Image Credit: Markus WinklerYajush GuptaJanuary 20, 2022Over the last year, there have been many changes in the business world, and businesses of all sizes have learned many valuable lessons. As the pandemic continues to shape policies, business owners are looking for ways to stay ahead of the curve. In this week’s Let’s […]
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ACA SME Tracker: Positive end to the year, but SME confidence slips as COVID accelerates
Image credit: Mitchell Luo on Unsplash Heidi HeckJanuary 19, 2022Following the trend from November, SME decision-makers reported stronger sentiment data in December. Revenue, profit and employment indicators are all strengthening. Despite December’s positive outcome businesses remain cautious. Leading business market research firm ACA Research conducts the COVID-19 SME Tracker. It tracks the […]
Labour shortages force government to offer visa rebates
Source: CanvaRhea Laxmi NathJanuary 19, 2022The Australian Federal Government has announced visa rebates for international students and backpackers to address labour shortages in the country.The rebates will apply for the next eight weeks for students (who would normally pay around $650) and 12 weeks for backpackers (around $495).“(The rebates are) […]
Australia’s hiring problem: Bosses likely to face talent shortages and higher pay demands in 2022
Image Credit: Eric ProuzetYajush GuptaJanuary 19, 2022A new survey finds that a severe skills shortage is likely to take up business owners’ talent management agendas in 2022. According to recent Robert Half research, more than half (54 per cent) of Australian business leaders believe that finding qualified employees in 2022 will […]