How to make your business run without you
Are you a business owner that has everything in their head? Does your team constantly come to you to ask questions about how something works, what they should do next or where to find something?
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How to successfully find life after business
The typical Australian family business owner is now 55-years-old. Retirement or cutting down their hours is on their radars, but very few are putting the right plans in place to make it happen.
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10 reasons to hire a casual workforce
In the market to hire new staff? If you’re just getting started, or you’re not sure what opportunities might come up in the future, looking to hire casual staff could save you money and time.
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Are you asking the right questions?
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Do Australian SMBs work from home?
There’s been plenty written about working from home being the new fad, and employees demanding that option when they start. However how many people working in SMBs actually take up the offer?
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Pat your back: it’s awards season
It’s important for small business to take the time to turn around and pat themselves on the back, because without a bit of recognition, it’s hard to muster more inspiration in yourself and your staff.
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Marketing trends for 2013
What’s going to happen in the small business marketing world in 2013? Here are some key trends to be aware of.
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Work hard for the money: staff expecting pay rise
According to a new report, up to three quarters of Australian workers are confident they will be receiving a pay rise in the next 12 months.
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When workplace interaction becomes inappropriate
While you might think that it’s common sense to determine what is and what isn’t appropriate interaction at work, it never hurts to have a little reminder. And some things might have changed.
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Federal election date announced
Prime Minister Julia Gillard, in a surprise announcement, has released the date of the next Federal election.
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Social and community sector workers receive pay rise
Eligible businesses in the social and community sector would have received their first pay rise in December 2012 after the government’s ‘top up’ of employee wages.
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Making the most of your Australia Day Monday
Having a public holiday so soon after Christmas may feel like a treat but perhaps it could be best spent catching up on those things you keep putting aside. Here are four activities to keep you busy, and on top of things, this public holiday.
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Workers happier in more diverse workplaces
A new report conducted in conjunction with the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission (VEOHRC) and audit, financial advisory and risk management services company, Deloitte, reveals diverse workplaces create more happy workers.
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What’s the best way to incentivise staff in tough times?
Here’s some great tips from October on how to keep your staff happy when you don’t have the cash for bonuses or pay rises.
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The surprising reasons behind fake sick days
We revealed the surprising reasons behind fake sick days, in March. Catch up with the story here.
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‘Tis the season for expense reports
SMBs brace yourselves. The receipt race is coming. As the holiday season draws closer and SMBs prepare to shut down over the break, they could find themselves confronted with employees eager to be reimbursed for their expenses they accrued over the year.
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Top 10 mistakes to avoid in the recruitment process
Are you looking for new employees or planning to hire in the New Year? Finding and selecting the right candidate can be a challenge at the best of times, but making mistakes during the recruitment process can end up costing you more then money.
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Embedding business learning in the workplace
Sending people on training programs is simple; making sure they apply what they learn to their jobs can be hard. Here’s how to get ahead of the competition and make sure your organisation’s investment in learning and development (L&D) translates into business results.
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The risks we face at Christmas
Among all the fun and celebrations, the festive season brings a number of serious risks of which business owners need to be made aware.
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How to protect your business from workplace safety risk
Risks and hazards exist in all workplaces, and managing them is vital to address the health and safety requirements of your business.
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