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Why Do People Fear Their Accountant? (Don't Worry, I'm an Artist.)
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Why Do People Fear Their Accountant? (Don't Worry, I'm an Artist.)

Nearly a third of Australian small business owners avoid their accountant altogether. TruAccounts founder Wayne Willey — accountant, CPA, and creative — explores why that fear exists, why it's not entirely unfounded, and why it doesn't have to be that way.

Wayne Willey·15 June 2026
Are You Ready for Payday Super?
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Are You Ready for Payday Super?

Payday Super starts 1 July 2026. From that date Melbourne employers must pay super on payday, not quarterly. Here's what changes, what it means for Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks, and how to stay on the right side of the ATO.

Wayne Willey·10 June 2026
It's Not Magic. But Do You Really Want to Do It Yourself?
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It's Not Magic. But Do You Really Want to Do It Yourself?

Honestly, yes. But should you? TruAccounts founder Wayne Willey makes the case for why working with a professional bookkeeper is one of the smartest decisions a small business owner can make.

Wayne Willey·5 June 2026
The return to office mandate: How to encourage staff to return to the office
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The return to office mandate: How to encourage staff to return to the office

As businesses push for a return to the office, the real question isn't how to get staff back, it's why they prefer working from home in the first place. Here's how to approach it the right way.

Wayne Willey·9 Aug 2023
Navigating Ethical Practices and Customer Retention in the Face of Rising Prices and High Inflation
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Navigating Ethical Practices and Customer Retention in the Face of Rising Prices and High Inflation

Rising prices and high inflation put small businesses in a tough spot. How do you stay profitable without losing the trust and loyalty of your customers? Here's a practical, ethical approach

Wayne Willey·19 May 2023