The Source: Autumn 2008

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Welcome to the latest edition of Onetest's quarterly e-newsletter The Source. Keeping you abreast of important industry insights, research and Onetest developments, we're pleased to provide you with the following articles:

	Tips for Successful Performance Reviews
	Australian Workers Want to Get Physical
	60 Seconds with Vedior Asia Pacific
	Drugs and Alcohol on the Job
	Candidates of the Revolution - Trends in Recruitment Technology
	In the Press
	Upcoming Events and Webseminars.

For further information about any of the articles in this edition, please contact Renee Muir, National Marketing Manager, Onetest on 1300 137 937 or email enquiries@onetest.com.au.

Most managers don't look forward to the annual performance review season; and it's not hard to see why. The process is often time-consuming, complex and stressful for both parties.

However, performance appraisals are a rich source of data and are critical to implementing effective employee retention strategies. In this article, Steven Dahl shares some golden rules and 10 tips for running successful performance reviews.

Steven Dahl, Founder and Managing Director, Onetest

If you think you are rewarding your staff by handing out salty snacks and tasty treats on a Friday afternoon you might want to reconsider.

More than 4,400 people were surveyed in the 2008 Onetest Working Australian Opinion Survey, which revealed some surprising statistics about employees' expectations of their employers when it comes to encouraging a healthy lifestyle. Dr Matthew Neale outlines some simple strategies employers can implement to ensure their workforce is happy, healthy and productive.

Dr Matthew Neale, National Consulting Manager, Onetest

A client and advocate of Onetest since September 2006, Vedior Asia Pacific is a global blue-collar recruitment firm that forms one of the largest and most diverse parts of the Vedior Group.

Greg Saunders, National Manager - Health Safety & Injury Management at Vedior is responsible for workers' compensation, enterprise risk management, internal audits and business improvement strategy. Greg spent 60 seconds with Onetest to share some of his key insights into the HR industry and safety within today's workplace.

Greg Saunders, National Manager - Health, Safety & Injury Management, Vedior Asia Pacific

Did you know that one in eight people have tested positive to drugs while on the job? According to recent research, this figure is likely to rise to one in four - an alarming reality for employers.

In this article, Jason Blaik explains some of the implications of this research for businesses and addresses some of the more common approaches to curbing the prevalence of drugs and alcohol on the job.

Jason Blaik, Psychology Research and Development Manager, Onetest

Candidates of the revolution - Trend in recruitment technology

In an age where 'Boomers' are retiring, Gen Xers are the executives and Gen Yers are snapping at their heels, it's no wonder the days of traditional recruitment practices are seriously numbered.

Recruitment technologies have a come a long way in a very short period of time and show no signs of slowing anytime soon. Employers need to stay ahead of the game if they are going to attract top talent in today's candidate-tight market. In this article, Kate Cervetto reveals some of the significant shifts and emerging trends in recruitment technology.

Kate Cervetto, Psychology Coordinator, Onetest

Register for Onetest's free webseminars and online demonstrations:

Webseminar: Deception in the Workplace
Tuesday, 17 June 2008 (10am - 10:45am AEST)

Live demonstration: Onetest's Work Safety Assessment (OWSA)
Friday, 20 June 2008 (10am - 10:45am AEST)

Webseminar: Presenting the Business Case for HR Investment
Tuesday, 24 June 2008 (10am - 10:45am AEST)

Live demonstration: Onetest's Assessment Management System (AMS)
Thursday, 26 June 2008 (10am - 10:45am AEST)

Onetest Cooking School:

Onetest James St Cooking School Congratulations to the inaugural graduates of the Onetest Cooking School held at James Street in Brisbane last month.

Both Onetest staff, clients and industry professionals chopped, stirred and sifted their way to distinction in the action-packed class...ending with a celebratory glass of wine and a meal.

Well done grads!

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