Resilience: Tips for small business owners
We asked an expert for mental wellbeing tips tailored for small business owners and sole traders.
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Money and your mental health
Your mental and financial wellbeing are often inter-connected and if one is not going well, it can really impact the other.
COVID-19: Workplace vaccinations
Some businesses or organisations may be able to offer workplace COVID-19 vaccinations.
Dealing with false or misleading vaccine information in your workplace
Getting vaccinated is a personal choice, but if you want to support your employees to make informed decisions, make sure they know where to find the facts.
Travelling in a bubble
The travel bubbles with Australia and the Cook Islands have opened up quarantine-free travel, but it doesn’t come without risk.
Impostor syndrome: Feeling like a fraud
Many small business owners struggle with the fear that their success is down to luck rather than hard work or talent.
COVID-19 vaccinations and your workers
See what you can and can’t do when it comes to COVID-19 vaccinations and your workers.
Health and safety: Free assessment tool
Every business needs to involve its people in keeping everyone safe and healthy. The SafePlus online tool helps you see what works well and what can improve.
Talking with your team about uncertain times
Change and uncertainty can take their toll on a business and its people. Here’s a round-up of tips and helpful resources from those in the know.
Boss burnout: Spot warning signs in yourself
Learn to spot warning signs and pick up tips to improve your wellbeing. Your health and happiness — and your business — will benefit.
Supporting a return to work after illness or injury
Sometimes employees need time off because they’re unwell or must deal with a range of life situations. Here’s how you can support them during that time.
Working solo : Tips to stay mentally well
If you work alone or in a small team, it can be easy to neglect your own wellbeing. Here are some ways to keep you feeling well and connected.
Keeping outdoor workers safe in the sun
If you have employees who work outside, it’s important to manage how much ultraviolet (UV) radiation they are exposed to.
Food safety: New tools for food rules
It’s getting easier, faster and more affordable to meet your food safety requirements.
Insurance for home-based businesses
If you work from home, household insurance may not be enough to cover your business. Here’s what to think about to ensure you’re protected.
Rental properties: New laws now in effect
New healthy homes standards became law on 1 July. Check what’s required and what you need to do next.
Minimising and managing workplace stress
Stress at work is normal but needs to be identified, minimised and managed. Read on for tips to keep you and your employees healthy and well.
New healthy homes standards for rental properties
New healthy homes standards for rental properties will improve heating, insulation, ventilation, and drainage, reduce moisture, and stop draughts.
Sexual harassment — identify and manage the risk
As an employer, you’re responsible for dealing with sexual harassment at work. Use WorkSafe’s toolkit to help you understand and manage this risk.
New law helps people affected by domestic violence
A new law introduces paid leave for employees affected by domestic violence. It comes into effect in April 2019 — find out your responsibilities as an employer.