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Keyboard shortcuts are one of the simplest and most overlooked ways to boost productivity. Swapping clicks for key presses helps you complete everyday tasks faster and with fewer disruptions. For small business owners, managers, and busy teams, that efficiency adds up, using shortcuts can save the average user over 60 hours a year, or eight full workdays, which can be spent on more valuable work instead of repetitive clicking. Shortcuts are key combinations that manage common actions like copy/paste, switching apps, or opening new tabs, without the mouse. Learn a few that match your workflow, and you’ll save time instantly. Even something as simple as using the archive email shortcut can save…

With artificial intelligence (AI) becoming part of our everyday lives, a common question is: Can bots replace HR consultants? There is no doubt bots can be helpful. They work 24/7, don’t take breaks, and process large amounts of data quickly and cheaply. Many HR tasks like resume screening or interview scheduling are already being automated. But does that mean HR consultants are no longer needed? Not quite. Here’s why human consultants…

Small business owners are passionate about their business. Money is often not the driving force for why they do what they do. So, when some employees expect incentives or bonuses on top of their base salary it can feel a little yuck. But these reward strategies can be amazingly successful and help drive your business forward. However, be warned. Anyone who tells you that they have developed the perfect incentive plan, hasn’t shared it with their team yet. There will be some of their team members who will look for ways to maximise their earnings from the plan. Having the right Terms and Conditions clearly documented is essential to…

Even big businesses like P’Nut Street Noddles, Rock Pool, Super Retail Group and others with large HR departments have recently been fined for underpaying employees. It breaks Impact HR’s heart that our small and medium sized businesses are at risk of Criminal Wage Theft legislation that’s been introduced on January 1, 2025. That’s why we are making Award Summaries available FOR FREE for all business owners to access…

Make the most out of your Tax Deductions! Businesses may be able to claim an immediate deduction for expenses through the temporary full expensing measure. This allows a business to claim an immediate deduction for new assets if they have a turnover of less than…

Superannuation increases from 11.5% to 12% effective July 1, 2025. If you pay a super-inclusive package, you will need to ensure you are correctly adjusting amount of superannuation being paid into each employee’s superannuation fund and communicating appropriately the amount they receive as their take-home pay. Employers that pay a super-exclusive package will need to…

In a Micro business (one with less than 5 employees) every dollar count, and time is money as the saying goes.  So, at this time of year when there are extra administration and governance burdens on business owners, it is important to save time and effort where you can.  The ATO has put together a…

If you are responsible for payroll in your organisation, it’s time to complete Single Touch Payroll processes for 2023-2024 Financial Year. Remember it is due by the 14th July 2024 so that the ATO can pre-populate the income assessments and employees can start to lodge their taxes. If you are a micro business (1-4 employees) and…

In recent years, Australia has seen a noticeable rise in Workers’ Compensation claims, driven by increased employee awareness and stronger workplace safety regulations. As part of this process, factual investigations are becoming more common to ensure the employee’s account aligns with that of the employer and the conditions of the workplace. It’s common for insurers to appoint a workers’ compensation investigator to speak with employers and gather relevant information. As an employer, your cooperation and the accuracy of your statement are vital. Inaccurate or incomplete information can significantly impact the outcome of a claim. Here are key points…