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LinkedIn’s latest research illuminates the crucial role of talent development in a world of work transformed by AI

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LinkedIn’s latest research illuminates the crucial role of talent development in a world of work transformed by AI   Last year, technology took centrestage – LinkedIn saw a 21x surge in global English-language job postings mentioning GPT or ChatGPT This year, companies are directing their attention towards talent development. 91% of companies in APAC say … Continued

Schneider Electric announces Colette Munro as new Pacific Zone President

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Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced that effective this month Colette Munro is its new Pacific Zone President, overseeing all aspects of the company’s operations in Australia and New Zealand.   Highly regarded for her experience and expertise in digitalisation for the energy, mining and infrastructure … Continued

There’s No Staff Shortage in Australia; You’re Simply Not Hiring Correctly

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Amid the ongoing staffing challenges plaguing Australia, Maddie Jones, the driving force behind Talent X, makes a bold declaration that’s causing ripples across the business landscape: “There’s no staff shortage; you’re simply not hiring correctly.” This audacious claim challenges the status quo and urges a critical reevaluation of the recruitment strategies deeply ingrained in the … Continued

The four-day work week: 30% of Australians predict it being the norm

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New research reveals that one in four Australian workers believe it will be normal to have full flexibility over hours in five years 11% of Australian workers say their employers now offer a four-day week to help support mental health in the workplace Major changes to workplace entitlements like annual leave is also anticipated    … Continued

Five prominent Australian organisations to join the RISE Project

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Five major Australian organisations will join the RISE project – a groundbreaking program designed to help break barriers for culturally and racially marginalised (CARM) women in the workplace. The RISE project (Realise. Inspire. Support. Energise.) aims to help CARM women progress to leadership positions after a landmark Diversity Council Australia report identified intersectional barriers were … Continued

The top five things you need for an efficient payroll

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In the wake of COVID-19, companies the world over are renewing efforts to improve operational efficiency and cut costs. Under performing payroll processes are often top of the list. And for good reason. A disjointed, error-ridden payroll process can seriously hinder any company’s speed to market, undermine growth strategies and impact revenue targets.  The pandemic … Continued

CALLS TO BRIDGE THE DIGITAL GENERATION GAP

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New research shows the pace of the evolution of technology is leading to generational division in Australian workplaces. Since 2020 digital adoption accelerated with digital transformation witnessed in operations, customer interactions, cyber security and collaboration platforms. Now as Artificial Intelligence seeps into industries and hybrid structures take hold, experts urge companies to bridge gaps to … Continued

Child employment watchdog hits the Surf Coast

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Officers from Wage Inspectorate Victoria are hitting the Surf Coast this week, inspecting cafes and takeaway businesses from Lorne to Torquay to monitor compliance with the state’s child employment laws. Summer holidays are in full swing and the child employment watchdog is concerned seasonal demand in the holiday hotspot may mean some businesses have overlooked … Continued