Staff leave is an inevitable part of business life that can prove costly if employers are disorganised – Rebecca Spicer takes notes from HR experts who believe planning is key, and there is more to it than marking dates on a calendar As a business owner, taking time off is often a luxury and one taken […]
There’s no denying insurance is assurance for your business. Gina De Bonis takes us through the importance of being properly insured, and the key insurance products worth considering Insurance is important to the livelihood of any business, and consumers should be aware of the possible pitfalls if they’re not adequately protecting themselves, or their business. […]
Managing your stock on hand is often a challenge, but is crucial to maintain cash flow and profitability. Brian Walker takes us through some key steps to effective merchandise planning Ask a few different retailers what they think merchandise planning is and, chances are, you’ll get a few different answers, and most will probably be […]
As the end of financial year approaches, Jacqui Dropulic reveals what business owners need to be aware of at tax time, and how having an up-to-date business plan could make all the difference In a perfect world, our customers delight in spending their money with us exclusively, business shows quarterly double-digit growth, and our records […]
Con artists are as old as business itself, but the internet provides a whole new platform for unscrupulous individuals to try and steal from you. What kind of scams are people trying online, and how can you arm yourself against them? Angus Kidman investigates The rise of the internet has been of great benefit to […]
Despite the GST being introduced seven years ago, calculating and allowing for it in a business’s books can still be a challenge. Giftrap puts the Australian Tax Office under the pump to reveal what businesses should be doing What is the general purpose of GST, and why was it introduced? GST is charged on most […]
Insurance is a great way to help manage your export risk. David Huey looks at options that can make the difference between success and catastrophe. Growing your international client base is an exciting and potentially lucrative opportunity, but with increased growth comes increased risk. Are you covered? Transporting and delivering goods, currency fluctuations, language barriers, […]
Is tax time a dreaded chore? Mark Muller and Peter Bembrick look at how you can minimise the dread and maximise the time and effort spent on preparing accounts by turning this into a valuable activity for improving your business. While not all businesses need to have a full annual audit, all need to prepare […]
Advertorial Finding a suitable accounting system can be quite a challenge for expanding businesses with specialised accounting requirements. With each new phase of growth comes the need for new capabilities and a wider range of functions. Often business owners will feel they need to approach the corporate-sized application vendors to fulfill their needs. This can […]
Tax may be one of life's two certainties, but some tips from George Liondis can help ease your pain. A BOOMING Australian sharemarket is hardly a problem, but it is creating a few headaches for investors. Many are wondering how to take sharemarket profits without triggering a crippling capital gains tax liability. Here are six […]
