Employment Relations (Termination by Agreement) bill broken down
This Termination by Agreement (also called mutual separation or mutual termination) bill is ready to have its second reading after significant changes recommended by the select committee. The new bill
How to squeeze the most value out of your workplace training – 6 tips
So, you’ve just finished a workplace training course. You probably turned up bright-eyed, coffee in hand, ready to absorb all the wisdom being shared. Maybe it was on communication skills,
Why managing poor performance should be your top priority
Managing poor performance is one of the most critical responsibilities of any leader. Yet many managers avoid difficult performance conversations, hoping the situation will improve on its own. Unfortunately, poor
What are great communication skills? 8 skills of an expert communicator
What really is great communication? We give 8 things to consider. Our communication skills course helps you connect, listen, and lead more effectively at work.
Supporting new team leaders: why hope isn’t a development strategy
Help your new team leaders succeed with practical, ongoing leadership development that builds confidence, capability, and long-term business success.
10 ways to stretch your staff training budget when money is tight
2025 has been a(nother) tough year. Remember last year, when everyone was saying “survive to 25”, because they thought that this year was going to be amazing? For many, it
5 signs that you may need team leader training
Whether you’re brand new to team leadership or you’ve been managing people for years, there’s always value in pausing to reflect on how things are going. Team dynamics, people challenges,
What are the 10 essential skills of a great team leader?
Stepping into a team leader role is exciting and it can also be daunting. You’re now guiding others, helping to solve complex problems, and setting the tone for your team’s
Authentic leadership – is it real?
Whether you’re a newly minted team leader, or a someone who’s been leading for a while, there’s one quality that consistently shines through in truly epic leaders: authentic leadership. Authenticity
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New legal definition for independent contractors – how it works
Independent contractors: they’re everywhere. Many know what they’re getting themselves into, others not so much. The problem is that we’ve never had a robust definition of independent contractor (IC), and ...
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The new law around dismissing staff on high salaries
It’s now going to be easier to sack high-earning staff that are not performing; or eliminate the need to consult with them when looking at redundancies. The original Employment Relations ...
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Shake-up of remedies for employees that win personal grievances
Up to now, employees who did something dangerous, violent or stupid, that got sacked either on the spot or with a poor process, could challenge that dismissal. And when they ...
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Skills-based hiring: a practical guide for New Zealand employers
Late January through February is one of the busiest times of the year for recruitment activity in New Zealand. Employers across the country are facing a familiar challenge: how to ...
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KiwiSaver changes 2026: what you need to know about the increase and the temporary rate reduction
Are you ready for the 2026 KiwiSaver changes? Big changes are coming to KiwiSaver, and they’ll affect almost every working New Zealander. If you’re feeling the pinch from the cost ...
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When growth outpaces structure: the hidden cost of too many direct reports
A team of 5 becomes 8. Then 12. Then 15. Same manager. Same structure. Different breaking point. I’ve watched this pattern unfold across countless New Zealand businesses. A successful company ...
