In August this year, the federal government made changes to Australian workplace legislation. These recent employment law changes will impact many businesses around the country, including small and medium businesses.

BizCover has been selected by Insurance Business Magazine as a Top Insurance Employer for 2024.

Starting a self-employed business and operating as a self-employed business owner has many advantages, and for some individuals it can be the perfect fit. But self-employment is certainly not for everyone.

From offering flexible working conditions to championing cultural and diversity initiatives, BizCover has been named a Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business (IB) for the second year in a row.

Are you considering starting your own business? Are you truly ready? Before you start a self-employed venture, know it is essential to have an entrepreneurial spirit and limitless passion. You also should be willing to work alone, perhaps for longer hours than you would in a traditional 9-to-5 job.

Becoming a self-employed small business owner is a dream for many Aussies. The freedom of being your own boss, doing something you love every day, and the flexibility of hours are just some of the many reasons why. Through some simple planning, staying organised and setting goals, making that self-employment dream may be achievable.

Your business is booming. Orders are coming in faster than you can fill them, and the late nights are starting to pile up. You’re ready to bring someone on board. But can you hire staff as a sole trader?

By Alex Cheng – Lawpath

Starting a sole trader business and operating as a sole trader can be very liberating. In fact, more than 10% of Australia’s workforce are sole business owners or managers.

So, your trade small business is looking into hiring a tradie apprentice. This is great news for the candidates who may fill the role of your first apprentice, but it’s also great news for your business.