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
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
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
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
What Are the Best Courses for Personal Development?
Let’s be honest: personal development can sound a bit fluffy if it’s not done well. At Epic People, we see it differently. Personal development is practical, powerful, and deeply human.
HR consultant vs recruitment consultant: what’s the difference?
https://epicpeople.co.nz/recruitment-support/When a business needs to hire, the default reaction is often “I don’t have time for this, “Let’s call a recruitment agency.” In New Zealand, that’s common, but it’s not
How to develop leadership skills at work
Leadership skills can be learned. Here’s how to develop them at work — practically, humanly, and in ways that drive real performance and engagement.
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,
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Burnout, Instagram posts and an unjustified dismissal: a cautionary tale for employers
This Employment Relations Authority unjustified dismissal case is a useful reminder for employers about three interconnected workplace risks: excessive working hours and fatigue, health and safety obligations relating to psychological ...
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Are you listening? How employee listening elevates your hiring and retention decisions
Kiwi leaders are genuinely great at using data to make decisions — whether that’s technical, financial, or operational. But when it comes to recruitment and retention, many of us are ...
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Why your team isn’t using AI — and what you can do about it
You’ve invested in AI tools or at least given the green light to your team members to use it and given them access. You’ve written a policy about AI use ...
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Probationary period v trial period – how not to botch it – 5 tips
Probationary periods sound simple, right? A great way to help you to part ways with someone who’s not working out – who wouldn’t want that, especially after a trial period ...
