Setting deadlines for yourself whether for work or for personal goals is often encouraged so that you can effectively manage your time. However, it is difficult to hold yourself accountable. You can take the following steps to set deadlines for yourself which you are more likely to meet. Analyse the situation carefully: Think about how…
Small businesses rely on their digital presence to attract new customers and stay afloat. This is because Google search helps attract customers outside the immediate local area so that businesses can gain more exposure than they otherwise would. If Google pulls its search function in Australia, then this will cause a significant decline in the…
When buying a home, there are some things to look out for which add value to a property and will help you make more profit down the line. If you are tossing up between two properties, here are things to consider that give one an edge over the other: Quality of surrounding homes: Having a…
Webinars are online conferences that have become much easier to host with technological advances. They are also cheaper and, if used correctly, can be beneficial for your business. Build brand authority and trust Giving potential and current customers the opportunity to speak directly to you allows for transparency which can improve trust. During the seminar…
People often perceive asking for help as a weakness, but sometimes, asking for help demonstrates strength. It shows self-awareness and a willingness to learn and grow. If you find yourself in the following situations, you should consider asking for assistance: You don’t know what you’re doing This sounds straightforward, but if you’ve been given a…
n Australia-wide survey asked employees what benefits they would most want from their employers. The following are the top 10 benefits: Flexible working Discounts on electricity, gas and water Continued education options Petrol discounts Free meals Supermarket discounts Mental wellness initiatives Subsidised massages, yoga, and gym memberships Special company deals on loans, mortgages, health insurance…
Many Australians ignore the decision of choosing investments for their super and often end up in the ‘default’ option as they make no effort to choose otherwise. Default options that aim for ‘balanced’ or ‘growth’ investments tend to have 60-80% of funds invested in shares and property. This approach for investment is based on the…
Amounts which are not classified as income are split into 3 categories. Exempt income This is income that you do not pay tax on, although, some exempt income may be taken into account when determining: Tax losses of earlier income years that you can deduct Adjusted taxable income of dependants Some examples include certain Government…