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Two professionals shaking hands in a modern office while discussing employment terms and pay arrangements.

Loaded pay rates: a tempting handshake that can land you in serious trouble

At a franchisor presentation last night, a franchisee asked me a question that I suspect plays out in workplaces across Australia every single day. A promising candidate negotiates a higher hourly rate. The employer agrees — and to keep things simple, says the rate also covers the tool allowance and annual leave loading. Everyone shakes […]

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Wooden blocks stacked to represent the process of hiring a first employee for a small business, including planning, recruitment, onboarding, development and retention.

Hiring your first employee: what start-ups and small businesses need to get right

Small Business HR, Uncategorized / Claire Harrison

The cost of a bad first hire isn’t just the salary. It’s the months of distraction, the lost momentum, the awkward exit conversation, and the moment you find yourself doing the work yourself again — except now you’re paying someone else to not quite do it. After 17 years of working with small businesses and

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Employment Contracts: Top 14 Employment Contract Tips

Uncategorized / Claire Harrison

https://youtu.be/-JYaweQwefY?si=2HO2Hb2QWFWv6hlBEmployment contracts are crucial for defining the relationship between employers and employees. They set out the terms and conditions of employment, ensuring clarity and legal compliance. Here are the top 14 tips for drafting effective employment contracts: Understand Industrial Instruments: Most employees in Australia are covered by modern awards or enterprise agreements. It’s essential to

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