Insights

Victorian property owners, check your occupancy status before the year ends. Properties vacant for over six months in 2024 may attract Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT), but exemptions could reduce your liability. Act now to avoid penalties—learn what VRLT means for you and the steps to take before 15 January.

Great communication isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a cornerstone of small business success. From leading your team to earning client trust, how you communicate can shape your business’s growth and reputation. Discover practical strategies to lead with authority, build confidence, and navigate tough conversations.

Thinking of buying off-the-plan? The Victorian Government’s new temporary duty concession could reduce your costs. Running from 21 October 2024 to 21 October 2025, this measure expands eligibility to a broader range of buyers, offering potential savings for investors, companies, and more. Could you benefit?

We’ve all heard the legends of Steve Jobs starting Apple in his garage, or Zuckerberg creating Facebook from his dorm. But as small businesses grow and evolve from basements and kitchen tables to boardrooms and broader teams, they run the risk of being overly reliant on the founder or a few key individuals. So what’s the problem?

It was the year 2000. Just as the world was getting over the panic of the Y2K bug and dredging out their reserves of canned food from their basements, a new, lesser-known cyber threat was emerging in Australia. The concept of “cyber risk” was first flagged as a national security issue in a 2000 Australian Defence White Paper, yet…

The relationship of employer and employee has undergone significant transformations over the past few years.
Gone are the days of relying on a top-down management model or expecting employees to simply feel “grateful for the opportunity”.

At SEIVA, tax planning is integral to financial management, fostering meaningful client relationships. Through estimating taxable income, thorough preparation, and reflection, we empower clients with strategies for savings and growth. Read more here on how proactive planning aligns finances with long-term goals, ensuring success and security.

In an age where managers are expected to fulfil multiple roles in the workplace, the art of delegation is important for long-term business success. Investing in delegation benefits not only your business but also your team’s growth and your own development. Read to discover our top 5 tips.

At the ‘Empowering Women in Business’ event, we discussed practical insights: ATO debt signals cash flow issues; owner withdrawals affect finances. Building the right team is crucial for business growth, with tailored support from advisors like SEIVA for success.

New year resolutions can add a sense of pressure to achieving success. While managing changes and adapting new processes, breaking them down into manageable steps allows you to execute these goals in a sustainable away. Read on to discover more. 

A buy/sell agreement is crucial for business partners facing unforeseen events. It ensures fair value for shares, avoids personal financial strain, secures future ownership, and facilitates a smooth transition. Read on to see how you can take proactive measures now.

Fresh fits at Flemington, and wonderful whimsical weddings. The team has been busy throughout the month!

Human Resource audits are the key to compliance, efficiency, and talent development. Uncover legal risks, streamline processes, nurture talent, boost satisfaction, and control costs strategically. Let’s discuss how an HR audit can propel your success.

Poor leadership, a key factor in 37% of Australians wanting to change jobs, can harm both employees and businesses. Seeking staff input and aligning leadership styles with employee needs can remedy these issues, fostering a positive workplace and boosting the bottom line.

For small businesses to succeed in the digital landscape, it’s crucial to understand their niche, invest in a professional website, optimize for SEO, create thought leadership content, and engage with existing clients while maintaining a focus on quality and client relationships.

We’ve built a vibrant working culture that puts the wellbeing of our team members and clients first, living and breathing it every day with a heartfelt commitment to action. That’s the SEIVA difference. Here’s how we do just that.

Prioritising employee wellbeing is a crucial factor for both individual and organisational success. So how do you prioritise workplace wellbeing? Read on to learn how to achieve a healthier, happier and successful workplace.

Discover the vibrant personalities and friendly faces that make up the SEIVA Client Services team. They take pride in being attentive and approachable, ready to help with any questions or requests you may have. We are eager to introduce them, read on to find out more.

July presents a golden opportunity for small businesses to establish a budget for the upcoming financial year. Budgets offer a roadmap for financial goals, aid in performance measurement, cash flow management, and informed decision-making. They also promote team accountability and serve as an early warning system for potential financial issues. Seeking professional advice can ensure success.

When we’re not all hard at work, the SEIVA team are hanging out with their furry friends. From talented blanket makers to opera-singing superstars, these furry friends are full of surprises. With their adorable antics and lovable personalities, they are guaranteed to bring joy and laughter to your day. Get ready for a delightful showcase of our beloved pets!

SEIVA’s very own Stacey and Brent, accompanied by Dr Marli Watt attended the CPA retreat in Lorne this month. Great knowledge shared by all the amazing guest speakers.

Read on to discover practical steps to transform your professional identity from business owner or expert to influential leader. We explore mindset, skills, behaviours, and environment changes, embracing growth, in order to unlock an identity shift.

In todays competitive talent landscape attracting and retaining top talent is important! This is why creating a unique Employee Value Proposition (EVP), can help that captivate that audience, and showcase your business’s advantages. Read on to find out our top tips on how to do just that!

This month, the 2023 Federal Budget was unveiled, revealing several significant highlights that are particularly relevant to small businesses. We have consolidated these key insights for your convenience and consideration.

In today’s competitive landscape, it’s important for your business to stand out from others. By conducting a competitor analysis you’re closer to understanding why prospective clients or customers may choose you. Here are 6 key tips on conducting a successful analysis.

Creating a memorable client experience is crucial for building a positive reputation and attracting repeat business. Here’s 6 key elements on how to build a good client experience to stand out.

To celebrate this International Women’s Day, we chatted with Senior Accountant and Self-managed Super Funds Specialist Tegan Krantz who recently returned to SEIVA after welcoming baby Amelia into her life.

What if I told you that technology could relieve half of the administrative burden from your business? In this blog, I step you through how a digital process can design a business better for you and your clients.

By this point we all understand the importance of cyber security, but do you ever feel overwhelmed by what to do to best protect your business? We’ve outlined 8 easy ways you can practically implement to protect your business.

We break down what the new FBT exemption on electric vehicles means for you: as an employee or employer – and what to do.

Now is the perfect time to reset and refresh your business for 2023 and beyond. Brent speaks with Managing Principal of Legalite, Marianne Marchesi, to discuss the importance of designing a business that’s tailored to work for you.

Are you a Director of a company? We break down some important updates from the ATO that you need to be aware of.

Was your small business impacted by the Victorian floods? Here’s our breakdown of the support available to you from the Victorian Government.

If you’re a Director, you need to apply for a Director Identification Number (DIN) before November 30 to avoid penalties.

If you follow a strategic plan to deliver quality you’ll naturally integrate risk management principles. I had the privilege of speaking with Stephen Bubb of Legal Insurance Agency – LPLC to discuss.

Ever wondered how you can attract new clients to grow your business? Marketing expert Christo Hall and I explore how you can use marketing tactics to increase your service-based business’s credibility to grow.

The process of uncovering your purpose and then actively pursuing what it resembles—is one of the most important strategic steps you can undertake as the leader of your business.

I’m going to provide you with the know-how that responds to the most common question that business owners ask me when it comes to financial management; ‘How can I know when (and if) I can afford to hire someone?’

I explain how a 12-month budget can give you clarity and control over your finances and alleviate any anxiety from the unknown and guesswork.

Fear can stop us from progressing our potential and achieving the growth we desire. I sat down with Dr Marli Watt, to find out how to move past our limiting fears to be a highly regarded ‘business’ owner, not just a reputable professional in your industry.

With the new financial year around the corner, it naturally prompts us to start circulating thoughts of what we want to achieve, and how we can do things better for the next year. I delve into how I use goal setting to turn your ‘goal conversations’ into action.

What can you do to attract and retain great people so you can grow your business? Brent sits down with Terri, Head of People and Culture to discuss how to turn ‘The Great Resignation’ to ‘The Great Retention’.

Our guide on what you need to know, and do, with the Superannuation Guarantee Rate increasing once again.

The ATO have changed their guidelines on trusts and allocation of professional firms profits, here’s what that means for you.

To celebrate IWD in 2022, we interviewed four amazing women in our SEIVA team.

Your quick summary of how and when you can claim your PCR and RAT Covid Tests.

We share our budgeting template, and go through the importance of reforecasting in the new calendar year.

Are you a Director, you now need a Director Identification Number (DIN). We explain the details and process to getting one.

As the new year is approaching, I explore how achieving better self care as a business owner requires a plan to protect your time to avoid lack of control and burnout moving forward.

We speak with Liz Harris, lawyer and pricing expert, about how you should be pricing your business.

We speak with Laura Vickers, founder of Nest Legal about her team culture. Laura uncovers her three strategies to create a safe environment that supports staff to share their innovative ideas.

Amongst all the uncertainly of this pandemic, my hope is to educate and empower you to make clear decisions for your business over the coming months.

Clarity and control is so important in these turbulent times. Use this template we’ve created to help you make swift and informed decisions. With our without our guiding assistance.

As leaders in this crisis, it’s up to us to look to the future and decide what we want our new normal to look like, once we cross this pandemic bridge.

It’s a road-map to achieve whatever it* is you’re chasing: growth, less dependancy on you, profit, etc.

I am fortunate enough to work with many businesses, big and small, yet time and time again I am amazed at the lack of clearly defined goals within them.

A happy, productive and motivated team ensures you have happy, satisfied and loyal clients.

The key to selling your business for its maximum value comes from careful planning well before you put your business on the market.

Let us look at ways to minimise your tax, so you don’t pay a dollar more than you should.

The thought of becoming your own boss is so exciting that it’s easy to get carried away.

As a business leader and owner your role is to focus on the future direction of your business.

To buy the most appropriate birthday pressie for a friend you have to have a pretty good idea of what age they are turning.

Do you ever stop and wonder why you are constantly on the proverbial hamster wheel?

I went to an event with ICMI recently and saw Alisa Camplin speak. She blew me away with her incredible story.