(083) Right to Disconnect Under Review. Why More Guidelines Will Hurt SMEs (And What to Do Instead)

In this episode Tim breaks down the Productivity Roundtable and two hot-button IR reviews that matter to every small and medium employer: the part-time employment review and the “right to disconnect.” Tim explains why rigid minimum-engagement rules are locking potential workers out of the labour market, why more prescriptive right-to-disconnect rules would be pointless, and what practical, low-pain changes employers and the Fair Work Commission should adopt. You’ll also get Tim’s tactical guidance on using remuneration and incentives to drive performance. The HR Cartel has put to the Commission submissions for their reviews - available at the show links below.

If you run a small business and want pragmatic, no-nonsense advice to lower your risk and increase productivity, this episode is for you. Visit www.hrcartel.com to get resources and join the conversation.

 

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Show Links: 

Fair Work Commission Submission - Part Time Employment Review Submission 

Fair Work Commission Statement - Right to Disconnect https://media.licdn.com/dms/document/media/v2/D561FAQFd_yVgCgdyQg/feedshare-document-pdf-analyzed/B56ZjLjczIG0Ag-/0/1755761729408?e=1756944000&v=beta&t=TrU5p3KC--vIs7bRwZf-4SHpdfMgN64NDrrPUZq8Be8