Full-time v freelance: Should you make the shift?
Employers are increasingly turning to freelancers and fractional workers – but this can benefit savvy workers, offering the potential to earn more money. Find out how.
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‘Losing money’: Is working solely to pay for childcare worth it?
Half of Aussie parents with young children have considered quitting their jobs due to skyrocketing childcare costs. Experts reveal whether they should stick it out.
Why Australia tops global workplace shame list
Australia is alarmingly the world leader in workplace harassment and violence, with reports of staff being doused in petrol, threatened with rape and more. Here’s what victims should do.
How to ‘quiet vacation’ without upsetting your boss
Aussies are taking remote work arrangements to the next level by sneaking away on holidays while on the clock. But experts say there’s a better way.
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Best jobs where you can still get paid to WFH
New exclusive insights reveal which generations, cities and industries have returned to workplaces since the pandemic – and who is holding out. See list.
Scary finding about Aussie workers’ stress levels
Australian workers’ mental health risk is at the worst level since the start of the Covid pandemic. See why and when to seek help.
Ways you can reduce your risk of redundancy
With two in five Aussie businesses tipped to axe staff in coming months, experts say workers should prepare for the worst. See how.
How to avoid the need to work longer
More workers are having to put off retiring until well into their 70s. See how you can maximise your savings and avoid working for longer.
Legal right Aussies want at work
Many Australians are feeling the pressure of burnout and are calling for a new legal right in the workplace.
How to get the biggest pay increase
Most Aussie bosses are planning to grow their workforces, new research shows, providing opportunities for those wanting to progress their career and salary.
How to ensure you’re getting paid for doing extra work
Four in five employers have given their staff extra duties, but almost half aren’t increasing salaries accordingly. Here’s what to do if this happens to you.
Shift to four-day work week at full pay ‘inevitable’
Most Australians expect a shorter work week to become a reality. See how to broach the subject with your boss, and keep your full pay.
New trend helping burnt out workers
A shift among workers is making for a healthier workplace culture – but experts warn only certain people can pull it off.
Why Aussies are leaving their jobs to help others
More Aussies are motivated by a desire to help others in a more fulfilling, high stakes career.
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