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Becoming your own boss: the need-to-knows

When people think about being their own boss, there’s often the misconception that you can wake up in the afternoon, sit around in your PJs all day, whilst drinking coffee and working in front of the TV. If you think this is true, then think again. Becoming your own boss can be one of the […]

Elizabeth Harmon · 2 min
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Pay optimism strong in Australia and Asia-Pacific, says research

While employees in many European countries hold little hope of seeing their salaries rise to match inflation, research has found Australians and workers in the Asia Pacific are feeling optimistic when it comes to their pay packet.

Claire Hibbit · 2 min
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Job loss third on ‘most stressful’ events list

Australians are more stressed about losing their job than they are about getting divorced, according to results of a survey conducted by Newspoll on behalf of Suncorp Life. Losing a job ranked third on a list of seven events Australians found most stressful.

Adeline Teoh · 2 min
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Job insecurity leads to false bullying claims

With the downturn affecting job security, an increasing number of employees are lodging false bullying claims in an effort to protect their jobs, according to Harmers Workplace Lawyers. The scary new trend has seen an increase in the number of employees lodging false claims of bullying from their employers and exaggerated workplace allegations, to protect […]

Jessica Stanic · 2 min
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Caroline Siler: Communications With A Difference At Keep Left PR

Caroline Siler, founder of Melbourne-based boutique agency, Keep Left PR gives her entrepreneurial insight on how she came to provide a service SMEs can afford. “I’m going out on my own. Would you like to come on board as my first client?” It’s the question that defines entrepreneurs as those who take their destiny into […]

Melissa Yen · 2 min