Employee retention: Why you should care and how to do it right
The traditional drivers of employee retention have transformed. How can we utilise these retention drivers to motivate a weary workforce?
New skills needed: How to equip your business against a cyber attack
The threat of cyber attacks in 2021 is a very real one, and many have not been prepared, a recent report from RMIT Online reveals.
In limited circumstances, an employer can require an employee to get a COVID-19 vaccination: Here’s who is in the minority
Whether or not employers can lawfully require employees to receive a coronavirus vaccination has been a hotly debated topic over the past few months.
Will the government’s new casual loading offset provisions prevent double-dipping?
These casual loading offset provisions reduce an employer's liability to pay permanent employment entitlements where a worker is mischaracterised.
Checklist: How to effectively lead your remote employees
How to lead remote employees effectively is a question on the minds of many SME owners — here's a checklist to help build your strategy.
Health is wealth: Why SME owners need to prioritise mental wellbeing
Prioritising mental wellbeing isn’t just the right thing to do in times of crisis. It’s also the best thing you can do for your bottom line.
What is the ‘stress cliff’ and how can you avoid it?
The ‘stress cliff’ is the inevitable burnout that accompanies long hours, pervasive uncertainty, dwindling cash flow and huge disruptions.
Lawyers say businesses should consider converting casuals after landmark Federal Court ruling re-ignites “double dipping” claims
A landmark Federal Court ruling has re-ignited debate about casual leave entitlements and puts businesses employing 'regular casuals' in a spot of trouble.
How to push on when your all-star employee resigns
Your favourite employee, the one who keeps the place running, has just walked into your office with a resignation letter. Here's what you need to do.
Fair Work on tour: Sham contracting crack down at Storm versus Cowboys
Fair work inspectors have rocked up at Rugby matches across the country over the last week to check if cleaning companies are engaging in sham contracting.
Sustainable businesses attract the best talent — here’s how to become one
Research shows sustainable businesses attract and retain the best talent, here's how your business can go green and reap the rewards.
Accountants in demand as salary expectations increase, but flexibility may be the answer for SMEs
New research has revealed accountants are among the most in-demand professionals in Australia, while candidates are asking for more money.