Management
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Management advice, news and tips from Australia's best business start-up mentors and journalists. StartupSmart's management section features information and advice for business start-ups and people looking to start a business. |
Friday, 19 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
A new report released by the Business Council of Australia reveals Victorian start-ups are in Australia’s most business-friendly state in terms of regulatory burden.
Friday, 19 November 2010
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By
The Taskmaster
One of the things that most distresses me when I meet entrepreneurs is that some have very little idea about the numbers that sit behind their business.
Friday, 19 November 2010
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By
Kate Sallai
Life is a shipwreck but we must not forget to sing in the lifeboats.
Thursday, 18 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Western Australian state government party has rejected a Bill that would’ve placed extra regulations upon the franchise industry.
Thursday, 18 November 2010
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By
Ms Manners
Public speaking, interviews and small chat should all come down to one question: How do I want to portray myself?
Thursday, 18 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
According to a leading academic, employers should tolerate their staff using online forums to shop and socialise at work because they make up for it at home.
Wednesday, 17 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Small businesses offering paid parental leave have been urged to start preparing for July 1, 2011, when employers will be required to distribute payments to eligible employees.
Wednesday, 17 November 2010
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By
The Taskmaster
Businesses are always trying to cut costs. Why don’t you try outsourcing it… to your staff?
Tuesday, 16 November 2010
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By
Taskmaster
Your staff will all be expecting (and perhaps slightly dreading) your speech, but doing a little something extra will make the thank you a bit more memorable and meaningful.
Tuesday, 16 November 2010
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By
Kate Sallai
No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.
Monday, 15 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Fair Work Ombudsman is urging start-ups to review employees’ pay rates after a Queensland business was fined nearly $70,000 for underpaying a worker.
Monday, 15 November 2010
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By
Kate Sallai
People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.
Friday, 12 November 2010
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By
Ms Manners
I was at a formal boardroom lunch the other day when I got up to leave the table and put my serviette on my plate.
Friday, 12 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Franchise Council of Australia hits back at claims that it has been “scaremongering” over the controversial WA Franchising Bill.
Friday, 12 November 2010
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By
The Taskmaster
Obviously your online Taskmaster can’t be everywhere at once, so why not consider setting your own assistant taskmaster in your office, or workplace.
Thursday, 11 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Start-ups look set to benefit from the latest employment figures, which show more people are looking for full-time and part-time work.
Thursday, 11 November 2010
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By
The Taskmaster
Many SMEs have a strange and sometimes strained relationship with their suppliers, and for one very good reason – suppliers can make or break a business.
Thursday, 11 November 2010
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By
Kate Sallai
To be wronged is nothing unless you continue to remember it.
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
HR expert says start-ups should prioritise outcomes over hours worked to attract and retain staff.
Tuesday, 09 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Australian Industry Group is urging employers to act now to avoid facing public holiday chaos over the Christmas period.
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