The federal government has solidified its plans to expand flexible working standards, with Prime Minister Julia Gillard confirming legislati…
The federal government has solidified its plans to expand flexible working standards, with Prime Minister Julia Gillard confirming legislati…
Over the weekend, the renowned make-up artist and cosmetic company entrepreneur Napoleon Perdis caused quite a stir with the common sense su…
Small business has expressed its hesitation over the federal government’s planned expansion of flexible workplace laws, saying they could th…
Yesterday, I outlined why it’s a good idea, especially in a small early stage start-up, to have your staff spend one day per week or per f…
An expert has highlighted some of the challenges of hiring immigrant franchisees, after Retail Food Group said more than 50% of its successf…
The Fair Work Ombudsman today announced a new focus on educating employers and employees about the legitimacy of schemes for unpaid work exp…
One of the toughest challenges in business is persuading potential customers to part with their cash. Make no mistake about it; sales can be…
Yesterday we looked at how the economy would fare if the Coalition’s broad economic and fiscal policies — to the extent that we know…
The vexed issue of getting legal help often comes down to two key questions for start-ups – when do you get it and can you afford it? Unfo…
Last week, Old Taskmaster suggested it was time to write to a few pollies ahead of the next election. Well, over the weekend, I decide…
Employees. I tell you what, some days it like they have a mind of their own! Running a business would be so much easier and less stres…
The 2013 federal election has been called for September 14. Last night, Old Taskmaster went down to the cellars under the Taskmaster R…
