An engaged employee who feels there’s room to flourish and who is listened to and rewarded accordingly will add considerably to any agribusiness’s bottom line…Read More
Grain Central, August 2, 2021
Here are six key elements that business managers, owners or leaders need to think about to positively manage staff and help develop them into a high-performing team…Read More
James Price, JPA, July 26, 2021
Effective management stems from quality relationships and open communication with employees. Yet so many managers and employers avoid regular one-on-one sit-downs and meetings with their staff…Read More
Grain Central, June 28, 2021
It is no coincidence that all three of the Australian Agricultural Co’s 2020 graduate intake members were recruited via the Intercollegiate Meat Judging Association. It’s a pathway that has launched at least a dozen careers at AA Co, where the broad mix of skills gained through ICMJ is a highly valued commodity…Read More
Grain Central, May 21, 2021
Mentoring is a great way to progress a person’s professional and personal development, and help create a more productive business…Read More
Grain Central, April 30, 2021
If you are a manager, supervisor, team leader or any type of boss, there will be times when you will have to give feedback to employees. Here are a few tips to assist when giving constructive criticism…Read More
Grain Central, April 19, 2021
Employers and managers can make a difference in the way they interact with employees by saying these five simple things in day-to-day dealings with staff…Read More
Grain Central, March 29, 2021
Everybody makes mistakes – even managers. They’re a fact of life and help us to grow at a personal and professional level. If there’s one thing successful agribusiness managers know, it’s that making mistakes can be a hugely positive learning experience…Read More
Grain Central, March 19, 2021
Many businesses have started benefiting from employing staff aged over 50, the so-called ‘Baby Boomer’ generation. It’s not only skills and expertise that an older worker can bring to the business – it’s also a financial benefit…Read More
Grain Central, March 8, 2021
Could it be that many companies are ignoring older workers as a valuable resource which could potentially close the current skills gap?..Read More
Ray Johnson, Agricultural Appointments, February 22, 2021
An employee can never assume their role is completely secure or safe. This is why it’s essential to always go above and beyond and to be a great contributor in the workplace…Read More
Grain Central, February 15, 2021
Will the pace of implementation of automated farming technologies threaten or enhance the job opportunities of the future?..Read More
Dr Ray Johnson* Agricultural Appointments, February 8, 2021