, HR professionals are often faced with emotionally demanding situations, such as handling redundancy discussions or supporting managers in addressing team disengagement or underperformance ..read more

  1. Health and Well-being Physical Health: Regular rest helps prevent burnout and reduces the risk of illnesses. Overworked employees are more prone to health issues, leading to higher absenteeism. Mental Health: Adequate rest is essential for maintaining mental health, reducing stress, and preventing conditions like anxiety and depression. 2. Productivity and Performance Efficiency: Rested employees are more productive. Fatigue can lead to mistakes, reduced concentration, and a slower work pace. Creativity and Problem-Solving: Rest allows the brain to recharge, enhancing creativity an ..read more

From August this year, new legislation will allow casual employees who believe they are no longer casual to request permanent employment. Under the new laws, what will constitute reasonable grounds to refuse a conversion request under the new ‘employee choice’ framework? Following the recent passing of the Fair Work Amendment (Closing Loopholes No 2) Bill, employers will soon be subject to new laws governing the conversion of casual workers to permanent status – the ‘employee choice’ framework. These changes, effective from 26 August 2024, will introduce a new definition of casu ..read more