Work Wonders

Jun 02 2024 1
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Back in late 2021, we decided that instead of chatting to each other about the challenges and triumphs of people management in small businesses, we should invite you to join the conversation. And the Work Wonders podcast was born! Managing people is serious business. We bring you all the latest, practical advice without the pain. The podcast is brought to you by Aster HR https://www.asterhr.com.au/ and your hosts are Angela Gauci and Susan Rochester 

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S5 Ep 12: HR mistakes you can make without even knowing it

Jun 02 2024 22 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In our final episode of the season, we again explore some HR mistakes you could be making...without even knowing it! We discuss 5 recruitment themed things and we'll tell you how you can avoid it going too far.Overlooking internal talentNot asking the right interview questions Not being aware of bias (both ways)Not planning the onboarding processNot being spe

S5 Ep11: Special Guest - Martin Wren from NOVA Employment

May 26 2024 34 mins  
Send us a Text Message.It’s interview time again! In this episode, we spoke with Martin Wren, CEO of Nova Employment and it was a great discussion. You will not be able to walk away from this episode without feeling inspired!Nova Employment is a Sydney based disability employment service. They've supported the vocational aspirations of young people with disability for well over 3

S5 Ep 10: How to avoid an unfair dismissal claim

May 19 2024 29 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we delve into the complex world of unfair dismissal, a critical issue that we hear many business owners and managers think about, even worry about. We explains what constitutes unfair dismissal, the legal framework surrounding it, and the rights of both employees and employers. Importantly we tell you just what we do with our clients to avoid

S5 Ep 9: When restructuring is needed

May 12 2024 20 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever faced the daunting task of navigating a business's restructuring or pondered the right way to handle potential redundancies? In this episode, we dig into the complexities of reshaping a company. We're not just talking about the why, but the how—offering strategic insights on realigning roles and departments. From retraining to transferring sta

S5 Ep 8: Special Guest - Lisa La Maitre

May 05 2024 25 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In this episode we spoke with Lisa LaMaitre. She has developed, owned, and operated four businesses in four different industries, in the Canberra region, over the last 31 years. Listen in as Lisa shares with us her journey and what she's learnt over that time in people management. Lisa is a Business Connect Business Advisor with Enterprise Plus.To access FREE

S5 Ep 7: How to engage a consultant

Apr 28 2024 15 mins  
Send us a Text Message.Something a little different this episode!There could be many reasons you engage an external consultant for your business - think of an Accountant, a Lawyer, Business Coach, Web Developer, SEO expert or even a HR Consultant like us at Aster HR.There is a definate business strategy behind paying someone external to your business, as opposed to hiring an employ

S5 Ep 6: Trust is key

Apr 21 2024 15 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we dive into the critical topic of trust in the workplace. We explore what trust is, why it's essential, how to create and rebuild it when needed.Trust is the belief that colleagues will act with integrity and competence, doing what they say they will do. Creating a high-trust environment involves collaboration, effective communication, and p

S5 Ep 5: Special Guest - Sheila Cabacungan

Apr 14 2024 28 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In this episode we spoke with Sheila Cabacungan, founder of The Wealth Forum and Co-Founder of Mentor to Mentor Connect & Learn.We plan a lot of things in business, we plan our finances, our goals, even our holidays…but as a business owner, have you set a plan for the end of your business or the end point for yourself in your business?This was such a gr

S5 Ep 4: Volunteers are part of the team too

Apr 07 2024 17 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In this episode we discuss and compare the differences (and similarities) between paid employees and volunteers. We discover there is a lot the same, especially in the areas like:Recruitment & Iinduction Accountability/performance Work Health & Safety (including psychosocial safety) By treating volunteers with the same level of professionalism and sup

S5 Ep 3: Special Guest - Bill Carson

Mar 24 2024 31 mins  
Send us a Text Message.In this episode we met Bill Carson, founder of Inspire Learning. We had a great conversation where we discussed:* The difference between empathy & sympathy * Is the term ‘mental health’ good or bad?* Practical ways to be empathetic as a manager* And the new legislation around psychological safetyYou can follow Inspire Learning on: Facebook TwitterLink