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Start-up legal basics: Hiring employees vs hiring contractors

4:34PM | Friday, 5 April 2013 |  Some of the biggest legal traps entrepreneurs face are in the area of recruitment. If you are looking to hire your first staff, it is essential to know the difference between employees and contractors.

How can I encourage my staff not to bring their cars to work?

3:00AM | Thursday, 28 March 2013 |  Actively encouraging environmentally friendly practices among employees is an extremely commendable act for any small business owner.

I’ve got a staff member who is consistently late. Help!

9:50PM | Tuesday, 6 September 2011 |  It is time to have a critical conversation to address her behaviour.

How can I convince people to join my start-up?

2:00AM | Wednesday, 27 February 2013 |  Your colleagues probably feel secure in their current jobs, and you should probably give up trying to persuade them.

How can I poach an employee from a competitor?

6:53PM | Wednesday, 22 June 2011 |  Do your homework beforehand – trying to poach staff can become very costly if it doesn't work out.

Can I show up at a competitor's Christmas party and poach their staff?

12:00AM | Friday, 14 December 2012 |  While you might get into legal trouble by turning up to private events uninvited, using social media to poach staff has never been easier.

When you’re assembling a sales team, should you look for complementary skills?

10:20PM | Friday, 28 October 2011 |  It's generally better to hire salespeople who bring individual and complete personal qualities to the table.

Should I set a test during interviews to ascertain skills?

9:42PM | Monday, 27 September 2010 |  When accessing practical skills through an interview process, it is essential to include some form of practical testing.

What do you look for in staff to ensure they have good customer service skills?

11:50PM | Monday, 28 November 2011 |  Before you begin your interviews, make sure you list the key traits you're looking for in a staff member.

Should I hire the “generalists” or the “specialists”?

11:03PM | Monday, 15 November 2010 |  Figure out what your weaknesses are before you start the recruitment process, then hire for the long-term.
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