What are Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)?
The inclusion gap 83% vs 59% Employees who say their ERG is effective are far more likely to feel included at work: 83%, compared with 59% for employees who rate their ERG ineffective, according to McKinsey research involving almost 25,000 employees. For HR leaders, employer branding teams and people managers, ERGs can be one of […]
6 Essential Leadership Skills for Workplace Success
In global data from Great Place To Work, employees in high‑trust workplaces are over twice as likely to say they want to stay long term and give extra effort at work, compared with employees in low‑trust environments. That loyalty and energy do not come from beanbags. They come from how leaders behave every week. Great […]
Cultural Safety in the Workplace: Fostering Inclusivity and Empowering Your Team
In our increasingly interconnected world, workplaces are becoming melting pots of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. As this diversity grows, so does the need to ensure that each individual feels respected, understood, and valued. Cultural safety is a proactive approach to fostering inclusivity, where the workplace not only acknowledges but celebrates differences, laying the foundation for […]
How to Get Performance Management Right: A Guide to Better Engagement and Business Success
Think of performance management as a garden. Without regular care—watering, pruning, and guidance—growth stalls. But with the right attention, employees can flourish, contributing to a vibrant, thriving workplace. Imagine taking a road trip without a GPS, maps, or even road signs. Sure, you might eventually reach your destination, but the journey would be inefficient, frustrating, […]
Best Workplaces Thrive on Caring Cultures: How Kindness Fuels Employee Engagement and Business Success
Kindness in leadership isn’t just about good intentions—it’s about action. When leaders prioritise empathy and care, employees feel valued, engaged, and motivated to contribute their best. Employees who receive genuine care from their leaders build greater trust and stronger connections, leading to a positive workplace culture. In fact, Great Place To Work® research shows that […]
Creating a For All Workplace: How to Support LGBTQ+ Employees Beyond Mardi Gras
Sydney Mardi Gras is more than just a celebration—it’s a powerful reminder of the importance of For All™. As we gear up for Mardi Gras 2025, organisations across Australia can reflect on their workplace culture and take meaningful steps to create safe, welcoming, and empowering environments for LGBTQ+ employees. Great Place To Work® research highlights […]
How to Restore Employee Trust Amid Record Declines
Edelman’s 2025 Trust Barometer shows a growing number of global employees don’t trust their company to do what is right. Here’s what leaders can do about it. In almost every country in the world, fewer employees trust their company in 2025. That’s the top takeaway from the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer, a global survey that has measured […]
Why Companies Focused on Sustainability Should Focus on the Employee Experience
High-trust workplaces will be the most successful at meeting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Here’s how you can engage your workforce. Sustainability has become a global business imperative. Nine in 10 (90%) global institutional investors revise their investments when companies do not at least consider ESG criteria, per a recent survey from EY. In a […]
The Great Transformation: How ERGs and Inclusive Leadership Drive Workplace Innovation
Great Place To Work’s bold, three-year initiative unlocks new ways to hire, promote, and retain employees to build more resilient, innovative, and productive workplaces. The only constant in the workplace has been unprecedented change. Business leaders are searching for answers on how to succeed in today’s divisive, uncertain, and fast-changing environment. To uncover those […]
Beyond Job Satisfaction: How Employee Pride Fuels Thriving Workplaces
LinkedIn Business Solutions tells us that 72% of recruiting leaders worldwide agree that employer brand has a significant impact on hiring.1 It is no wonder then that increased competition in the labour market has led to many companies pouring significant effort into employer branding to attract top talent, investing considerable resources to showcase their culture, values, […]
How to Use Employee Feedback to Build a Better Workplace
Key Highlights Before running a survey, ask: “What’s my goal for this survey?” and “Will leadership be able to act on the survey results?” to ensure it’s purpose-driven and actionable. Survey employees at least once a year to stay current with changes in the employee experience. Use more frequent pulse surveys only after the annual […]
How To Build an ERG Strategy To Support Smaller Demographics and Groups
Employee resource groups (ERGs) have become an integral part of fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) in the workplace. In ASEAN and ANZ, where multicultural workforces and unique demographic challenges shape organisational dynamics, ERGs are a key tool for building a sense of belonging. Yet, what happens when specific demographics are underrepresented or lack […]
Building Purpose through Environmental Stewardship: A Strategic Imperative for Modern Companies
In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, organisations are increasingly held accountable not only for their financial performance but also for their impact on the planet and society. Integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into business operations has become a strategic imperative, with a marked emphasis on the environmental component. This focus is reshaping how […]
Workplace ESG: How Environmental, Social, and Governance Factors Impact Employee Experience
The connection between purpose; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors; employee engagement; and business results. It may sound almost too good to believe, but there’s a well-established path to enhance employee engagement, elevate financial performance, and contribute positively to our world, all at once. The cornerstone of achieving these remarkable outcomes lies in directing your attention […]
Infusing Tech Workplaces with Heart: Elevating Employee Experience Beyond Traditional Benefits
At the forefront of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ in Technology 2024, employee benefits surpass the ordinary, placing the human touch at their core. These companies display a deep commitment to the holistic wellbeing of their people, recognising and addressing their individual needs with tailored programs. From extensive parental leave to adaptable time-off policies, from wellness initiatives […]
Unlocking Success: Inside Australia’s Best Tech Workplaces of 2024
With a high demand and short supply of digital and cyber technology skills, the need to attract and keep employees Australia’s technology industry has reached unprecedented levels. Recent reports, such as the ‘Towards a National Jobs and Skills Roadmap (2023)’ by Jobs and Skills Australia, underscore the severity of the situation, revealing that nearly 70% […]
4 Workplace Culture Trends for 2024 Every ANZ Company Should Watch
As February kicks off, here are the four emerging trends for workplace cultures. For companies trying to build great workplace cultures, 2024 promises a complex challenge. Artificial intelligence (AI) is upending the workplace, and employees are clamouring for training and tools to stay ahead of a rapidly changing business environment. Environmental concerns are rising, and […]
Health At Work: Why Healthy Employees Are Happier
The relationship between work and health has evolved significantly over time. In the current predominantly knowledge-based, technology-assisted economy, more employees find themselves in sedentary jobs, doing less physical work. As a result, this inactivity can create or hide a host of potential health problems. Meanwhile, the globalisation of labour has also changed the way people […]
How to attract and retain talent – For the hospitality industry
The hospitality industry is one of the most competitive industries, where attracting and retaining top talent can be challenging. With a variety of roles and positions available, ranging from entry-level positions to management positions, finding and keeping the right people can make all the difference. In this blog, we will discuss some tips on how […]
The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: Creating a More Effective and Innovative Team
Diversity and inclusion have become increasingly important in the workplace in recent years. In a diverse and inclusive workplace, employees feel valued and respected for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. This leads to a more effective and innovative team that is better equipped to tackle challenges and seize opportunities. In this article, we will […]
Fostering a Growth Mindset in the Workplace: How to Encourage Continuous Learning and Development
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, having a growth mindset has become more important than ever before. In a growth mindset, individuals believe that their intelligence and abilities can be developed through hard work and dedication, leading to a desire for continuous learning and development. This mindset can be especially valuable in the workplace, where […]
Creating a Culture of Transparency: How Open Communication Can Improve Business Efficiency
Transparency is a vital aspect of any business, and it is essential to create a culture of openness and honesty to improve efficiency and productivity. Open communication can foster a positive and collaborative work environment, where employees feel valued and engaged. In this article, we will discuss how to create a culture of transparency by: […]
A Fair Share of the profits – Everybody loves a bonus
It’s that time of the year, when managers and employees engage in some necessary conversations: performance reviews, goals and KPIs and probably the most anticipated, bonus entitlements. Our Great Place to Work TI survey trends show that, most organisations consistently struggle with employees’ perception of receiving a fair share of the profits. This should come […]
The Importance of Goal Setting In The Workplace
Goal setting in the workplace is imperative for business success. Not only does the business as a whole need to have goals, but these goals also need to be broken down into smaller goals and milestones to be achieved along the way to reaching those bigger goals. There also needs to be goals set for […]
What Gen Z Wants from Employers
Gen Z is coming to your workplace. The generation born between 1997 and 2012 may be just entering the workforce, but smart employers are already thinking about how their company culture can attract and retain Gen Z. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 16- to 24-year-olds made up 11.6% of the workforce in 2020, primarily in […]