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Section : Engage and consult with employees
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk is part of the section on "Using best practice in your small business," specifically focusing on engaging and consulting with employees to foster a positive workplace culture and improve business performance. It outlines strategies for communication, collaboration, and employee involvement in business goals and planning, emphasizing the importance of transparency and feedback in achieving best practice standards.
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- discussing the goals of the business with your employees
- sharing details about the performance of the business
- acknowledging that your employees' experience and day-to-day work may give them valuable insights into your business that you don't have
- encouraging employees to share their ideas, ask questions and raise concerns
- providing ways for employees to do this, such as a dedicated email address, a suggestions box, online forums and having an 'open door' policy
- discussing staff ideas and suggestions at regular team meetings
- involving employees in solving problems and business planning
- holding annual planning days to involve employees in setting business and team goals and targets for the following year. For more information read our Consultation and cooperation in the workplace best practice guide available at fairwork.gov.au/bestpracticeguides PRACTICAL TIP: Employers may be reluctant to share business performance information with employees for several reasons. If the profit of the business is the owner's direct income, they may see that as private. If the business is underperforming, they may not want to cause staff to fear for their jobs. If there is a lack of trust, they may worry about business information being disclosed or misused.
- What are some goals of the business that should be discussed with employees?
- Why is it important to share details about the performance of the business with employees?
- How can employees' day-to-day experiences contribute to the business's success?
- What methods can employers use to encourage employees to share their ideas and concerns?
- What role do regular team meetings play in discussing staff ideas and suggestions?
- How can involving employees in problem-solving benefit the business?
- What is the purpose of holding annual planning days with employees?
- What are some reasons employers might hesitate to share business performance information with their staff?
- How can a lack of trust affect the sharing of business information between employers and employees?
- What resources are available for employers seeking best practices in consultation and cooperation in the workplace?