James Adonis is one of Australia’s best-known people-management thinkers and is passionate about employee engagement. He is the co-founder and managing director of Team Leaders, a company dedicated to developing the best front-line managers. He is the author of three books including his latest, Corporate Punishment: Smashing the management clichés for leaders in a new world.
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Leaving an audience bored speechless
James Adonis Business speeches don't need to be boring - but how do you become a better presenter?
Dressing up to avoid a dressing down
James Adonis What’s the point of casual Fridays? And what are the benefits, if any?
Are recruitment agencies worth the trouble?
James Adonis Thinking of hiring new staff? If so, two words have probably crossed your mind: recruitment agencies.
Social networking - or social and not working?
James Adonis For many employers, the first instinct is to ban the use of social media at work. But is this a smart move?
Ho ho ... oh: planning the office Christmas party
James Adonis ‘Tis the season to be organising the office Christmas party. Here are seven ways to minimise the risk.
Shining a light on moonlighting
James Adonis What’s the impact of moonlighting in the workplace? And on the employee?
They like me, they like me not
James Adonis Do employees need to like each other in order to work well together?
State of the unions
James Adonis There has to be a way for unions and employers to work more collaboratively together.
Culture shock: working on foreign shores
James Adonis Australia is attracting a record number of overseas workers. But how well are they fitting in?
It's business time: work romance dos and don'ts
James Adonis Sometimes the attraction between two colleagues is too strong to resist. Here's how to tread carefully.
Pointing the finger at bad customer service
James Adonis Most people blame young employees for poor customer service, but perhaps it’s their bosses who are responsible.
Can introverts be great leaders?
James Adonis The best leaders are traditionally known as 'passionate', 'captivating' and 'charming'? But can quieter people also command respect?
When the workplace honeymoon ends ...
James Adonis Enthusiasm abounds when employees start a new job. But it does not last.
Word of (bad) mouth
James Adonis New research reveals the majority of employees wouldn't recommend their employer to anyone else.
What does it take to be an inspirational leader?
James Adonis New Australian research reveals the biggest attribute desired by employees in a leader: inspiration.
Big brother just got bigger
James Adonis Some employers go to extraordinary lengths to monitor their employees’ movements.
Rise of the 'intrapreneur'
James Adonis Many entrepreneurs remember what it was like working for an employer. There might be bright sparks in your business feeling the same way.
Into the realm of passion
James Adonis There was a time when it was enough for employees to just do their job. Now they also need to be passionate.
That awkward moment when...
James Adonis How to tackle the eight most awkward conversations at work.
Hot-desking: hot or not?
James Adonis Once upon a time, an employee’s desk was a home away from home. But this cosy space is slowly being taken away.
