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## Articles

1. [10-Step employee onboarding checklist for SMEs](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1000/ultimate-onboarding-checklist-smes-australia) — 05/04/2022 — Anna Hammond, Ojasvini — This article was originally published on 23/10/2019.
2. [Best 5 free scheduling software for businesses](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2617/best-free-scheduling-software-for-businesses) — 31/03/2022 — Ojasvini — Scheduling software helps businesses keep track of client meetings, shared company resources, and employee schedules. In this article, we have listed the best five free scheduling software with a m...
3. [Over a quarter of SME employees don’t feel comfortable talking about their mental health in the workplace](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2606/mental-health-in-the-workplace-for-smes-in-australia) — 23/03/2022 — Laura Burgess — The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how companies address employee mental health in the workplace. In this article, Capterra looks at whether employees feel supported and comfortable discussing their...
4. [The Capterra Shortlist Methodology](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2584/shortlist-methodology) — 11/03/2022 — Capterra — The Capterra Shortlist methodology scores vendors on two dimensions: User Ratings and Popularity.
5. [How to write a CV to get past robot recruiters](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2571/how-to-write-a-cv-to-get-past-robot-recruiters) — 08/03/2022 — Ojasvini — A well-written curriculum vitae (CV) can potentially help you get past robot recruiters. This article will discuss robot recruiters, followed by the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiti...
6. [Top 3 free video editing software](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2545/top-free-video-editing-software) — 24/02/2022 — Ojasvini — Businesses can opt for video editing software to create professional and creative videos. In this article, we have listed the top three video editing software having free versions and free trials a...
7. [Employee engagement: How to encourage a family-friendly workplace](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2534/employee-engagement-and-family-friendly-workplace-australia) — 08/02/2022 — Laura Burgess — Employers are now rethinking their family and employee engagement strategy due to the coronavirus pandemic and the digital age. In this article, learn more about how some companies in Australia are...
8. [A step-by-step guide: How to create a live webinar](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1447/guide-create-ultimate-live-webinar) — 31/01/2022 — Ojasvini, Anna Hammond — This article was originally published on 20/04/2020.
9. [Impact of chatbots in the eCommerce industry](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2407/impact-of-chatbots-in-the-ecommerce-industry) — 20/01/2022 — Ojasvini — As per a report published by CMO, Australian customers are among the highest chatbot users globally. The report also says that brands are progressively using chatbots as a significant platform for ...
10. [Working from home with kids: Are Australian employers supportive?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2410/working-from-home-with-kids-australia) — 18/01/2022 — Laura Burgess — Throughout different stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Australia has been subject to a series of lockdowns. Some employees have had no choice but to work from home with their kids who have been remo...
11. [5 Free content management system software and their key features](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2374/free-content-management-system-software-key-features) — 24/12/2021 — Sukanya Awasthi — Gone are the days when content may have been considered a ‘good to have’ feature and nothing more. Content affects more than just marketing; it has possibly become an integral aspect of businesses ...
12. [How to start a podcast for your business](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2363/how-to-start-a-podcast-for-your-business) — 17/12/2021 — Ojasvini — As per The Infinite Dial 2021 Australia —a research report on digital media trends— 91% of the Australian population is aware of podcasting. The report further goes on to say that 37% of Australian...
13. [Media planning for 2022: How to prepare](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2325/media-planning-2022) — 25/11/2021 — Olivia Montgomery, Ojasvini — Today’s digital landscape is a competitive one. With 2022 around the corner, one of the biggest challenges businesses might face could be how to reach customers effectively using the appropriate me...
14. [The future of digital currency in Australia: CBDC vs cryptocurrency](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2308/the-future-of-digital-currency-australia) — 11/11/2021 — Laura Burgess — Cryptocurrencies (or digital currencies) have been around since 2009, but it’s only within the last few years that there has been a boom in the crypto market. Banks around the world are now researc...
15. [A look at the top cryptocurrency trends in Australia](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2285/cryptocurrency-news-australia) — 27/10/2021 — Laura Burgess — Cryptocurrency is a form of digital money (coins or tokens), which people may use to make transactions, buy goods and use services online. This form of digital cash requires a crypto wallet to stor...
16. [Corporate sustainability: saving energy is top motivation for Australian SMEs](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2245/corporate-sustainability-for-businesses) — 06/10/2021 — Laura Burgess — Sustainability is important to both consumers and employees, but what does it mean to company managers? Capterra surveyed nearly 300 managers of small to midsize enterprises (SMEs with less than 25...
17. [61% of Aussie consumers say companies’ sustainability practices influence their purchase decisions](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2221/sustainable-practice-for-small-businesses) — 20/09/2021 — Laura Burgess — Sustainable practices in business are now more important than ever as we’re seeing that many corporations largely contribute to environmental and social problems,  such as climate change, pollution...
18. [5G business opportunities: how might it help SMEs?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2173/5g-small-business-opportunities-australia) — 18/08/2021 — Bruno Peláez, Laura Burgess — 5G technology is the new generation of mobile Internet connections, which may leverage many opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses. A notable advantage of 5G is the connection speed, w...
19. [Telehealth psychology: The changing landscape of telemedicine in Australia](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2141/telehealth-psychology-the-changing-telemedicine-landscape) — 04/08/2021 — Sukanya Awasthi — Since the outbreak of COVID-19, disruptions to traditional health services and an increasing demand for telehealth have accelerated the use of telehealth services in Australia. Telehealth psycholog...
20. [5 key ways to improve your strategic human resource planning](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1591/improve-strategic-human-resource-planning) — 29/07/2021 — Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on 16/12/2019
21. [AI in healthcare: 44% of Aussies are uncertain about its role](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2042/ai-in-healthcare-44-of-aussies-are-uncertain-about-its-role) — 15/06/2021 — Laura Burgess — Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being implemented into the healthcare sector in Australia, especially with recent plans by the government to invest funding into AI health research. AI ...
22. [How telemedicine is changing healthcare: 79% of Aussies would continue using it after the pandemic](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/2026/how-telemedicine-is-changing-healthcare-79-of-aussies-would-continue-using-it-after-the-pandemic) — 28/05/2021 — Laura Burgess — As the coronavirus pandemic forced the nation into lockdown in March 2020, patients were still able to have remote medical consultations with their specialist or GP from the safety of their own hom...
23. [5 Remote Working Statistics To Consider For 2021 Remote Work Policies](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1818/remote-working-statistics-consider-2021-remote-work-policies) — 31/03/2021 — Sonia Navarrete, Anna Hammond — Despite COVID-19 bringing a year of immense disruption, technology like digital workplace software has meant many office-based businesses were able to survive.
24. [Best free 3D CAD software options for 2021](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1967/best-free-3d-cad-software-for-2021) — 29/03/2021 — Capterra — Whether you’re a stage director, an architect, or just a hobbyist 3D modeller, 3D CAD software helps plan and develop 3D designs for manufacturing, engineering, and 3D printing. However, it can be ...
25. [What is inbound marketing? The complete guide for strategic marketers](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1850/what-is-inbound-marketing-complete-guide-strategic-marketers) — 18/02/2021 — Capterra — What is inbound marketing? When running a company, it is important to understand this concept, as it can revolutionise how your business generates new business. If properly applied, an inbound mark...

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