Is there a way to create big change with no tears? Adapted from the Change Curve model (based on Kübler‑Ross). Source unknown. Logical incrementalism (a method devised by James Brian Quinn, a Harvard University Professor) claims to be one. Quinn examined large organisations in the throes of extensive change, and developed a pattern of planning …
The Recruitment Experiences and Outlook Survey (REOS) found in its December 2025 quarterly report that recruitment difficulty has eased from 50% a year ago to 41% in Dec 2025. That still looks like recruitment is difficult for many employers. It’s probably most difficult for regional and remote employers and those in construction, manufacturing, healthcare and …
In my outplacement work I ask employers about re-deployment options and sometimes I hear – “there is a position, we’re advertising it on the open market as well” – and alarm bells start ringing in my head! Why? Because – Australian Employers can fall foul of the law if asking a re-deployee to compete for …
I want to focus on the importance of managing mindsets, emotional experience and psychosocial risk at work – which, I believe, is one of the great tools of leadership. It’s hard to manage anything if you can’t manage your own emotional state, isn’t it? It starts with self-leadership (leading your own thoughts and experience). You …
As we head into the September quarter of 2024, HR and People & Culture Managers need to be prepared for a notable shift in redundancy intentions that could impact your workforce strategy. Here’s what you need to know: A Slight Increase in Redundancy Intentions Recent data reveals that 27% of employers are planning to make …
A small study across 40+ countries of just over 2000 employees indicates: What does this mean for your organisation and people? It’s a small study so If you’d like to see some case-studies of how I have helped other organisations improve leadership, engagement and create workplace wellbeing do check out the different parts of the …
When planning redundancies employment lawyers are vital. I can provide outplacement services but I always listen to lawyers, such as Margaret Kaukas, when it comes to the legalities. In this week’s AHRI Redundancy and Redeployment webinar it was reinforced that consultation, two-way communication and career transition support are the keys to success. It’s inspired me …
The legalities and rules around redundancy and what lawyers recommend Read More »
What do retrenched employees wish you knew about how to make the process less painful for them? Outplacement clients tell me all the time about what would have made the redundancy process easier for them – from having me there on the day the news was given to support them to being offered an alternative …
This is what we don’t want to see – someone upset by the news of redundancy – and alone. I helped many people manage their own reactions (from joy to despair) when they got the news that their position was redundant. I know that redundancy can be less painful and go more smoothly when I’m …
Onsite On the Day Outplacement Support. Why It’s So Important. Read More »
I know how redundancy feels. Not only have I helped many people manage their own reactions (from joy to despair) when they got the news – I have also experienced redundancy first hand. In my twenties I was retrenched from British Telecom. Along with tens of thousands of others, I was offered voluntary redundancy. With …
Redundancy isn’t always bad. Here’s what to do if it happens to you. Read More »
