Resigning as an employee is fairly straightforward. Obvious, even. Give formal notice, bide your time and then ride off into the sunset. But how on earth should resigning as a company director unfold? And what are a director’s liabilities after resignation? To answer these questions, we’ll turn...

Casual, by definition, means relaxed and unconcerned. But ironically, the uncertain nature of casual employment has led to concern for workers all around Australia. So much so that it prompted a legislative shake-up on March 27, 2021 – leading to a new definition of casual employee. Whether you...

Some things just work better in pairs. Like hot chocolate and marshmallows. Movies and popcorn. Sundays and sleep-ins. And of course, businesses and solid workplace policies.   A carefully crafted workplace policy sets expectations around staff behaviour, while ensuring that employers comply with...

Businesses are living organisms. To survive, they need inputs. Sustenance. Funds. Organic revenue is the most natural and convenient food for your business, but at some point, you might need to seek funding elsewhere. So, how do you raise capital and what are the rules you need to be aware of?...

For Founders seeking cost-effective ways to raise capital, convertible notes (“C-Notes”) may be the way to go. They’re quick, simple and relatively cheap - but worth understanding before jumping in headfirst. Today we explain what C-Notes are and how they work, while debunking some common...

For businesses affected by COVID-19, one of the most important issues to consider is what to do about staff. Do you tap into JobKeeper or negotiate leave, modify roles or make people redundant? These decisions weigh heavily on even the most experienced business owners. If you’re grappling with...

Paying back debts during a pandemic can feel impossible. The fear of being chased, served or held personally liable for company loans. The good news is, there’s a new safety net for directors and individuals which takes the pressure off managing debts (and creditors) in this tricky time. It’s...

Are you a commercial tenant? Are you across the new commercial leasing principles that apply during COVID-19? They’ve been released to ease the burden on business owners hit hard by the pandemic, offering significant reductions in rent and other financial advantages. The thing is, you’ll need...

If you’ve been on the edge of your seat waiting for the government to set their JobKeeper promises in stone, wait no more. In the last 24 hours, important bills to help Aussies stay afloat have become law, representing $130 billion worth of hope for Australian businesses and the people who rely...

As we move deeper into COVID-19, rent is the million dollar question.   How are pandemic-affected business owners expected to cover rent? And what will landlords do if their tenants can’t pay?   Short of footing the collective bill, the PM this week announced a mandatory code of conduct based on ...