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.
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COVID-19 vaccinations and your workers: update
The Government has announced new legislation to guide decisions on what work needs vaccination.
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.
COVID-19 vaccinations: Q+A for employers
Our last article about COVID-19 vaccinations and employees generated a lot of questions from you, so we called in the experts to answer some of them.
Flexi-wage support to hire and re-skill employees
The Flexi-wage employment programme can help businesses pay and support employees while they gain skills for a job.
COVID-19 vaccinations and your workers
See what you can and can’t do when it comes to COVID-19 vaccinations and your workers.
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.
Cash and other support: COVID-19 summary for small businesses
Wage subsidies. Low-interest loans. Tax relief. Help with rent disputes. This round-up of government support helps you find what’s available for your business.
Paid parental leave is changing
Paid parental leave is extending from 22 to 26 weeks starting 1 July 2020. Here’s what you need to know.
Negotiation tips when hiring
Think beyond money to find the best candidate. Flexibility, personal development and culture can be huge draws.
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.
Make your next hire a new graduate
Graduates compete for good jobs, and employers compete for good candidates. It helps to understand their needs and what they’re looking for in a job.
Personal information: What it is and how to protect it
Privacy laws are changing. This may affect information you collect about staff and/or customers. Check what information your business can and can’t ask for.
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.
How to attract great summer staff
Spring is the summer hiring season. Get a head start with these tips on recruiting top-notch seasonal staff – and the paperwork you’ll need.
It’s a wrap: Preparing your business for Christmas
The Christmas run-up can be frantic for small business owners. Here’s a quick guide to claiming Christmas expenses and rules relating to staff leave.
Bonuses and tax: How to get it right
Thinking of rewarding a star player? Here’s a step-by-step guide to working out the PAYE tax on lump sum payments, plus other deductions you may need to make.
Host responsibly this festive season
Tips to help you look after your staff while ensuring everyone has a great time.
Accommodation for workers: what you need to know
By law, anyone working for you in return for food or accommodation is most likely an employee. You may also be their landlord.
Busting five myths about disabled employees
There are some misconceptions that keep employers from considering them when hiring. We debunk five of them.