Issue 125 April 2017

This is a question I have been asked too many times to count. So how did I end up in recruitment? How does anyone? My answer to this is like many others in the profession…I stumbled into it and put simply….it just fits. A more constructive question however would be, what have I gained from the experience, and why would...

PCA People was established in 1983 and since then we have achieved an enviable reputation. We are Canberra's longest serving recruitment agency, committed to providing our clients with a personalised service. We are a values driven business, who work with you to meet your recruitment needs. In 2013 DFP Recruitment purchased PCA People, providing us advanced resources, further coverage, and...

Upcoming travel is a common reason that prompts people into making a Will. If you are currently counting down for a holiday, here are a few things to think about - Do you have a Will? Having a valid Will ensures that your assets will go to your chosen beneficiaries after your death. If you die without a Will, your...

The Annual Charity Golf Day, recently held in March, is Hays Canberra's biggest client event of the year. In 2017, it was held at Federal Golf Club, and is a great way for Hays to thank their clients and to raise money for charity. "All money raised was in aid of our national charity partner, Make-A-Wish Australia. The event was...

To remain viable, any company needs to ensure that it is able to meet its debts when they are due, and to allow enough working capital for future financial obligations. Definitions: Insolvency, Insolvent trading and Liquidation Insolvency occurs when a company is unable to pay its debts when and as they fall due for payment. Once a company becomes insolvent,...

The Insolvency Law Reform Act 2016 (ILRA), and associated Schedules and Rules, came into force on 1 March 2017 and delivers sweeping changes to the Australian insolvency regime. Whilst implementation of the majority of operational measures is delayed until 1 September 2017, the 1 March measures contain an interesting amendment. Until the ILRA, liquidators were prohibited from assigning the right...

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) make up 60% of the nation's cybercrime victims, and it's not hard to see why. SMBs are often unaware of the threats they face and are not sure how to defend themselves without spending a fortune. Unfortunately, these factors make them very likely victims of ransomware. Ransomware is a type of unwanted software that can...

1. Understanding your rights and obligations The legislation governing rights and obligations varies for each state in Australia. Including everything from bond, rent collection, lease length and the rights and obligations of owners and tenants under the tenancy agreements. The big issue for landlords in Canberra is safety. It is vital that a landlord ensures the safety of their property....

I'm sure you will agree that Canberra has experienced a boon of new apartment developments in the past few years. You don't have to cast your gaze too far to see that this trend is not going to change much in the coming years. With substantial development of the Northbourne corridor combined with the significant precincts marked for further supply...

There is no shame in seeking 'wise Counsel' as humans we are meant to be tribal. In today's world, there is much disconnection between humans. We are not getting the Touch, Feel, Eye to Eye, contact with each other that we need. These are just a few senses that instil positive human feelings, resulting in clearer decision making. We have...

Some people say, they have spent money on Google Adwords, but it didn't work for them or someone tried using Facebook advertising for their business and it did not give them any business. I often come across businesses with such issues and I believe the solution is as simple as understanding the advertising platforms better. So, I have put together...

Australian companies, individuals and Australian government agencies will soon have new responsibilities for data breaches occurring anywhere in the world. The new laws will impact directly on Australian organisations involved in the collection and use of personal data, and indirectly on overseas businesses offering cloud services and data storage for Australian organisations. If an organisation suspects that personal information under...

They say cash is king. Find out how to give yours the royal treatment. There's a golden rule in business: No matter how much you sell, if you don't collect the money, you're going to go out of business. As business owners, we often get so wrapped up in selling our products and services that we forget to take the...