Believe an employee is worth keeping? Have you ever had an employee who isn’t performing as well as you’d expected but don’t want to lay them off? If you believe they are worth keeping, you may simply not know how to manage a poor performer. Managing Poor Performers Managing poor performers can be challenging, especially ..read more

Your employees will thank you later! Expanding your knowledge is a powerful skill in all aspects of daily life, however, many individuals find themselves within a situation where they feel uneducated in job settings. Employees may feel inclined to leave their position due to insufficient job training, as highlighted in the study by Society for ..read more

In any business setting, navigating workplace conflicts is pivotal to maintaining a smooth operational flow and a positive work environment. As a business owner or organisational leader, understanding the nuances of conflict resolution can significantly impact your company’s culture and productivity. Here are some strategies to help manage these situations effectively. Identify and Acknowledge Conflict ..read more

Shortcuts leaders wished they knew about management and communication within their team. Wish I knew this when I first became a manger … And here it is: When communicating directions to your team, communicate it in a number of ways to relate to learning styles of all recipients. Sounds hard? Its not! Its simple. Doing ..read more

The new right to disconnect laws take effect as follows: Eligible employees will have the right to disconnect or refuse contact outside their working hours unless that refusal is unreasonable. This practically means than an employee can refuse to monitor, read or respond to contact outside of their nominated working hours. Several factors must be ..read more

In 2015 the management team at CIRCLE Recruitment & HR decided that we needed a statement that said exactly who we were. We have been in business for over 20 years and we had quite a few new staff starting with us. We wanted not only to send a message to the business community and ..read more

Leveraging different working styles and skills can offer a game changing competitive edge for your business, so let’s dive into some of the ways our clients use our trusted workers ..read more

You know the type? Workaholic. Always working, never takes any leave. Well here is the thing… Not taking regular leave is actually a Work, Health & Safety issue and can have a very negative effect not only on your worker, but on your whole organisation. It can lead to demotivation, fatigue and an increase in accidents at work. It can also have financial implications in regards to accruing leave entitlements. Managers can be a positive influence in working with team members who do not take regular leave. Consultation is always the first step – have a good talk with your employee and try t ..read more

A resume is more often than not a company’s first impression of you, and as we all know, first impressions last. So, here are 9 things to eradicate from your resume before they kill your application: An unprofessional email address Using an unprofessional email address can reflect immaturity and lose credibility with the recruiter viewing your resume. It will often be the first point of contact between you and a recruiter, so it is essential to present yourself with professionalism. If you’ve had the same cheesy email since you were 17, it may be time to create a new one, just keep it simpl ..read more

LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networks, and the perfect channel for your job search. With over 1 billion users worldwide as of 2024, you want YOUR profile to stand out! Here are a few easy ways to make sure you have the best chance of grabbing the attention of recruiters and professionals in your industry:  Update your Profile This may seem self-explanatory, but first-and-foremost it is important that you include the most up-to-date experience and skills on your profile. Consider also including current contact details or linking a professional website (if relevant) so tha ..read more