
The ability to hire and retain great people remains as critical as ever. What strategies and management practices can you use to help support your people and projects? Book now to view this informative webinar on how to tackle talent and resource management through uncertain times. Originally held 1 November 2023.
There were some challenges in navigating 2023, with an uncertain economic environment, a less plentiful project pipeline and changes to the talent pool. In this environment, how were practices able to increase efficiency and productivity? What should practices focus on to have good outcomes for talent attraction and retention? How can technology, data and insights help keep teams working in unison and benefit the management of your talent and resources?
The ACA, Deltek and DesignInc Sydney jointly deliver this webinar to help share insights from industry experts and experienced professionals Tara Keast and Scott Huston, who share their firm’s effective strategies for winning and retaining people. The webinar will focus on trends, challenges and solutions, and how to apply strategies to your own practice.
You’ll learn:
- The biggest trends and challenges, and how to tackle them
- How cross-functional team collaboration helps work towards a common strategic goal
- How technology can improve efficiencies, contribute to less stress, reduce burnout, and shape an enjoyable workplace
- How to champion a culture of diversity and inclusion, good mental health, and staff retention initiatives
OUR SPEAKERS
Scott Huston is Head of Knowledge, Systems and Compliance at DesignInc Sydney with over 20 years’ experience in Operations Management and IT. First and foremost, he is a problem solver. Macro or micro, software or business based, Scott can assess any issue and remain solutions focused.
He previously oversaw the logistics and project management of DesignInc’s office relocation and fitout and in response to the COVID-19 lockdowns swiftly moved the business to a distributed teams / work-from-home model – and was equally involved in the return to office/hybrid model the business is currently operating under. Scott is an invaluable asset to a business’s culture and performance.
Tara Keast is a Human Resource professional with over 15 years’ experience, and currently is the Head of People & Culture at Architectural studio; DesignInc Sydney. She is the champion for the health and wellbeing of the DesignInc team, and is particularly passionate about understanding how mental health, diversity and equity impact people both individually, and collectively in the workplace. During her eight years at DesignInc, Tara has made a focus of moving towards gender equality and being a more inclusive compassionate place where the wellbeing of staff is at the core of our values.
COST
Members $30
Non-members $60
*One ticket per attendee.
CPD
Completion of this 1 hour webinar and submission of answers to CPD questions will deliver 1 formal CPD point.
Learning outcomes – See description above.
NSCA 2021 Units of Competency and Performance Criteria – Practice Management & Professional Conduct – PC 1.
APBSA Core Area – Practice Management
Links will be provided for recording access and CPD questions. Please complete questions after viewing the webinar in its entirety. Certificates will be provided following online submission of answers to questions. Please keep your receipt, completed questions and certificate for your CPD records.