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.”
Lady Danielle Di-Masi blogs about how those emails you send late at night might be perceived by the receiver.
“Getting emails in the middle of the night also might make people question what you have been doing online till 2am. Sure the reality may be that you have to do these sorts of hours, but that is what the draft folder is for and send the email first thing in the morning.”
Catriona Pollard blogs about using social media as a listening post for your business.
“A common error organisations make is assuming social media is where people go to share photos of their breakfast…”
Charles Pludthura blogs about the many benefits of working remotely.
“More and more workers are managing to carve out successful careers, operating remotely from wherever they feel like settling down and getting connected. Whether it’s a beach in south-east Asia or a back bedroom in Coffs Harbour, the world really is our oyster!”
Arndria Seymour looks at what makes a good business leader and manager.
“Be clear on what you want to achieve in life – personally and professionally. Don’t be afraid to engage the services of a coach to use as a sounding board and help you achieve your stretch goals.”
Julian Smith blogs about what the cloud will mean for small businesses.
“It will also herald the changing of our relationships with our business advisors, such as our accountant. With cloud technology, they can access our data and our records in real time, in turn, being able to provide real time support and advice…”
Anna Cairo looks at the benefits of using LinkedIn for your business.
“Although LinkedIn is the most commonly used business networking site, it appears to be an underrated social media platform and consequently is under utilised.”
Brad Callaughan looks at setting guidelines and schedules in your dealings with clients.
“If you currently have one client that is taking all your attention you need to very carefully re-train them – this will involve setting boundaries.”
Phoebe Netto blogs about protecting the perception of your business.
“Your image and how you make others feel plays a big role in being approachable, trustworthy and likeable to clients and potential clients.”
Adrian Briscoe blogs about protecting your business data over the warm summer months.
“The new calendar year typically begins with a significant spike in data loss incidents due to extreme seasonal weather and a lack of sufficient backups. Indeed, the cyclone and bushfire season can be as destructive to computer data as it is to property.”
