Struggling to keep good people?
You’re not alone.
Retention is one of the biggest challenges facing small and regional businesses today — and it’s costing more than you think.
While many business owners focus on recruitment, the real opportunity lies in creating a workplace where people want to stay.
The good news?
It’s not about expensive perks or complicated programs.
It starts with wellbeing.
In this practical and engaging workshop, you’ll learn how supporting employee wellbeing leads to stronger retention, better performance, and a more positive workplace culture. Backed by Australian data and real-world examples, this session will cut through the fluff and show you what actually works — even on a small business budget.
You’ll discover:
• Why wellbeing is a smart retention strategy for small businesses.
• The key leadership behaviours that build loyalty and connection.
• Practical, low-cost wellbeing initiatives you can implement straight away.
• A simple action plan to improve retention in your business.
This workshop is designed for business owners, people leaders, and anyone responsible for team wellbeing and culture. You’ll leave with actionable ideas, local insights, and practical tools to help you build a workplace your people don’t want to leave.
Event Details -
Date: Monday 11 August
Time: 2.30pm-4pm
Venue: Wurriki Nyal, 137-149 Mercer St, Geelong
Room: Podium 2 & 3
FREE
This event is part of the 2025 Geelong Small Business Festival, proudly delivered by the City of Greater Geelong in partnership with the Geelong Chamber of Commerce.
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