How to keep your older workers and why? – Kathryn MacMillan – Nine2Three Employment Solutions

The Financial Services Council of Australia reports that the demographic of over sixty year olds, is growing at approximately four times the rate of other age groups in Australia.

We have known for a long time that Australia has an aging population and with the exit of the baby boomers, from the work force, there is a substantial hole to fill.

With an aging population, the pool of employees that you have to choose from is getting smaller, so smart and savvy businesses are looking at ways to maintain their older employees in their roles.

You only have to look at the Superannuation changes this year in regards to accruing super for those over 70 to realise that there are obviously a fair amount of over 70 employees who want their super thanks very much!

Age is all relative – when you are a child, 20 seems old; When you are a teenager 30 seems old, suddenly when you are 50 – 60 and 70 don’t seem that old at all!

The Australian Bureau of Statistics use 65 as the threshold for old age.

We are living longer and more energetic lives than ever before. Our quality of life is great and many intend to work at least part time for many years to come.

I do not have to highlight the business case for retaining your older workers – there is so much data available that clearly defines the positives of this process, including retaining valuable IP, fostering a multigenerational workforce, employing the same demographic that you will be selling to, keeping your business highly productive etc, etc, etc.

But how do you retain them? What does the new generation of grandparents want?

The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania looked at this issue in one of their research papers and came up with some key items for you to consider.

Included was the importance placed on a friendly work environment and the chance to use the skills they have acquired over their long work life.

A feeling of appreciation by others and the ability to make a change to the work place and be an active member contributing, were highly important.

Of course work-life balance was high on the list, and it is not only the older workers who are looking for flexibility. That is a current trend for many workers regardless of age, which will not be going away any time soon!

Don’t forget training and personal development. These workplace initiatives are so important for retaining your current workforce from Gen X through to Baby Boomers. Even the older workers still want to learn new things and develop personally.

Healthcare benefits could be a strong retention tool that would appeal to this demographic as well as health and wellbeing programs.

Age is simply a relative thing and as I said to a client once, I have met 50 year old candidates, who are progressive, technologically advanced, driven and show great initiative, while I have met 21 year olds who are staid, lack initiative, have no interest in progression  and poses very little drive or ambition. Look at the individual – not the number!

What is age anyway? Look at Warren Buffet – CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at 83 years – Way to go Warren!

So let us hear your thoughts about  the aging generation, what are your insights towards supporting the oldies in the workforce. Follow the link and learn as a comment!

http://www.nine2three.com.au/blog_article.asp?articleid=93&article=How+to+keep+your+older+workers+and+why%3F             

Kathryn MacMillan

Kathryn MacMillan is an accredited recruitment professional with the Recruitment Consulting Services Association. She has vast experience in Human Resource management spanning over twenty years. Kathryn has successfully built her business from a home based business to a business which is now preferred supplier to Investment Banks, Federal Government, Chartered Accounting Firms and many small businesses. Kathryn is a highly experienced speaker and is the national presenter for AAT and Success Women’s Network.

Velma’s Pets as Therapy – Emily Upthegrove

While I love the fantastic magnetic jewellery of Energetix Australia, I am also passionate about VPAT – Velma’s Pets as Therapy, founded by Velma Harris in 1999.

Velma is an amazing woman who is incredibly knowledgeable about people, pets and the importance of the close relationship they have with each other – especially when unwell.

I joined VPAT recently and I work as a volunteer in the office.  Down the track one, or more, of my dogs might be trained to become an animal volunteer.  That would be amazing and a gift. Natalie and the team at Success Women’s Network has kindly donated my $50 referral fees towards this wonderful charity. Can I tell you just a little about it…

“We enrich the lives of people and pets by bringing them together”

Since 1999 Velma and her team of human and animal volunteers have been brightening the lives of those in need.

Velma’s Pets as Therapy services over 70 facilities from Wollongong to Newcastle.

The highly trained volunteers and pets go into hospitals, nursing homes and any place where a challenged or frail adult or child is living to offer physical, mental, emotional and social stimulation along with plenty of cuddles and kisses from a friendly pet!

As we come close to Christmas and so many people are isolated and alone, particularly the elderly or unwell, Velma and the pets can make a huge difference. And so can you. If you are a pet lover – and who wouldn’t be – and you would like to do any of the following please contact me and I will put you in touch with the right person.

• Donate cash
• Sponsor a Pet training program
• Sponsor a Client program
• Volunteer

I am an avid networker and hope that some of the network of wonderful Success Women will be as interested in Velma and Pet Therapy as I am.

Emily Upthegrove – Mob: 0412 602 277

Save the date to network in 2014

We have a new look coming in 2014 with a new website and fresh and inspiring ways to network and grow your business and to say we’re excited is an understatement!

All our event dates will be up on our Success Womens Network and Business Expo’s websites any day now to register but we wanted you to be the first to see what we have in store for next year.

So, get your diary ready and lock in the dates to network and grow your business.

Make 2014 YOUR year to shine!

2014 SWN and Business Expo Dates

Dates are subject to change and most current will be posted on the website
Be sure to check the new website (coming soon) for this years calendar to register your attendance
Please note: Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast dates are being finalised now and will be on the new look website

Swiss Cheese Model of Accident Causation – Nine2Three Employment Solutions

Managing Work Health and Safety (WHS) in your business can become very tricky if you don’t have the foundations in place, including effective policies and procedures.

Have you ever come across James Reason’s Swiss Cheese Model?  It’s a fantastic and simplistic illustration for understanding health and safety at work.  The cheese slices act as barriers, ensuring safety and preventing hazards from causing injury or loss.  However, every single safety failure in an organisation (whether large or small) creates holes in the business’ WHS Management System. These shortfalls may be anything from lack of management commitment to safety, poor supervision, and inadequate safety training of employees or unsafe acts. It’s when these gaps in the system align that a real incident occurs.

That’s where Nine2Three comes in. We’re committed to ensuring the gaps are minimised in your business’ safety system. We have a variety of procedures and policies we can customise to your business including Incident Report procedures, WHS policies, Risk Management procedures and helping you to understanding how to manage WHS of contractors in your business. Contact our HR Management Solutions Division on 1300 923 000 to arrange a free HR Analysis and to discuss all your policy needs today.

For more information on services we provide to minimise risks within your business visit our website. While you’re there share your story on our blog of your experience with WHS in your company. What are some of the biggest challenges you have faced, we would love to hear!

          Kathryn MacMillan is an accredited recruitment professional with the Recruitment Consulting Services Association. She has vast experience in Human Resource management spanning over twenty years. Kathryn has successfully built her business from a home based business to a business which is now preferred supplier to Investment Banks, Federal Government, Chartered Accounting Firms and many small businesses. Kathryn is a highly experienced speaker and is the national presenter for AAT and Success Women’s Network.

Five Things We Can All Do to Ensure 2014 is a Prosperous Economic Year – Nine2Three Employment Solutions

The Reserve Bank is forecasting economic growth of between 2-3% in 2014 and 2.75-4.25% in 2015, as we undertake the “big transition” from expansion in mining to non-mining investment. Undoubtedly, the next twelve months will be difficult and challenging. There is nothing any of us can do about the slowing Chinese economy, decline in mining investment and the high level of the Australian dollar. But there are some things we can all do to ensure the next few years are successful and prosperous. 

Number One. Be more optimistic and confident about the future. Look on the bright-side, we aren’t doing too badly, the last recession in Australia was more than twenty years ago, we were not overly impacted by the global financial crisis, unemployment is only 5.7% (or 94.3% employment) and interest rates are at record lows. When businesses are more optimistic, they act on more opportunities, implement more development initiatives and are more successful in growing profits. 

Number Two. Buy. When households and businesses spend more it has a huge multiplier effect on the economy. Just think about when you buy a new piece of business equipment how many people will benefit. The manufacturer’s sales increase, he expands production and employs more people. The newly employed people buy more goods, the retailer’s sales increase and he employs more people. Ultimately, the economy expands and we all benefit. 

Number Three. Invest. The Australian economy is growing and you don’t want to miss out by hesitating until things look better. By the time things look better, the best opportunities are often gone. The time to strike is now, tomorrow can wait. It doesn’t matter if it’s your superannuation fund, an apartment, shares or a new business idea –  just invest. 

Number Four. Buy Australian. It’s our country and our future. The Federal Government has placed a line in the sand by stopping the giant US food processing corporation Archer Midland Daniels from buying our last listed grain company, Graincorp, which owns the wheat silos and port facilities along the east-coast. But many Australian companies in many sectors of the economy are suffering financial distress and are under threat of closure of acquisition by foreign multinationals. So if the quality and price are equal, keep it local and buy Australian. 

Number Five. Support Small Business. Too big and far too good to be ignored. There are over 2 million small businesses in Australia, employing over 7 million people (that’s over 60% of our workforce) and producing some great products and services. When you build a long-term relationship with your local small business you are helping the economy and laying the foundation for future job creation.

Do you have any plans for making 2014 a more prosperous economic year? Share your thoughts and how you are going to get the most out of 2014.

Have a Merry Christmas and a delightful New Year.             

Kathryn MacMillan

Kathryn MacMillan is an accredited recruitment professional with the Recruitment Consulting Services Association. She has vast experience in Human Resource management spanning over twenty years. Kathryn has successfully built her business from a home based business to a business which is now preferred supplier to Investment Banks, Federal Government, Chartered Accounting Firms and many small businesses. Kathryn is a highly experienced speaker and is the national presenter for AAT and Success Women’s Network.

 

Welcome to our new Queensland Licensee

Success Women’s Network QUEENSLAND is under a new licensee and expanding throughout the region. We invite you to meet our new QLD team member.

It’s no secret that we just LOVE what we do!  We are passionate about helping busy business women. Our aim for Success Women’s Network is to not only help business women one-by-one, but community by community, state by state and eventually helping businesswomen nationwide.
We are aiming to be the “go-to” place for businesswomen and collectively we’ll be a national force to reckon with. Your support will allow all of our businesses to succeed.

So we wanted to let our valued members and the rest of the business community know that Belinda Dolan is taking over Success Women’s Network in Queensland.

Expanding into this region is an awesome opportunity and will involve a team effort. We look forward to positively impacting as many businesswomen in Queensland and other states as possible, as the Network expands. Here is a little about Belinda.

Belinda is the Managing Director of Business Success Associates (BSA).
BSA works with small, medium and large organisations in Australia and internationally to build and develop their capacity, create efficiencies and most importantly profits and profile. They assist in the areas of change management, business planning, business coaching, IT services, leadership development, marketing, brand development and recruitment.
BSA are business improvement specialists; and are comprised of a group of highly skilled consultants with Australian and International experience. They have worked with private, government and not for profit organisations across the world on a vast array of projects ranging from education and training, construction, retail, health and wellness and are looking forward to the new challenge of a business women’s network supporting our members in Queensland and in other regions. For our members everything will just get better i.e. better network lunches, better speakers and overall a better network to serve you.

Belinda is passionate about business and empowering women! She is currently researching in the field and those who are interested in knowing more and getting involved can contact Belinda. She is keen to hear from members all around the country who want to connect and do business in Queensland. Belinda will be in touch with you very soon so stay tuned for more information!

We’ll keep you informed step-by-step and invite you to connect with her on Facebook, LinkedIn or via her contact details

belinda@successwomensnetwork.com.au
belinda@businessexpos.com.au
Mobile: 0415 272 079

If you have any questions, please let us know. We look forward to taking this journey with you.

To your continued success,
Belinda Dolan and Natalie Moutia
Success Women’s Network  

7 Tips That Will take You From a Stuck State to A state of Freedom and Flow – Lynda Dyer – Mind Power Global

1. Awareness. Being aware of who you are and understanding how you think and that you can change the way you think anytime you want.
2. Belief. Belief that you can be, do, and have whatever it is you want. Believe in the NOW. What happened in the past is a perception. All you have is now.
3. Cause. Be at Cause for you and your world. “I am responsible, for my thoughts, feelings and actions and all the results I get”. Nobody affects me without my consent. I am responsible.
4. Decide to take MASSIVE ACTION. What are two actions you could take tonight that would make a difference to your Goal? Belief and Action rotate. The more action, the more belief.
5. Environment. Who are you hanging around? What attitudes do they have? Where are you living? What affects you in a positive way? What affects you in a negative way? So what would you like to change about your environment?
6. Focus. What are you focused on? Where are your To Do Lists? Laser focus brings results.  We are either Winning or Learning. There are no failures. So what are you focused on?
7. Go for your Goal. S. M. A. R. T Goals give the Subconscious Mind a clear symbol of what you want and will send you everything you need to make it happen. Expect Success.

Viki Winterton interviews Lynda Dyer – Part 1!

Listen to this interview here

The best way to describe Lynda is as a winner. Lynda has overcome many personal challenges within her own life, including totally defeating the debilitating Lupus condition.

Inspired by her own achievements, her passion is in the education and empowerment of others, and combined with her extensive experience and qualifications, Lynda’s educational and motivational seminars are always highly sought after.

Lynda’s focus has always been on helping people to enhance their own abilities. She has been involved in education and training from a very young age, including the production of numerous videos in the areas of fitness, motivation, health and personal development.

Lynda’s educational and training materials are used throughout the world. She is an International #1best-selling and award-winning author, and has lectured in Australia, New Zealand, USA, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore.

Sadness of grief takes a whole new meaning when we reflect back on the life of a person or animal we love.Good Grief was written with the purpose to allow others to grieve and celebrate the life of those people and animals we lose along our path through life.

Lynda had six deaths in one year and another the following year. She decided the best way to deal with her grief was to look at the great contribution these people had on her life rather than looking at the gap that they left.

Focusing on the loss for an extended period almost certainly leads to a state of depression. Good Grief is an understanding of loss and a celebration of life.  It teaches people of all ages how to embrace the grief and pain and move through it successfully and carry on with life.

Goal Achieving for 2014 – Lynda Dyer – Mind Power Global

Imagine if you had the ability to plan your performance for 2014. Imagine having the state of mind to inspire and motivate yourself and your family, colleagues and staff. Now imagine knowing how to set goals in both the Conscious, AND the subconscious mind that you are ready to act on.

Imagine having the tools to effectively pursue your goals and dreams, be proactive and creative when goal setting effectively and greatly enhance your own and others health, wealth and happiness. Ever had problems goal setting? Ever set goals and did not achieve them?

Most people have very little idea how their mind works. The only way they can motivate themselves is by making themselves do something or wait until there are locking deadlines. They can only get themselves to do things by sheer willpower which leaves them exhausted and unhappy. Willpower only uses 4% of your Conscious mind. Without the connection to the subconscious you are not emotionally connected to your goal and thus it is easy to sabotage the process.

Using the skills and Tools of the NLP Goal Setting in the Subconscious AND Lynda Dyer’s unique teaching style you learn how to use the 96% of you, that being the vast resources of the unconscious mind. You will also use techniques that allow you to be self motivated and congruent. You find yourself not only in control of your own state but also in charge of your future dreams and goals.

You can also learn how to access the default button inside your mind and make both your desires and willpower congruent with what you want. You are then automatically motivated.

These are just some of the skills you will gain during Lynda Dyer’s Setting Goals in the Subconscious Seminar. How is this all possible in such a short time?

The latest advances in Neuro Linguistic Programming and Accelerated Learning Technologies allow people, in an intensive environment, to understand, install and relate skills at a rapid rate.

Just as advances in technology have made travel and communication faster, so have the latest developments in mind technologies enabled us to change, communicate and learn more effectively. Some of our most simple techniques have enabled people to double their income, change negative patterns in relationships, and, like Lynda herself, heal major health issues.

Come join us!

All our courses are tax deductible.

Where:  Courses will be at Camden and the Northern Beaches

When:  Tuesday 12^th November in Camden 9am to 12noon. AND Thursday 21^st November in Dee Why

Your Investment: Only $97 for all this (saving 70%)

Bookings and Enquiries; lynda@mindpowerglobal.com.au  or 0418960366

Marketing Professionals Change the Definition of Work Life Balance – Kelly Gaunt – Intouch Marketing

Professional marketers who have chosen to down size their career due to family commitments no longer have to play second fiddle to their single and DINK colleagues. A new, network based, marketing business model is spreading fast giving senior level corporate and agency marketers with families the opportunity to take matters into their own hands and provide value to Australian business at the same time.

Living as a two income family is arguably the norm in Australia today. Australian Census data suggests that in families with children aged under 18 years old, the proportion of mothers who were employed increased from 55% in 1991, to 56% in 1996, 59% in 2001, 63% in 2006 and 65% in 2011 (http://www.aifs.gov.au/institute/pubs/factssheets/2013/familytrends/aft1/aft1.pdf). Working hard is a given; working with flexibility and passion is a choice.

intouch Marketing is a collaborative network of marketing consultants, developing and activating sales and marketing initiatives for business throughout Australia.  The model provides licensed principals the opportunity to build a business within a supportive culture of collaboration, flexibility and working from a home office. On the income side, the model is scalable for those with a passion to get their hands dirty and really give it a go. Paul Ryan CEO and Founder of intouch Marketing and one of the original Co Founders of Wizard Home Loans said, ‘I am very conscious of how difficult it can be juggling a working career, family and job satisfaction. I have a passion for supporting SME’s and intouch Marketing provides the opportunity for existing senior marketers to follow the dream of starting their own business and ex corporate or agency marketers the ability to get back into the work force on their own terms whilst using the skills they spent so many years harnessing.’

Recruiting Principals from generation X is a key focus for building the intouch Marketing network. ‘Australian business is missing out of some of the best marketing brains in Australia and intouch Marketing is about providing an opportunity to deliver better results for business owners.’ says Ryan.

intouch Marketing’s first Principal Kelly Gaunt of intouch Marketing Cronulla confirms how the model is so well suited to senior marketing ‘mums’ and ‘dads’. ‘I have been part of the network for nearly 6 months and have been able to scale my business to the level of recruiting my first employee.’

intouch Marketing now has 7 marketing principals operating in NSW and QLD and has identified a further 150 opportunities throughout Australia.

To find out more about becoming an intouch Marketing Principal visit the website

For more information or to arrange an interview with Paul Ryan au.linkedin.com/in/pryanintouch please contact:
Kelly Gaunt
intouch Marketing
m: 0439 241 936
e: kgaunt@1800intouch.com.au