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Unnecessary and complicated compliance draining small businesses
Small business council (COSBOA) launches ‘Fair to Small Business, Good for Everyone’ campaign With the Federal election looming, the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) has launched a campaign; Fair to Small Business, Good for Everyone, which is calling for Governments to employ sensible policies to help small business people to get back to […]
SMEs’ wish list for federal budget revealed
With the federal budget announcement later today and an election on the horizon, a national survey reveals clear expectations of what the government should prioritise for the small to medium business sector. SME Growth Index research released yesterday shows the priorities of SMEs in regards to what the new Federal Parliament should focus on – and company tax cuts was the top response. […]
GoFundMe removes platform fee
Dynamic Business had a chat with Solomon about GoFundMe’s new policy.
The National innovation conversation ‘needs a kickstart’: StartupAUS welcomes new minister
Michaelia Cash’s appointment as Minister for Jobs and Innovation is welcome recognition that the two aspects are “closely linked’, according to StartupAUS CEO Alex McCauley. Noting there have been four Innovation Minister in less than two years, he said it was time for Australia to “get back on the front foot with innovation policy”. [See […]
The Federal Government commits to paying small businesses ten days sooner by July 2019
The Federal Government will begin paying small business suppliers ten calendar days sooner to improve their cashflow, it has been announced. Under the Government’s revised ‘pay on time’ policy, Small Business Minister Michael McCormack said federal agencies and entities will be required to pay invoices for contracts worth up to $1 million within 20 calendar […]
The Weinstein scandal: Is your business equipped to deal with sexual harassment?
For organisations, big or small, accusations of sexual harassment are alarming. With the current press surrounding the allegations of sexual harassment made against Harvey Weinstein, businesses world-wide should reflect on their own internal policies and how they would deal with allegations of this nature. In Australia, we have an abundance of laws protecting employees from […]
How to plan your SME’s 2017-18 travel budget
As the financial year draws to a close and next year’s budgets are debated, there are plenty of ducks to get in a row before July 1 hits. While travel spend may not be front of mind, as CFOs we need to think differently (and strategically) about maximising time on the road and the costs […]
What your SMB needs to know about social media compliance in the workplace in 2017
Over 15.8 million Australians are on social media, and 57% of them are active on social media at least once a day. Whether or not your business has a social media presence, it’s likely your employees do. With this in mind, it’s important you keep up to date with current trends and potential issues relating […]
Keeping end of year expenses under control
During the ‘silly season’ it can be easy for expenses to get out of control. Employees are starting to relax and may feel comfortable claiming team lunches or other entertainment expenses back from the business. At the same time, Christmas is a time for giving; many organisations buy gifts at the end of the year […]
The importance of process in risk management
Australia has over 2 million small businesses and every day, over 500,000 of them are playing Russian roulette with their livelihoods. Okay, maybe that’s a bit of existential hyperbole, but they’re definitely risking a few toes and they are crucial in maintaining balance. A study by the Australian government found that 26% of small and medium businesses lack […]
How to generate trust and customer loyalty when your industry is plagued by distrust
If the industry your business operates in regularly appears on the ‘least trusted’ list, how do you create trust to ensure viability? Without trust, it is difficult to turn a profit, let alone grow your business and build your reputation. Are you doing enough to actively foster trust, earn a client’s business and engender loyalty? […]
Five bad HR habits and how to break them
As we head into the last stretch of the year before the holiday period, your HR focus is probably on the end of year festivities; ensuring employees are on their best behaviour from the boardroom to the bar. The new year is a great time to introduce new habits, or break old ones and as […]
“I want 10 Atlassians, not one”: City of Sydney mayoral candidate pledges start-up support
City of Sydney Lord Mayoral candidate, Christine Forster has pledged support for local start-ups and entrepreneurs in the form of grants, affordable office space and overseas opportunities ahead of Saturday’s election. “Sydney has become Australia’s entrepreneurial hub, but we are still struggling to attract, nurture and retain world-class talent,” the Liberal candidate said. “We still […]
To mitigate fraud, bribery and corruption risk, SME leaders must foster a desirable culture
Given that staff tend to take their cue from what management does, rather than what it says, companies that encourage questionable workplace practices from the top down can end up being their own worst enemies. By encouraging employees to take shortcuts or by demonstrating a lack of oversight, businesses can become victims and, sometimes, unwitting […]
Three in four business owners believe the Coalition’s SME policies won’t pass: MYOB
While a majority of business owners are pleased with the return of the Turnbull Government, only one in four (27%) are confident the SME policies the Coalition brought to the election will pass, according to new research from MYOB. “The latest MYOB SME Snapshot confirmed that many of the policies the government took to […]
The six things SMBs need to know about social media
The social web is forever changing the way people and companies use the Internet.
Social Media Law Policies: Do you need them?
Ah, social media. What is it? Why use it? Should you ever try to sell anything there? Unforgiving are the pitchfork-and-brimstone masses of social media, and let’s face it, they don’t like business.
National Small Business Summit to address key issues
The 2013 National Small Business Summit will focus driving policy and building relationships that benefit small business owners.
Social media policy essential in the workplace
Social media continues to grow, with statistics in Australia showing all platforms increasing. Anna Cairo blogs about why you should consider developing a policy: “Its emergence has created a vast range of communication opportunities, however, with it comes a blurring of the lines between personal and business communication.”
Staff social media activities threaten business brand
Employers must be mindful of the dangers social media present to their business brand over the Christmas period said law firm People and Culture Strategies.
Managing the cost of business travel with technology
Business travel represents the second largest controllable cost for companies. But are you keeping control of what your staff are spending on trips?
Misbehaving workers will test new OH&S laws
New laws under the forthcoming national Work Health and Safety Act will be a wake-up call for employers who believe their occupational health and safety policy will sufficiently cover workplace incidents.
Social media encourages workplace diversity
Social media users are a diversity asset to businesses, according to Nareen Young, CEO of Diversity Council Australia (DCA). She said that while there were risks in allowing social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter in the workplace, with sensible risk management policies this connectivity could be beneficial.
Australian banks cry “Don’t regulate us” despite massive profits
The Australian Bankers’ Association (ABA) has come out and labeled the current debate on banking regulation in Australia spearheaded by Labor’s Wayne Swan and the Liberal’s Joe Hockey as “long on rhetoric but short on facts”.