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Date: 05/03/2010

Do you employ staff? The Federal Government, through its Fair Work Australia legislation, has altered the rules of employee engagement and there are fines and penalties for those who don't comply.Do you employ staff? The Federal Government, through i

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STARTING A BUSINESS

55 Twitter tips

Like any medium that captures the public imagination, Twitter brings a myriad of opportunities to strengthen customer relationships and build brands and businesses. But not all tweets are equal - and because Twitter allows users to choose whether to

Survival of the fittest

Whether it's cashflow problems, piles of debt or an attack from a competitor, many businesses have a near-death story to tell. Many of these incidents happen during the start-up phase, when SMEs are still finding their feet...

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GROWING A BUSINESS

The power of CRM

Australian companies spend the majority of their time trying to find the best way to convert occasional customers into loyal devotees. And while it sounds like a tall order, changing customer behaviour isn't as difficult as you might think.

Order in the house

It's important to be organised so that you can keep your business under control. Here are some tips to ensure your business runs smoothly.

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