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What does the new Employee Tax Incentive Bill mean for your business?

Unemployment is a big problem in South Africa. So it's no wonder that government has finally stepped in to reverse the high levels that affect the youth. How? By making sure its new Employee Tax Incentive Bill comes into effect. And it will, the minute 2014 ushers in. Here's what you need to know [read more...]

Research finds that absenteeism is the reason South Africa's losing its competitive edge

New research has found that South Africa's losing its competitive edge. And it's all thanks to absenteeism. That's just the tip of the tip of the iceberg. There are other worrying trends when it comes to sick leave abuse in the workplace. Here are the details of the study... [read more...]

New B-BBEE codes unveiled! Find out what this means for your business...

Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies has unveiled the new Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) codes of good practice. Davies announced the new codes yesterday at the B-BBEE summit in Midrand. Reports suggest the codes will be published in the Government Gazette on October 11. Read on [read more...]

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  • Use these four checklists to guarantee successful induction this January!
  • Do you have new employees joining you this January? If so, make sure you induct them correctly into your company. Why? Doing so will help ensure they're more productive and effective quicker. Use these four checklists to guarantee successful induction...... ››› more
  • [06 January 2014]
  • Revealed: The dangers of Internet abuse by employees and how to protect your business
  • Your communication systems are central to the effectiveness of your business, but misuse of the Internet has become a huge problem, with many employees abusing this business tool. Read on to discover the dangers of employee Internet abuse and how to protect your business.... ››› more
  • [02 January 2014]
  • Staff loyalty: Use these 14 tips to increase job satisfaction
  • The best way to retain valuable staff members is to build their loyalty to your company. How do you do this? Increase job satisfaction by using these fourteen tips...... ››› more
  • [19 December 2013]
  • What sort of policies and procedures should you consider having?
  • If you're an employer, you know all too well that you need to have policies and procedures in place. But, do you know the type of policies and procedures you should consider having? Read on to find out...... ››› more
  • [17 December 2013]
  • What's the purpose of an employment contract?
  • As you know, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) requires you to give your employee a written contract of employment. But what's the purpose of an employment contract? Read on to find out so you can comply with the BCEA.... ››› more
  • [09 December 2013]
  • Exempt Income: 23 Absolute exemptions you can take advantage of
  • Exempt income is income you can exclude when you calculate your income tax. You can exclude exempt income from your tax calculation when it meets one of these 23 conditions...... ››› more
  • [04 December 2013]
  • Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning: Six people to include in your team
  • An emergency can be extremely disruptive to production and other aspects of your business. Disruptions translate into loss. But you can reduce the possible loss to your business if you plan and organise your emergency procedures with the assistance of the correct emergency equipment. In addition to this, be sure to include these six people in your emergency team.... ››› more
  • [31 October 2013]
  • Are you SURE your alcohol policy is in line with your company's needs?
  • Alcohol abuse is all too common in the workplace. Fortunately, having an alcohol policy is the first step if you want to eliminate the problem. That's why you need to ensure your alcohol policy suits your company's needs.... ››› more
  • [31 October 2013]
  • Use security cameras in your workplace? Make sure you comply with the Privacy Act
  • Security cameras are a useful tool in terms of keeping your premises secure. While this may be the case, you still have to comply with the Privacy Act. Read on to find out what the Act says so you can comply.... ››› more
  • [17 October 2013]
  • Watch out! The office Big Brother's watching you...
  • Can you install security cameras without your employee's knowing? Yes, you can install security cameras. And let's be honest, who wouldn't like to catch a thieving employee red-handed on camera? It'll save you heaps of time when it comes to proving that he stole from you.... ››› more
  • [10 October 2013]
  • What offences constitute misconduct?
  • According to media reports, Top Billing presenter Bonang Matheba and 5FM's Poppy Ntshongwana recently got into a physical fight in Ibiza. The Sunday Sun alleges that it's the girl's jealousy over DJ Euphonik that triggered the violent brawl. DJ Euphonik and Matheba are dating. The report also alleges that the two women used to be good friends, but Matheba became jealous of Ntshongwana's friendship with Euphonik when she apparently realised he has a 'soft spot' for her. While this may be hot news for gossip columns, fighting at work is an offence that constitutes misconduct. Read on to discover the other offences.... ››› more
  • [09 October 2013]
  • Do you know how to attract and keep the right employees?
  • Employee surveys show that there are a number of factors that attract them to a position or company. Knowing what these factors are will help ensure you attract and retain key staff. Read on to find out what they are...... ››› more
  • [03 October 2013]
  • Have contractors working for you? Here's what you must do in terms of COID
  • You probably know that Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases (COID) is a government body that compensates workers who've been injured at work or who have contracted an illness or disease at work. But do you know what the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) says you must do if you have contractors working for you? Read on to find out so you can comply...... ››› more
  • [01 October 2013]
  • Use these four steps to tax your employee's private use of the company car
  • If you give your employee the use of a company car, then you'd better make sure you're taxing it correctly. If you don't, you're opening the door to a potential 10% tax penalty for under-deducting your employees' tax. Don't take that risk. Follow these four steps to ensure you tax employees' private use of the company car correctly.... ››› more
  • [30 September 2013]
  • Have you included these nine items in your equipment control SOP?
  • A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) gives a detailed description of the process you must perform on a regular basis. It ensures you perform the task consistently with a standard method and policy. To ensure your SOP for equipment control is useful, make sure it contains these nine important items.... ››› more
  • [23 September 2013]
  • Here's why the courts have zero-tolerance for constructive dismissal and sexual harassment cases
  • Sexual harassment is rife in the workplace. As we speak, the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) is in turmoil. And it's all thanks to Zwelinzima Vavi's sexual harassment scandal. And he's not alone. Earlier this month, the University of the Witwatersrand dismissed a third lecturer for sexual harassment. According to reports, the two other employees were dismissed in July. As an employer, you need to be aware of the strong link between constructive dismissal and sexual harassment. Here's why...... ››› more
  • [16 September 2013]
  • Four ways to control shift work hazards
  • Did you know incidents on night shifts have increased by 28%? Don't become a statistic. Put a stop to costly incidents today using these four methods.... ››› more
  • [10 September 2013]
  • Revealed: Eight Vat-exempt financial services
  • Don't be fooled into thinking the rules for financial services only apply to banks! If your business performs any of the activities below, part of your activities will also be exempt. And since you can't claim input tax on expenses relating to exempt supplies, it's important to get this part of your Vat calculations right. Here are the eight financial services exempt from Vat...... ››› more
  • [06 September 2013]




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