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Getting Into The Christmas Spirit

Written by David Corbett     I enjoy reading “The Night Before Christmas” with my two sons during the holiday season. It’s a special tradition that brings us together and creates a magical experience. While reading to them this year, I thought about the challenges of delivering gifts all around the world in just one…

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The Proven Power of Prioritising Well-Being

  Once, mental health was considered an unspoken subject in the workplace. Employers felt productivity would suffer if they focused on their workers’ mental health, so they prioritised output and efficiency over their employees’ well-being. However, there has been a significant shift in this mindset in recent years. Our state of mind can have a…

The Care Minutes Scheme – Helping Improve the Quality of Care in Australia

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  Australia’s new Care Minutes scheme aims to improve the quality of care provided in aged care facilities by ensuring adequate staffing levels and enforcing mandatory care minutes in response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety’s findings.   Key Dates and New Mandates From October 1, 2023, the Care Minutes scheme…

Reducing Stress When Going to a Conference

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One of the worst things about going on holiday is that feeling of forgetting something – even when it’s just going away for a weekend. If you’re anything like me, you pack twice as many shirts as you actually need, just in case you spill every coffee or meal you have. And the stress is…

5 Ways Mobile Apps are Revolutionizing Time Tracking for Remote Workers

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Ah, the age-old art of time tracking! From the ancient sundials to the punch clocks, humans have always sought ways to measure the passing of time, especially at work. And in this digital age? It’s all about mobile apps. Let’s dive into the fascinating journey of how these apps are turning the tables for remote…

Why Time & Attendance Software Matters During Economic Uncertainty

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In times of economic uncertainty, businesses face numerous challenges, and managing their workforce efficiently becomes paramount. Employee attendance and time tracking are critical components that can significantly impact a company’s productivity and overall success. That’s where reliable and effective time and attendance software come into play. In this article, we will explore why time and…

Maximizing Productivity with Timeboxing: A Guide for Business Owners

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What is timeboxing? As business owners, managing time and increasing productivity can be challenging. One effective strategy for achieving this is timeboxing. Timeboxing is a method of allocating a specific amount of time to a specific task, with the goal of completing that task within that time frame. By breaking down tasks into manageable chunks…

5 Ways to Boost Employee Engagement and Increase Productivity

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As a business owner, it’s important to constantly strive for ways to improve employee engagement and increase productivity in the workplace. Not only will this lead to happier, more motivated employees, but it can also drive better business results.   1. Offer opportunities for growth and development Employees who feel like they are learning and…

10 Strategies for Thriving in a Competitive Business Environment

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Starting and running a business can be challenging, especially in a competitive market. It’s important to have a clear vision, stay organized, and adapt to change in order to succeed. Here are 10 strategies to help your business thrive:   1. Define your target market One of the first steps to success is to identify…