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We 😍 the insights in this piece from SmartCompany Company. While it can be challenging, managers need to be mindful of generational differences to ensure effective communication and engagement across age groups. For the younger generations, things like wellbeing, work-life balance and purpose-driven work are a priority, while older generations have different expectations. Our expert, Veronica Mason offers a few of her tips for managers managing Gen Z, in particular: ✅ We know that Gen Z is highly motivated by a company's mission and impact, so it is essential to show how each team member's contribution aligns with the overall purpose and mission of your organization. A great way to do this is in your weekly 1:1. Have it as a regular agenda item and each week, connect their work back to your organization's mission. ✅ With everything going on in the world, Gen Z faces high rates of mental health challenges. One way you can support your Gen Z team members is to provide and remind them of policies, benefits and resources at work that can support their wellbeing. ✅ Gen Z thrives in an environment where there is clear collaboration. One way you can do foster this in your team is to celebrate all the diverse voices. In your weekly team meeting could you say something like, "Team, this week we are going to hear from Greta about the XYZ project she is working on with Arnie?" You could rotate speakers each week so you can open up the floor for everyone. #WorkplaceCulture #InclusiveLeadership #InclusiveWorkplace #DEI #DiversityandInclusion #HR #HumanResources #BusinessAustralia

Another week, another INCREDIBLE customer-exclusive session. This time, hundreds of our subscribers joined us to chat all things menopause with menopause guru Melissa MacGowan.  We talked hot flashes, advocating for yourself during menopause and what to expect from your workplace when it comes to supporting you. These interactive power hours are proving to be such a hit with our subscribers and we know why. 💫 They connect people and create communities of individuals on a similar journey or at similar junctures in life. 💫 They answer some of their most burning questions from experts and those with lived experience. 💫 And most importantly, they give people tangible actions they can take to help manage the working caregiver/parent juggle. We loved this from Melissa: “There is a massive rebranding underway that will help shift the narrative around menopause. It’s not that you’re old and stale. It’s a hormonal change.” 🙏 #Menopause #MenopauseAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceWellbeing #BusinessAustralia #WorkplaceBenefits #DEI #DiversityandInclusion #HR #HumanResources

Meet Vince Sanderson, a certified management coach and a manager himself. He is also an accredited mediator and has supported hundreds of managers to build trust-filled, healthier and more impactful teams. And he's one of our brilliant experts! Here are his tops tips for handling tricky conversations: 🤔 Switch why to what. Instead of, "Why haven't you done that work?" Try, "What's been the blocker?" 🤔 Swap you for I. Instead of, "You made a lot of mistakes in that work", try "I noticed a number of mistakes". 🤔 Try specifics instead of exaggerators. Instead of, "You're always late for work", try, "Can we talk about last Monday and Wednesday's start time?" 🤔 Switch opinions for facts. Instead of, "This communal area is a mess", try, "There are unwashed cups, can we tidy up?" #WorkplaceCulture #DEI #DiversityandInclusion #BusinessCulture #EmployeeBenefits #WorkplaceWellbeing #HR #HumanResources #InclusiveLeadership

World Menopause Day may be over for 2024 but that doesn't mean the conversation ends. In fact, it means the conversation needs to continue louder and bolder than ever. It means workplaces need to listen up and step up when it comes to supporting women during menopause. Here's how 👇 . #Menopause #MenopauseatWork #DEI #DiversityandInclusion #InclusiveLeadership #BusinessAustralia #WorkplaceCulture #WorkplaceTips #EmployeeWellbeing #

We were thrilled to once again be named in The Australian Top 100 Innovators for 2024. Innovation takes on many forms and for us it's about transforming workplaces by putting the needs of parents and caregivers at the heart of everything we do. Through our innovative digital platform, we provide personalized resources, tools and community to help employees balance their work and caregiving responsibilities. But innovation goes beyond technology. We’re helping companies reimagine what true inclusion looks like—creating workplaces where everyone can thrive, no matter their caregiving needs. Congratulations to everyone else who made this year's list, especially in our Impact category! Jodi Geddes Kate Pollard Jordy Kay Julia Kay Colette Grgic Sally-Ann Williams FTSE Andrew Deveson David Caputo Louise Vidal (Nobes) Barb Hyman #Innovation #BusinessCulture #StartUp #FemaleStartUp #WomenInBusiness #AustralianStartUp #Impact #InclusiveLeadership

On parental leave and your ultimate job comes up? What a conundrum! Not if you work at an organization like our customer, Mercedes Benz Financial Services. We 😍 this anecdote from their CEO, Ilka Fuerstenberger, about when one of her team members was on parental leave, applied for a more senior role, and successfully got said senior role, which was held for her until her return to work. Why? Because she was the best candidate for the job. And because her workplace is committed to a) supporting women on their career path and b) putting the best people in the positions they deserve regardless of their parental status. 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 #WorkingCaregiver #WorkingParent #InclusiveLeadership #BusinessAustralia #EmployeeBenefits #WorkplaceWellbeing #HR #HumanResources

Today is World Menopause Day and while these days of significance are important markers to honor, reflect and celebrate, our hope is that menopause will stay on the agenda every day. After all, it affects more of our population than it doesn’t! At Circle In, one way we keep the conversation alive is through our Menopause Leave Policy which is designed to provide opportunities for restful working circumstances and self-care for team members during menopause, while not being penalized by having to deplete their sick leave. We’d love to know, what’s one thing you’re doing in your organization to support your team members during menopause? For lots of best practice tips, real stories and advice from menopause aficionado, Melissa MacGowan, check out our dedicated web page in the comments. Here she is talking about a few of the things workplaces can do. #WorldMenopauseDay #MenopauseSupport #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceHealth

It's National Carers Week this week and who better placed to talk to caregiving and the workplace than the CEO of Carers Australia, Annabel Reid? She sat down with Claire Deane to chat about caregiving, the need for flexible, caring workplaces, and what employers can do to support their caregiving employees. Here's just a taste of what she had to say. #NationalCarersWeek #WorkingCaregivers #WorkingParents #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeWellbeing #EmployeeBenefits #HR #HumanResources #DEI #InclusiveLeadership

Lisa is juggling full-time work as a digital asset manager, parenting and caregiving for loved ones with chronic illnesses. Here are six of her tips for managing the load for other carers as we honor National Carers Week: #carersweek #nationalcarersweek #realstory

Being a working parent is busy enough, but when you’re a family of five and one of your children has an intellectual disability, it brings a whole new level of challenge. As part of our series for National Carers Week, Michelle* gives us an insight into the emotional and physical demands of caring for a loved one who requires a high level of support. *Names changed to protect privacy #NationalCarersWeek #WorkingParent #WorkingCaregiver #WorkplaceCulture #InclusiveLeadership #BusinessAustralia