Have you ever applied for a job and heard… nothing? No acknowledgment, no update, just silence. Now imagine that happening to a talented candidate applying to your  business. They’ve done their research, spent time on their application, and waited, and waited, only to feel ignored. The process is slow, or feels impersonal. They wait weeks without a response, interviews are disorganised, and no one follows up. Chances are, they move on. Maybe they tell others about it too. Tha

Recruitment is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a business owner. The right hire can drive growth, improve culture, and free up your time. The wrong hire can be costly, stressful, and set your business back months. The good news is that hiring doesn’t have to feel like guesswork. With a clear recruitment and hiring process, you can attract the right candidates, assess them effectively, and make confident hiring decisions that support your long-term goals. He

Recently a local business owner who runs a small marketing agency told me during a meeting, “ I’ve never used written contracts. Just a...

Spreadsheets. Paper rosters. Signed contracts lost in the bottom of someone’s drawer. If managing staff feels more complicated than it...

A local cafe owner recently told me she had 47 CVs sitting in her inbox, and on top of serving customers, and doing rosters and payruns,...

Most business owners don’t think about HR until they’re tied up dealing with a staff issue they didn’t see coming.  Whether it’s someone...

If you’re running a small or medium business, you’ve probably used a probationary period  clause in your employment contracts. But don’t...

Many business owners still run their workplaces based on the idea that a “standard” full-time week is 40 hours.  But is it actually...

For years, the non-compete clause has been the go-to tool for businesses wanting to protect their business, especially when staff leave....

Let’s talk about something surprisingly risky: the Fair Work Information Statement. Yes, that 1-pager you’re meant to give all new...

When was the last time you seriously looked at your employee handbook? If you're like many business owners, it might be buried in a...

Are you confident that you have correctly identified and categorised workers in your organisation? Employees, independent contractors,...

Sending a job offer email is one of the quickest ways to communicate essential job details, (think salary, days and hours of work,...

Unless you're a solopreneur, your recruitment is the cornerstone of building a successful company, yet many businesses overlook key...

If you employ casual workers, it’s important to understand the rules and responsibilities that come with it. Casual employment offers...

What is an Employee Probation Period? A probation period is a defined length of time during which the employer and the employee can...

When it comes to building a successful business, one of the most crucial decisions you'll have to make is determining the type of...

As a business owner, you know that building a successful company requires more than just a great product or service. It's the people...

8 essential tips for complying with Australian employment legislation.