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What can you do about employees who didn't show up to work because of today's taxi strike?

It's a jungle in Jo'burg this morning. Not only is the heavy raining causing havoc on the roads, but thousands of workers are stranded due to today's National Taxi Alliance (NTA) strike. And that's bad news for your business. Here's what you need to know about how to handle employees who couldn't [read more...]

How to avoid a Miss SA type nepotism scandal in your workplace

There's a fresh scandal surrounding the Miss South Africa pageant. A few weeks back, news reports indicated that the general public wasn't happy with the choice of judges for the pageant. Now there's a rumours of t. And it's put the spotlight back on nepotism in the workplace. [read more...]

Strikes: What does 'issue in dispute' mean?

News reports this morning indicate that government intends to meet with the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (Amcu) today in a last ditch attempt to halt a mass strike in the mining sector. The looming strike, which is expected to have a devastating impact on the economy, has [read more...]

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  • What to do if your employee takes time off to go to court like Oscar Pistorius?
  • Oscar Pistorius hasn't left the headlines since last Valentine's Day, when he allegedly murdered his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. He was in court again this past Monday. Although olympians may have no trouble finding the time to go to court, but what should you do if your employee cuts off their working hours to appear in court? Read on to find out... ››› more
  • [21 August 2013]
  • How to get 'the shirker' to stop abusing sick leave
  • There are countless excuses for taking sick leave. But if you've got a work 'shirker' in your office, it can be frustrating and costly to your business. Read on to find out how to get even the most unruly sick leave abusers to come into the office... ››› more
  • [19 August 2013]
  • Three ways to deal with sick leave abuse before it affects your business
  • Did you know that South African companies suffer costs of between 6% and 10% of payroll because of absenteeism? That's right. Absenteeism is costing companies BIG money. Here's how to stop your employees from abusing sick leave. ››› more
  • [12 August 2013]
  • The coming cold front will cost businesses R20 881 917 - don't contribute to the sick leave pot!
  • South Africa will endure the last big cold spell of winter with a cold front coming in next week. Not only does this mean your office heaters will be running full blast, but it means employees will take sick days. Sick leave pay costs SA business over R19 billion every year. That means that a single bout of flu - like the one that'll come with the latest cold front - will cost businesses upward of R20 million. How can you keep your employees happy, healthy and productive? Read on to find out... ››› more
  • [08 August 2013]
  • How many days maternity leave must you give your employee?
  • Royal baby watchers will be delighted to know that the Duchess of Cambridge is in the early stages of labour. According to media reports, the Duchess has been admitted at St Mary's hospital in London in preparation for the birth of her first child. While you watch in anticipation to see whether a future queen or king will be born, you might also be thinking about your employee's pregnancy and how you'll manage it. Read on to find out how to calculate your employee's leave days. ››› more
  • [22 July 2013]
  • Seven facts you MUST know about FRL, so you can always get it right
  • John's child is sick for the third time this month. You're sure Sally's only grandfather passed away two months ago, why is she going to his funeral again? These are just some of the situations you'll face when it comes to family responsibility leave (FRL). Don't get taken for a ride or, worse, break the law! Make sure you know these seven facts about FRL to get it right. ››› more
  • [12 July 2013]
  • 'Help, I've got a Lindsay Lohan in my office!' Can you fire an employee for going to rehab?
  • It's hard to fault someone for trying to rehabilitate from drugs or alcohol. But what if your employee has been booked into a rehab facility when they're supposed to be at work and your company's losing money because of it? Can you dismiss the employee? Read on and find out what South African Labour Law has to say about the matter... ››› more
  • [11 July 2013]
  • Three more instances where you must grant maternity leave
  • Granting four months maternity leave is just one of the many legal obligations you have towards pregnant employees. Do you know your other legal obligations? Read on to discover the three types of employees you're supposed to grant maternity leave to so you can comply with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). ››› more
  • [01 July 2013]
  • When should your employee start her maternity leave?
  • In terms of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), all female employees can take at least four consecutive months' unpaid maternity leave. But do you know when your employee is supposed to start her maternity leave? Read ion to find out so you can make the necessary arrangements during your pregnant employee's absence. ››› more
  • [01 July 2013]
  • Grappling with tricky sick leave situations? Read this!
  • In China, a woman has lost her job for violating the company\'s terms of employment. The reason? She asked for sick leave while pregnant and then went on a business trip with her husband, as \'there was no one to take care of her if she stayed home\'. Here\'s what to do whenever your employees claim sick leave ... ››› more
  • [28 May 2013]



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