Chapter 1

Looking at the Big Picture — Before You Employ

In This Chapter

arrow Working out what staff you really need

arrow Finetuning your recruitment strategy and process

arrow Understanding the importance of an employment contract and other rules

arrow Getting the best from staff

arrow Remunerating staff appropriately

arrow Avoiding discrimination, bullying and workers compensation in your business

arrow Ending the employment relationship properly

This business would be perfect if I didn’t have to manage staff.

Anonymous small-business owner

D eciding to introduce an employee into the business is a really important move for small-business owners. The commitment is similar to the other financial investments made toward the success of your business but with one important difference: You’re employing a person, not buying ...

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