One of Australia’s leading online retailers has declared that bricks-and-mortar stores have lost the price war and should stop complaining and move on if they wish to keep their customer base.
As the festive season rolls around, small business operators once again turn their attention to the organisation and planning of end-of-year celebrations and gift giving. But don’t fall foul of the tax office—find out what your obligations are for this festive season.
Employers must be mindful of the dangers social media present to their business brand over the Christmas period said law firm People and Culture Strategies.
Approximately 72 percent of Australians will conduct some Christmas shopping online this year, according to an Appliances Online shopping behaviour survey.
A third of Australians expect to spend less this year than last Christmas, according to a report issued by IBISWorld.
With Christmas approaching fast, Brad Callaughan looks at the Fringe Benefit Taxes payable on gifts to employees, suppliers and clients.
“Fringe Benefits Tax is a tricky subject, and if not understood and addressed before you spend that money it could leave you a large hole in your pocket from the FBT payable.”
Business defaults hit their second highest rate in September for eight years, leading experts to warn SMEs to be on top of their accounts receivable as Christmas approaches and cashflow worsens.
Local business owners are feeling pessimistic about seeing revenue rises during the upcoming Christmas season, as many express doubt the economy will improve any time soon.
Retailers are being urged to cut costs while the retail market remains flat in Australia, with experts predicting the subdued retail trading that plagued the Christmas lead up to continue.
While there is no handbook to ensure your workplace is in tip-top shape as you head into 2011, there is a set of rules to live by – the seven deadly sins, which can be used to guide acceptable organisational behaviour, and ensure your business is performing well in the new year.
