Avoiding fines for hiring an illegal worker

Avoiding fines for hiring an illegal worker

Making sure you get the right employees with the right documentation is non-negotiable. At Signature Staff, we are pleased to employ individuals who hold Working Holiday Visas, Student Visas, or other visas that grant full working rights in Australia. We offer a range...
Employee or Contractor – What’s the difference?

Employee or Contractor – What’s the difference?

As business is becoming more and more competitive, more Australian employers turn to flexible and intuitive ways to cut costs and maximise profits. It is tempting to toss the shackles of traditional employment in the bin and engage individuals as independent...
How to Achieve More by Doing Less

How to Achieve More by Doing Less

“Why does time go so slowly?” This was the question that my son was asking me, the interesting thing is he was absolutely serious. It made me realise at some stage we go from being children that wished time would go quicker so we can celebrate an event or reach a...
The Good Listener Trap

The Good Listener Trap

In every workplace, there is at least one person who everyone gravitates to for a grizzle and to get problems off their chest. I call them the “resident listener” AKA “the peacemaker”. The resident listener is highly trustworthy, they make...

HOW TO HANDLE EMPLOYEE MISCONDUCT

From time to time, employers have to deal with allegations of employee misconduct.  Handling these allegations can be stressful, unpleasant and disruptive.  For the employer, it is also important to deal with it properly to minimise the risk of costly and protracted...