10 tips to boost the media profile for your business
As a small business, time and money are often not on your side. It is important to you to leverage your costs accordingly, and ensure that your effort is focused on projects that will yield real results. Read more.
93% of unfair dismissal cases never make it to formal hearing but at what cost?
More than 90% of unfair dismissal claims over the past year were resolved before they reached a hearing involving a Fair Work Commissioner, but experts say disputes can still cost businesses significant time and money even if they never make it to the formal hearing stage. Read more.
Mine worker sacked for alleged sexual harassment wins job back
A Queensland mine worker who was sacked after a 19-year-old colleague accused him of touching her backside and making sexual comments has won his job back after the Fair Work Commission said there was insufficient evidence. Read more.
4 Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask about the NBN
In today’s business environment, internet connectivity is often considered vital to a business’ success. Businesses rely much of their success on how well their business is connected to the rest of world through the Internet. Read more.
Mid-Year Financial Updates Review
Both the Federal and Queensland governments have released their respective mid-year budget updates, providing updated details of the fiscal outcomes for FY2017 and revised budget projections for the outlook period to FY2021. Read more.
It’s the most wonderful(ly hot) time of the year
‘Tis the season to be jolly! But unlike our northern counter parts who worry about white outs, Queensland business have a higher concern about black outs. With soaring temperatures and parts of Queensland experiencing 45 degree days this week, expect the air conditioners to be cranking. However, with electricity prices having doubled in the past decade small businesses are turning to alternatives to keeping their operational costs down this summer. Electricity bills represent a significant chunk of mum and dad small business operating budgets and will continue to exert greater pressure on profit margins as prices remain volatile and continue to rise. Read more.
CCIQ Welcomes Combined Portfolio
In the run up to the state election small businesses called for greater emphasis to be placed on skills and workforce developments and will be pleased at the announcement of a combined portfolio of Employment, Small Business and Training and Skills Development in the new Palaszczuk government. Read more.
Economic Growth Focus Welcomed
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) congratulates incoming Premier and her Labor Team on forming majority government in Queensland. Read more.
What to do with the Weinstein in your company
In the wake of the Weinstein situation, wherein over 65 women have come forth amidst allegations of sexual harassment and assault by serial predator Hervey Weinstein, communities across the globe have joined together to revolt against oppressive sexual harassment, starting the #metoo campaign, and leading to a worldwide ‘purge’ of predators across various industries and vocations. Read more.
Time magazine names 'The Silence Breakers' behind #MeToo movement as Person of the Year
Time magazine has named the social movement aimed at raising awareness about sexual harassment and assault, epitomised by the #MeToo social media hashtag, as the most influential "person" of 2017. Read more.