Getting it right

Code-switching – Why some employees feel the need to “play a role” at work

We all have different ways of presenting ourselves in different situations. We might talk or act differently at work than we do around family and friends. It’s called code-switching.   But for people of diverse backgrounds, constantly changing who you are to fit in with a certain work culture takes an exhausting toll.   Dwayne Good is the founder of Aboriginal-owned travel company, InTravel Group [https://www.intravelgroup.com.au/]. He’ll explain why the subtle codes we sometimes have to live by at work are out-dated. And how to create a workplace where employees don’t need to switch.   +++  Getting It Right is a Jobsbank [https://jobsbank.org.au/] podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios [https://www.deadsetstudios.com/] and hosted by Rae Johnston.   Find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide here [https://bit.ly/47ssVnl]; plus plenty more handy resources to help you with inclusive hiring at the Jobsbank Resource Centre. [http://www.jobsbank.org.au/]  CREDITS Host: Rae Johnston  Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain  Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee  Sound Design: Scott Stronach  We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Mentor makeover – How to make it work for you

A mentor can provide you with useful advice and a great sounding board to tease out workplace issues. But often women in particular are paired with a mentor, instead of being given a pay rise or promotion.   So, who is mentoring actually benefitting?  CEO of Jobsbank Karina Davis explains how you can build an effective mentoring plan that works for everyone involved.   +++  Getting It Right is a Jobsbank [https://jobsbank.org.au/] podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios [https://www.deadsetstudios.com/] and hosted by Rae Johnston.   To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here [https://bit.ly/3sbyVkl]. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre [https://jobsbank.org.au/resources/] for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.     CREDITS Host: Rae Johnston  Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain  Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee  Sound Design: Scott Stronach  We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Breaking down barriers – How to spot bias and remove it from your workplace

Unconscious bias doesn’t just resolve itself once you’re through the hiring process. There are probably barriers peppered throughout every level of your organisational structure.   Whether it’s being flexible with your daily meeting times, considering alternate staff for promotions, or accommodating the needs of employees with caring responsibilities, we help you eliminate bias altogether.  Andrea Ho, Discipline Lead at Australian Film Television and Radio School, can help you re-structure your policies with a few simple strategies.  +++  Getting It Right is a Jobsbank [https://jobsbank.org.au/] podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios [https://www.deadsetstudios.com/] and hosted by Rae Johnston.   To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here [https://bit.ly/3DTVWux]. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre [https://jobsbank.org.au/resources/] for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.     CREDITS Host: Rae Johnston  Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain  Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee  Sound Design: Scott Stronach    We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The view from the top – How to change the face of your leadership team

The lack of leadership diversity has been item one on company board agendas for a while now. But has enough been done to enable diverse voices at the top of your organisation?  How can you re-design the seats at your leadership table?  Peter Mousaferiadis, CEO of Cultural Infusion [https://culturalinfusion.org.au/] and founder of Diversity Atlas [https://diversityatlas.io/] can help you implement a “top down” approach, making sure your organisation’s culture is there to support it.   +++  Getting It Right is a Jobsbank [https://jobsbank.org.au/] podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios [https://www.deadsetstudios.com/] and hosted by Rae Johnston.   To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here [https://bit.ly/4467pSr]. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre [https://jobsbank.org.au/resources/] for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.     CREDITS Host: Rae Johnston  Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain  Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee  Sound Design: Scott Stronach    We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

How to avoid ‘all the gear and no idea’ in hiring

A certificate from a “job ready” course isn’t always going to guarantee your new employee will be able to hit the ground running.   Hayden Heta is the managing director of construction company Wamarra [https://wamarra.com.au/], which helps Aboriginal workers find and stay in long-term employment.  Hayden shares how he created a meaningful path to induct new employees and unlocks the key strategies you could utilise to create a smooth transition for workers into your organisation.   +++  Getting It Right is a Jobsbank [https://jobsbank.org.au/] podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios [https://www.deadsetstudios.com/] and hosted by Rae Johnston.   To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here [https://bit.ly/3QDOgEn]. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre [https://jobsbank.org.au/resources/] for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.       CREDITS Host: Rae Johnston  Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain  Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee  Sound Design: Scott Stronach    We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.