Business
Master the Art of Requesting to Work Remotely: A Step-by-Step Guide
1 June
The remote work trend has gained significant momentum in recent years, offering employees the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you’re planning to join the ranks of remote workers, convincing your employer to grant you this...[Read More]
Do You Own a Business or Does Your Business Own You?
27 April
Given a chance, most people would love to own a business and be their own boss. If you have a great product or service concept, the thought of building your own company from scratch can be very attractive. After all, who doesn’t want to be the...[Read More]
Women gradually cracking the glass ceiling
25 January
Women are still woefully under-represented in top jobs but female leaders are becoming more common in Australia’s economic and financial institutions. Within Treasury, the government department responsible for economic policy, the federal budget...[Read More]
Time management: The meaning, importance and benefits
19 January
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]
Overview of record-keeping rules for business
11 January
You are legally required to keep records of all transactions relating to your tax and superannuation affairs as you start, run, sell, change or close your business, specifically: any documents related to your business’s income and expenses any...[Read More]
Here’s to a prosperous 2023
29 December
Ready or not, 2023 is upon us, and it is time for a refreshing restart for us all. As you reflect back on 2022 and look ahead to your goals and new years resolutions, please take a moment to reflect on how much you accomplished in 2022. There’s no...[Read More]
Work from home opportunities can be for everyone in 2023
29 December
One of the few important things the pandemic has taught everyone is that it’s possible to be productive and earn a living from home. In fact, some companies have seen the benefits of remote working options and continue to offer them as part of...[Read More]
If you became a director before 31 Oct 2021, you need to apply for your directors ID now
23 November
When you need to apply is determined by when you were first appointed, and under which Act. If you plan to become a director, you can apply before you’re appointed. Corporations Act directors When you must apply for your director ID depends on...[Read More]
Top questions when applying for a director ID
17 November
Who needs to apply for a director ID? You need a director ID if you are a director of a: company registered with the Australian Securities and Investments CommissionExternal link (ASIC) or the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous...[Read More]
Seven tax planning strategies for small business
19 October
Tried-and-Tested Tax Planning Strategies for Small Businesses Every dollar counts in business, especially for small enterprises. Therefore, you need to find ways to minimise your tax liability in addition to optimising income or profit. With a small...[Read More]
5 tips for dealing with meeting overload [TED Talk Video]
5 October
Could this meeting have been an email? The phenomenon of “calendar creep,” where meetings completely take over your work days, is wasting time, energy and productivity — but you can take back control. Leadership expert...[Read More]
The importance of Single-Touch Payroll
15 September
Do you know what single-touch payroll (STP) is? Most likely, you’ve encountered the term, especially if you own a small business in Australia where STP is mandatory. This requirement applies even to companies employing just a single staff member...[Read More]
Consumer spending slowdown starts to show
14 September
Rate hikes and the soaring cost of living are finally starting to weigh on household spending. Non-essential outgoings decreased in August, according to CommBank’s household spending intentions index, with sectors such as travel,...[Read More]
Super changes that could affect you from 1 July 2022, your EOFY checklist
6 June
Essential Superannuation EOFY Tips This 2022 The week leading up to 30 June is an excellent time to take advantage of any tax benefits that may be available within superannuation. There are certain contributions you can focus on to lower your...[Read More]