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People practices of high-performing companies

Craig — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 03:56:49 +0000

Article published in AFR BOSS: People practices of high-performing companies.

We know intrinsically that good leadership leads to strong financial performance. But, to date, it’s been rare to get hard evidence of that link in Australian companies. A landmark research report, released this month, has now applied some science to identifying exactly which people management strategies correlate with better financial results. See the full article here …

Testing times

Craig — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:31:42 +0000

Article published in OHS Professional magazine: Testing times.

Drug and alcohol testing in the workplace is increasingly common. However, as Craig Donaldson writes, there are a number of important considerations to take into account with the development and implementation of any drug and alcohol policy. See the full article starting on page 22 (PDF version) …

Tomago’s middle path

Craig — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:56:17 +0000

Article published in AFR Boss: Tomago’s middle path.

A new approach to negotiations helped crack a historically hostile culture at aluminium giant Tomago. See the full article here (subscription required) …

Getting up to speed at Telstra

Craig — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:37:40 +0000

Article published in HR Leader magazine: Getting up to speed at Telstra.

Effective inductions and onboarding play a vital role in improving the efficiency, effectiveness, productivity and engagement of new employees. HR Leader looks at how Telstra goes about onboarding and details some of the associated benefits. See the full article here …

Unilever gets down to business with health

Craig — Wed, 19 May 2010 12:14:29 +0000

Article published in HR Leader magazine: Unilever gets down to business with health.

Proving the financial worth of corporate health and wellbeing programs is often a challenge. HR Leader finds out how manufacturer Unilever has developed a robust program that is hardwired into business outcomes. See the full article here …

The importance of HR leadership

Craig — Wed, 19 May 2010 01:23:31 +0000

Article published by The Australian School of Business: The importance of HR leadership.

HR as a function has not always been perceived as one that is vital to the success of an organisation. This is changing, however, as senior leadership teams understand the value that effective HR leaders can add to a business. See the full article here …

Improve production with better induction

Craig — Wed, 19 May 2010 01:21:06 +0000

Article published in HR Leader magazine: Improve production with better induction.

Inductions and onboarding programs are essential in bringing new employees on board and improving their efficiency, effectiveness and productivity in a short amount of time. HR Leader speaks with experts about how technology is streamlining and transforming this process. See the full article here …

MBAs: What’s in them for HR?

Craig — Sun, 02 May 2010 12:23:32 +0000

Article published in HR Leader magazine: MBAs: What’s in them for HR?

MBAs are particularly relevant for HR practitioners who are looking to broaden their business knowledge. HR Leader examines the process of choosing the ideal MBA school and program and how to get the most out of an MBA. See the full article here …

At the compliance coalface of superannuation

Craig — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:35:10 +0000

Article published in HR Leader magazine: At the compliance coalface of superannuation.

Compliance with superannuation rules and regulation is an oft-moving goalpost for HR and employers. HR Leader examines some of the latest issues and trends in superannuation and looks at how employers can tick all the compliance boxes. See the full article here …

Pulling together for safety’s sake

Craig — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 04:33:24 +0000

Article published in Government News: Pulling together for safety’s sake.

Government departments at all levels will soon be impacted by a national OHS regime. Craig Donaldson looks at what it will mean for the public sector and examines the hallmarks of good practice. See the full article here …