by admin2022 | May 25, 2026 | Employee Termination Procedure, Managing And Terminating, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
No Opportunity to Respond: The #1 Reason Small Businesses Lose Unfair Dismissal Claims (2026 Update) If you ask me what trips up Australian small business owners more than anything else at the Fair Work Commission, my answer is always the same — and it’s not the...
by Paulette | May 11, 2026 | HR Expert, HR Solutions, Human Resource, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Step by Steps
Right now, a lot of small business owners are having very hard conversations. Rising costs. Slower sales. Tighter margins. Sometimes the numbers just don’t add up anymore, and a decision has to be made about the team’s size. Redundancy is one of the most...
by Paulette | Aug 22, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Unfair Dismissal Claims, Workplace Investigations
Managing Disciplinary Actions through to Fair Termination: A Step-by-Step Guide Business owners often face the difficult task of addressing employee performance or conduct issues in a fair and lawful manner. This comprehensive guide walks you through managing...
by Paulette | Jul 4, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, Employing People, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Unfair Dismissal Claims
What is a Probation Period? A probation period is an initial stage of employment (often 3 to 6 months) during which a new employee’s suitability for the role is assessed. It allows both the employer and employee to confirm the job fit before committing to a long-term...
by Paulette | May 30, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Our Services, payout for unfair dismissal, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Imagine this: You run a small business and one day, after a frustrating incident, you decide to fire an employee on the spot. You think you’ve done what’s best for your business, only to find a Fair Work Commission claim lodged against you for unfair dismissal. It’s a...
by Paulette | May 19, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Human Resource, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Performance Management, Small Business HR
Dismissal is a last resort in a small business. If done hastily or without fairness, firing someone can backfire, leading to an unfair dismissal claim and a costly payout. The Fair Work Commission (FWC) requires employers to have both a valid reason and a fair process...
by Paulette | May 13, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Understanding Forced Resignation: A Guide for Employers What Is Forced Resignation? In Australian employment law, a “forced resignation” occurs when an employee resigns due to the employer’s conduct, leaving them with no real choice but to do so....
by Paulette | May 1, 2025 | Employee Termination Procedure, Employment Relations, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Human Resource, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, payout for unfair dismissal, Small business, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Avoiding Unfair Dismissal Claims: A Guide for Small Business Owners In the 2023–24 financial year, the Fair Work Commission received nearly 15,000 unfair dismissal applications—an increase of over 30% from the previous year. This upward trend highlights the importance...
by Paulette | Apr 25, 2025 | 12 Basics of HR, Employment Relations, Fair Work Ombudsman News, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Human Resource, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating, Offers and Packages, Small business, Small Business HR, Topics of Conversation, Unfair Dismissal Claims, Workplace Articles
by Paulette | Aug 5, 2024 | Award Provisions, Employee Termination Procedure, HR Consultant, Human Resource, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations
Redundancy is a challenging process for both employers and employees. It involves significant decisions that can impact lives and careers. For employers, it is crucial to ensure that redundancies are genuine. This article explains what constitutes a genuine...
by Paulette | Jul 29, 2024 | Employee Termination Procedure, Informational Snip bits, Legislation Updates, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Small Business HR, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Redundancy is a challenging process for both employers and employees. It involves making tough decisions that significantly impact people’s lives. One crucial aspect of managing redundancies is the consultation process. This article explores the importance of...
by Paulette | Jun 30, 2024 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Small business
Understanding Redundancy: Essential Guide for Employers As an HR consultant, providing small business owners with clear and comprehensive advice on managing redundancy is crucial. It is not just about the fact that the business needs to consider redundancy as an...
by Paulette | Apr 16, 2024 | Employee Termination Procedure, HR Solutions, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Unfair Dismissal Claims
Navigating Employee Terminations: A Guide for Small Businesses Managing employee terminations is a delicate process that can be emotionally taxing for both parties involved. Whether it’s an employee dreaming of a dramatic exit or a manager eager to part ways...
by Paulette | Mar 5, 2024 | Employment Relations, HR Solutions, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating
Safeguarding Your Business from Unfair Dismissal Claims Dismissing an employee is a challenging decision for any business owner. While it’s perfectly acceptable to terminate an employee for valid reasons such as poor performance or absenteeism, it’s...
by Paulette | Feb 25, 2024 | 12 Basics of HR, Building A Workforce, Employing People, Employment Relations, Managing And Terminating, Managing Employee Terminations, Offers and Packages
What truly sets successful companies apart in an era where startups are more prevalent than ever? Bill Gross, Founder and CEO of Idealab believes that the right combination of equity incentives and team organisation can unlock human potential like never before. In the...
by Paulette | Feb 2, 2024 | Employment Relations, HR Consultant, HR Expert, HR Solutions, Informational Snip bits, Managing And Terminating
Workplace issues have existed ever since the workplaces themselves. Whether it’s missed deadlines or disengagement – employees are human, and their work performance may fluctuate. What’s all the fuss, then? Consider this startling statistic: absenteeism is...
