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Find some passion in an employee
7:06PM | Tuesday, 31 July 2012 | TaskmasterIf you’re a company founder, hiring employees who are as passionate about your business as you are can be difficult. That being said, there is a simple way to spot passion in a potential employee.
Start-ups urged to address “low level sexism”
7:33PM | Thursday, 26 July 2012 | Michelle HammondBusinesses are being urged to address “low level sexism” in the workplace, after a Melbourne Business School report found companies only have policies to target “overt” sexual harassment.
Startup Genome highlights crucial role of domain experts
7:29PM | Thursday, 26 July 2012 | Michelle HammondThe Startup Genome has released the second instalment of its findings on transformational entrepreneurship, including why start-ups should include a domain expert in their founding team.
Five sectors set to thrive beyond the mining boom
7:15PM | Thursday, 26 July 2012 | Oliver MilmanSome analysts have predicted Australia’s mining boom is nearing an end. So which emerging industries are set to pick up the slack when the boom goes bust? BY OLIVER MILMAN.
Give some referrals
7:59PM | Wednesday, 13 July 2011 | TaskmasterAs entrepreneurs, we love receiving referrals from suppliers and customers. But are you as gracious in giving them out as you are in receiving them?
Devise a system for reporting bad behaviour
7:15PM | Wednesday, 20 July 2011 | TaskmasterHaving a formal process through which staff can report suspected unethical behaviour is crucial in any business. Just ask Rupert Murdoch.
Find out what happens to customers when you’re busy
7:00AM | Friday, 20 July 2012 | TaskmasterWhat happens to your customers when they visit your store or contact your business by email? If you don't know, it’s time to become a secret shopper.
ATO highlights focus areas for 2012/13: Sham contracting high on its list
7:36PM | Thursday, 19 July 2012 | Michelle HammondThe Australian Taxation Office has released its 2012/13 compliance program, with information for individuals and micro enterprises, prompting another warning about sham contracting.
Re-energise by doing more work
7:59PM | Thursday, 19 July 2012 | TaskmasterDo you feel lethargic by the time Thursday and Friday roll around? It’s time to boost your energy levels by reviewing your schedule.
Hairdressing salons in hot water for discrimination, underpayments
7:57PM | Monday, 16 July 2012 | Michelle HammondHairdressing salons are being urged to review their workplace obligations after the Fair Work Ombudsman fined a Perth salon for discriminating against a disabled, pregnant employee.
The four key steps to making your first hire
7:37PM | Monday, 16 July 2012 | Fred SchebestaCongratulations, your start-up has grown to the point you need to hire someone. Here’s how to make sure you end up with the right candidate for your business. BY FRED SCHEBESTA.
Australians unlikely to tolerate employer access to social media profiles: Report
7:00AM | Monday, 16 July 2012 | Michelle HammondEmployees in the Asia-Pacific region are least likely to tolerate employer access to private social media content, according to a global survey, with 64% voicing their disapproval over the idea.
Put some effort into performance reviews
7:57PM | Friday, 13 July 2012 | TaskmasterDo your some of your staff think performance reviews are a waste of time? It’s time to change their minds.
Tell someone your story
7:58PM | Thursday, 12 July 2012 | TaskmasterLast week, I made a presentation about Taskmaster Enterprises at a business lunch. Here’s why it was perhaps the most important thing I did all week.
Revealed: The top three skills needed to build a personal brand
7:49PM | Wednesday, 11 July 2012 | Michelle HammondNegotiation skills, networking and leadership development are considered the three most valuable skills required to build an individual’s personal brand, according to a new survey.
Take the temperature of the office
7:00AM | Thursday, 5 July 2012 | TaskmasterDoes your office need a morale boost? Time to take the temperature of your work place and find out.
Welcome to the new financial year – here’s 10 things that have changed
6:16PM | Friday, 29 June 2012 | Oliver MilmanGetting your head around all the new financial year legal changes can be a struggle. To make it easier for you, we’ve compiled the 10 biggest changes you must know about this year. BY OLIVER MILMAN.
Tackle a perfectionist
6:13AM | Friday, 29 June 2012 | James ThomsonPerfection is overrated, but action isn’t. If there's a perfectionist in your organisation holding up progress, it might be time to have a word with them.
Government introduces paid paternity leave – and businesses don't have to pay
6:41PM | Thursday, 28 June 2012 | Patrick StaffordThe government has introduced two weeks of paid paternity leave and business doesn't have to be the scheme's paymaster.
How to muscle up your new business
6:20PM | Wednesday, 27 June 2012 | Marc PeskettIf you want to strengthen and grow your start-up, there are exercises that must become part of your business routine. Here are the five major managerial muscles you must flex. BY MARC PESKETT.
