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ATO makes changes to working-from-home deductions

The cents per work hour has increased from 52 cents to 67 cents, covering energy expenses, phone usage, internet, statio...

How to create new collaboration habits in a post-pandemic workplace

Regardless of the direction taken by organisations in the post-pandemic world, it’s clear that rethinking collaboration ...
insurance contract terms, insurers

Beware – running your business from home could void your home insurance

Running a business can be classed as a 'risk' in your insurer's eyes, which usually means higher premiums - failure to d...
summer break, vacation, anywhere

Tips for small-business owners who work from home on how to be productive from “anywhere”

When it comes to productivity and working remotely the old saying prior planning prevents poor performance absolutely ri...
return to office

Return to office mandates could be worsening workplace relations

There is a growing conflict between management and employees on how people should work and the future of the office and ...
spaces, downsize

Why small businesses shouldn’t downsize their office to save on rent

Small businesses should consider "unowned" or shared desk scenarios and reduce the number of individual settings in plac...
hybrid working

Back to normal doesn’t exist, so how do we adapt to the new paradigm?

In a hybrid world, it’s important to have the right tools and technology stack in place to allow your business and emplo...

Paving a path forward: how small businesses can see success post pandemic

Efficiency is about improving current business processes through automation and scale, optimising output and minimising...
Work life balance

Rituals to create work-life balance when your bedroom doubles as your office

Create boundaries such as not checking emails before 8 am or after 5 pm, setting app limits for yourself, and leaving yo...

Navigating changing work environments

Your staff are your greatest asset in business, so investing in finding the right ones, and ensuring they are happy in t...