Uniquely Aussie: Leaders, bosses and bastards
Aussies like to think of themselves as a little bit different. A bit laid-back perhaps…direct and forthright…throw in a bit of the Aussie larrikin…add a good Aussie whinge…What's quintessentially Australian? Are we that different to other cultures? How, as leaders, is the Aussie character relevant?
More to staff motivation than a pay packet
Strong leadership and an interesting job are vital in keeping staff happy,writes Cherelle Murphy.
The salary on offer may be a key factor that attracts people to jobs but to keep them and influence their performance, non-financial rewards are more important, say workplace experts.