May 22 2019 Top 20 most desirable places to work in 2019

Randstad reveals top 20 most desirable places to work in 2019. Aviation sector flies sky high as Qantas named Australia’s most attractive employer. Qantas has reclaimed the number one spot in the 2019 Randstad Employer Brand Research Awards*, being named as the most attractive employer in the country today. The iconic Australian airline, has been recognised Read More…

April 17 2019 How to easily rake in the 5 star reviews

Byline: Saijo George, SEO Strategy Director at Supple, one of Australia’s leading and award-winning digital marketing agencies. Online reviews are the new “word of mouth” and we trust them. They’re also one of the top ways customers make their final decision to buy your product. Getting quality reviews is a prime way of reaching the top Read More…

March 29 2019 Is outsourcing a positive or negative for businesses?

Jacqui Miller, founder of Dynamic Business Outsourcing Solutions (DBOS), believes that the right kind of outsourcing can be instrumental in accelerating business growth and financial wellbeing. Outsourcing can be viewed as negative, particularly by unions and job hunters, however with changing work cultures and technological advancements, outsourcing is now more widely available as an option Read More…

September 26 2018 A vital component of doing business in Australia

Why is PPSR necessary?

August 31 2018 How to achieve a better work-life balance

When you run a business, you can become increasingly isolated from those around you, simply because you are so determined to make it work. Although you are working hard at your business, you will be missing out on a lot in your life. That type of constant pressure isn’t good for your physical or mental Read More…

August 13 2018 How to stay focused on your vision for your business  

When you run a business, you will find there are daily challenges to deal with, all of which can take your mind and your focus away from the main aim of doing what is required to make the business grow. There are some important tips to remember if you find that this is happening, and Read More…

September 13 2017 SMEs and BAS: the consequences of late lodgement 

One of the biggest mistakes some SMEs make is putting off lodging their quarterly BAS returns. For those who do their own books, there are a number of reasons for this – they get caught up in the day-to-day running of their business or the person who has been doing their books for them is Read More…

August 18 2017 Small business insurance for hairdressers

You’ve done the hard yards washing hair, booking appointments, and sweeping floors. Now it’s finally time to work for yourself. As a hairdresser, there’s plenty of opportunity to grow your own business, from renting a chair, to opening your own salon. Just as important as growing your business however, is protecting it. In this article, Read More…

April 27 2017 How business-to-business salespeople can be ‘A-Graders’ in today’s shifting sales landscape

The sales profession is undergoing a big cull with over 20%  of sales roles expected to be cut by 2020 according to some analysts[1]. There are three macro shifts responsible for this rather ominous reality. Firstly, buyers are more discerning than ever before as they turn online for identifying and acquiring products and services without the need Read More…

April 12 2017 Keeping the company car running: advice for avoiding repair and maintenance headaches

With over 900,000 company cars on the roads in the UK alone, it’s clear to see that many businesses have an entire fleet of company cars for their employees as opposed to just a couple. Often provided as part of a benefits package, employees can expect a wide variety of advantages both in their working Read More…

March 14 2017 5 bookkeeping habits entrepreneurs should adopt

What do all successful businesses have in common? They’ve managed their finances effectively with good bookkeeping habits. Every business – no matter its size – needs an organised financial recording system to keep track of its expenses. Adopt these 5 bookkeeping habits to stay on top of your business’s finances. Invest In the Right Software Read More…

February 1 2017 The legalities of a company car

Investing in a vehicle has many benefits for your business. You can have a company car as a benefit for potential employees. Your current workers can drive an executive car to a meeting with new clients. And, you can deliver your products in a truck or van. There are also important legalities to keep in Read More…

September 19 2016 Recent changes to Monetary Limits in the South Australian Magistrates Court

South Australia has recently changed the law for minor civil claims reducing the limit from $25,000 to $12,000. The reduction in the monetary limit for minor civil claims will come into effect on 1 August 2016 however proceedings already underway in the Magistrates Court as of this date will be unaffected. Prior to 2013, the Read More…

September 19 2016 Evergreen Clauses, what are they and where are they hiding?

If you have ever signed up to a service that doesn’t end or you can’t seem to get out off, you’ve probably just met an evergreen clause.  Evergreen clauses, also known as renewal clauses, are those tricky little statements within a contract that extend its duration automatically – unless one of the parties remembers to Read More…

September 16 2016 Best interest rate on my business loan?

With the emergence of a range of new funding sources for small and medium sized businesses, it’s crucial to understand what your company’s debt funding options are and the most competitive interest rate you will be able to obtain. The following sets out the broad categories of the different funding options for businesses and the Read More…