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25.01.2022 Here in WA, we are fortunate to see confidence growing among local businesses. With many now recruiting, we are sharing our tips on developing an effective recruitment process. Today were sharing why its important to check a prospective employees fitness for work before making an offer. ... When a job is quite physical component, its important to confirm the person has the strength and fitness to perform the tasks, not only to do the job but, more importantly, to do the job safely, without risking injury to themselves or others. An occupation specific pre-employment medical assessment is the best way to check someones health and fitness is going to be up to the task. Even if the role is an office-based or less physical job, getting a pre-employment medical done can highlight any conditions or injuries that may need to be managed. To find out more, head to the link in our bio to read todays article and see our other tips on pre-employment checks. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips#perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace #construction #industry #recruitment #perthrecruitment See more

25.01.2022 Over the coming weeks, we are going to look at some common HR myths and help clear up any confusion around these misconceptions. Myth #1 - THREE STRIKES AND YOURE OUT Many employers believe they have to give three written warnings before they can dismiss an employee. ... Why this is a risky play: Even if you give 3 warnings before terminating someones employment, they may still have grounds to claim unfair dismissal, for example: If the written warnings are inconsistent with precedents set with other employees in the same workplace, If the written warnings are considered unreasonable or not warranting a warning If the timing between the warnings is significant enough, or If the warnings are unrelated or not related to the dismissal. This play can also be risky when an employer fails to dismiss someone for msconduct that poses a safety risk or serious risk to the reputation of the business. So, how many written warnings are needed? There is no magic number! In any case, the fair work ombudsman will be wanting to see that a fair process has been followed, and that any actions taken are reasonable considering all the factors of the case. In cases of serious misconduct, employees may be terminated without notice, however there should be an investigation in most cases, and the employee must be given an opportunity to explain their actions. If an employer is dealing with performance related matters, the employee must be advised of their inadequate performance, provided with clarity around expectations, and given an opportunity to improve with appropriate support and regular feedback. We assist employers in developing procedures so managers and staff know what to do in the event of misconduct or performance concerns. If you require assistance managing employee performance issues or misconduct, dont hesitate to get in touch with our team, and for more details on our HR Myth #1 head to our blog via the link in bio. @ Burswood, Western Australia See more

24.01.2022 Picture this, it is a busy Thursday morning and your Customer Service Representative goes out for lunch and doesn’t come back. You have tried calling them multiple times but haven’t been able to get through. ... On Friday morning, they don’t show up for work and after calling them again multiple times, you decide to call their next of kin who also doesn’t answer. What can you do and how long is it until it can be assumed that your employee is definitely not coming back to work? While abandonment of employment is not an issue that arises very often, when it does, it can cause a great deal of anxiety and stress for an employer. In some cases, an employee not attending work could mean they've been involved in an accident, are dealing with a serious issue in their personal life, and in some cases the person may have died. When you look at it from that perspective, it's easy to understand that there are some actions to take to check on the welfare of your employee. Even where this may not be the case, there are steps to follow before making the decision to terminate someone's employment and avoid risking an unfair dismissal claim. Head over to our blog (via link in bio) to find out more. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger See more

24.01.2022 We will remember them. Don't forgot to set a reminder for your team to have a minute's silence at 11am today. #remembranceday #wewillrememberthem #lestweforget #anzacs #poppiesforremembranceday

24.01.2022 Christine is Cornerstone HR's owner and Director and today is Christine's birthday! Pop a few words in the comments below to share your birthday wishes with this super human! Christine, we hope you have an amazing day celebrating YOU and that the year to come is one of the best yet.... HAPPY BIRTHDAY! #cornerconsult #happybirthday #birthdayqueen #happyday #celebration See more

24.01.2022 *FAIR WORK UPDATE* In June 2020, the Fair Work Commission announced a 1.75% increase to minimum wages. The new rates come into effect in 3 stages for different groups of awards. ... The increase in the second group of awards, which includes the construction, manufacturing and a range of other industries, starts from the first full pay period on or after 1 November 2020. To find our more about the changes and if these affect your business, head over to our latest blog via the link in bio. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #wageincrease #payrise #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #employer #career #workplace See more

23.01.2022 UPDATE ON LEAVE ACCRUALS Today, the High Court of Australia has overturned a previous ruling regarding the entitlement to personal/carers leave for shiftworkers in the Mondelez v AMWU case. This means that there is now clarity around calculating leave entitlements for part time employees and shift workers who work longer than 7.6 hour shifts. ... The high court confirmed that the expression "10 days" in the Fair Work Act is equivalent to an employees ordinary hours of work in a week over a 2 week period, or 1/26 of the employees ordinary hours of work in a year. Do you have part time employees or shift workers affected by this decision? Find this update helpful? Let us know in the comments... . #cornerconsult #humanresources #australia #fairwork #sickleave #payroll #employers #perthbusiness #employmentlaw

22.01.2022 Over the past 2 weeks, we have been debunking common HR myths and letting employers know the facts around these misconceptions. Myth #3 - YOU CAN ALWAYS WITHDRAW AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IF THEY HAVENT STARTED YET... While there may be good reasons to cancel an offer of employment perhaps their reference checks or police check were concerning unfortunately, its not always that easy, or risk-free to retract your offer. ... Its understandable that your business needs can change too - weve seen this recently with many employers having to quickly change plans - but if youve made an offer of employment AND the person has accepted, then you have entered into a contractual agreement. Its important to communicate any unforeseen changes inpacting your decision to withdraw an offer, and come to an agreement with the would-be employee. You may be required to pay a notice period, even if they havent yet started. To find out how to avoid this situation, and to correctly manage withdrawing an offer, head over to our blog (via link in bio). We assist employers manage all kinds of tricky situations, and educate managers to avoid risky decisions. Get in touch if youre interested in learning more about how we work with businesses like yours. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace

21.01.2022 We all know your people are your biggest asset in business - if you really think about it, how could you do it all without your key, skilled, experienced and trusted employees? Yet, it doesnt make sense to have a HR department if your team is only small! If youre a small or medium sized business, dealing with day to day employee matters usually is handled by managment or the business owners and when everything is running smoothly it works!... If youre in the process of making big changes, or with big plans, or perhaps hitting some growing pains when it comes to HR, having a reliable source of professional advice and practical support is so important to help you keep moving forward with confidence. Thats where we come in! We offer businesses in Perth and WA outsourced HR solutions. Support in planning, implementing and dealing with employee matters right across the spectrum of HR - not just consulting on HR strategy and lofty ideas, but down to earth practical help with everyday employee matters. Just a few of the things we help clients with: Legal compliance and award interpretation Pay reviews and salary benchmarking Recruitment Employment contracts Performance management and training HR Policy and procedure development Management skills training HR strategy to improve engagement, retention and team culture If you need HR help, get in touch! #perthbusiness #supportlocal #cornerconsult #HRconsultancy #HRservices #Perthlocal #perthbusiness #perthwomeninbiz See more

21.01.2022 WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY ABOUT WORKING WITH CORNERSTONE HR: "JourneyOne recently engaged Cornerstone to work alongside us to develop a series of HR policies and checklists. We were delighted with the work that Cassandra completed for us. She had a great knowledge of Fair Work obligations and quickly became familiar with our language and style. Cassandra ensured the work she produced for us completely met our needs. We are really grateful for... the support Christine, Ronni and Cassandra provided our organisation and highly recommend their services." Susanna Basecamp Support Lead, JourneyOne #testimonial #perthbusiness #supportlocal #happycustomers #makingadifference #cornerconsult #HRconsultancy #HRservices #Perthlocal #cornerconsult See more

21.01.2022 Youve found the right person for the job and theyve accepted the offer, the recruitment process is complete. But dont stop there. The employment relationship however is only just beginning! A great onboarding process supports a successful employment relationship. ... It is a chance for employers to make a good first impression hat can affect their performance and level of engagement into the future. So what does onboarding involve? employment contract, forms, and a position description provided on or ideally before their first day organising their IT (emails, logins etc), building access, uniforms and any equipment they need providing a thorough induction, incl OHS,business overview and key info for their role organising a welcome morning tea, or other welcome, and taking time to get to know them The onboarding process doesnt end on the first day, or even the first week. We recommend you check in with your new employee regularly throughout their first 3 months. This means you can quickly resolve any issues or concerns, and identify any areas needing improvement early on, making those first months an effective introduction to a long and successful relationship. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #inductions #onboarding #managingemployees #perthhospitality #perthsupportservices #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace See more

21.01.2022 Firstly, were STILL HIRING! If youre interested in joining our team, get in touch via DM or head over to Seek for details. Our tip today, and this is very much from our experience, is to hire hard, manage easy. What we mean is to not take the easy options like:... - skip reference checks, police checks, medicals - ignore your gut feeling - hire someone who is a great fit for the biz but not the actual job that youre needing to fill We recently started recruiting and while we received some amazing applications and spoke to some incredible men and women, we havent found the right person for the role - yet. Theyll be worth the wait, we know this from experience. Its easy for business owners and managers to rush to fill a role and skip over these steps. We know that sometimes finding the right people for your team is HARD! Youre looking for someone who has - skills and experience required for the role - values alignment and personality fit for your team and clients - availability that matches your needs - is going to be reliable and hopefully stick around! There are of course other factors for each unique role, and business. The key is that if you make the "hard" choices - which might include saying no to someone who is ALMOST perfect - youll be rewarded with fewer issues managing a new employee. You might avoid some issues like: - theft that would have shown up in a police clearance - a workers comp claim for an injury at work where there may have been a pre-exisiting injury that a medical clearance would have recorded - extra time training someone who doesnt actually have the skills they said they had - hurting the culture by introducing a bad egg to your team We help businesses avoid these issues by taking the hard out of hiring, and making management easy.

20.01.2022 Happy first day of SPRING! It doesnt feel much like Spring today but we have had a beautiful preview this past few days! What does this change of season mean for you? For your work? For your business? ... Spring especially brings with it the promise of fresh starts, new life, flowers blooming, warmer weather and emerging from our hibernation. Of course we dont hibernate, but many of us do stay in more in Winter, especially this Winter as we had Coronavirus encouraging less socialising. With a new quarter, have you set revised business goals, sales targets and new plans? Have you got a plan for your PEOPLE - a HR strategy? That might include training programs, reviewing rosters, hiring a new team member. We have been working on HR plans and strategies post-COVID with several Perth businesses. Having a plan for the future with contingencies built in has offered a road map and peace of mind for the business owners and managers were working with. Get in touch if you need help to look at your business from the perspective of your human resources - we can review, make recommendations and either provide guidance or directly implement any training or changes in your business.

20.01.2022 Are you our next HR Superstar? Cornerstone delivers practical and professional HR support and advice to a range of clients in Perth and across Australia. We have a small, flexible team and value recognition, collaboration, growth and support. Theres also a fair bit of fun mixed in with achieving high standards of conduct and performance. We are growing, and have 2 part time positions available for a highly adaptable, confident and capabl...e HR professionals in the role of HR Advisor and Administrator, to join our team and support our amazing and diverse clients. We are looking for fast-paced, quick thinkers with a business savvy, solution-focussed mindset. Interested? See our ad on Seek for more info - see the link in bio and apply now! #cornerconsult #cornerconsult #team #nowhiring #hradvisor #hrconsultantperth #perthsmallbusiness #perthbusiness #womeninbusiness #perthwomeninbusiness #empoweredwomen #professionalwomen #perthnetworking #perthbusinessservices See more

20.01.2022 WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A SUPPORT PERSON? You may have heard of the term support person as this becomes more common practice in the workplace. A support person is someone who is able to provide emotional support to the employee during what might be a difficult meeting for the employee. ... Their role is to provide emotional support, but they cannot speak on behalf of the employee, ask or answer any questions, or join in on any of the discussions. WHY IT IS GOOD PRACTICE TO INVITE AN EMPLOYEE TO BRING A SUPPORT PERSON TO DIFFICULT MEETINGS As an employer, it is good practice to offer an employee the opportunity to bring a support person to any meeting related to performance management, disciplinary action, potential redundancy or investigation. If these meetings lead to a termination of their employment, and the employee then lodges an unfair dismissal complaint, the Fair Work Commission will assess whether the termination was harsh, unjust or unreasonable. During their assessment, they will consider whether there was an unreasonable denial of a support person at any discussions relating to the termination of employment. Head over to our website to learn more about the role of a support person and how to manage requests from employees to bring a support person to a meeting. Link in bio. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace #supportperson #unfairdismissal See more

20.01.2022 NOW HIRING!! We are currently recruiting a Practice Manager for a small, friendly accounting team in Como. This can be a part time or full time role - and we can be flexible for the successful candidate. Simple Solutions Accountings team are more than just Chartered Accountants! They take a flexible, experienced approach to accounting and bookkeeping and their small team based in Como is led by a professional, dynamic and capable business own...er who truly values her staff. For more details, or to apply head to the advert on Seek via our link in bio. See more

18.01.2022 The idea that employees should ALWAYS get an annual pay increase is another HR Myth! Though a pay increase is sure to put a smile on the dial, and plays an important part in keeping your most valued staff on the team, it shouldnt always be a given that rates go up every July. Weve seen many employers going through the motions, and giving pay increases that arent fully considered. These pay increases are often not warranted, not necessary and not ...always helping to retain their best people! There are some circumstances where employees are entitled to a pay rise, and if employees are paid under an award, then the Annual Wage Review and rate changes handed down by Fair Work MUST be adhered to. Click the link in our bio to read our latest article and find out why an annual pay rise should not be an automatic decision. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthlocal #payrise

18.01.2022 Were seeing businesses continue to modify and refine workplace processes, from cafes working around distancing requirements, to office layouts shifting as more workers return to their workplace. Very few businesses will have the same team, workplace environment and dynamics as they did before Covid. This isnt necessarily a bad thing either! Taking into account what has worked and what is no longer relevant to your business in terms of your people and the roles they fulfil i...n your team, will inform your new HR strategy. Having a HR strategy around any changes you will implement in your team, and how you will cover gaps, or respond if the business grows, or has to close, will support your overall business planning for months ahead. Weve shared 10 tips for developing a HR strategy in line with your business plans over on our blog. Head to the link in bio to start building your strategic HR plan. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #smallbusiness #smallbusinessadvice #perthsmallbusiness #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocal #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hrstrategy #businessplan #hrconsultant #perthblogger @ Perth, Western Australia

16.01.2022 UPDATE The Fair Work Commission had introduced a Schedule I to several awards in response to the impacts of Covid-19 on many industries. In the Restaurant Award, Schedule I provides award flexibility during the during the coronavirus outbreak, in relation to: employees classifications and duties... full-time and part-time employees hours of work taking annual leave. The Schedule was added to the award on 31 March 2020 and was initially due to stop operating on 30 June 2020. It has now been extended until 27 September 2020 and has been updated with the following changes from 1 July 2020: employees in the JobKeeper scheme are now excluded new conditions have been added for giving directions in relation to hours of work there are extra safeguards around directions to take annual leave provisions around close down have been removed. There have been several changes to Australian workplace laws in response to the Coronavirus pandemic and it can be hard to keep up with your current legal obligations as an employer! If your workplace has been impacted by coronavirus, or you need assistance intrepreting the Schedule I changes, our team is working across multiple industries providing assistance in developing Covid-19 action plans, strategic workforce plans, and providing practical, down to earth advice on how to navigate through the changed conditions in your workplace. Get in touch with us for more information. #fairwork #fairworkupdate #modernawards #restaurantaward #perthhospitality #perthrestaurants #planning #postcovid #aftercovid #businessrecovery #perthlocal #businessesinperth #HRconsultant #recovery #thrive #cornerconsult #remainagile #businesstips See more

15.01.2022 Jess joined us just after the Covid-19 restrictions lifted here in Perth, and were so pleased to have her on the Cornerstone team. Its been an interesting time in HR and with her positive outlook and versatile skills and knowledge, Jess has quickly become a key player in our efforts supporting businesses in Perth during this time.

14.01.2022 What a beautiful weekend we had in Perth! We hope you enjoyed the sunshine and your working week is off to a great start! Do you mix work meetings with meals? Our top tip - avoid spaghetti bolognese, noodles and soups. The splash risk is too high! ... We love Perths cafes and restaurants and with Spring almost here we cant wait to move our meetings out of the office and into lunchtime and our fave spots. Let us know your top recommendations for lunch meetings in the comments below. See more

14.01.2022 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IF PLANNING TO CLOSE OVER THE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PERIOD Many awards and agreements allow employers to direct staff to take annual leave during a business close down period. If an employee doesnt have enough accrued annual leave, they can take unpaid leave or an employer may agree to pay annual leave in advance. ... If you are planning on closing over the Christmas period or planning to shut down a part of the business, its importnat to check if there are any specific requirements under the award that covers your business. Some awards require employers to give workers 3 months notice of a planned shutdown, others state 4 weeks and others are not as specific. Giving notice of a planned shutdown may need to be done in writing - again depending on the award. If you have a regular annual shutdown, its beneficial to include this in policies and employment contracts, and let people know during the onboarding process so there are no surprises. We recommend providing employees with written notice that covers - the exact dates of the closure - which roles/teams are impacted - any expectations leading up to the closure, e.g. completing projects, emptying the fridge! - available leave entitlements and options for taking unpaid leave Dont forget to mention keeping safe and enjoying the break! We cover this in more detail over on our blog, together with a range of articles on managing annual leave requests. With over 100 articles, you can search topics to find information on all aspects of employee management. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #christmasplanning See more

14.01.2022 In case you missed it last week, there was a landmark ruling that some casuals are entitled to annual leave and sick leave. This ruling essentially highlights the need to ensure your casuals are true casuals. If you have casual workers, check the regularity of their shifts, and the likelihood of ongoing work. Depending on the award that applies, you may be legally required to offer a permanent position if they have been with you for a certain period of time. Get in touch if youre uncertain. We are here to help businesses navigate these situations.

13.01.2022 Trust in teams is an important yet complex factor in building a positive team culture and making progress in achieving business goals and objectives. If youve noticed there are areas where your team is not communicating well, not bringing forth concerns or new ideas, or not collaborating effectively, then you may have a lack of trust in your team. Many people think that they are trustworthy and therefore others will trust them, but did you know different people are... looking for distinctly different behaviours to be able to trust in people. The 4 key behaviours that build trust are: Acceptance, Openness, Congruence, and Reliability. One or more of these behaviours will be more important to some people than others. If you want to understand how you can determine what behaviours are needed to develop trust with the people on your team, follow the link in our bio to read our latest blog. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #trust #teamculture #companyculture @ Perth, Western Australia See more

13.01.2022 Anyone elses pets get spoilt having you work from home? . Now that most of us are back to work at our usual workplaces during the week, there must be quite a few pets as excited as Toby, Yeezy and Jonty that youre home for the weekend! Walk? Treats! What a life! .... As we wrap up our Friday, were wishing everyone a fantastic weekend! . We will be back with more hot tips and HR updates next week! . . . #cornerconsult #officedogs #homeofficedog #doglife #perthpets #dogsofinstagram @ Perth, Western Australia

13.01.2022 Job interviews can be a daunting experience for both the applicant and the employer. Many people don’t realise that there are things you can and can’t say during an interview. Knowing what is and isn’t acceptable is a good idea so that you don’t get yourself in some serious hot water!... Stick to questions that directly relate to the role, like: - Are you able to travel for work if required? NOT - Do you have children? - Do you have any limitations on your availability for Sunday shifts? NOT - Do you go to church on Sundays? - What are your longer term career plans? NOT - Are you planning on having children in the next year? It's important to avoid anything that may be considered discriminatory, because if you decide not to progress a candidate through to employment, they may have grounds to claim discrimination on the basis of the questioning. Having an interview plan and a series of questions related to the role can help to guide the conversation and also means you're being consistent and can make an informed decision about your next hire. #hiring #nowhiring #nowhiringperth #perthbusiness #employertips #perthbusinessservices #perthrecruitment #perthcareer #jobinterview #interview #career See more

13.01.2022 Weve just jumped off our webinar today where Christine shared some of the strategies were helping to implement for businesses in recovery mode. Weve witnessed businesses rapidly adapt to ever changing situations, and those who have a plan in place, yet are still agile, are the ones who seem to be stronger entering this next phase. We need to keep planning ahead for multiple scenarios, a possible second wave of the virus that could see restrictions g...et tighter, key employees moving on, changes to the supply chain impacting sales, to give a few examples. So that you can successfully move through these potential challenges ahead, consider how your business is looking at these areas: Respond dealing with now and managing continuity Recover learning and emerging stronger Thrive preparing for and shaping the new normal Having a HR plan in place is just as important as your financial plan and long term business visions. This is a key piece of the puzzle. If youd like us to send you a link to the recording of todays webinar drop a in the comments below. #planning #postcovid #aftercovid #businessrecovery #perthlocal #businessesinperth #HRconsultant #recovery #thrive #cornerconsult #remainagile #businesstips #perthhospitality #perthbusiness #womeninbusiness

12.01.2022 Todays TOP TIP is all about HIRING! People who have experience working for larger businesses or the corporate world often have refined skills in specific areas, and bring a perspective that can help in developing systems and processes - all important elements to support a growing business. Small businesses may not have the inner-city location, flash new office, employee benefits or high salary to offer, but there are so many reasons why people choose to... work with smaller businesses! If wanting to attract top talent from big business focus on what your business can offer that corporate doesnt. Can you offer: - Flexibility - A close-knit team - Working closely with decision makers (i.e. not multiple levels of management to make a decision) - Variety and breadth in their role - shares in the business or profit share - role ownership and autonomy - opportunity to grow a key part of the business, or Another perk when moving away from corporate - Never get another fridge reminder email! No-one likes hearing from OHS obsessed Beryl about how someone didnt label their lunch with the correct-coloured pen. This alone could well be enough to attract the best and brightest down from the ivory tower! Want more tips? Head to the link in bio to visit our blog page for our full article. See more

11.01.2022 HR MYTH #4 YOU CAN FIRE AN EMPLOYEE FOR ANY REASON DURING THEIR PROBATION WITHOUT LEGAL RISK This is a widespread HR myth that is more incomplete than outright incorrect. While there is far LESS risk of an unfair dismissal claim being successful if an employee who is terminated during their probation period was to make a claim, there is still a risk. There is not only the risk of an unfair dismissal claim to consider, but other claims that can be bro...ught forward may include an adverse action claim, a general protections claim, or a discrimination claim. We outline these risks and let you know what to consider when terminating employment during probation periods. To find out more, take a look at our latest blog. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace

11.01.2022 Had a productive week?! Its great to celebrate the wins - big and small and then... tools down! Have you heard the saying dont forget to sharpen the axe? ... Abraham Lincoln is quoted as saying Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe. Lincoln, who was a skilled woodcutter before becoming president, probably meant this both literally and figuratively. Inefficient tools waste energy. Sharpening your axe might include time savers like setting up email filters, productivity software, or developing more efficient systems and processes. All these tools are great, but the most important tool for achieving any task is YOU your ability to use your mind and body to its full potential. So whether its relaxing on a Friday night or making time for reading, recreation, exercise or other self care, make sure you put time on your calendar to sharpen your axe. Youll be glad you invested that time in yourself and stayed so sharp. See more

11.01.2022 You may have seen our intro to Jess last week on our stories, and weve got some great tips from Jess that well share soon! We thought you might like to know a little more about our newest team member: 1. Her guilty pleasure is... Definitely a hot chocolate, I cannot go past it! Yum! ... 2. Cant go past her favourite food... Its got to be lasagne... 3. Youll find her grooving to... Anything old school rock 4. And can you guess her hidden talents? GLASS ART! I love making plates, jewellery, bowls, wine bottle cheese platters, all kinds of glass items. Wow! 5. Whats the first thing Jess would do as Prime Minister? Hire Mark McGowan as my deputy! 6. Favourite Drink? Pimms cocktail. 7. Position title? HR Coordinator 8. How many years in the making? 9 years working HR now and loving it. Welcome to the Cornerstone team Jess! #cornerconsult #team #meetourteam #hradvisor #hrconsultantperth #perthsmallbusiness #perthbusiness #womeninbusiness #perthwomeninbusiness #empoweredwomen #professionalwomen #perthnetworking #perthbusinessservices See more

11.01.2022 Whether you’re running a business, or leading and managing a team of people, conflict is not only inevitable, but essential for effective teams. Understanding the factors behind any conflict, being able to accept it, resolve it and move on swiftly will serve you and the team well. Why is conflict in teams so important? ... When there is trust and respect present in a workplace people will feel more confident to raise concerns, express new ideas, debate decisions, identify differences AND, when leaders FOLLOW THROUGH, taking ideas further, listening and resolving concerns or disagreements and find solutions, this builds even more trust. As a business owner, or manager, wouldn't you want to be the first to hear about problems that could pose a risk to the business, or innovative, new solutions to improve productivity or reduce costs? We thought so. Yes, there are practical ways you can build trust in your team, and demonstrate healthy debate and productive conflict in the workplace. Head over to our website or check out Christine's article on LinkedIn for more about why you need conflict in your team. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #conflict #trustinteams #management #leadership #leadershiptips See more

11.01.2022 If youve met Christine, you might have noticed that she is fast paced and quick to make decisions.Christine likes to get things done NOW and our clients certainly appreciate this! We also recognise how important it is for us to bring some intentional slowing down into our lives, especially during these winter months. Though its not the pace were used to, tending to the garden, wintry walks in nature, or time by a fire relaxing with a cuppa, slowing dow...n helps us to not only recharge, but to reflect on the value of time. It takes time for growth, for plants to get the nutrients, water and sunshine they need to grow, and for people to get the knowledge and encouragement to make changes towards success. Weve all gone through significant change over the past few months, and some people are taking time to adjust. Next time youre feeling frustrated by the seemingly slow pace of others in the workplace, take a breath and a moment to think of the importance of time, and remember, recent changes are a little like re-planting a garden - and the day you plant the seed is not the day you pick the fruit. #cornerconsult #instaquotes #gardenquotes #businessquotes #hradvisor #hrconsultantperth #perthsmallbusiness #perthbusiness #womeninbusiness #perthwomeninbusiness #empoweredwomen #professionalwomen #perthnetworking #perthbusinessservices See more

09.01.2022 Over the coming weeks, we are looking at some common HR myths to help clear up any confusion around these misconceptions. Myth #2 - NO ANNUAL LEAVE UNTIL AFTER 12 MONTHS OF SERVICE We all know that full time permanent employees are entitled to 4 weeks of paid annual leave per year, however many employers believe that this leave can only be taken after 12 months. This is actually quite incorrect! ... Annual leave accrues with each pay cycle, and there is no legislative restriction on the employee taking their accrued annual leave prior to their twelve-month anniversary. In fact, there are potential risks in denying requests to take paid annual leave within the first twelve months of employment. To find out more, head over to our latest blog, via the link in bio, and if youre interested in receiving regular HR updates straight to your inbox, you can subscribe to our mailing list via the link also. If you require assistance or more information around annual leave management, dont hesitate to get in touch with our team. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #smallbusiness #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #holiday #holidaypay #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace See more

08.01.2022 Happy Monday! Were excited that most businesses are now able to reopen and were hearing the words "return to normal" being used a lot! This is often followed by a correction, I mean the new normal and when considering how youll manage your people during this transition back to the workplace, the new normal is definitely something to think about. ... People now returning to their pre-covid-19 workplace may have - been out of work since March with restaurants, bars, gyms, etc closed, - working from home, - juggling caring responsibilities - worried about health of at-risk family and friends, or - working reduced hours. The financial impacts and stress of these changes can have a lasting effect on people, and while there is a job to be done, and many will be happy to return to some semblance of normal, it could be yet another difficult adjustment for some people. As you bring your team back together, its important to think about the range of responses to the situations people have had to deal with, and how returning to the workforce will impact people in different ways. When relating to your team, the "new normal" management style needs to be flexible and adapt to the new needs of employees - just as much as you may have adapted your services to meet the needs of your customers and adapted the workplace to meet new regulations. Remember, effectively rebuilding your team is critical as you are rebuilding your business. If youre looking for more information on management styles or how to manage flexible work arrangements, head over to our blog page where we have loads of practical information for business owners and managers. . . . . #cornerconsult #teamculture #companyculture #flexible #flexibleworkspace #flexibleworking #adapt #management #managementtraining #perthlocal #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #professionalwomen #hrconsultants #humanresourcesmanagement #womeninbusiness

08.01.2022 Are you ready to join our team of HR Specialists? Cornerstone delivers practical and professional HR support and advice to a range of clients in Perth and across Australia. We have a small, flexible team and value recognition, collaboration, growth and support.... We have a part time position available now for a highly adaptable, confident and capable HR professional in the role of Senior HR Advisor. We are looking for fast-paced, quick thinkers with a business savvy, solution-focussed mindset. Interested? If you're ready to join our team and support our amazing and diverse clients, get in touch via DMs or email [email protected] for more information. #cornerconsult #cornerconsult #team #nowhiring #hradvisor #hrconsultantperth #perthsmallbusiness #perthbusiness #womeninbusiness #perthwomeninbusiness #empoweredwomen #professionalwomen #perthnetworking #perthbusinessservices See more

06.01.2022 Under most Modern Awards, casual employees are entitled to what is known as a ‘casual loading’. This is an additional amount (often 25%) on top of the minimum hourly rate and factors in the absence of paid leave and other entitlements. Even though casuals already get a higher pay rate, if your casual employee works overtime, they need to be paid overtime rates instead of or in addition to their casual hourly rates. ... How this is calculated can be a nightmare for employers to work out. As part of their 4 yearly review, the Fair Work Commission has made some changes that come into effect from 20 NOVEMBER 2020 to clarify the way these rates are to be calculated. There are 3 different ways these overtime rates are calculated for casuals, depending on the award: overtime penalty rates payable instead of casual loading casual loading and the overtime penalty rate added separately to the minimum hourly rate, OR the overtime penalty rate applied to an ordinary hourly rate (the minimum hourly rate and the casual loading) If you employ casuals that work overtime, it's important to check the Award and make sure that any system changes, rates and payments are updated from the first payrun on or after the 20th of November 2020. If you're unsure how to manage these changes or are concerned about potentially underpaying employees, get in touch with our team for assistance. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee See more

06.01.2022 DO YOU WANT... Happier and healthier employees? Greater productivity and better client experiences? ... A culture of self-improvement? To be recognised as a great employer? Improved employee retention and positive morale? These are the benefits of having an effective employee reward and recognition program in your workplace. These programs dont have to mean big bonuses and expensive benefits. Here are some suggestions for easy, low cost reward and recognition strategies with high impact: flexible work arrangements Reward your employees with a coffee or lunch voucher Have a chat to your local gym and see if they can provide you with a business discount. Designate some parking space to employees Take the team out for a paid lunch or dinner Give gift vouchers to recognise milestones such as birthdays and service with the business Provide training opportunities or time-off to complete studies Hold a staff morning tea and give a shout-out to those that have done a great job and thank them for their contributions. Introduce a regular casual workwear day and if the team is interested, combine with a gold coin donation to a charity of choice Its important to provide your team with benefits and rewards that they will actually value so speak to your employees and really listen to what they will most appreciate. Want more info? Head over to our blog via link in bio to read our latest article. #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #employee #perthhr #perthcreative #entrepreneur #employer #career #entrepreneurlife #workplace See more

05.01.2022 Jonty is not all that happy about this talk of returning to the office, and seems like he is not the only one. Multiple survey results are showing that over 90% of people do not want to return to pre-covid normal work conditions. Our ways of working have changed significantly, in where we work, the hours and the flexibility. ... Changes in communication methods, more check-ins & online meetings has often led to trust, empowerment and accountability among teams that have embraced these changes. There are pros and cons to office work vs remote working of course, and recent months have shown what works and what doesnt work for individuals, teams and organisations as a whole. Has your workplace changed expectations around how and where work is carried out? Has more flexibility been introduced? Were working with a range of clients tackling this in many different ways - there certainly is no blanket rule to apply. Each industry, workplace and individual situation is unique. Get in touch if youd like some advice on the best approach for your team. #workfromhome #workingathome #homeoffice #transition #planning #postcovid #aftercovid #businessrecovery #perthlocal #businessesinperth #HRconsultant #recovery #thrive #cornerconsult #remainagile #businesstips

04.01.2022 CORNERSTONE HR BIZ TIPS We see a lot of managers hesitate or avoid giving negative feedback to employees when theyre noticing poor performance or behaviour in the workplace. Delaying or avoiding giving negative feedback leads to the poor performance continuing, and it can send the wrong message to others in your team.... Our tips for providing feedback: Be clear Dont make it personal Address issues head on Dont let problems fester If not dealt with early, issues with performance or behaviour can compound and impact your team culture, productivity, your customers and reputation. We often see the end result when managers come to us needing help with complex, difficult situations as these toxic or problematic employees create huge issues for the business. It can be difficult to deliver negative feedback and so weve pulled together some tips and suggested approaches over on our blog (link in bio ). Dont forget, we have a webinar on Friday where we will be discussing strategies for planning for the coming months as we recover from COVID-19. For more information and to register, see the link in bio.

04.01.2022 HR MYTH BUSTERS! HR MYTH # 6 Have you ever worked for free, on a work trial, in order to get a job? Unpaid work trials are pretty common, especially in hospitality and retail. Many people think you can get someone in for a trial shift or 2, or 3 until you work out if theyre right for the job or not. This is a big HR MYTH!!! ... Unpaid work trials are not always lawful AND its important to know the limits of what you can and cant expect from a work trial. Free work trials are ok if theyre purely for the purpose of assessing someones skills and suitability for the role. This means they need to be supervised and the trial can only be as long as is needed to demonstrate their skills, i.e. an hour or, if its a more complex job, the length of a short shift. If the person is asked to come back to continue the work trial, or spends a long time on a work trial, or is asked to perform work unsupervised, it can be considered more like an employment arrangement. As an employee, they would be entitled to the minimum rate of pay and entitlements. The person is more likely to be considered an employee if youre requiring the person to work unsupervised; theyre doing productive work that would otherwise be done by an employee; theyre working a trial shift that is longer than a few hours; theyve already demonstrated the skills required for the job; or you ask them to return for a second trial shift. See our latest blog for the other risks associated with unpaid work trials (link I bio) and let us know if you do work trials as part of your recruitment process? We think a brief trial or test exercise is a great way to confirm your candidate can do what they say they can do. Its important when investing in a new hire!

03.01.2022 With the fast pace of change over the last few months, as business owners were being encouraged to pivot, adapt, roll with the changes and make the most of the downtime. It can be tempting to make decisions on the fly, in an attempt to stay ahead, or to push forward with staffing changes while the downturn presents a need to downsize. The changes brought about by Covid-19 restrictions have presented many opportunities for employers to look at th...e ways their teams and workplaces operate and make strategic, positive changes. We are concerned though by the number of employers making decisions to cut hours, cut pays or make roles redundant without following any process or consultation with employees affected. Even Jonty is concerned, and ready to investigate! We want to remind employers to slow down, take a breath, consider all the options, check the rules, AND avoid using Covid-19 as a convenient excuse to dismiss an employee. Its important to remember that the pandemic hasnt released employers from their responsibilities under the Fair Work Act. With new figures from the Fair Work Commission showing 65% more cases lodged than the same time last year, its more important than ever to follow a proper process and avoid costly and time consuming claims, not to mention the bad reputation... We help employers to understand their rights and obligations, establishing processes and either carrying out HR activities on behalf of businesses or supporting and training managers to engage in these processes and comply with the relevant legislation. If youre a business owner in need of expert, efficient, and practical HR support, get in touch with our team. Were here to help. See more

03.01.2022 Feedback is critical for your team and for yourself. We all thrive on constructive feedback, as it allows us to recognise our strengths and recalibrate where we need to, and ultimately improve! Some managers are unsure how to deliver feedback, particularly if it isnt all that positive. Yet, postponing or avoiding giving feedback to your employees can lead to a multitude of problems, from continuing poor performance, to cultural issues or behaviours that expos...e the business to all kinds of risks. Let us know in the comments if you regularly give feedback (drop a ) or if you find this part of managing staff a real challenge, is it ? Everyone has a different management style, but when it comes to giving feedback, its important to be direct and to the point. Of course this doesnt mean being rude or inconsiderate, but ultimately people will appreciate a straightforward approach. When a team member asks you a question and you respond without really answering it, it is painfully obvious. People see politicians on the television. They know when youre avoiding saying something, and despite your good intention to perhaps be polite, being indirect can lead to trust and loyalty problems. Feedback doesnt need to be reserved for the annual performance review either! Try to give regular feedback, acknowledging good work and noticeable improvements, as well as feedback directed at improving the standard of work or behaviours in your team. #management #feedback #employeeappreciation #hrquotes #motivationalquotes #businessmanagement #perthbusinessowners #perthbusiness

02.01.2022 We love working with our fantastic clients, and its great to get this kind of feedback and know our work is making a difference. This is what one of our satisfied clients has to say about working with us: "Christine and her team at Cornerstone HR have been providing Incite Solutions Group with a wide range of professional HR services. ... Over the past 12 months we have been able to update our HR Policies and procedures, introduce an improved Performance Management and Reward and Recognition System and gained access to a responsive and business appropriate HR Advisory service. We have found Christine and her team to be accommodating of our needs and very supportive to ensure that our Managers and team members know that we see them as our most important asset." - Marisa, Director, Incite Solutions Group Thank you #testimonial #perthbusiness #supportlocal #happycustomers #makingadifference #cornerconsult #HRconsultancy #HRservices #perthlocal #perthlocalbusiness See more

01.01.2022 Most employers genuinely want to do the right thing and are confident that they are paying well above award rates. Unfortunately, we see many businesses unwittingly falling below the minimum award, with - incorrect award classifications, - confusion around leave loading,... - applying shift work penalties incorrectly - misinterpreting the award, - falling behind with annual minimum rate increases. With the fair work commission announcing this week a planned 1.75% increase to minimum wages, now is the time to review your employees pay rates and entitlements. Were helping many businesses seeking peace of mind by conducting pay reviews to ensure theyre meeting their obligations. Where there are any issues, we can work sensitively and in confidence to support employers to resolve any pay discrepancies. We have shared some of our tips around avioding underpaying employees over on the blog (link via bio). #cornerconsult #business #businesstips #smallbusiness #smallbusinessadvice #perthsmallbusiness #perthbusiness #perthbusinesswomen #perthwomeninbusiness #perthlocalbusiness #humanresources #humanresourcesmanagement #hradvice #hrconsultant #perthblogger #payincrease #fairwork