Tag: work
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Chinese Computer setting record speeds
For seven consecutive years, the Chinese supercomputer has been listed as the word’s faster computer and has now been built without any American technology. This year’s champion is the Sunway TaihuLight which was developed by China’s National Research Centre of Parallel Computer Engineering & Technology. The software is intended to be used for engineering and research…
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News Corp bought APN: Was it a good Idea?
Rupert Murdoch, Founder and CEO of News Corp just bought APN News and Media’s regional newspaper business, for A$36 million. This leaves just their radio stations and advertising businesses. APN said back in February it was looking to sell its papers. The company owns 12 daily newspapers and 60 non-daily newspapers including the Daily Examiner (Grafton), Home Hunter guide…
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Claiming Tax deductions correctly to the ATO
It’s that time of year again when people will be claiming usage on mobile phones, for petrol, work related travel expenses etc. In the past, there have been claims inappropriately added for ATO. Many have claimed broadband, phone and travel usage when it was in fact for personal use only. Most claim 90% as work related…
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One lady’s hilarious struggle with Telstra
Sydney resident, Laura Carrie, has experienced the struggle many have had to deal with before. Have you ever just wanted fast, reliable Internet from a provider but they’re just failing to cut the mustard? We hear you! Ms Carrie recently switched to Telstra after buying a 4K television. As you’d expect, she was daydreaming of a Game…
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What was one employee doing when Richard Branson paid a visit?
There’s nothing more awkward than getting busted by your boss for doing something you are not supposed to be. What’s even more awkward is when you’re boss happens to be Richard Branson stopping in for a visit. Branson, the founder of the Virgin group, recently visited the Virgin Australia offices where he imposed on one…
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Work, work, break?
A new report released by national network of specialists has advocated for a maximum 38-hour work week. The report was released this week by the Work + Family Roundtable, a group of 34 academics who specialise in work and family policies. They believe that a shorter workweek is the best way of achieving gender equality…
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How to Ace Your Interview
Job interviews, we all have to do them but we aren’t all good at them. A successful interview is crucial to progressing to the next stage and gaining employment. Here are our tips and tricks for you to ace your next interview. 1.Remember body language Body language is foundational in building a relationship. When you…
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10 TED Talks To Educate and Inspire Your Next Move
Here are ten talks that will help you become the successful individual you can be with the career you desire. 1.How to find work you love This talk by Scott Dinsmore looks at how he found his passion in life. It is about finding meaningful work that you love, discovering what matters to you and…
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Job Vacancies At The Highest Peak In Over Three Years
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the rate of job vacancies is at the highest point it has been in over three years. The total number of job vacancies recorded by the ABS in February 2016 was 172 900. This number is a 3.1% increase in vacancies from November 2015. The number of job…
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5 Simple Ways to be Motivated Every Day
You’ve got a thousand and one deadlines and your motivation is zilch. It’s either get it done or say goodbye to that weekly paycheck. We’re going to assume that you’d rather get it done but it doesn’t have to be hard. With these five simple tips, you’ll be able to get work done easier and better. Exercise…