Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock… you will have heard of ChatGPT. The internet is literally “buzzing”. As an IT contractor you will not be a stranger to the impact of technological advancements. However, this change feels different. It feels “game-changing”. Its potential to revolutionise seemingly everything we do with its AI capabilities is…
There is over $16 billion in unclaimed superannuation being held by the ATO just waiting for the owners to claim Imagine finding a stash of money that you didn’t even know was yours. And then imagine what that could mean for your future. There is still a staggering $16 billion in unclaimed Superannuation just waiting…
The 2021-22 Budget address largely met the expectations of a budget focused on economic participation to ‘Secure Australia’s Recovery’. As the Federal Government’s Budget website says: The 2021-22 Budget maintains the momentum of Australia’s economic recovery. It supports jobs and guarantees services and is the next stage of the Government’s economic plan to secure Australia’s recovery. For our Bookssorted contractors, this…
First things first, congratulations! Why? We’re getting close to that time of year again (tax time) and the fact that you’re reading this blog means that you are one step closer to being prepared and can hopefully maximise your tax return. Here at Bookssorted we know that tax time can be daunting, gathering all those…
Congratulations to you for getting through this year still standing! What a year 2020 has been! It’s time to celebrate with colleagues, friends and family. During the end–of–year rush, we know there’s pressure to complete projects, get out to lots of fun social events, and try and fit in a bit of shopping for those Christmas presents! Here are out tips for getting through the silly season: Be mindful of your energy levels. …
Yep, not only can you salary sacrifice equipment relating to your work, you can also salary sacrifice courses that relate directly to your work. That means no cooking classes for most of us (unfortunately) but it does mean you are able to stay up–to–date on the tech and leadership skills that are constantly evolving in the IT industry. COVID-19 has seen the shutdown of in-person training across the globe,…
In a year that has seen us take up the ‘future of work’ quicker than ever expected, contractors across our community have adapted and excelled in the ‘new normal’. As restrictions begin to ease around the country, we are seeing change occur again. This includes contractors looking at work options that include some time in the office, and some…
As we rapidly close in on the end of the year, it’s time to think about your holidays and if a Rainy-Day Account could benefit you in both the short and long-term. Breaks are important. If you haven’t had one this year—and we know all too well that through bushfires and COVID-19 so many people have put off breaks—you are likely feeling fatigued, lacking…
Salary sacrificing of a car, using a novated lease, is a great way to upgrade or change your car without the need for a large upfront payment. A novated lease is a three-way agreement between you, your employer and a finance company. Under this agreement, you enter into a finance lease with a finance…
In today’s work environment, it’s too easy to get sucked into time-wasting activities like scrolling message chains and social media feeds, reading news sites and getting lost in your email inboxes (yes, who else has way too many inboxes?). Enter the smartwatch. On the surface, it can seem like a smartwatch will just amplify your…
