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Why banks are now chasing your SME clients
Australia’s big banks and non-bank lenders have a new focus: small business. This pivot is driving competition and improving access to finance for SMEs.
Fact, fiction and the ledger: what pop culture gets right (and wrong) about accountants
At a glance From Affleck's deadly accountant to Marty Byrde's money laundering, Hollywood loves financial professionals with dark secrets. Films...
5 common mistakes BAS agents can’t afford to make
At a glance BAS agents face growing compliance expectations. Late lodgments, outdated documentation and unchecked client data are key pitfalls. ...
How to win at the name game
Image: “Barber Streisand" by Duncan Cumming is licenced under CC BY-NC 2.0 At a glance Your business name can be a powerful marketing...
Compliance to advisory: How to manage the transition
The efficiency gains from automation and artificial intelligence (AI) has shifted strategic advice from a nice-to-have to a must-have client...
Employee vs contractor: what the ATO’s new draft ruling means for small business
At a glance New guidance clarifies the difference between employee and contractor status. Contracts are now at the centre of worker...
4 areas to turbocharge your professional growth in finance
At a glance Artificial intelligence (AI) is creating clear winners, with tech-savvy firms growing 50% faster than peers. Sought-after finance...
The hidden costs of free advice and how to avoid them
For public accountants, time is money. Yet many find themselves constantly giving away expertise and advice for free. Quick queries,...
5 digital note-takers every accountant should know
At a glance Digital note-taking tools help accountants create "second brains" to manage information overload. From Notion's powerful databases...
10 steps to ensure efficient client onboarding
Securing new clients is exhilarating, but that excitement can swiftly turn to frustration if you mishandle the onboarding process. Poor...
Small business the key to unlocking productivity growth
Image: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas Small businesses contribute $483 billion to the economy, equating to 33 per cent of Australia's GDP and employing...
