Delegation: your path to freedom
As a small business owner, your plate is undoubtedly full. From managing daily operations to fostering growth, every task seems critical, and every decision weighs heavily on your shoulders. Amid…
Posts by Author: Ainsley Palairet
Avoiding a Personal Grievance
Avoid a personal grievance before it even gets off the ground with these strategies. Personal grievances are costly – both financially and emotionally. Not only do they strain the relationship…
Work visa changes
Recent changes to work visa conditions in New Zealand have been designed to create a more equitable and efficient system for both employers and workers. One notable change is the…
HR & Selling Your Business
When positioning your business for sale, after all the time and effort you have put into it from the start, it’s imperative to realize the value of careful HR preparation.…
Modern slavery & worker exploitation
Modern slavery and worker exploitation are serious issues, both globally and locally. Addressing these concerns requires collaboration with government agencies, civil society, and other stakeholders. Modern slavery is about exploitation, including…
Why Background Checks Matter
In service-based businesses, a warm smile and a helping hand go a long way. Your team members enter clients’ homes and workplaces, building relationships based on safety and trust. But what…
Navigating Office Gossip
In every workplace, there’s a current of conversation that flows through the halls – office gossip. While some gossip may seem harmless, it can quickly escalate, leading to strained relationships,…
Understanding ACC absence
Delving into the ins and outs of ACC leave and payment can be a challenge. The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) steps in to provide assistance when accidents or injuries occur,…
Important change to 90 day trial
Just before Christmas, the government passed legislation reintroducing 90-day trials for all employers, regardless of how many people they employ. Up until now, employers have only been able to use…
Getting the process right
A recent case before the Employment Relations Authority highlights the need to follow a fair process – even if you are justified in taking the action. Liuju Wang, a builder,…