Business
5 key considerations when looking at insurance for professional services
24 August
Your job as a professional requires you to apply your expertise to satisfy the requirements of your clientele/patients. Your customers count on you to provide high-quality services and expert guidance. However, despite your best efforts, there’s...[Read More]
Why hiring a bookkeeper is a wise business decision
24 August
Every thriving business, whether a burgeoning start-up or an established corporation, revolves around essential components. Among these, one often-underestimated pillar is bookkeeping. In the hustle and bustle of day-to-day operations, entrepreneurs...[Read More]
Blueprint revealed to turbocharge productivity, wealth
23 August
Lifelong learning incentives and bringing more women into the workforce could drive productivity and leave Australians substantially better off. The Business Council of Australia has released a report outlining a series of policy shifts it believes...[Read More]
NBN submits new pricing plan to consumer watchdog
16 August
Internet users could have some NBN charges removed as the company behind the network launches a fresh attempt to get a pricing proposal approved. NBN Co has submitted a new pricing plan to the consumer watchdog for consideration. The proposal, also...[Read More]
Building the right business structure for success
10 August
Establishing a successful business relies heavily on laying a solid foundation through a well-structured framework. Making hasty decisions or improvising along the way in the business world can be inefficient, fraught with risk, and potentially lead...[Read More]
Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers
9 August
Almost half of all IT policymakers are considering bans on smartphone apps in the workplace, including restrictions on social media platform TikTok, in a bid to protect sensitive business data, a study has found. And many of those bans could extend...[Read More]
Critical considerations before setting up a Board of Directors for your business
3 August
A great board of directors can make a significant difference in the success of your business. Whether it is a requirement by regulators, a condition set by potential investors, or a strategic decision to seek expert guidance, setting up a board...[Read More]
Calls for clarity after workplace law change confusion
2 August
Businesses are asking to be kept in mind as the federal government mulls a shake-up of employment laws. The “same job, same pay” legislation will plug a gap that allows businesses to negotiate an agreement with workers, then pay labour hire a...[Read More]
The meaning, importance & benefits of time management
27 July
It is often said that ‘Time and tide wait for no one.’ Therefore, to achieve success in life, one needs to develop a deep appreciation for time. Anyone can benefit from time management — whether in school, in the office or with life in...[Read More]
Casual workers offered path to permanent job security
27 July
Casual workers could soon have the right to become permanent employees, but business groups warn the changes threaten to devastate many small firms. Employment Minister Tony Burke has unveiled reforms to force bosses to offer casual staff who work...[Read More]
Leveraging Your Accountant or Adviser as a Mentor for Your New Business
20 July
Starting a business is an exciting yet challenging endeavor. As an entrepreneur, you need to navigate various systems and processes while minimising errors and maximising success. To gain a competitive edge and make informed decisions, establishing...[Read More]
Aust warned of complacency as AI infiltrates workplaces
19 July
The tech world often urges people to think of artificial intelligence like electricity, and one expert believes Australia is at risk of being left in the dark. The public release of ChatGPT triggered relentless media coverage, and Australian AI...[Read More]
Becoming a successful leader
13 July
Developing leadership abilities is not always simple, which is why only a select few are successful in their quest to become effective leaders. Those who succeed, however, can take their teams and organisations to new heights. To become a successful...[Read More]
Space age road tankers to lighten the load on emissions
12 July
A “game-changing” road train with tanks made from aerospace material will be deployed in Queensland in what creators say could significantly cut emissions. Sydney-based Omni Tanker revealed it had teamed with a Queensland welding company to...[Read More]
Gender pay gap is lower in commonwealth public service
5 July
The gender pay gap between women and men is lower in the federal arena than in the private sector, although it’s still a long way from wage parity. Women working in the commonwealth public sector are paid on average 88 cents in the dollar compared...[Read More]