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Performance appraisals often evoke mixed emotions across public sector organisations. For local governments in Australia and New Zealand, the performance review period presents unique challenges that require careful navigation and strategic planning. From ensuring fair and equitable assessment to balancing resource limitations, this critical process can be a linchpin in fostering a culture of excellence […]

When selecting software for your business, you have two primary options: an all-in-one enterprise solution (single-vendor) or a best-of-breed approach (multi-vendor). All-in-one solutions attempt to cover all organisational needs with a jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none methodology. In contrast, best-of-breed solutions focus on providing the best technological tools for specific tasks, outperforming the broad but shallow capabilities of […]

As local governments navigate the challenges and responsibilities of onboarding new councillors, the importance of a comprehensive and effective induction process cannot be overlooked. A solid start is important, equipping elected members with the necessary knowledge and skills for their journey ahead. This is where a Councillor Induction Portal steps in, offering a tailored onboarding […]

Pulse Software, a leading provider of innovative software solutions for the government sector, has formed a strategic partnership with GovPartners, an Australian-owned management consultancy that works within the public sector to assist with the creation of smart, strong and sustainable communities.

“I wanted to let you know that I would like to quit.” As confronting as these words are, they form an aspect that every workplace has to deal with. When a new employee asks a manager to speak in private, chances are that the conversation is going to take a serious turn. The moment they […]

When starting a new job, it’s not only the employee who has to make a great impression. It’s just as important for an employer to show the new starter that they’ve made the right decision.

The three reasons why your new hire is thinking of quitting and what you can do to change the outcome. Unless you’re aware of the psychological triggers which make people quit, your new employee will be starting to make the decision in their minds to leave during the very first week at work.

Written in collaboration with HowToo As if the COVID-19 pandemic wasn’t challenging enough for businesses, Australia is also experiencing a shortage of job candidates. It’s a sharp flip from a year ago, when freelancers and candidates were scrambling to lock down roles in a time of unprecedented uncertainty.

By Iolanda Hazell Imagine you could design the ideal new employee on-boarding experience. What would it look like?   It’s a question that keeps HR practitioners like myself up at night. After many years working with businesses of all sizes, it’s clear what we all want is a way to save time, budget and eliminate […]