Work Wonders

Send a text Andrea Turner-Boys started Women with Altitude to create spaces for women to connect and build a community around their careers and businesses.  In this interview, we explore what drove Andrea to start WWA and how she has developed a culture of kindness and authenticity in the diverse groups that regularly meet around NSW and ACT. Andrea's enthusiasm for business, community, learn...

Send a text Want to learn how to manage a remote team? You’re in luck! Our new podcast episode is all about just that. We have the advice you need on everything from communication to hiring and firing. You’ll learn what works and doesn’t so you can set up your team for success. Whether you’re just starting or have been managing remote teams for years, this podcast will give you the tools you need...

Send a text As a multi-award winner and successful business owner, Gina Field, Managing Director of Nepean Regional Security (NRS), has an inspiring story to tell us! Growing the company from just herself to over 40 staff and a fleet of vehicles across the state of NSW, Gina has risen up the ranks in a male-dominated industry to be one of the highest-awarded female business owners in not only this...

Send a text Wondering how to create a high-performing team for your business? You’re in luck! In this episode, we discuss teamwork and share tips that are easy to implement and won’t cost you a thing. You can succeed like never before by focusing on better teamwork in your business. So tune in now and learn everything you need to know! You can find the show notes for this episode here Would you li...

Send a text If you're an employer or manager, you need to get your head around this complex topic! We've broken it down for you so that by the end of the episode, you’ll have a better understanding of what might be illegal  when it happens in your business, know your responsibilities as an employer, and understand how you can prevent incidents and respond to them if they do happen. Make...

Send a text We're delighted to welcome special guests Jessica Hill and Ben Robinson, experienced organisational development specialists, to talk to us about 'diversity and inclusion' and why we all should pay attention. In this interview, you'll learn about their respective careers and why diversity and inclusion interest them. Ben and Jess help us sort through the related conc...

Send a text In this episode, we're talking about onboarding and getting new employees started on the right foot. An effective onboarding process can reduce your risk of new staff walking out or causing trouble. Onboarding is not something to be left until the day your new recruit starts work. If you took our advice in the last episode , you could be ready for us to guide you through the steps...

Send a text Welcome to Season 2! We started this podcast to answer the questions you are wondering about managing a team. And since we've begun, we have received some questions and we're using the very first episode of our new season to give you an answer to these thoughts. Here's what you have asked: Is there something you'd recommend I put in my job ads to get the right perso...

Send a text Season 2 begins in just 2 weeks! Susan and Angela take a quick look at what we have in store for you. Season 2 is starting on Monday 10 October 2022 - with more special guests and hot topics, including your questions. You won't want to miss it! About your Work Wonders hosts Susan Rochester is the Managing Director of Balance At Work , a boutique consultancy that she co-founded in...

Send a text We have a very special guest interview today to wind up Season 1. We're delighted to introduce you to Denise Heath, CEO of Nepean Area Disabilities Organisation (NADO) . This episode contains practical information and advice about people and organisational culture as Denise shares NADO's journey to achieving "Employer of Choice" and "Great Place to Work" a...

Send a text We've come across some 'interesting' ideas about what HR does... Now we're nearing the end of Season 1 - with one more episode to come - we discuss some of the myths and misconceptions non-HR people can have about what HR people do. Have you been guilty of believing any of these myths? HR is only there for the boss (or the staff!) HR people don't do numbers HR...

Send a text We all know that giving feedback is important, but how much thought and preparation do we put into it when we need to use this skill? This episode will help you Appreciate the importance of feedback  Understand the main pitfalls when giving feedback Feel more confident when you need to help a staff member improve their performance Get more feedback tips here We talked about related top...

Send a text In this episode, we cover your obligation to pay superannuation for your employees (in Australia) and all that entails. There's a whole range of responsibilities you have if you employ staff and if you get it wrong, you can be up for some serious penalties. Join us as we talk about how much, when and how you should pay super, along with when not to pay. We'll also demystify t...

Send a text This week, we're trying something new and simply sharing with you a few things we've each been working on with our clients lately. We'll tell you a little about what challenges these businesses are facing, and how we've helped them navigate to the other side. It's an excellent opportunity for you to get a sense of how some other organisations are being proactiv...

Send a text Another guest interview and in this episode we introduce you to Katherine Hawes, Principal Solicitor at Digital Age Lawyers . Katherine shares with us her career journey as well as some really practical tips about protecting your business in an online world. As well as the practical information Katherine shares in this episode, she has an offer for listeners - a Legal Strategy Session...

Send a text A slightly more technical topic this week, in an episode that applies specifically to Australian small businesses that have employees. Angela is the expert on this one! Listen in as Susan learns all you need to know about: What is Single Touch Payroll (STP)? What happened in  Phase 1? What's different in Phase 2 (since January 20220)? How do you report - and do you need an account...

Send a text Do you feel overwhelmed by all the work you’ve got to do, but think YOU have to do it all? Have you ever asked someone to do something, assumed it would be done, then realised at the last minute that nothing has happened? In today’s episode, we talk all about the ‘art’ of delegation, including: How your beliefs could be holding you back Signs you need to up  your delegation game 5 tips...

Send a text Do you avoid having conversations about performance? Or put them off until they're no longer effective? You're not alone! Many managers develop a headache at the thought of conducting a performance review. And the more you have to do, the worse it can feel. This episode is all about the pitfalls of unplanned performance management and the pleasures and pay-offs when you get i...

Send a text In this episode we talk about the difference between contractors and employees because your obligations regarding tax, superannuation and Workers Compensation will differ if you are paying contractors or employees. As the employer, you’re responsible for getting it right…so we will help you be sure by taking you through the 6 attributes the ATO give you to decide if you need to pay sup...

Send a text In our second guest interview, we're delighted to introduce you to Susan Bennett , Work Health and Safety Consultant at Total WHS. We invited Susan to join us because we know how important it is to get WHS right in your business. Susan chats to us about her career and her passion for keeping people safe at work. You'll hear some very interesting stories - and likely learn som...

Send a text In today’s episode, we’re talking about workplace culture and giving you some ideas of simple changes you can make to improve the culture in your organisation. We’re going to talk about what makes culture what culture influences, and how YOU can influence the culture in your business You don't need to spend a lot to improve your culture, but you do need to give it time. You can st...

Send a text We've been hearing a lot of talk lately about 'the great resignation' or 'the great reset'.  We're sure you've heard it too. You will have heard about a 'war' for talent or the skills shortages in your industry or region. People have been asking: What is the 'the great resignation?  What caused it?  How will it affect my business? (Perh...

Send a text This foundational episode is all about hiring staff.  We break the process down for you into 5 easy-to-follow steps: Designing the job and what a person needs to do that job Attracting the best possible candidates Interview only the best candidates  Evaluate the candidates you interviewed Make a job offer! Angela also shares her FREE Recruitment Checklist which is available to be downl...

Send a text In this episode, we chat about the worst recruitment interview questions we've each come across in our time working in HR.   Listen now to hear what we found when we dug deep into our experience. You'll have a few laughs while you learn how to frame a question to give you the information you want.  Candidates can tell when you don't know what you're doing. So it&apo...

Send a text Today it’s interview time! We’re delighted to introduce you to our first-ever Work Wonders special guest. Gavin King is an Associate and the Director of Insolvency at Condon Advisory Group, a national firm of Forensic, Solvency and Turnaround Practitioners in Parramatta. Gavin has an interesting work history and some unique insights to share with you. You may be surprised by the people...