Arnold & Finlay Blog
OR, WHY DOESN'T OUR MARKETING WORK ANYMORE?
This is not about what types of marketing to do, or the '20 rules for a perfect website', or anything too deep or specialised. What I am talking about are the three relentless trends I see disrupting all marketing strategies. Read more…
(And, some options to consider)
Wages
The minimum wage will increase by 3.5% from 1 July 2018, lifting weekly rates by around $24.30 to $719.20 per week (might vary slightly according to the applicable Award). Read more…
… or, The Mathematics of Profit.
Maths might be one of your pet hates, but I promise to keep it simple. (Secret – I'm not that fussed on it as a subject either). Read more…
Good for you! (Stop bragging).
Whether yes or no, there is a lesson to be learned from those who do when it comes to marketing yourself. Read more…
The Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year ends on 31 March. We've outlined the key hot spots for employers and employees. Read more…
You may not be affected by either of these (yet), but it pays to be aware of obligations. This is a reminder of two ATO matters coming up; lodging payroll data electronically to the ATO, and fringe benefits tax. Read more…
Generally, a fringe benefit arises where a business or employer makes a vehicle available to an employee for private use. However, it may be an exempt benefit if the employer limits the use to work-related travel and private use that is 'minor, infrequent and irregular'. Read more…
Blockchain is the technology behind bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The essential benefit will be the disruption it will bring to industry. For example, the ASX is preparing to use blockchain to replace its Chess system (and eliminate brokers), Banks are looking to reduce documentation and service levels (no comment!), and it will reduce the need for solicitors and conveyancers. Read more…
Welcome to 2018! To set the tone for the year I'd like to consider 3 issues, and show how they fit together. Read more…
The Growth Paradox is annoyingly simple. It is the belief that as you grow a business and take on more clients, team members and business systems that things should get easier. (Note "should"!) What happens is that things will get more complicated/difficult/harder (choose one, or all!). Read more…