AI Now in Charge: Major Franchise Brand Replaces CEO with AI
Jim Penman, founder and head of the Jim’s Group, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest franchise network, has just taken an extraordinary step: replacing himself as CEO…
Category: Small Business News
How to Turn Your Website into a Lead Magnet
In today’s digital-first business environment, your website is more than a digital brochure — it’s a frontline sales tool. Yet many Australian small and medium…
Why Sick Leave Stigma Is Hurting Your Business More Than You Think
New national data from people2people Recruitment reveals a troubling trend for Australian workplaces: rising illness-related pressure is leading more employees to work while sick —…
Is There Anything AI Can’t Do for Your Business? What Work AI Shouldn’t Do…
Artificial Intelligence is becoming a valuable tool for many small and medium-sized businesses across Australia. From handling admin tasks to managing customer enquiries, AI offers…
Why Gig Workers Are Facing Hefty Tax Bills in 2025
Australian gig economy workers could be in for an unwelcome surprise this tax season, as sweeping changes to income reporting laws take effect. According to…
Why Smart Business Owners Keep Making Bad Decisions — And How to Break the Cycle
Running a small business in Australia has never been easy — but in today’s climate of economic pressure, rapid change, and information overload, the cost…
Aussie Workers Have Already Lost 2 Weeks in 2025 to Pointless Meetings, Research Reveals
As the new financial year approaches, many business leaders are turning their attention to productivity — and a new study suggests one simple but overlooked…
Why Small-to-Medium Businesses Risk Missing Out on $20K Tax Break Before EOFY
As June 30 fast approaches, many Australian small and medium businesses are focused on tax compliance and reporting. But according to Moneytech’s Head of Group…
Calm Under Fire: How Successful People Navigate Stressful Colleagues and Clients
In the high-pressure world of business, stress is inevitable — but dealing with stressful people is an entirely different challenge. Whether it’s a difficult client,…
When Good Leaders Go Bad: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Poor Management
Bad bosses are often the stars of our favourite TV shows and films — think of Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada or Bill…